A Memorable January Day in New York

There’s never a dull moment in New York. Even the week after New Years’ has plenty to do. We’ve got a selection of fun exhibits, activities and festivals that are happening this month. Read on to find the perfect way to create a memorable January day in the Big Apple.

The hotly anticipated Titanic: The Exhibition has officially opened in New York. The moving show brings visitors face to face with artifacts from both those who perished and survivors of the unsinkable ship. These objects are used to tell stories and give a personal look into some of the passengers’ lives including the couple who inspired the famous movie, Titanic. One of the most talked about objects of the show is the necklace that belonged to Kate Phillips, a then 19-year old who was in love with an older married English trader. The two booked tickets in pseudonyms and were seen on the boat madly in love in the days before the fateful morning of April 15, 1912 when the ship hit an iceberg.

Tickets are on sale now through the end of January 2023.

526 6th Avenue (by 14th Street near Union Square)

New York, NY 10002

Not bothered by the cold? Then what better way to spend an afternoon with a trip to one of New York’s famous ice rinks. This week try out the rink at The William Vale, where the 23rd floor has been transformed into a scenic, sky-high ice skating rink. The views are epic and the open air rink is made not of ice but of the more environmentally friendly, Glice. Glice is a synthetic technology that doesn’t require the waste of water and is slightly kinder to beginner ice skaters.

Guests are required to make reservations in advance to allow for reduced capacity during skate sessions (50 minutes per group) See link above for tickets.

111 N 12th St.

Brooklyn, NY 11249

The New Year is off to a great start at the Met. The world-class museum has two exciting new exhibits, one by photographer Richard Avedon, titled MURALS which will run from January 12- November 1, 2023. The exhibit will focus on Avedon’s life-size photo murals that include an image of Andy Warhol’s factory.

A second exhibit, “Beyond the Light: Identity and Place in Nineteenth-Century Danish Art,” which opens later this month (January 26-April 16, 2023) will showcase 100 drawings, sketches and paintings from the Danish Golden Age. The works are known for their romanticism, and the artists’ use of nature and light to capture sentiments of wonder and awe at the natural world.

Tickets can be purchased online at the Met’s website.

1000 5th Avenue

New York, NY 10028

January welcomes a nascent literary festival founded on the belief that “storytelling helps heal humanity’s wounds.” The Road to Freedom Literary Festival will bring together an exciting group of LGBTQ+ authors for readings of moving and inspiring stories taken from their personal ‘roads to freedom.’ Tickets and more information is available on the Rainbow Railroad website.

January 12, 2023 7pm

1 PENN at 1 Pennsylvania Plaza

New York City, NY 10001

Winter is the perfect time to check out a hockey game with the hometown New York Rangers. The Rangers play at Madison Square Garden right in the heart of Manhattan. Come for the fun, fast paced game and indulge in a hot dog or cold beer while the Rangers battle it out with opposing teams. For a full schedule of Rangers games, tickets and more fun facts, check out the Ranger’s page on the NHL official site.

The Lombardy Hotel’s timeless elegance is iconic to Midtown Manhattan. Our rooms are spacious, comfortable and thoughtfully designed to make you feel at home. We look forward to hosting you on your next visit to New York City.

*Due to Covid-19 our restaurant, cafe and gym will remain closed for a time.