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Top Things to Do in NYC in September 2025
Whether you're drawn to cultural food festivals and lively celebrations or eager to see the skyline from a unique vantage point, NYC in September promises unforgettable experiences.
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Netflix's 'KPOP DEMON HUNTERS' Takes Over at the Empire State Building!
The cast of "KPOP DEMON HUNTERS" goes up, up, up at the Empire State Building.
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Which Celebrities Can You See at the Empire State Building This Week? Aug. 18 – 22
See who will visit this week!
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Vijay Deverakonda Lights the Empire State Building in Green, White, and Orange for India Day
Vijay toured the Observatory Experience's immersive museum and posed for photos on the building’s 86th Floor and 102nd Floor Observatories.
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WATCH: Cyndi Lauper Chats Chakras and NYC's Energy
Music icon Cyndi Lauper visited the Empire State Building to celebrate her upcoming farewell tour and the release of her documentary, "Let the Canary Sing," in late June.
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WATCH: Ice Spice Talks “Y2K!” and Recognition from her Industry Peers
Just before she flipped the switch in a special lighting ceremony to honor The Bronx Community Foundation and celebrate the album, Ice Spice sat down to reflect on her launch to stardom.
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WATCH: Billy Idol Talks Life in New York, Electric Lady Studios, and TikTok Virality
The punk rocker visited ESB for a lighting ceremony and exclusive fan event on the 80th Floor, where he performed acoustic versions of “Rebel Yell,” “Eyes Without a Face,” and “White Wedding” with longtime collaborator, Steve Stevens.
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WATCH: Billie Jean King Talks Self Confidence and the Evolution of Women in Sports
Tennis legend Billie Jean King visited the Empire State Building to celebrate the Women's Sports Foundation's 50th Anniversary with a special tower lighting ceremony and tour of the iconic Observatory Experience.
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WATCH: Hoda & Jenna Reflect on Five Years with TODAY at ESB
TODAY duo Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager visited the Empire State Building to celebrate their five-year anniversary with the show in mid-April. Just before they flipped the famous switch, Hoda & Jenna took time to chat about their beloved partnership in an ESB Exclusive.
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ESB EXCLUSIVE: Mariska Hargitay Talks the Joyful Heart Foundation and Her Role as Olivia Benson
After she flipped the famous switch and lit the building in teal and green, Mariska sat down to discuss the impact of her role as Olivia Benson and some of the Joyful Heart Foundation's most impactful moments throughout its 20-year history.
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ESB EXCLUSIVE: Watch Chuck Scarborough Discuss his 50-Year Career with NBC!
Broadcast legend Chuck Scarborough kicked off his 50-year anniversary with NBC in the most authentic New York City way – with a trip to the top of the “World’s Most Famous Building.”
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MrBeast Races Up the Stairs of the Empire State Building
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