February in NYC is bursting with fun, whether you’re out with friends and family or flying solo. From Lunar New Year festivities and Black History Month celebrations to art installations right on campus, the city is buzzing with ways to make the most of the winter season!
1. Winter Dance at the Bryant Park Lodge
Pull up with your partner or a friend, or just vibe solo—either way, it’s time to head to the dance floor and get lost in the music. From bachata to Latin mix, get ready to learn new steps from NYC’s top dance instructors and dance the night away. It’s the perfect way to add some fun festivities to your Valentine’s week.
Wednesday, Feb. 12 and 19, 6 – 8 p.m.; Bryant Park, Manhattan
2. Harlem Chamber Players 17th Annual Black History Month Celebration
Celebrate Black History Month with an unforgettable night of music! Join the Harlem Chamber Players for a powerful performance featuring cellist-composer Akua Dixon, soprano Candice Hoyes, and other incredible artists.
Thursday, Feb. 13, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.; 515 Malcolm X Blvd., Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Manhattan
3. Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade and Festival
2025 marks the Year of the Snake, a time of transformation, wisdom, and personal growth. What better way to welcome the Lunar New Year than with a dazzling parade, good food, and nonstop celebrations in Chinatown?
Sunday, Feb. 16, 1 p.m.; Bayard Street between Mulberry and Mott streets, Manhattan
4. NYC Parks Winter Carnival
Spend a fun-filled day at the Winter Carnival with games, winter sports, and more. Grab your family and friends, bundle up, and join the festivities—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Friday, Feb. 21, 12 – 3 p.m.; Morrison Avenue and Lafayette Avenue, Bronx
5. Fordham’s Sculpture Walk
Did you hear? There’s a sculpture oasis in Midtown. This exhibit brings 11 pieces by world-renowned artists to Fordham’s Lincoln Center campus, including Bjørn Skaarup’s Hippo Ballerina and Jim Rennert’s Inner Dialogue and Timing. These temporary installations complement the 10 sculptures on permanent display, like Chris Vilardi’s statue of St. Ignatius and Harry M. Stierwalt Jr.’s Ram.
Through spring 2025, Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Lincoln Center Campus, Manhattan
