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
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