Danielle Valente, Author at Secret NYC

Danielle is the editor of Secret NYC. She is a Brooklynite who has been covering news and events throughout the city for over 10 years. When she's not working, she's usually browsing the shelves at the bookstore, venturing to the farmer's market, or tackling a decor project in her apartment.

Escapes Things to do

This Victorian Home Outside Of NYC Has One Of Tripadvisor’s Best Tours In The Country — And Its October Events Will Get You In The Spooky Spirit

The is an architectural marvel, a Victorian time capsule, and one of the country's most intriguing locations to explore, according to Tripadvisor standards. Located a stone's throw from , New Yorkers' preferred , the...

Here’s When Fall Foliage Will Peak In NYC This Year

The calendar says has arrived, but the weather has us unconvinced in the change of seasons. (According to the forecast, we're due for 80+ degrees.) Fall babies and fellow spooky kids are anxiously awaiting fall foliag...

Culture Things to do

Relive NYC’s Iconic Punk Era At The CBGB Festival With 21 Bands, Vintage Merch, & Relics From The Club — This Weekend Only

NYC is going back to its punk roots thanks to the CBGB Festival. With Iggy Pop and Jack White at the helm, the one-day-only event "rooted in rebellion, fueled by raw energy, and defined by an underground legacy" will...

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Sleepovers At The Intrepid Are Underway With A Halloween-Themed Event This October

The isn't the only NYC attraction hosting overnight guests. "Operation Slumber" at The Intrepid Museum takes your typical sleepover and magnifies the experience with a night aboard an aircraft carrier — flight deck to...

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This Free Formula One Pop-Up Is Racing Into Grand Central Station With A Full-Scale Race Car, Whiskey, & More — But Not For Long

If you miss your train ride home this week, you might not be terribly disappointed — trust us. Aston Martin Formula One Team and Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky have joined forces for an immersive event at Grand...

Food & drink Things to do

Union Square Night Market Returns With More Than 30 Vendors For A Flavor-Packed Fall After Hours

Hungry? The Union Square Night Market has returned to satiate your cravings for crepes, wraps, bowls, and but of course, the trendy Dubai chocolate. And that's only to name a few options. The beloved kicked off the 2...

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Live From New York: Inside The ‘SNL’ Ticket Lottery & How To Snag A Seat Inside Studio 8H

The SNL ticket lottery provides much-desired access to Studio 8H and all of the hysterics that come along with it. The iconic sketch comedy series just celebrated its with plenty of notable moments — the return of OG...

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‘SNL’ Returns In Two Weeks With Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter Double Duty, & More — See What’s In Store For Season 51

After what feels like a lifetime, SNL will return to our screens , and the sketch comedy series is bringing plenty of our favorites along for the ride. In just two week, the cast will unleash new antics, hosts, and mus...

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There’s A Chappell Roan Lookalike Contest Happening In NYC This Saturday — And The Winner Will Get Tickets To Her Sold-Out Forest Hills Show

Attention Pink Pony Club members: locate the nearest subway and venture to the Chappell Roan lookalike contest taking place — there will be major perks for the winner. The "Hot To Go!" singer is en route to NYC to kic...

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The Once-A-Year Broadway Flea Market With Endless Theater Memorabilia Returns This Weekend — Here’s How To Snag Something For Your Collection

Curtains up! Broadway Cares' Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction is preparing for its time in the spotlight . If you fancy yourself a theater buff and can't resist classic and , we suggest seeing what's happening...