March in NYC: The Best Events Happening This Month
A curated list of must-visit events, pop-ups, and happenings around the city.
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With warm weather approaching, I thought it’d be fun to highlight the best events happening in NYC this month. I’m planning for this to be a monthly series, so welcome to my very first March edition! As always, grab your coffee (or martini), and let’s get into it.
What’s Happening This Month
As you all know, going with the flow in this city is nearly impossible, since everyone plans their schedule a month in advance (we should all collectively stop doing that, pls and thank u). So, I wanted to give you a heads up early and share everything worth adding to your calendar this month 💌
Week of 3/9:
Movies at the Palace with Lin-Manuel Miranda: Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Hamilton on Broadway with a series of recent films starring the original Broadway cast of the groundbreaking musical. Get tickets for Satisfied (2024) on March 10. A conversation with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Renée Elise Goldsberry will follow the movie.
NOVOCAINE 4DX Advance Screening: Watch an advanced 4DX screening of Paramount Pictures’s upcoming film, NOVOCAINE, which hits theaters on March 14th.
The Locavore Guide IRL: a Spotlight on NYC's Local Retailers: Join The Locavore Guide for a special one-day celebration of local shopping, featuring a conversation with some of New York City's most dynamic shop owners.
BLACK BAG Advance Screening: Join Focus Features for a special advanced screening of BLACK BAG starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender.
St. Patrick’s Day Reimagined with Roe & Co Irish Whiskey: Join Roe & Co Irish Whiskey for complimentary Roe & Co cocktails and bites to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day.
Rabanne Million Gold For Her in NYC: Join Rabanne in celebrating the launch of its newest feminine fragrance, Million Gold For Her, at an immersive NYC pop-up. Enjoy photo opportunities and giveaways while supplies last.
STAPLE Flagship Grand Opening: Celebrate the grand opening of STAPLE's first flagship experiential space and the launch of Brooks' inaugural heritage sneaker, the STAPLE Adrenaline GTS 4.
Not-a-Normal Market: Spring 2025: A two-weekend shopping & community event with 200+ independent brands, designers & creators. NAMM focuses on vintage designer, locally designed / produced, up-cycled / reworked, and handmade pieces.
Fabletics Run Club: Run in style with Fabletics as they kick off their new Fabletics Run Club on March 15th. Open to all skill levels!
Squigs Cafe Pop Up: Enjoy an exclusive Squigs Signature Blue Matcha, get a sneak peek at an upcoming new launch, and receive free gifts with purchase from Milani while supplies last.
Holi Celebration at The Seaport: The annual Holi celebration featuring dances, music, drummers, stories, delicious food and powder play.
PARTEA LAB'S Grand Opening: Join Partea Lab, a cyberpunk-inspired speakeasy, to an opening-night celebration on March 14th from 6PM-1AM. Attendees will receive an exclusive Gold Card, unlocking VIP perks.
Emack & Bolio’s Williamsburg Ice Cream Social: Celebrate the opening of Emack & Bolio’s in Williamsburg (Grand St. location) with one free scoop per person from 1-3PM.
Week of 3/16:
JonasCon: The Jonas Brothers host a special one-day event which will feature live performances, DJ sets, Q&A panels, fan activations, pop-up surprises, immersive experiences, and special guest appearances to celebrate the band’s incredible two decades.
Oatly Zero Waste Throwdown: Bringing the coffee community together to celebrate creativity, sustainability, and of course Oatly. In the Zero Waste Throwdown, no Oatly lattes go to waste. Instead of dumping your poured art down the sink, you’ll be turning it into delicious cocktails.
Cherry Blossom Festival at Pink Pier: Cherry Blossom Season officially begins! While the blossoms vary every year, there are different species of blossoms that usually begin around mid-to-late March. Check out the Central Park Cherry Blossom Tracker: Here.
Affordable Art Fair: Affordable Art Fair New York will return to the Metropolitan Pavilion in March 2025, showcasing original contemporary artworks ranging between $100 to $12,000.
Week of 3/23:
Wander Beauty Happy Hour: Wander Beauty is celebrating National Cocktail Day with drinks, spins, and free beauty wins at Gem Saloon.
Betty Jo’s Ice Cream Free Scoops: Come grab a slice and a scoop to celebrate Betty Jo’s Ice Cream newest pickup spot, Fini Pizza.
Alinea x Olmsted Pop-Up: In honor of Alinea’s 20th Anniversary, long-time friends Chef Greg Baxtrom and Chef Grant Achatz present… Alinea Brooklyn.
The Botanist x Prince Dink & Sip: Celebrate the launch of The Botanist and Prince "Dink & Sip" collection. Stop by after work with a friend or a date and enjoy open play, pickleball lessons from pros, martinis, customized merch, and more.
Mumford & Sons 'Rushmere' Listening Party: Join us at Rough Trade NYC on Tuesday, March 25th at 6 PM for a pre-release listening party for Mumford & Sons' new album, Rushmere (out March 28th).
Salon du Chocolat: A unique global event celebrating the world of chocolate in the heart of NYC. There will be live chef demos, chocolate fashion & sculptures, interactive experiences and more.
ILIA's Art of the Eye Exhibition: The Art of the Eye Exhibition featuring NEW Limitless Lash Mascara + Eye Stylus Shadow Stick.
Week of 3/30:
Tamagotchi Spring Celebration: Tamagotchi is bringing an unforgettable spring-themed celebration to American Dream with scavenger hunt adventure, themed portrait Studio, cotton candy and more.
Tulip Day 2025: Tulip Day is coming to New York with a colorful display of 170,000 tulips that will cover Union Square in New York. Visit the square and pick your own bunch of tulips (the max is 10 tulips per person).
Ariana Grande Brighter Day Ahead Screenings: Brighter Days Ahead, the short film, is coming on 3.29. There will be screenings in NYC, LA, Chicago and Boca Raton on Sunday, March 30th.
P.S. I’ll be updating this newsletter throughout the month as new events pop up. If I’m missing anything, feel free to let me know! I’d love to add it to the list.
That’s all for this week! Let me know what you think of the new cadence and if there’s anything you’d love to see in future newsletters. Love you all 🤍
xo,
Laila
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