Things to Do in Lower Manhattan

Things to do in Lower Manhattan

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Shop Early. Get Rewarded. Gift with Purchase program.

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Shop Early. Get Rewarded. Gift with Purchase program.

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Shop Early. Get Rewarded.

Spend $100 or more at Westfield World Trade Center and receive a $25 Westfield Reward Card. Visit the Westfield website HERE to plan your visit, including the best deals & events. And simply bring your receipt(s) to Concierge in the Oculus to redeem this offer.

FiDi Families Insiders: While supplies last. Must be same day sales. Limit one per customer per day. Not eligible on purchases from Apple or Holiday Market kiosks.

For full terms & conditions, please visit the website HERE

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Pier 17 Winterland Ice Rink Presale Tickets on Sale TODAY!

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Pier 17 Winterland Ice Rink Presale Tickets on Sale TODAY!

 

The Pier 17 Winterland Rink is opening December 14th!  And, FiDi Families have access to presale memberships for ice rink tickets and season memberships, from now until December 2nd. So, whether you like to ice skate, want to learn how to skate,  or you are simply a winter romantic, there is something for everyone at this dazzling destination in the heart of the Seaport District. 

Season memberships are available for purchase online and at the Seaport Skate House for local residents and non-residents. In person ticket sales begin December 14th.

Membership benefits include: 

  • A discounted skating rate (+ skate rental depending on package purchased)
  • Four (4) one-time guest passes (includes skating + skate rental)
  • Express skate – Skip the line at rink entry each time!
  • 10% off food and beverage purchases at Tank (The Rooftop at Pier 17), Food Trucks (The Rooftop at Pier 17), Cobble & Co. (19 Fulton St, NY), and 10 Corso Como Restaurant (1 Fulton St, NY)
  • No Charge to access Tuesday’s Curling activations (starting January 2019)

 

Pier 17 Winterland Ice Rink Presale Tickets on Sale TODAY!

#SkateTheSkyline

 

Ice Rink Season: December 14, 2018  – March 17, 2019 (weather permitting)

PROMO Code: FIDI

Starts: Now

Ends: Sunday, December 2nd at  11:55 pm

To learn more, please visit their website HERE

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Seaport District’s Hanukkah Celebration

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Seaport District's Hanukkah Celebration
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Please join us for this wonderful, free event sponsored by the Howard Hughes Corporation, in the historic Seaport District to celebrate Hanukkah with latkes and jelly donuts, arts & crafts, live music, and guest speakers. One of the greatest clarinetists on the planet, Grammy-nominated artist David Krakauer, will light the night with his world-renowned Klezmer music.
 
Cynthia Rowley’s Seaport location will be serving complimentary bubbly & offering 20% off all items from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm on the eve of the event.
 
Meet the author & illustrator of “Schmuck the Buck” and receive a complimentary signed illustration.
 
Rabbi Katz of Chabad of Wall Street will officiate the ceremony and VP of The Howard Hughes Corporation, Saul Scherl, will say a few words. There will also be indoor space to keep warm. See why Time Out New York listed our party as top 5 Hanukkah parties in NYC for 2018! We look forward to lighting up the evening with you as we celebrate the Festival of Lights.  
 
To RSVP, please visit the registration site HERE.
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The Nutcracker Performed by the New York Theatre Ballet at Brookfield Place – FREE!

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The Nutcracker Performed by the New York Theatre Ballet at Brookfield Place - FREE!
Photo Credit: Julieta Cervantes

 

A holiday season isn’t complete without a performance of the classic Nutcracker. The FREE, one – hour ballet is set to Tchaikovsky’s score, and dancers from the New York Theatre Ballet will grace the stage at Brookfield Place. The choreography is led by New York Theatre Ballet choreographer, Keith Michael and is set in an Art Nouveau-style circa 1907. Last year hundreds of families came out for this spectacular performance in a true holiday setting. Seating is limited, first come, first served so arrive early. And, dress the kids up in their holiday finest to take photos in front of the gorgeous luminaries and decorated holiday trees. The Winter Garden is a showstopper and a great photo backdrop.

FiDi Families Insiders: Early arrival strongly suggested. Take advantage of the many food options at Hudson Eats. 

Performance Date(s): 

  • Friday, November 30: 7- 8 pm
  • Saturday, December 1: 1-2 pm & 7-8 pm
  • Sunday, December 2: 1-2 pm

Location: 230 Vessey Street – Brookfield Place

Age(s): Recommended for children 3 and older

Cost: FREE!

For more information visit their website, HERE

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Smorgasburg Food Festival at the WTC

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Smorgasburg Food Festival at the WTC

 

FiDi Families is excited to welcome back Smorgasburg to Lower Manhattan!  Did you know that Smorgasburg is billed as the largest outdoor weekly food market in the United States?  Food and beverages (including a beer garden) are available for purchase. Music and kids activities will also be offered. 

The following Smorgasburg vendors have confirmed their participation:  Bona Bona Ice Cream; Burger Supreme; Ca’pisci; Chef Katsu; Chickpea & Olive; The Choripan; D’Abruzzo; Dan & John’s Wings; Dough; Home Frite; Jianbing; Mutz; Rai Rai Ken; Ramen Burger; Red Hook Lobster Pound; Ring Ding Bar; Sons of Thunder; Wood Fired Edibles and Yakitori Tatsu.

Date(s): Thursday, November 8 – Saturday, November 10th

Time: 12 noon – 7 pm

Cost: Free to attend, food and beverages available for purchase

Age(s): All ages welcome

Location: 2WTC Plaza, Fulton Street and Oculus Plaza

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Hudson Scare Adventure – Halloween fun in Lower Manhattan

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Hudson Scare Adventure - Halloween fun in Lower Manhattan

 

  • Digital Scavenger Hunt: Users are able to unlock drink and food specials by following clues and answering trivia questions around the neighborhood
  • Cabinets of Curiosity: Inspired by the department store windows of 5th Avenue, Hudson Square Businesses are adorning their windows with Halloween-themed regalia
  • Spooky Craft Cocktails: Restaurants in Hudson Square have crafted some incredible cocktails that will be available for a limited time only
  • Costume Contest: New Yorkers will be able to compete with each other via a costume contest hosted on Hudson Square’s Facebook page, winners in store for huge prizes!

To learn more about these fun community events and about local establishment promotions, please visit their website HERE

 

Check out their map with all of this year’s participants highlighted! 

 

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Taste of the Seaport at Pier 16 and Pier 17

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Taste of the Seaport at Pier 16 and Pier 17

 

Join FiDi Families at the 9th annual event at the Seaport District. The Taste of the Seaport helps raise funds for students at the Spruce Street School as well as Peck Slip School, for much-needed enrichment programs for these wonderful neighborhood schools. Enjoy great food, live music, and family-friendly activities on the cobblestone streets of New York City’s historic  Seaport neighborhood.  Not only are there more than 40 local restaurants and vendors on hand to sample amazing food and treats for attendees but children’s activities and musical entertainment will also be available.

Date: Saturday, October 20th

Time: 11:30am – 3p (event ends at 4pm; food ends at 3pm)

Location: Pier 16 and Pier 17

Age(s): All ages welcome

FiDi Families Insider: $40/5 tastes or a family pack $125/20 tastes. Tickets can be purchased at the event. 

To learn more and purchase tickets, please visit their website HERE.

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