Are you in a New York State of Mind?
Do you ever wonder why they call New York ‘The city that never sleeps’? That’s because there are so many events and activities going on that you won’t want to sleep!
New York City was recently named “Best American City” for the fifth consecutive year in Travel + Leisure magazine’s World’s Best Awards 2005 readers’ survey namely for its popularity, vibrant nightlife and high energy. Riding on its recent popularity and recognition, the city is projecting 43 million visitors for 2006! (Source: NYC & Company)
With the warm season here, there’s no better time to book a trip to New York and New York’s Hotel Pennsylvania! To mark the season, we’ve highlighted a number of parades, events, and celebrations to entice your customers to visit The Big Apple.
Festivals & Events
Experience the delightful taste of various cuisines from different countries like Poland, Italy, Greece, Asia, and many others at the 33rd annual International Food Festival running from May 20th to May 21st. This festival takes place from 37th to 57th Streets on Ninth Avenue. Lots of bargains, games and fun activities for the family. Live stage, international entertainment, music and dance at 45th Street. www.nycvisit.com
As the springtime weather warms up, parade and event season kicks off in New York City. From May 24th to 30th, over a dozen Navy and Coast Guard ships as well as ships from all over the world visit New York Harbor as the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum presents Fleet Week. In partnership with New York City, the United States Navy and the Intrepid Museum, the visiting Fleet Week vessels are open for free public daily tours and include military demonstrations, athletic competitions and much more. www.intrepidmuseum.org
For BBQ connoisseurs, this is the big one! The fourth annual Big Apple Barbecue Block Party takes places from June 10th to 11th and features mouthwatering favorites. The event features barbecue from 12 of the nations top grill-masters, live music, grilling seminars, and even a BBQ film! www.bigapplebbq.org
The National Puerto Rican Day Parade takes place on June 11th to create awareness and appreciation of the Puerto Rican culture and its contribution to the culture and society of the United States. In addition, it promotes the study, improvement, and/or advancement of Puerto Rican culture and the arts by encouraging, promoting, coordinating, developing, managing and participating in various cultural events, including musical productions, plays art exhibits, and the conduct of parades in the City of New York. The Parade is attended by more than 2 million people and shown via satellite, throughout the world along its route making it one of the largest outdoor events in the United States. www.nationalpuertoricandayparade.org
Sporting Events
The prestigious Belmont Stakes horse race takes place on June 10th at Belmont Park. The race is the third leg of the Triple Crown, following the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. Because of its length (one lap around the enormous Belmont main track), and because it is the final race of the Triple Crown, it is called the "Test of the Champion". Come witness the “Test of the Champion” first-hand this summer in New York. www.nyra.com/belmont
Come watch today’s top golfers compete head-to-head at the 106th United States Open Championship from June 15th to 18th. The tournament is returning to the Winged Foot Golf Club, an exemplary course that dates back to the 1920’s. Five previous U.S. opens have been held at this magnificent course and have yielded champions such as Hale Irwin and Fuzzy Zoeller. This four-day tournament promises fierce competition from the best that the golf world has to offer. www.usopen.com
For the athletic minded, the NYC Triathlon (NYCTRI) from July 14th to 16th is the only Olympic distance race held entirely in Manhattan finishing in Central Park. The Nautica New York City Triathlon is one of America's best publicized and best covered Triathlons. Over 200,000 people watch the triathlon as it weaves throughout New York City. www.nyctri.com
Entertainment & Concerts
On June 17th, Central Park SummerStage proudly enters its third decade of presenting free, cutting-edge, eclectic, and thoughtful programming for all. One of the world’s most beloved performing arts festivals, Central Park SummerStage, in conjunction with the City Parks Foundation, has built its reputation showcasing the very best of both veteran and up-and-coming artists in a range of disciplines. In keeping with SummerStage tradition, the 2006 season will include a wide range of music, dance, film and spoken word, by renowned and emerging artists. www.summerstage.org
For those looking for celebrity sightings, the Hollywood stars come out in full force to Bryant Park on June 26th to celebrate theater, film and most of all - New York City. Broadway Under the Stars, presented by Time Warner and produced by The League of American Theatres and Producers and NYC & Company, was a starlit toast to New York City, marking the kick-off to NYC's summer outdoor concert season. www.nycvisit.com/broadwayunderthestars
Holiday Celebrations
For more than a quarter of a century, Macy's has dazzled the world with its Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular. Produced annually by Macy's East, Inc., and in cooperation with the City of New York, it is the largest Independence Day fireworks display in the country, with over twelve million viewers watching on television and over two million viewers experiencing it live! www.macys.com
There are so many things to see and do in New York that we couldn’t fit it all on this e-newsletter! To assist incoming guests, the Hotel has added an ‘In & Around Manhattan’ section to its web site, featuring a local area map, Calendar of Events, and quick links to find further information. You will literally find everything you need on the site...everything that New York has to offer! To view the site, log on at www.hotelpenn.com or click here
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