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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Embrace the Chill: Essential NYC Winter Activities Uncovered
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Holiday Cheer: A Guide to NYC's Best Holiday Celebrations
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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.
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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.
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The Ultimate Sunrise Experience at the Empire State Building
The Starbucks Reserve® Sunrise Experience at the Empire State Building offers a unique opportunity to start your day with an incredible glimpse of the greatest city in the world.
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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.