NYC Spring Staycations, Cherry Blossoms and a 24-Hour Dance Party

About this episode

The episode discusses spring activities in NYC, including staycation options and cultural events.

Spring is here, and there's plenty to do without leaving the city. Arts & Culture Editor Matthew Schnipper chats with us about staycation alternatives to pricey travel destinations, the New Directors/New Films Festival at MoMA and Lincoln Center, and what it's like to show up to a 24-hour Brooklyn techno party in corduroys at 8am. -Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org

People in this episode

Guest: Matthew Schnipper

Topics covered

• staycation
• spring activities
• New Directors/New Films Festival
• techno party
• arts and culture

Keywords

• staycation
• cherry blossoms
• dance party
• Brooklyn
• MoMA
• Lincoln Center
• techno

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: MoMA, Lincoln Center

Places: Brooklyn

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