NEW YORK (1010 WINS) -- With spring quickly approaching, there's so much to see and do. Enjoy the weekend's mild weather and explore the city. Whatever it is that you're looking to do, we've got you covered with the best food, drinks, shows and music the area has to offer.
Holi Hai Festival of Color
Also known as the Indian "festival of color", Holi signifies the end of winter, and spring's arrival. Dance your heart out as you get covered in vivid colored powders that represent happiness, love, and the freedom to live vibrantly. Wearing white is encouraged.
Where: Stage 48
When: Saturday, March, 7, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: $29
Annual New York International Antiquarian Book Fair
Book lovers can peruse through a vast selection of rare books, maps, manuscripts, illuminated manuscripts and Ephemera this weekend. All books, manuscripts and related material have been carefully examined by experienced professionals for completeness and bibliographic accuracy.
Where: Park Avenue Armory
When: Saturday, March 7, 12 p.m. - 7 p.m., Sunday March 8, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: $25
Winter Wine & Food Festival
No need to grab your passports to when the wine and food can come to you. Sample from hundreds of wines from around the world and foods like cheese bread and Charcuterie boards galore right in the big apple.
Where: Webster Hall
When: Saturday, March 7, 2 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: $75
Adidas International Women's Day with HOOP York City
Celebrate international women's day with Adidas who is recognizing New York women who are making a difference. Guests can showcase their skills at the HYC Pop-A-Shot and also enjoy complimentary manicures.
Where: Adidas 610 Broadway
When: Sunday, March 8, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Cost: Free
Biggie Smalls Tour
Celebrate the legacy of one of hip-hop's most iconic rappers, Notorious BIG. Dubbed "Biggie Day", many honor this hometown hero on the anniversary of his death. Visit some of the landmarks mentioned in his songs, or even some of the murals dedicated to the musician.
Where: Varies
When: Friday, March 6 - Sunday March 8, time varies
Cost: Free
Women's Travel Fest
An annual event created to inspire, empower and connect women who travel. The conference focuses on bragworthy adventures for exceptional women, and shows its guests how to create a life and business that keeps you exploring.
Where: Angel Orensanz Foundation - 172 Norfolk St, New York, NY
When: Friday, March 6 - Sunday March 8, time varies
Cost: $100
Queens County Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade
Celebrate Irish culture with music, color and sounds of the Emerald Isle. The day starts with a holy mass for peace and justice in Ireland and then bagpipers, marching bands and revelers will showcase their Irish pride at the 45th annual parade.
Where: Rockaway Beach 130th and Boardwalk
When: Saturday, March 7, 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
New York City Whiskey Festival
Ticket holders can choose from over 100 styles of whiskey and spirits to sample from while getting to know all about the selections. Whether it's the all American Kentucky Bourbons or the Irish Whiskey that tickles your fancy, you can find it all under one roof.
Where: The Tunnel
When: Saturday, March 7, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m or 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Cost: $15
The Orchid Show
Enjoy the bold and colorful creations at the Orchid Show' kaleidoscope of color, flaunted by famed designer Jeff Leatham. This year's star is an orchid native to Mexico, whose fuchsia petals add beautiful pops of color to the exhibition.
Where: New York Botanical Garden
When: Friday, March 6 - Sunday March 8, time varies
Cost: $39
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