Events Happening in New York City the First Two Weeks of August
August is a fun month in New York City, full of festivals, music, food, art, and people coming together. Here is a list to stay in the know.
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, New York City, is a historic and iconic complex of commercial buildings spanning 22 acres between 48th and 51st Streets. Developed by the Rockefeller family and completed in 1939, the center is renowned for its distinctive Art Deco architecture and cultural significance. Key landmarks within Rockefeller Center include the 30 Rockefeller Plaza (also known as the Comcast Building), home to the headquarters of NBC and the famous “Top of the Rock” observation deck. Rockefeller Center is also famous for its public art installations, including the Prometheus and Atlas statues, and for its annual holiday traditions, such as the lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and the ice skating rink. The complex hosts a variety of retail stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues, making it a vibrant hub for both locals and tourists. In addition to its commercial and cultural attractions, Rockefeller Center is a designated New York City Landmark and a National Historic Landmark, reflecting its enduring importance in the city’s architectural and cultural landscape.
Roller Skating Returns to Rockefeller Center, After Decades of Racist Exclusion
Roller skating returns to Rockefeller Center for the first time since 1940. For decades, roller skating bans reflected racist policies.
Chanel Is Throwing a Fashionable Fête to Celebrate 100 Years of No. 5 Perfume
Only the best will do when the most iconic perfume turns 100.
