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Shop Our RE:Store Pop-Ups for a Chance to Win Cool Prizes

You have less than a month to visit seven of Lower Manhattan’s newest small businesses — all placed in previously vacant retail spaces for free via the Downtown Alliance’s RE:Store program. Our inaugural RE:Store cohort will close up shop...
Shall We Dance: Battery Dance Festival Returns for a 45th Year

Shall We Dance: Battery Dance Festival Returns for a 45th Year

The Battery Dance Festival, in association with the Battery Park City Authority, is returning to Lower Manhattan for its 45th annual iteration —...

What to Do, Eat and Explore Downtown When the Weather Stinks 

What to Do, Eat and Explore Downtown When the Weather Stinks 

Bookmark this now so you’re ready for the next summer monsoon, windy fall day or winter blizzard. 

The Balloon Museum Has Landed at the Tin Building

The Balloon Museum Has Landed at the Tin Building

A new cultural institution has arrived at the Seaport, and it’s guaranteed to blow you away.

Sam Ping’s Chinese BBQ Offers a Bargain Lunch Worth Waiting For

Sam Ping’s Chinese BBQ Offers a Bargain Lunch Worth Waiting For

Here's another great cheap eats spot downtown.

I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for the History of Ice Cream Downtown

I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for the History of Ice Cream Downtown

Ice cream's popularity has deep roots in Lower Manhattan.

Maison Madison? Mais Oui!

Maison Madison? Mais Oui!

Maison Madison (301 South End Ave.) serves up French-inspired cocktails and bites in a swanky space.

Step Right Up to the Golden Mall’s Spectacular Arcade

Step Right Up to the Golden Mall’s Spectacular Arcade

The mall arcade has made a huge comeback in Lower Manhattan, and it’s all happening inside of our very own Golden Mall.

The Oculus Is 10! Celebrate With 10 Days of Events

The Oculus Is 10! Celebrate With 10 Days of Events

The Oculus will host 10 days of community programming, music, art, exclusive offers and giveaways starting August 7.

Puttin’ on the Spritz: 5 Spots for Summer’s Best Cocktail

Puttin’ on the Spritz: 5 Spots for Summer’s Best Cocktail

It's officially spritz season in Lower Manhattan.

Baby Boom: Where to Buy Kids Toys, Books and Gifts

Baby Boom: Where to Buy Kids Toys, Books and Gifts

Whether you need a last minute gift for a baby shower, birthday party, or a way to bribe a toddler, downtown is kid-friendly in more ways than one....

Here’s Why You Should Pay Lady Liberty a Visit This Summer

Here’s Why You Should Pay Lady Liberty a Visit This Summer

There’s never a bad time to visit and rediscover one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks

The Atlantic Festival Returns to PAC NYC in September 

The Atlantic Festival Returns to PAC NYC in September 

The Atlantic Festival will run from September 17 to 19.