NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- The weather may have cooled down, but that doesn't mean your weekend has to! You've done enough adulting for the week, now's your chance to relax with the best food, drinks, shows and music the area has to offer. Skip surfing the internet because 1010 WINS has your weekend plans here:
New York Comedy Festival
The New York Comedy Festival is a seven-day festival featuring more than 200 comedians performing in more than 100 shows at venues throughout the city. The festival is produced by Carolines on Broadway and whether it features big names or up and coming comedians, any show you attend is guaranteed to bring the laughs. This year features some heavy hitters such as Stephen Colbert, Tom Segura and Trevor Noah.
Where: Varies
When: November 7 - 10, Time varies
Cost: Varies
Winter Village at Bryant Park
Winter Village at Bryant Park is Manhattan’s winter wonderland. The centerpiece is the 17,000 square foot ice skating rink which features free admission ice skating, holiday shops, and a bar and food hall. Bank of America cardholders receive 20% off skate rentals and express skate when they use their card at the rink. This year, you can reserve your skate time online. Don’t forget to bring your own lock!
Where: Bryant Park
When: November 8-10, 10 a.m - 8 p.m.
Cost: Free admission free, skate rentals $18 – $33
Brooklyn Flea and Smorgasburg Winter Market
Brooklyn Flea has grown into one of New York City’s top attractions, operating flea markets every weekend of the year that features over 75 top vendors of furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, jewelry, and crafts by local artisans and designers. The Flea also operates Smorgasburg’s giant all-food market, showcases the best of Brooklyn’s artisanal food scene.
Where: 25 Kent Ave. - 8th Floor in Williamsburg, Brooklyn
When: Saturday, November 9, Sunday November 10, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Wildlife Weekends at Queens County Farm
Wildlife Weekends are packed full of fun for the entire family including pony rides, hayrides, animal feeding, and the always entertaining Frogs, Bugs & Animals Show. Add to the fun with The Moogician Show! Admission includes: Frogs, Bugs & Animals Show, The Moogician Show, hayride, animal feeding and pony ride
Where: Queens County Farm
When: Saturday, November 9, Sunday, November 10, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: $12 all ages
Apple Cider Donuts at Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm
Pumpkin and apple picking season may be over but you can still enjoy some late fall activities at the Wilkens farm. They have three shops open daily where you can pick up some delicious fresh baked pies or their famous apple-cider donuts. There is also a vineyard on the premises. The White Hill Vineyard at Wilkens is a former apple cider bottling plant and on weekends turns into a cozy tasting room for enjoying wine with friends and family.
Where: Wilkens Fruit and Fir Farm - Yorktown Heights, NY
When: Saturday, November 9, Sunday November 10, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
The holiday season has officially begun in New York City. Celebrate the arrival of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree this Saturday. Celebrate at Rockefeller Center concourse with holiday face painting, balloon art, the rock and roll playhouse and more. The festivities begin at 11 a.m.
Where: Rockefeller Center
When: Saturday, November 9, 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free