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The best things to do in New York in March.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 19 places.

As March unfolds in the City That Never Sleeps, New York City blossoms with all sorts of exciting activities. From vibrant St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and art fairs like Asia Week New York, to the energy-charged Knicks vs. Nets match ups, this guide unveils the best of NYC in March. Join me in this article as I give you a local’s roundup of the best things to do in New York City in March.

Average weather in NYC in March: high 52° | low 36° | rains on average 8 days of the month

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide
  1. Affordable Art FairEvent · ChelseaThe Affordable Art Fair in NYC offers a diverse collection of contemporary art at accessible prices, making it a haven for art enthusiasts.
  2. Asia Week New YorkEvent · ManhattanAsia Week New York, held annually in March, celebrates Asian art with exhibitions, auctions, and gallery events across the city.
  3. Beacon TheatreTheater · Upper West SideSeinfeld will be performing four shows at the Beacon Theatre in New York City in March, 2024 (two a day for two days).
  4. Bryant Park Winter Village RinkRink · MidtownThe rink at Bryant Park’s Winter Village is up until March 3rd.
  5. Ferrara BakeryBakery · Little ItalyFerrara Bakery (195 Grand St, New York, NY 10013) for the best cannolis in NYC.
  6. Knicks vs. Nets at Madison Square GardenEvent · MidtownPlus, the game will be at Madison Square Garden, which has been affectionately dubbed The Mecca of Basketball.
  7. Loreley Beer GardenBar · Lower East Side
  8. Luigi's PizzaRestaurant · BrooklynLuigi’s Pizza (686 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215) for some of the best pizza in Brooklyn.
  9. Macy's Flower ShowEvent · MidtownMacy’s flagship location in Herald Square transforms its 2.
  10. March Madness at Barclays CenterEvent · BrooklynThe Atlantic 10 Conference hosts the first and second rounds of the tournament at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on March 22nd and 24th.
  11. New York City FC Home OpenerEvent · BronxThe atmosphere is electric, with passionate fans creating an unforgettable experience.
  12. New York International Children's Film FestivalEvent · ManhattanThe festival provides a platform for imaginative storytelling and creative exploration, making it an enriching and entertaining experience for families and children of all ages.
  13. Outsider Art FairEvent · ManhattanThe fair brings together art from exhibitions in more than two dozen cities, making for one of the most unique events in New York City in March.
  14. Petee's Pie CompanyBakery · Lower East SideI’ve tried multiple pies all around the city, but Petee’s Pie Company in the Lower East Side has the best I’ve ever had.
  15. Ray's Candy StoreStore · East VillageRay’s Candy Store (113 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009) small candy store opened in 1974.
  16. St. Patrick's Day ParadeEvent · MidtownWith 150,000+ marchers, and more than 2 million spectators, it stands as one of the most popular events in New York City in March.
  17. The Orchid Show at New York Botanical GardenEvent · BronxThe Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden, an annual spectacle since 2003, is a mesmerizing display of one of the most diverse plant families.
  18. The Rink at Rockefeller CenterRink · Midtownthe rink at Rockefeller Center is up until March 24.
  19. Wollman RinkRink · Central ParkWollman Rink in Central Park is open until March 15.

Best things to do in New York in March, 2026

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