Natalia Alvarez, Author at Secret NYC

What’s open and closed in NYC this Labor Day 2026

Labor Day is right around the corner, marking the unofficial end of summer and an annual celebration of the economic accomplishments of American workers. This year, the federal holiday lands on Monday...

Secret Guides Things to do

17 best Labor Day weekend events in NYC (2026)

For many of us, Labor Day weekend is the summer’s last hurrah. It is our final chance to take advantage of warm weather, long weekends, and all the seasonal things we love most about the city. When is...

Escapes Things to do

Known as the ‘Land in the Sky,’ this charming upstate town is the ultimate fall escape with small-batch cider houses, vintage shopping, and secluded waterfalls

Have you started planning your cozy autumn getaway yet? If you want to escape the crowded city streets, we have a hidden gem you need to add to your radar immediately. Tucked away in the western Catski...

To combat 190-degree summer heat, NYC is rolling out a massive ‘CoolRoofs’ initiative — offering free ‘Greek-style’ white roofs that instantly drop indoor temperatures by up to 30%

New Yorkers know that summer in the city can feel like an absolute oven, but there is a surprisingly simple solution hiding right above our heads. The NYC CoolRoofs program is on a mission to paint the...

Escapes Things to do

Just a drive from NYC: Voted the ‘best boardwalk’ in the country, this 2.5-mile New Jersey seaside strip features over 100 rides and is perfect for a late summer trip

Labor Day may be in the rearview mirror, but summer isn't officially over yet. If you are looking to soak up the last warm ocean breezes before crisp fall weather takes over the city, we found the ide...

Escapes Things to do

Just 4.5 hours from NYC, this tiny Adirondack village of 400 residents is hailed as NY’s true ‘All-Season Vacationland’ and hides a ‘mini Route 66’

When you picture the perfect escape to the Adirondacks, you are probably imagining exactly what the tiny village of Speculator, NY has to offer. With fewer than 400 year-round residents, this lakeside...

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For the first time in nearly 30 years, ‘The Sound of Music’ is hitting Broadway again — and Lincoln Center is holding an open casting call for NYC kids with zero experience required

For the first time in nearly 30 years, The Sound of Music is officially returning to Broadway. The revival will hit the stage at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. To complete the iconic von Trapp family, Li...

Things to do

NYC is transforming two Brooklyn blocks into a massive ‘car-free’ artisan market featuring over 70 local vendors, artisanal food, and free admission

Fall in New York means cozy sweaters, crisp air, and spectacular local shopping. FAD Market is officially back for its Fall 2026 season, and they are setting up shop across four distinct Brooklyn neig...

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How to score ‘last-minute’ US Open tickets in NYC before the 2026 finals

The 2026 US Open has officially taken over Queens. If you are in New York City and haven't locked down your spot yet, it is not too late. Whether you are a die-hard tennis fan or simply looking for an...

Still working at 70 in NYC: how wages change your Social Security check, and the earnings limit that disappears at full retirement age

It’s no secret that living in New York City is incredibly expensive. By the time many locals are ready to sign up for Social Security, they are also ready to stop working—but high rent and pricey groc...