Something Different for New Year"s Eve in NYC
Lots of people watch the ball drop in Times Square on New Year's Eve, but if you're looking for something different to do, check out these ideas!
Learn about the Brooklyn Bridge and City Hall area on this late evening walk over the Brooklyn Bridge. You will ring in the New Year while watching fireworks from around the area -- in the past they have been able to see Central Park, Grand Army Plaza, Staten Island and New Jersey Fireworks, as well as the Empire State Building light show. Tour leaves from outside McDonald's Restaurant, 160 Broadway between Liberty and Cortlandt Streets. Tour registration begins at 9:45 p.m. and multiple tours will depart from 10:15-11:15 p.m. Pay $50 cash for the tour onsite, or pay $40 if you book online in advance. Children 6-12 are half-price. Children under 6 are free.More »
1. Emerald Nuts Midnight Run
This Central Park race is held annually by the New York Road Runners and promises a fun and healthy way to get your New Year started! There is a costume parade and dancing, as well as fireworks in addition to the 4M race.More »2. Brooklyn Bridge Walk Into The New Year
Learn about the Brooklyn Bridge and City Hall area on this late evening walk over the Brooklyn Bridge. You will ring in the New Year while watching fireworks from around the area -- in the past they have been able to see Central Park, Grand Army Plaza, Staten Island and New Jersey Fireworks, as well as the Empire State Building light show. Tour leaves from outside McDonald's Restaurant, 160 Broadway between Liberty and Cortlandt Streets. Tour registration begins at 9:45 p.m. and multiple tours will depart from 10:15-11:15 p.m. Pay $50 cash for the tour onsite, or pay $40 if you book online in advance. Children 6-12 are half-price. Children under 6 are free.More »
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