US Open
The US Open Tennis Championship returns to New York City from August 25 to September 7 with the largest purse of any Grand Slam in the world. Roger Federer will look to become the first player to win five straight US Open titles since American Bill Tilden won six straight from 1920-1925. With Justine Henin’s retirement, the women’s field is wide open. #1 ranked Ana Ivanovic will face tough competition from Maria Sharapova, the Williams sisters, and many other talented women. Learn
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New York Salsa Congress
The New York Salsa Congress - Dance & Music Festival is where the world comes to dance and everybody is welcome. The Salsa Congress is New York City's premier Latin Dance & Music event, held August 27 – 31. Learn
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New York Korean Film Festival
Enjoy the New York Korean Film Festival, the largest exhibition of Korean cinema in the United States, from August 22 through August 31 with screenings at Cinema Village in Union Square and BAMcinématek at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Learn
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NYC Restaurant Week 2008 Extended (Weekdays) Through Labor Day
Now through Labor Day, over 130 dining hot spots are giving encore
presentations of their Restaurant Week™ menus. Every weekday,
guests can enjoy three-course, prix-fixe lunches and dinners
at some of the best restaurants in the City. Learn
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NYC
& Company is NYC's Official Tourism Bureau NYC
& Company provides information and assistance with all services
and facilities relating to the tourism and convention industries.
You
Can Plan Your Trip on NYC MTA Transit The new MTA
Trip Planner lets you plan a trip on the New York City Transit system,
including both subways and buses. You can customize your trip based on
travel time, transfer options, and more.
You
Can Tour City Buildings Reservation tours of Gracie
Mansion, City Hall, and Tweed Courthouse are currently available.
Information on tours and volunteer opportunities can be found online
or by calling 311 (or 212-NEW-YORK if you are calling from outside New
York City).
