by Justine Goodman - 81 Reviews - 104 List
Is there any more glorious time to be in New York than the month of May? The birds are chirping, the trees are blooming, and it's practically the only month where we don't have to contend with extreme heat or cold. Make the most of our short spring by hitting up some of the best events and attractions New York has to offer with our May to-do list. (Photo: Coney Island)
Updated: June 14, 2011
The Manhattan Cocktail Classic kicks off on May 13 with an opening night gala at the NYPL, featuring 25,000 cocktails, food and a bunch of other things that don't matter as much as the part about the 25,000 cocktails. The Classic runs through May 17, with cocktail-centric events taking place throughout the city, from whiskey tastings at the Astor Center to "Stories from Behind the Bar" at top spots like Death & Co, Pegu Club and Employees Only. (Gala tickets are $150; prices vary for other events.)
Coney Island and its many wonders and attraction are officially open for the 2011 season on weekends (and every day starting Memorial Day). Hit up the beach any day of the week--but beware, the water is still freezing.
Check out the new career-spanning Alexander McQueen exhibit at the Met, open now through July 31.
Looking for something to do on your lunch hour? Head to Bryant Park for free outdoor ping-pong, offered daily from 11am to 7pm, May 8 through September 30.
Spring baseball is in full-swing. Watch the Bronx Bombers battle it out with rival team the Boston Red Sox (May 13-15) or catch the subway series versus the Mets (May 20-22).
If you've never heard of Lykke Li, then you need to do some research ASAP. Experience her unique brand of electro-pop-rock live at Webster Hall on May 17 and 18 ($30).
Just when it seemed like this Brooklyn joint couldn't be any better, they've announced that they're now offering their scrumptious fried chicken in bucket form--that's right, fried chicken in a bucket is officially foodie-approved. Get 16 pieces for $35; add six biscuits and two large sides for $50; or get all that plus six drinks and a whole pie for $80. Spring never tasted so good.
