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People looking out at NYC from the 86th floor observation deck at the Empire State Building Observatory.

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Why the Empire State Building Is the Best Place to Spend Valentine’s Day 2026

Whether you seek a luxurious date night, want to pop the big question in an iconic way, or simply wish to “wow” your sweetheart, the Empire State Building offers an experience that is as timeless as it is romantic.

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The Empire State Building: 95 Years of Iconic Moments

See our favorite moments from the Empire State Building’s 95-year history!

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People looking out at NYC from the 102nd floor observation deck at the Empire State Building Observatory.

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Romantic Things to Do in NYC on Valentine’s Day 2026: Unforgettable Date Ideas for Couples

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What to Know Before You Visit the Empire State Building Observation Deck

From ticket offers to the optimal time to visit, we compiled a complete guide of useful tips and insights for your trip to the “World’s Most Famous Building.”

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Guests taking a selfie on the 86th Floor Observation Deck at the Empire State Building Observatory.

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ESB Wrapped 2025: A Year in Review

Throughout 2025, ESB hosted a number of iconic NYC moments that made the year nothing short of memorable.

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Trisha Paytas Light ESB Pink for Her Broadway Debut

Paytas visited ESB to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony and tour the building's immersive exhibits and iconic 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories.

ESB lit in blue and yellow for "DOG MAN"

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Pete Davidson and Dav Pilkey Light ESB for "DOGMAN"

ESB lit in purple, yellow, and pink for "Star Trek: Section 31"

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"Star Trek: Section 31" Lights ESB for Film's Premiere

"Star Trek: Section 31" cast members Michelle Yeoh, Omari Hardwick, and Rob Kazinsky joined director and producer Olatunde Osunsanmi for a lighting ceremony at the building on Jan 24.

ESB model in holiday lights

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The Empire State Building Shines to “Jingle Bells” with Meghan Trainor

The holidays are here again and so is the Empire State Building Music-to-Light Spectacular, set to "Jingle Bells" by Meghan Trainor!

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ESB Lights Up to Celebrate "The Six Triple Eight"

Actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry and actresses Kerry Washington and Ebony Obsidian visited the building to flip the famous light switch.

ESB lit in red and white

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The PenaVega's Light ESB to Honor the Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign

Actors Carlos and Alexa PenaVega visited the Empire State Building to flip the ceremonial light switch, tour the immersive exhibits, and take in New York City's best views from the iconic 86th and 102nd Floor Observatories.

ESB lit in the colors of the Danish flag

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Miss Universe 2024 Flips the Switch at the Empire State Building

The Empire State Building will shine in red and white, the colors of the Danish flag, to honor the 73rd Miss Universe pageant on Nov. 22.

ESB lit in Holiday Lights

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The Radio City Rockettes Light ESB to Celebrate the Christmas Show's Opening Night

The Empire State Building lit its world-famous tower lights in red and white with a Christmas tree swirling in the mast to celebrate opening night of the Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes on Nov. 8.

The Empire State Building lit in orange and green

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Heidi Klum Lights ESB Orange and Green to Celebrate Halloween

TV personality, supermodel, and undisputed queen of Halloween Heidi Klum visited the building to flip the famous switch and spread the spooky spirit throughout the world-famous Observatory Experience.

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