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Alix Earle at the Lighting Ceremony

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Alix Earle Lights ESB Mint to Celebrate Reale Actives, in Support of Mount Sinai's Mammovan

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

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Tom Holland on the 86th Floor Observation Deck

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WATCH: Tom Holland Swings by ESB to Drop “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” Trailer

Holland sat down for an exclusive conversation about Peter Parker's next chapter, what it means to grow up on screen, and more.

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Comedy Show at the Empire State Building

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Inside the Empire State Building’s First-Ever Stand-Up Comedy Show

The sold-out show, produced in collaboration with Underground Overground Comedy, brought some of New York’s favorite comedians together in one of the city’s most iconic settings.

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86th Floor Observation Deck

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Best Things to Do in New York City During Spring Break

Plan the perfect NYC spring break with parks in bloom, iconic landmarks, and unforgettable skyline views from the Empire State Building.

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Aerial view of ESB

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First-Time New York City Travel Tips: Dos & Don’ts for Your First NYC Trip

With so much to see, do, and experience in New York City, a little planning goes a long way.

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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.

Colin Jost on the 103rd Floor

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WATCH: Colin Jost and His Deep Connection to NYC's Bravest

Writer and comedian Colin Jost visited the Empire State Building to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony to honor Answer the Call Day.

Embrace the Chill: Essential NYC Winter Activities Uncovered

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Embrace the Chill: Essential NYC Winter Activities Uncovered

Holiday Cheer: A Guide to NYC's Best Holiday Celebrations

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Holiday Cheer: A Guide to NYC's Best Holiday Celebrations

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.

Liz Gillies on the 103rd Floor

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WATCH: Liz Gillies Chats Collab with Bestie Ariana Grande and Their Iconic "Showgirls" Costumes

Actress and singer Liz Gillies visited the world-famous Empire State Building Observatory to flip the switch in a lighting ceremony to honor World Smile Day, in partnership with Smile Train, on Oct. 4.

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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