{"id":19647,"date":"2019-03-11T10:44:14","date_gmt":"2019-03-11T14:44:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=19647"},"modified":"2019-03-11T10:44:14","modified_gmt":"2019-03-11T14:44:14","slug":"nyc-spring-events-attractions-apartments-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/11\/nyc-spring-events-attractions-apartments-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"NYC\u2019s Best Spring Events, Attractions, and Apartments"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_19658\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19658\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-taxi-spring-flowers.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a New York City taxi driving past a colorful bed of spring flowers.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-taxi-spring-flowers.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-taxi-spring-flowers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-taxi-spring-flowers-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-taxi-spring-flowers-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19658\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">See what\u2019s coming to life this spring in New York City! (Photo credit: Phil Roeder)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>As <strong>New York City<\/strong> thaws from winter\u2019s chill and welcomes the arrival of <strong>spring<\/strong>, it comes alive with an array of springtime <strong>events<\/strong>, <strong>activities<\/strong>, and <strong>attractions<\/strong> to enjoy while you <a title=\"Find a furnished apartment, vacation rental, or roommate share for spring!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment.html\">rent a furnished apartment with New York Habitat<\/a> in the city.<\/p>\n<p>The diverse landscape of NYC means you can enjoy a tranquil garden full of blooms one minute, a world-class museum exhibit the next, and finish the day with a raucous party at a neighborhood bar. To help you make the most of your spring in New York, we\u2019ve compiled a <strong>guide <\/strong>to some of the best things happening this season in the city. For more inspiration, check out our <a title=\"See some of our favorite things about spring 2018 for inspiration\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/18\/best-ways-enjoy-spring-renting-apartment-nyc\/\">spring guides from 2018<\/a> and <a title=\"Our spring 2017 guide is great for graduating students and their families\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/05\/18\/spring-nyc-graduation-season\/\">2017<\/a>\u2014many of these events repeat each year!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Surround yourself with spring\u2019s most beautiful blooms<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19659\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19659\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19659\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Brooklyn-Botanic-Garden-cherry-blossoms.jpg\" alt=\"Image of blooming cherry blossom trees and people walking along the paths in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Brooklyn-Botanic-Garden-cherry-blossoms.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Brooklyn-Botanic-Garden-cherry-blossoms-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Brooklyn-Botanic-Garden-cherry-blossoms-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Brooklyn-Botanic-Garden-cherry-blossoms-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19659\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Don\u2019t miss Brooklyn Botanic Garden\u2019s cherry blossoms in full bloom during the month of April. (Photo credit: Jason Wang)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>What\u2019s spring without the return of gorgeous<strong> flowers<\/strong>? It might be hard to believe, but there\u2019s no shortage of<strong> gardens<\/strong> and green spaces bursting with blooms in the spring, even in a concrete jungle like New York. One of the most essential things to do in the spring is to see the gorgeous <strong>cherry blossoms<\/strong> in full bloom at the <a title=\"Take an in-depth look at springtime in Brooklyn Botanic Garden\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2011\/04\/01\/new-york-brooklyn-botanic-garden\/\">Brooklyn Botanic Garden<\/a> in <strong>Prospect Park<\/strong>, Brooklyn! You can stroll through the garden and enjoy the candy-colored flowers at your own pace, or join a <strong>tour<\/strong>\u2014they happen every Wednesday in April. Also, be sure to join the festivities of <strong>Sakura Matsuri<\/strong> on April 27-28; the Japanese cherry blossom and cultural celebration will feature performers, crafts, games and more.<\/p>\n<p>You can also celebrate the outdoors in warmer weather at <strong>Queens Botanical Garden\u2019s<\/strong> Arbor Fest on April 28. Enjoy food and drink vendors, demonstrations, crafts, and even a petting zoo!<\/p>\n<p>Last, florists look forward to the return of the annual <strong>Orchid Show<\/strong> at the New York Botanical Garden in <a title=\"There\u2019s so much to do in the Bronx!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2014\/03\/24\/new-york-boroughs-bronx\/\">the Bronx<\/a> from February 23 thru April 28. Enjoy an explosion of colorful orchids of every shape and size in the <strong>Haupt Conservatory<\/strong>. The tropical flowers will be placed in beautiful arrangements and sculptures inspired by this year\u2019s theme, \u2018Singapore.\u2019<\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-19665\" style=\"max-width: 750px;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-20-3 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-19665 ml-slider\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_19665\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_19665\">\n            <ul aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"slides\">\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-19666 ms-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16507-Bedford-Stuyvesant-furnished-rental-750x500.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"750\" alt=\"Image of bedroom in NY-16507 with queen-sized bed and bookshelves.\" class=\"slider-19665 slide-19666\" title=\"NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16507-Bedford-Stuyvesant-furnished-rental\" \/><div class=\"caption-wrap\"><div class=\"caption\">The fresh bohemian look of this Bed-Stuy apartment is perfect for spring. (Rental ID: NY-16507)<\/div><\/div><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-19667 ms-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16507-Bedford-Stuyvesant-backyard-750x500.jpg\" height=\"500\" width=\"750\" alt=\"Image of backyard garden area in NY-16507 furnished apartment.\" class=\"slider-19665 slide-19667\" title=\"NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16507-Bedford-Stuyvesant-backyard\" \/><div class=\"caption-wrap\"><div class=\"caption\">Spend even more time outdoors in the private garden backyard included with this rental! (Rental ID: NY-16507)<\/div><\/div><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Can\u2019t get enough time outdoors? This <a title=\"Explore this 2-bedroom Bed-Stuy rental with its own charming garden\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/furnished\/16507\">2-bedroom furnished apartment in Bedford-Stuyvesant<\/a> is for you! Settle in one of <strong>Brooklyn\u2019s<\/strong> most beautiful and well-landscaped neighborhoods (really, <a title=\"Discover what millennials love about Bed-Stuy (home of the greenest block in Brooklyn!)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/06\/millennial-guide-bedford-stuyvesant-brooklyn-apartment-roommates-part-1\/\">Bed-Stuy won an award for its gardens<\/a>!), and you\u2019ll be rewarded with extra space for a grassy <strong>backyard garden<\/strong> that you won\u2019t get in Manhattan. This <strong>duplex<\/strong> also features stunning pre-war details, cheerful<strong> artwork<\/strong>, and a sunny bohemian color and decorating scheme to get you in a springtime mood. Find plenty of space in the huge kitchen and sleeping arrangements for four.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19660\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19660\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19660\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Macys-Flower-Show-display.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a display in the medieval-themed 2018 Macy\u2019s Flower Show.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Macys-Flower-Show-display.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Macys-Flower-Show-display-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Macys-Flower-Show-display-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Macys-Flower-Show-display-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19660\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Macy\u2019s Flower Show brings the colorful beauty of a spring garden indoors. (Photo credit: Shinya Suzuki)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The best part of NYC is that \u201cstopping to smell the flowers\u201d doesn\u2019t have to be an exclusively sunny-day activity! Spring also marks the return of the <strong>Macy\u2019s Flower Show<\/strong> (March 24-April 7), during which you can admire the Macy\u2019s Herald Square department store as it\u2019s decorated to the nines with millions of flowers arranged into fantastic shapes and scenes. This year\u2019s theme is \u201cJourney to Paradisios,\u201d a celebration of space and the cosmos. The best part? The display is <a title=\"Looking for more free things to do in NYC? Find them here!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2013\/10\/14\/top-10-free-things-see-do-new-york\/\">completely free<\/a> to experience!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19654\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19654\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19654\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-14585-Chelsea-studio-furnished-rental.jpg\" alt=\"Image of living area in NY-14585 with sofa bed, television and decorative fireplace.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-14585-Chelsea-studio-furnished-rental.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-14585-Chelsea-studio-furnished-rental-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-14585-Chelsea-studio-furnished-rental-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-14585-Chelsea-studio-furnished-rental-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19654\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Chase away cabin fever with this sunny Chelsea studio apartment. (Rental ID: NY-14585)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Bring the inspiration of the Macy\u2019s Flower Show indoors with this sunny <a title=\"A furnished studio in Chelsea is a great and flexible option for exploring the city\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/furnished\/14585\">furnished studio apartment in Chelsea<\/a>. The exposed brick, <strong>decorative fireplace<\/strong>, and shiny hardwood floors are all signatures of a true NYC apartment, and the <strong>separate kitchen<\/strong> and fold-out sofa bed allow for maximum flow and function in the limited space. Speaking of function, spring\u2019s unpredictable weather can bring sunshine one minute and rain the next, which is why it\u2019s great that this apartment has plenty of shelves, a roomy closet, and <strong>storage space<\/strong> for all your rainy-weather gear. Macy\u2019s will be nearby, or you can explore <strong>Chelsea Market<\/strong>, a neighborhood favorite!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Kick off spring with the best celebrations of art and culture<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19661\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19661\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19661\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Midtown-pub-St-Patricks-Day.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Irish pub in Midtown Manhattan decorated with shamrocks for St. Patrick\u2019s Day\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Midtown-pub-St-Patricks-Day.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Midtown-pub-St-Patricks-Day-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Midtown-pub-St-Patricks-Day-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Midtown-pub-St-Patricks-Day-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19661\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Visit an Irish pub in Manhattan on St. Patrick\u2019s Day to keep the celebration going. (Photo credit: https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/flickr4jazz)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>There are great events in every season in New York City, and spring is no exception! Just before the start of spring, dress up in green and join the fun of <strong>St. Patrick\u2019s Day<\/strong>! New York has a strong connection to Irish culture, as it once welcomed Irish immigrants en masse in the early 20th century. Celebrate on March 16 with New York\u2019s annual St. Patrick\u2019s Day <strong>parade<\/strong> on 5th Avenue from 44th to 79th Street, or find a neighborhood Irish pub on March 17 to celebrate.<\/p>\n<p>Spring also marks the return of <strong>Tribeca Film Festival<\/strong> (April 24 thru May 5), one of the most famous film festivals in the United States. Attend screenings and premieres of the films everyone will be talking about tomorrow, and keep an eye out for celebrity sightings in the ritzy <a title=\"A profile of Tribeca, one of NYC\u2019s most exclusive neighborhoods\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2007\/02\/26\/tribeca-lofts-and-more-a-neighborhood-of-change\/\">Tribeca neighborhood<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19655\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19655\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19655\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16839-Midtown-East-studio-furnished-rental.jpg\" alt=\"Image of living area in NY-16839 with sofa, television, and armchair.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16839-Midtown-East-studio-furnished-rental.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16839-Midtown-East-studio-furnished-rental-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19655\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Find a fresh space for a busy lifestyle in this Midtown East furnished apartment. (Rental ID: NY-16839)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you want to stay connected to the cultural pulse of New York City, you really can\u2019t beat staying in <strong>Midtown!<\/strong> This <a title=\"This modern Midtown studio has generous amenities\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/furnished\/16839\">studio furnished apartment in Midtown East<\/a> is great for a busy New Yorker who wants maximum convenience at their fingertips. This <strong>contemporary<\/strong> apartment is located in a modern <strong>elevator<\/strong> building with a <strong>gym<\/strong> and <strong>rooftop terrace<\/strong>, so you won\u2019t have to leave your home to access top-of-the-line amenities. This neighborhood is well-connected by the 4 and 6 subway lines, which will take you uptown, downtown, and even to Brooklyn and the Bronx, to ensure you don\u2019t miss a single event.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Banish cabin fever by getting active outdoors<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19662\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19662\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-5-Boro-Bike-Tour.jpg\" alt=\"Image of cyclists in the 5 Boro Bike Tour in New York City.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-5-Boro-Bike-Tour.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-5-Boro-Bike-Tour-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-5-Boro-Bike-Tour-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-5-Boro-Bike-Tour-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19662\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Get a great workout in true NYC fashion during the 5 Boro Bike Tour in May! (Photo credit: Shinya Suzuki)<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Fitness<\/strong> enthusiasts will look forward to spring to get outdoors and stretch their legs after winter\u2019s long hibernation. The city hosts a couple of great events that welcome people of all fitness levels, including the <strong>9\/11 Memorial 5K Run\/Walk<\/strong> on April 28. Register beforehand to participate in the 5K, which offers great views of Battery Park, One World Trade Center and the <strong>Statue of Liberty<\/strong>. Registration fees go towards the 9\/11 Memorial and Museum.<\/p>\n<p>You can also register to participate in the annual <strong>5 Boro Bike Tour<\/strong> on May 5, a go-at-your-own-pace bike trek through all five boroughs of NYC. Get a fabulous tour of the city as major roadways are closed to vehicle traffic! Registration fees benefit NYC\u2019s free bike education programs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Step, slide, or swirl into spring with the Dance Parade<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19656\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19656\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19656\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Dance-Parade-dancers.jpg\" alt=\"Image of dancers in purple costumes dancing in the New York City Dance Parade.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Dance-Parade-dancers.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Dance-Parade-dancers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Dance-Parade-dancers-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Dance-Parade-dancers-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19656\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">See a colorful display of culture and dance during NYC\u2019s annual Dance Parade.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>In one of the city\u2019s largest displays of cultural diversity, the New York City <strong>Dance Parade<\/strong> returns on May 18. The parade grooves down <strong>Broadway<\/strong> with over 10,000 dancers representing over 80 styles of dance from all over the world, both modern and traditional! Line up to watch and enjoy the colorful costumes and multicultural pride that makes NYC great. For highlights from last year\u2019s parade, <a title=\"See our highlights from last year\u2019s Dance Parade!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ypTjjxG9vXE\">visit our YouTube channel<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"><strong>Ways to go \u201cgreen\u201d this spring in NYC<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19663\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19663\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-19663\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Union-Square-spring.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a street view of Union Square park in springtime.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Union-Square-spring.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Union-Square-spring-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Union-Square-spring-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-Union-Square-spring-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19663\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Union Square\u2019s blossoming trees are a perfect backdrop for their annual Earth Day block party. (Photo credit: Frej Berg)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Spring is a time of renewal and a time for giving back to the earth, so it couldn\u2019t be a better time to start living a more eco-friendly lifestyle! <a title=\"Explore our most bike-friendly apartments\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/04\/25\/5-nyc-apartments-bike-commuters\/\">New York City is a great city for biking<\/a> and using <strong>public transportation<\/strong>, which is an easy way to shrink your carbon footprint. Make your commute more fun with a visit to one of <a title=\"Discover 5 of the most unique subway stations in New York\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2016\/04\/04\/5-unique-subway-stations-new-york\/\">NYC\u2019s most unique subway stations<\/a>! New York is also at the forefront of cuisine, so try eating a fresh and eco-friendly meal at a vegan or farm-to-table restaurant.<\/p>\n<p>For more \u201cgreen\u201d living tips, you can participate in the free <strong>Earth Day<\/strong> block party at <a title=\"Take a tour of the lively Union Square\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2010\/05\/12\/video-tour-union-square-new-york-city\/\">Union Square Park<\/a> on April 23. Visit exhibitor booths to learn more about ecological living, see performances, play games, bring used goods to recycle, and try some eco-sourced snacks at food vendor stalls in the park! Union Square also celebrates spring with the <strong>Union Square Greenmarket<\/strong> <a title=\"New Yorkers have fully embraced farmer\u2019s markets\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2011\/04\/19\/country-city-new-york-farmers-markets\/\">farmer\u2019s market<\/a>, open every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday in the park. Stop by and shop for some locally-grown produce, flowers, preserves and more and support sustainable farming!<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_19657\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19657\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16310-Union-Square-furnished-rental.jpg\" alt=\"Image of bedroom in NY-16310 with queen-sized bed and potted plant.\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16310-Union-Square-furnished-rental.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/NYC-spring-events-attractions-apartments-NY-16310-Union-Square-furnished-rental-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-19657\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Welcome spring with the airy green style of this Union Square 1-bedroom apartment. (Rental ID: NY-16310)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This earthy <a title=\"This brightly-colored Union Square studio is ready to be rented this spring\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/furnished\/16310\">1-bedroom furnished apartment in Union Square<\/a> will open your eyes to spring! Large windows and glass doors from the bedroom to the living room let plenty of natural sunlight flood into the space, and potted plants keep things cool and eco-chic. Enjoy access to a full kitchen and <strong>dining table<\/strong> that will let you prepare and eat your favorite whole food finds from the local farmer\u2019s market. Finally, the subway is just 60 ft. from this apartment, so making the switch to public transportation couldn\u2019t be easier!<\/p>\n<p>Still wishing you were an official New Yorker? Use the change in the weather as an inspiration to shake off winter\u2019s chill and find your dream <strong>furnished apartment<\/strong> or <strong>vacation rental<\/strong> with the help of one of our agents. All you need to do to start is <a title=\"Ready to get in touch with an agent? Submit a request!\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/new-york-apartment\/request.php\">submit a request<\/a>, and you can be ready to move in time for spring and all these great events!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As New York City thaws from winter\u2019s chill and welcomes the arrival of spring, it comes alive with an array of springtime events, activities, and&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[16],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19647"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19647"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19647\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19669,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19647\/revisions\/19669"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19647"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19647"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19647"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}