Brianna Perry, Author at Secret NYC

A native NYer residing in Astoria, Brianna has been writing for publications such as Secret NYC & others for nearly 10 years. When she's not writing or exploring NYC you can likely find her eating dumplings, skipping around a plant store, or sipping wine al fresco.

A ‘once-in-a-century milestone’: Macy’s kicks off 100-day countdown to historic 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade — a record-breaking 100 inflatables, exclusive collabs, & nostalgic returns

Fall in New York City isn't complete without its most iconic spectacle, but this year's march down 6th Avenue comes with added significance. Macy’s has officially kicked off its 100-day countdown to th...

Escapes Things to do

Sleepy Hollow is shutting down 3 streets to cars for the ‘unofficial opening bell for autumn’ this September — a massive street fair with over 145 vendors, local bites, & the Headless Horseman

If you’re looking for something to look forward to this fall, we have a very convincing one: the annual Sleepy Hollow Street Fair is heading back to Beekman Avenue this September, bringing 145+ vendors, l...

Escapes Wellness & nature

Less than 2 hours from NYC: New Jersey’s largest state park has hidden ghost towns and amazing views — and most New Yorkers have never been

If you're looking to trade crowded city sidewalks and skyscraper-filled skylines for hidden ghost towns and scenic views of flat pine forests, dark cedar-stained rivers, and historic 19th-century building...

Culture

Yoshitomo Nara’s iconic art is returning to NYC after 10 years this fall—and it’s completely free

Yoshitomo Nara’s big-headed, wide-eyed kids are making their long-awaited return to NYC. The globally acclaimed Japanese artist is staging his first major solo exhibition in New York in nearly a decad...

Escapes Things to do

Over 70 hot air balloons will take over upstate NY’s skies this fall for a 4-day festival—and admission is completely free

While New Yorkers are used to looking up and seeing nothing but skyscrapers, a trip to the Adirondacks this September could make looking up much more whimsical. The Adirondack Balloon Festival is ret...

The MTA is adding extra 7 trains, LIRR stops, & $5 fares to make getting to the 2026 US Open in Queens a whole lot easier

The US Open is about to descend on Queens, bringing more than one million tennis fans to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center—and the MTA is making sure they have a way to get there without fi...

Escapes Food & drink

This historic coastal maritime village just 2.5 hours from NYC was just named ‘America’s best small food town’ for 2026 — with award-winning chefs, hard-working farmers, & expert fishermen

New Yorkers are no strangers to a damn good culinary scene, but if you wanted to trade subway smog and skyscrapers for crisp fresh air and coastal maritime vibes this fall, we know exactly where to make y...

Sports Things to do

4,000 tickets sold out in 90 seconds: Knicks stars Jalen Brunson & Josh Hart relocate massive NYC block party to Randall’s Island—tickets drop tomorrow

Though two months have passed since the New York Knicks hoisted the Larry O'Brien trophy on June 13, 2026, the city’s post-championship high hasn't faded–New Yorkers are still sporting their blue and oran...

Food & drink Secret Guides Things to do Visit NYC

24 delightful things to do in DUMBO, Brooklyn

Nestled beneath the Manhattan Bridge, DUMBO — short for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass — is easily one of Brooklyn’s most iconic neighborhoods. And while its cobblestone streets and picture-per...

Escapes Top news

‘A hidden gem for retirees near NYC’: This quiet small town was just named one of the best places in America to retire, thanks to its low cost of living and historic charm

Looking to retire without leaving the Northeast behind—or draining your Social Security? Hellertown, Pennsylvania, just landed on Investopedia’s latest ranking of the top 29 most charming U.S. small to...