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SPARK NYC Event Picks: Restaurant Week, Broadway Deals & More | Jan. 29–Feb. 3, 2026
Discover the best NYC events Jan. 29–Feb. 1, 2026, including Restaurant Week, 2-for-1 Broadway deals, live music, comedy, art shows, talks and winter culture across New York City.
Must-See Week NYC
Through Feb. 12
Various venues and ticket prices across NYC
nyctourism.com
Must-See Week NYC runs through Feb. 12, offering 2-for-1 tickets to nearly 80 of the city’s top museums, tours, cultural attractions and performing arts venues. From jazz performances and tours of Carnegie Hall and Yankee Stadium to skating at the Rink at Rockefeller Center, there’s no shortage of ways to explore the city. Pay for one ticket, get two admitted. Check nyctourism.com for the full list of participating venues.
Dining Deals
NYC Restaurant Week – Winter Edition
Jan. 20–Feb. 12
Two-course lunches and three-course dinners for $30, $45 and $60
nyctourism.com/nyc-winter-outing
Hundreds of restaurants across the city are participating, making this one of the best dining deals of the season. Pair Restaurant Week with 2-for-1 Broadway and Must-See NYC offers for a true New York City home run.
Music & Performance
Wild Pink
Fri., Jan. 30 | 7:30–9 p.m. | Free
David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center, 1887 Broadway
lincolncenter.org
Catch critically acclaimed indie rock group Wild Pink, led by songwriter John Ross, known for introspective lyrics and bold storytelling. Part of the Lincoln Center Atrium Songwriter/Storyteller series.
Ari Shapiro: Thank You for Listening
Sat., Jan. 31 | 7 p.m.
City Winery Main Stage, 25 11th Ave., NYC
citywinery.com
One of America’s most recognizable storytellers—who also happens to have sung at the Hollywood Bowl—makes his cabaret debut. Shapiro shares stories adapted from his best-selling memoir, The Best Strangers in the World.
Isaac Mizrahi: 10th Anniversary at Café Carlyle
Feb. 3–21 | 8:45 p.m. | $170–$220 per person
Café Carlyle, Rosewood Hotel, 76th Street & Madison Avenue
rosewoodhotels.com | 212-744-1600
Isaac Mizrahi dazzles with what’s often described as “cultural whiplash,” blending sharp wit with unexpected musical arrangements—from Cole Porter to Laura Nyro, plus originals. His all-new show, A.I. Artificial Isaac, celebrates a decade at Café Carlyle, accompanied by a stellar six-piece band.
Books & Talks
Al Roker: Weather Hunters Board Game
Sun., Feb. 1 | Noon | Free
Barnes & Noble, West 82nd Street & Broadway
barnesandnoble.com
America’s favorite TODAY weatherman introduces Weather Hunters, a new board game where young explorers learn about weather patterns and navigate storms. Expect a live game demo, photo op—and maybe even a forecast.
Susan Lucci in Conversation With Joan Lunden: La Lucci
Tue., Feb. 3 | 3 p.m. | Starting at $25; streaming available
92nd Street Y, Lexington Avenue, NYC Info: 92ny.org
An intimate afternoon with Emmy Award–winning actress, television icon and author Susan Lucci, in conversation with Joan Lunden. Lucci discusses her new memoir, La Lucci, reflecting on a life shaped by love, reinvention and resilience in the face of profound loss and grief.
See our SPARK feature on Susan Lucci.
Comedy
New York Queer Comedy Festival
Thurs., Jan. 29–Feb. 19 | 8–9:30 p.m. | $25 plus fees
Various venues across NYC
queercomedyfestival.com
Held annually in New York City, the festival showcases seasoned LGBTQ+ comedians and rising stars, while creating space for the queer comedy community to connect and celebrate.
Theater
2-for-1 Broadway Week
Jan. 20–Feb. 12
nyctourism.com
Broadway’s best ticket deal returns with 2-for-1 tickets on select performances. Pair it with Restaurant Week for a full night out.
See our SPARK guide to participating Broadway shows.
Art & Antiques
The Winter Show at Park Avenue Armory
Fri., Jan. 23–Sun., Feb. 1
Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Ave., NYC
thewintershow.org
Public Hours: Opens noon daily (closing times vary)
Young Collectors Night: Thurs., Jan. 29 | 6–9 p.m.
Connoisseurs Night: Fri., Jan. 30 | 5:30–8 p.m.
The longest-running U.S. fair devoted to art, antiques and design, The Winter Show is the place to see and be seen. Known for its rigorous vetting, it also unofficially launches New York’s cultural social season. Ticket proceeds benefit East Side House Settlement, supporting more than 15,000 New Yorkers annually. Student tickets are $25 with ID.
Outdoors
City Girls Who Walk
Sundays | Noon | Free
Central Park West & 72nd Street
Instagram: @citygirlswhowalk
Every Sunday, hundreds of women of all ages—most arriving solo—gather for a group walk through Central Park. Check Instagram Stories the day before for the exact meetup spot. No signup required, dogs on leash welcome. Fresh air, movement and community, all for free.
