All aboard! From historic railroad museums to exciting train shows, get ready to experience all things trains in New York State. Walk through vintage subway cars at the New York Transit Museum, ride through Catskill Mountain views aboard the Delaware & Ulster Railroad, or spend the night in a restored vintage train caboose in Central New York. Don’t miss your stop! Check out this ultimate lineup of attractions and experiences for train lovers to visit across New York State.
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17 Things to Do this November in New York State
Oct 10, 2025 by I LOVE NY Staff
From delighting in wondrous festivals and parades to indulging in locally made goodies and getting a jump start on holiday shopping, November in New York is packed with events, thrills, and fun for all!…
Take a Wicked-Inspired Getaway in New York State
Oct 01, 2025 by Marta Zielinska
As Wicked: For Good heads to theaters on November 21, 2025, why not live out your own gravity-defying adventure in New York State?…
History of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Oct 01, 2025 by I LOVE NY Staff
Since 1924, the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade has been the official kick-off to the holiday season. Each year, more than 50 million TV viewers joined by 3.5 million people in New York City attend or tune in for this beloved event through Manhattan. The parade takes place along a 2.5-mile route from West 77th Street & Central Park West to Macy's Herald Square and features larger-than-life balloons, fabulous floats, celebrity performances, and the one and only Santa Claus. Great views can be found along Central Park West from West 77th to West 61st Streets, and along 6th Avenue from West 59th to West 38th Streets.
Scary and Not-So-Scary Halloween Things in NY
Sep 30, 2025 by Ross D. Levi
As autumn brings a chill to the air, haunted houses, hayrides, and attractions all across New York can send a chill down your spine. Here are the freaky, creepy, and the not-too-scary things you need to check out for Halloween. …
32 Things to Do in October in New York State
Sep 11, 2025 by I LOVE NY Staff
This October, New York State offers unforgettable experiences celebrating the magic spirit of autumn.
13 New York Towns that Go All Out for the Holidays
Aug 18, 2025 by Marta Zielinska and Rachel Dymond
New York State is full of charming towns that will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a Hallmark movie. Have a holly jolly time as you take an enchanting ride in a vintage train car on the Polar Express, explore Santa’s Workshop, travel back in time to celebrate Christmas the Dickens way, see the world’s largest menorah, commemorate Kwanzaa with song and dance, and more.
25 Things to Do this Fall in New York State
Aug 15, 2025 by I LOVE NY Staff
Can fall in New York get even more colorful? Besides the changing leaves, come experience epic outdoor adventures, family-friendly farms, historic sites, and so much more!…
Find Fall Family Fun at These 16 New York State Farms
Aug 11, 2025 by Emma Frisbie
No place does fall like New York State! What better way to get into the seasonal spirit than with a visit to one of the state’s beautiful farms? Whether you prefer to get lost in a corn maze, journey into an orchard to pick your own New York apples, or make friends with adorable farm animals, get in on classic farm fun for the whole fam.
If you haven't given much thought to state fairs since the days where you could slam down multiple chili cheese dogs and funnel cakes with zero remorse, we get it. But with the Great New York State Fair (August 20-September 1), it's as good a time as any for a gentle reminder of what you've been missing since then.