Things to do over the Martin Luther King Jr. Day long weekend in New York City (Updated 2026)

New York City, USA
NYC's World Cup Science and Sip® Experience: Viral Drunken Lab

Science and Sip® is an intimate, immersive experience, where guests transform into scientists, conduct thrilling experiments, and compete in exciting games in a party environment …More

Science and Sip® is an intimate, immersive experience, where guests transform into scientists, conduct thrilling experiments, and compete in exciting games in a party environment...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$66
Central Park Private Pedicab Tour

Our tour starts at an easily accessible pickup spot. The tour begins with the warm welcome from our team. As the tour enters the park, …More

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Our tour starts at an easily accessible pickup spot. The tour begins with the warm welcome from our team. As the tour enters the park,...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$50
Act and Sip, A 90 Minute Acting Class with Drinks in NYC

Step onto the stage of an Off-Broadway theater and let your inner star shine during Act & Sip, a unique 90-minute acting class where you …More

Step onto the stage of an Off-Broadway theater and let your inner star shine during Act & Sip, a unique 90-minute acting class where you...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$35
Chef-Led Brooklyn Street-Food Tour in Williamsburg & Greenpoint

This is the real Brooklyn food tour for food lovers, led by a local chef who actually lives and eats here. Discover curated neighborhood spots …More

This is the real Brooklyn food tour for food lovers, led by a local chef who actually lives and eats here. Discover curated neighborhood spots...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$98
Harlem Historic Sites Guided Van Tour

Discover the vibrant heart of Harlem on a 90-minute immersive van tour that highlights over 20 historic and cultural landmarks. Visit iconic sites such as …More

Discover the vibrant heart of Harlem on a 90-minute immersive van tour that highlights over 20 historic and cultural landmarks. Visit iconic sites such as...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$55
New York City Holiday Lights Tour

Embark on a magical evening with our NYC Holiday Lights Tour, showcasing the city’s festive best from Times Square to Rockefeller Center! Experience dazzling light …More

Embark on a magical evening with our NYC Holiday Lights Tour, showcasing the city’s festive best from Times Square to Rockefeller Center! Experience dazzling light...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$89
Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

Experience a fully guided tour of two of the nation’ capitals: Washington D.C. (current) and Philadelphia, PA (first ever) in one day! Visit and learn …More

Experience a fully guided tour of two of the nation’ capitals: Washington D.C. (current) and Philadelphia, PA (first ever) in one day! Visit and learn...

15 hours Free Cancellation
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$104
New York Sunset Schooner Cruise on the Hudson River

Experience a New York City sunset from the water on this evening sightseeing sail past many famous waterside landmarks. Step aboard the 80-foot, 2-masted sailboat known …More

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Experience a New York City sunset from the water on this evening sightseeing sail past many famous waterside landmarks. Step aboard the 80-foot, 2-masted sailboat known...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
NYC Greenwich Village Italian Food Walking Tour

TUESDAY TO SATURDAY TOURS meet at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 153 Sullivan St. , SoHo, Manhattan SUNDAY TOURS meet at FAICCOS 260 Bleecker St., …More

TUESDAY TO SATURDAY TOURS meet at St. Anthony of Padua Church, 153 Sullivan St. , SoHo, Manhattan SUNDAY TOURS meet at FAICCOS 260 Bleecker St.,...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$89
Superheroes in New York Walking Tour

Calling all True Believers! Dive into the incredible world of superheroes on a tour that could only exist in New York City—the real-life inspiration for …More

Calling all True Believers! Dive into the incredible world of superheroes on a tour that could only exist in New York City—the real-life inspiration for...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$39
Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

Experience the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with ExperienceFirst, guided by a local expert. Our private 2hr Express tour, or Full 4hr tour, offers …More

Experience the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with ExperienceFirst, guided by a local expert. Our private 2hr Express tour, or Full 4hr tour, offers...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
New York City Private Night Tour with Driver-Guide

THIS IS A SOCIALLY DISTANCED TOUR. Enjoy a private New York night tour, seeing and photographing beautifully lit sights around the city and taking in …More

THIS IS A SOCIALLY DISTANCED TOUR. Enjoy a private New York night tour, seeing and photographing beautifully lit sights around the city and taking in...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$399
New York City Mafia and Local Food Tour led by NYPD Guides

Begins either 4:30PM or 5:15PM. Why us? We LIVED this firsthand. Born & raised in Little Italy - or cops who worked the streets here …More

Begins either 4:30PM or 5:15PM. Why us? We LIVED this firsthand. Born & raised in Little Italy - or cops who worked the streets here...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$129
NYC Private Broadway and Times Square Insider Tour

Top-rated Broadway experience with over 500 5-star reviews! Hear the stories of the legends who’ve played on these stages: Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, …More

Top-rated Broadway experience with over 500 5-star reviews! Hear the stories of the legends who’ve played on these stages: Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart,...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
New York: Empire State Building & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

See New York City from every angle with this flexible sightseeing combo. Enjoy 48 hours of unlimited hop-on, hop-off access across Midtown, Downtown, and Uptown, …More

See New York City from every angle with this flexible sightseeing combo. Enjoy 48 hours of unlimited hop-on, hop-off access across Midtown, Downtown, and Uptown,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$105
Harlem Gospel Multimedia Walking Tour

On this tour you will visit one of Harlem’s most historic churches consisting of outstanding soul stirring gospel music and the power of prayer. After the …More

On this tour you will visit one of Harlem’s most historic churches consisting of outstanding soul stirring gospel music and the power of prayer. After the...

3 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$42
Stand Up Comedy LIVE in Times Square At Broadway Comedy Club

Broadway Comedy Club presents a lineup full of our Top Headliners. These are the best comedians from New York City with special guests from all …More

Broadway Comedy Club presents a lineup full of our Top Headliners. These are the best comedians from New York City with special guests from all...

1 hour 30 minutes
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$25
How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour

Discover the financial and political roots of Wall Street, from the Native American origins of early trading in the Americas to the influences of European …More

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Discover the financial and political roots of Wall Street, from the Native American origins of early trading in the Americas to the influences of European...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$39
The Speakeasy Adventure: A Tipsy Trip Through History

A little history. A little scandal. A few fabulous drinks! Welcome to NYC's Speakeasy Adventure! Escape the Times Square madness and slip into Midtown Manhattan's …More

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A little history. A little scandal. A few fabulous drinks! Welcome to NYC's Speakeasy Adventure! Escape the Times Square madness and slip into Midtown Manhattan's...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$40
Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront

NEW: For a special treat, book my new Sunset tour offered at 6 pm on Saturday, and watch the sun set and Manhattan skyline come …More

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NEW: For a special treat, book my new Sunset tour offered at 6 pm on Saturday, and watch the sun set and Manhattan skyline come...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
Foods of NY Tours Chelsea Market Food Tour & High Line Park

THE ULTIMATE FOOD PARADISE: Become a Chelsea Market Insider serving up 8 separate tastings! Embark on an enticing food tour with Food Of NY Tours, …More

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THE ULTIMATE FOOD PARADISE: Become a Chelsea Market Insider serving up 8 separate tastings! Embark on an enticing food tour with Food Of NY Tours,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$99
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