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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Feb
4
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans: Hot Chocolate Rides are back for their third year running! We're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes to host three weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

After several rainouts in December, new dates are Sundays, January 7, 14 & 21, from 10 a.m.-noon.
Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

No bike? No worry.
 Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Jan
21
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans: Hot Chocolate Rides are back for their third year running! We're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes to host three weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

After several rainouts in December, new dates are Sundays, January 7, 14 & 21, from 10 a.m.-noon.
Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

No bike? No worry.
 Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Jan
14
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans: Hot Chocolate Rides are back for their third year running! We're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes to host three weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

After several rainouts in December, new dates are Sundays, January 7, 14 & 21, from 10 a.m.-noon.
Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

No bike? No worry.
 Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Dec
17
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans: Hot Chocolate Rides are back for their third year running! We're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes to host three weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

Dates are Sundays, December 3, 10 and 17, from 10 a.m.-noon.
Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

No bike? No worry.
 Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

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HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA
Dec
16
3:00 PM15:00

HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA

Get ready for holiday shopping! We're just a week away from the return of the Harlem Night Market at La Marqueta for the first three weekends in December.

There'll be food, music, culture and plenty of makers on Saturdays, December 2, 9 and 16 from 4-8 p.m. at the historic La Marqueta. More than 50 vendors per night will pack La Placita, La Marqueta and Urban Garden Center with tons to explore, plus a trolley running on loop so you can visit all parts of the market: 



URBAN GARDEN CENTER'S WINTER WONDERLAND
Families are encouraged to come early (3-5 p.m.) to the Winter Wonderland at Urban Garden Center (111th) that will feature craft workshops, holiday vendors, Santa and free hot chocolate.

GRANDSCALE ART MARKET & LA MARQUETA:
For the first time ever, there'll be a Grandscale Art Market (115th Street),
where you can shop for canvases, merch and more from the artists of the Grandscale Mural Project. Plus take advantage of free gift wrapping and meet the year-round vendors inside La Marqueta's indoor market (115th Street).

LA PLACITA:
As the party ramps up for the evening, turntable legends Tedsmooth The Remix King and DJ Stormin Norman will be orchestrating the sounds along with special guests Uptown Vinyl Supreme inside La Placita (116th Street). Check out the plazas for savory food, sweets and makers -- plus of course the 360-degree photo booth and dance floor!

Bring your appetite, wallet and dancing shoes and be ready to have a great time supporting local small businesses and makers. Harlem, Let’s Go!!!! Get your free tix here.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Dec
10
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans: Hot Chocolate Rides are back for their third year running! We're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes to host three weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

Dates are Sundays, December 3, 10 and 17, from 10 a.m.-noon.
Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

No bike? No worry.
 Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

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HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA
Dec
9
3:00 PM15:00

HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA

Get ready for holiday shopping! We're just a week away from the return of the Harlem Night Market at La Marqueta for the first three weekends in December.

There'll be food, music, culture and plenty of makers on Saturdays, December 2, 9 and 16 from 4-8 p.m. at the historic La Marqueta. More than 50 vendors per night will pack La Placita, La Marqueta and Urban Garden Center with tons to explore, plus a trolley running on loop so you can visit all parts of the market: 



URBAN GARDEN CENTER'S WINTER WONDERLAND
Families are encouraged to come early (3-5 p.m.) to the Winter Wonderland at Urban Garden Center (111th) that will feature craft workshops, holiday vendors, Santa and free hot chocolate.

GRANDSCALE ART MARKET & LA MARQUETA:
For the first time ever, there'll be a Grandscale Art Market (115th Street),
where you can shop for canvases, merch and more from the artists of the Grandscale Mural Project. Plus take advantage of free gift wrapping and meet the year-round vendors inside La Marqueta's indoor market (115th Street).

LA PLACITA:
As the party ramps up for the evening, turntable legends Tedsmooth The Remix King and DJ Stormin Norman will be orchestrating the sounds along with special guests Uptown Vinyl Supreme inside La Placita (116th Street). Check out the plazas for savory food, sweets and makers -- plus of course the 360-degree photo booth and dance floor!

Bring your appetite, wallet and dancing shoes and be ready to have a great time supporting local small businesses and makers. Harlem, Let’s Go!!!! Get your free tix here.

View Event →
HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Dec
3
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans: Hot Chocolate Rides are back for their third year running! We're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes to host three weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

Dates are Sundays, December 3, 10 and 17, from 10 a.m.-noon.
Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

No bike? No worry.
 Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

View Event →
HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA
Dec
2
3:00 PM15:00

HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA

Get ready for holiday shopping! We're just a week away from the return of the Harlem Night Market at La Marqueta for the first three weekends in December.

There'll be food, music, culture and plenty of makers on Saturdays, December 2, 9 and 16 from 4-8 p.m. at the historic La Marqueta. More than 50 vendors per night will pack La Placita, La Marqueta and Urban Garden Center with tons to explore, plus a trolley running on loop so you can visit all parts of the market: 



URBAN GARDEN CENTER'S WINTER WONDERLAND
Families are encouraged to come early (3-5 p.m.) to the Winter Wonderland at Urban Garden Center (111th) that will feature craft workshops, holiday vendors, Santa and free hot chocolate.

GRANDSCALE ART MARKET & LA MARQUETA:
For the first time ever, there'll be a Grandscale Art Market (115th Street),
where you can shop for canvases, merch and more from the artists of the Grandscale Mural Project. Plus take advantage of free gift wrapping and meet the year-round vendors inside La Marqueta's indoor market (115th Street).

LA PLACITA:
As the party ramps up for the evening, turntable legends Tedsmooth The Remix King and DJ Stormin Norman will be orchestrating the sounds along with special guests Uptown Vinyl Supreme inside La Placita (116th Street). Check out the plazas for savory food, sweets and makers -- plus of course the 360-degree photo booth and dance floor!

Bring your appetite, wallet and dancing shoes and be ready to have a great time supporting local small businesses and makers. Harlem, Let’s Go!!!! Get your free tix here.

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HORCHATA RIDES
Oct
29
11:00 AM11:00

HORCHATA RIDES

¡Celebrate Día de Muertos! After hosting several series of sold-out Hot Chocolate Rides and Mocktail Rides in past seasons, we're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for three bike tours to explore some of our favorite local Mexican businesses, just in time for the Day of the Dead.

From pan de muertos to sugar skulls (calaveras), papel picado to marigolds (cempasúchil), we'll visit the ofrendas (altars) at neighborhood storefonts to hear the stories of local business owners and their families, and experience everything special about the holiday. The tour on October 28 will finish at El Museo del Barrio's Day of the Dead celebration at La Marqueta.


No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes & helmets thanks to support from Citi Bike.

Register here. Are tickets sold out for the date you desire? Email info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the waitlist.

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BEAUTY CRAWLS
Sep
7
6:00 PM18:00

BEAUTY CRAWLS

The fabulousness of Harlem Fashion Week is almost here! With runway shows and special events set for the second weekend in September.

To get you pampered and polished in advance, we're teaming up with local self-care businesses to host a series of Beauty Crawls to give you an insider's look at some of Harlem's best spas, salons and barber shops.

Each crawl will take place on a Thursday evening leading up to Harlem Fashion Week weekend. In addition to demos, there'll also be wine, discounts and samples. 

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harlem-fashion-week-beauty-crawls-insider-tours-of-harlems-best-salons-tickets-699668666817

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BEAUTY CRAWLS
Aug
31
6:00 PM18:00

BEAUTY CRAWLS

The fabulousness of Harlem Fashion Week is almost here! With runway shows and special events set for the second weekend in September.

To get you pampered and polished in advance, we're teaming up with local self-care businesses to host a series of Beauty Crawls to give you an insider's look at some of Harlem's best spas, salons and barber shops.

Each crawl will take place on a Thursday evening leading up to Harlem Fashion Week weekend. In addition to demos, there'll also be wine, discounts and samples. 

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harlem-fashion-week-beauty-crawls-insider-tours-of-harlems-best-salons-tickets-699668666817

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BEAUTY CRAWLS
Aug
24
6:00 PM18:00

BEAUTY CRAWLS

The fabulousness of Harlem Fashion Week is almost here! With runway shows and special events set for the second weekend in September.

To get you pampered and polished in advance, we're teaming up with local self-care businesses to host a series of Beauty Crawls to give you an insider's look at some of Harlem's best spas, salons and barber shops.

Each crawl will take place on a Thursday evening leading up to Harlem Fashion Week weekend. In addition to demos, there'll also be wine, discounts and samples. 

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harlem-fashion-week-beauty-crawls-insider-tours-of-harlems-best-salons-tickets-699668666817

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MOCKTAIL RIDES
Jun
10
4:00 PM16:00

MOCKTAIL RIDES

We’re teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for three weekends of sunset bike tours that will have you sipping the best zero-proof drinks across the neighborhood.

From creative mocktails to the newest non-alcoholic beers and wines, we'll visit small businesses across East, Central and West Harlem to hear from bartenders and business owners about the newest offerings on their menus.

The series kicks off with a ride featuring The Good Good, The Guthrie Inn, Earl's Beer & Cheese, Chu Ros Thai & Vinyl Beer.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mocktail-rides-tickets-620825444617. (Rain date just in case: June 10.)

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MOCKTAIL RIDES
May
13
4:00 PM16:00

MOCKTAIL RIDES

We’re teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for three weekends of sunset bike tours that will have you sipping the best zero-proof drinks across the neighborhood.

From creative mocktails to the newest non-alcoholic beers and wines, we'll visit small businesses across East, Central and West Harlem to hear from bartenders and business owners about the newest offerings on their menus.

The series kicks off with a ride featuring The Good Good, The Guthrie Inn, Earl's Beer & Cheese, Chu Ros Thai & Vinyl Beer.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mocktail-rides-tickets-620825444617. (Rain date just in case: June 10.)

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MOCKTAIL RIDES
May
6
4:00 PM16:00

MOCKTAIL RIDES

We’re teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for three weekends of sunset bike tours that will have you sipping the best zero-proof drinks across the neighborhood.

From creative mocktails to the newest non-alcoholic beers and wines, we'll visit small businesses across East, Central and West Harlem to hear from bartenders and business owners about the newest offerings on their menus.

The series kicks off with a ride featuring The Good Good, The Guthrie Inn, Earl's Beer & Cheese, Chu Ros Thai & Vinyl Beer.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mocktail-rides-tickets-620825444617.

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MOCKTAIL RIDES
Apr
29
4:00 PM16:00

MOCKTAIL RIDES

We’re teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for three weekends of sunset bike tours that will have you sipping the best zero-proof drinks across the neighborhood.

From creative mocktails to the newest non-alcoholic beers and wines, we'll visit small businesses across East, Central and West Harlem to hear from bartenders and business owners about the newest offerings on their menus.

The series kicks off with a ride featuring The Good Good, The Guthrie Inn, Earl's Beer & Cheese, Chu Ros Thai & Vinyl Beer.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both helmets and bikes thanks to support from Citi Bike.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mocktail-rides-tickets-620825444617. (Rain date just in case: June 10.)

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TATAS & TULIPS
Mar
25
9:00 AM09:00

TATAS & TULIPS

Grab the girlfriends! Before Women's Month is out, celebrate the ladies you love with a day of heathcare and self-care at the Open Street at La Marqueta.

On Saturday, March 25, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Project Renewal will roll in with its mammogram van to provide free screenings all day. NYC Public Markets and Urban Garden Center will fill the sidewalks with tulips, for free pick-your-own bouquets to take home.

Grab your women friends and make a day of it! Plan a brunch or lunch date at Marqueta vendors Amuse Bouche, Cocotazo or Lizzy's Treats.

Register ahead for the mammogram sessions here. Questions? We're at info@uptowngrandcentral.org.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Jan
8
11:00 AM11:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans! After hosting a sold-out series last winter season, we're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for four weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

The series kicks off on the weekend of Small Business Saturday, and runs through December.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets.

Get your tix here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-chocolate-rides-tickets-469150711407.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Dec
18
11:00 AM11:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans! After hosting a sold-out series last winter season, we're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for four weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

The series kicks off on the weekend of Small Business Saturday, and runs through December.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets.

Get your tix here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-chocolate-rides-tickets-469150711407.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Dec
11
11:00 AM11:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans! After hosting a sold-out series last winter season, we're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for four weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

The series kicks off on the weekend of Small Business Saturday, and runs through December.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets.

Get your tix here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-chocolate-rides-tickets-469150711407.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Dec
4
11:00 AM11:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans! After hosting a sold-out series last winter season, we're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for four weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

The series kicks off on the weekend of Small Business Saturday, and runs through December.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets.

Get your tix here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-chocolate-rides-tickets-469150711407.

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HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES
Nov
27
11:00 AM11:00

HOT CHOCOLATE RIDES

Calling all chocolate fans! After hosting a sold-out series last winter season, we're teaming up again with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for four weekends of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will share tips for riding during winter weather, all while rolling to some of our favorite neighborhood coffee shops. You'll brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

The series kicks off on the weekend of Small Business Saturday, and runs through December.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets.

Get your tix here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-chocolate-rides-tickets-469150711407.

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HOT CHOCOLATE BIKE RIDE
Feb
19
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE BIKE RIDE

We're teaming up with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for a series of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot chocolate and hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will also share tips for riding during winter weather, so you can brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets from Heavy Metal Bike Shop.

Email us at info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the ride list.

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NYC Restaurant Week Ends
Feb
13
12:00 AM00:00

NYC Restaurant Week Ends

NYC Restaurant Week returns this winter, with some 400 top-tier restaurants and neighborhood faves to explore.

In Harlem and the South Bronx, there's more than 20 eateries participating. And you've got nearly a month to explore them all! Click the link to explore the menu offerings.

Lunch and dinner are priced at $29 and $39, respectively. Plus visit NYC & Co. find out how to get extra savings with your MasterCard.

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HOT CHOCOLATE BIKE RIDES
Feb
12
10:00 AM10:00

HOT CHOCOLATE BIKE RIDES

We're teaming up with our friends at El Barrio Bikes for a series of bike tours that will have you sipping some of the best hot chocolate and hot drinks across Harlem.

Ride leaders will also share tips for riding during winter weather, so you can brush up on how to gear up and be seen, keep the right tire pressure, and what to do if there's muck or ice.

No bike? No worry. Let us know in advance and we can provide both bikes and helmets from Heavy Metal Bike Shop.

Email us at info@uptowngrandcentral.org to be added to the ride list.

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NYC Restaurant Week Begins
Jan
18
12:00 AM00:00

NYC Restaurant Week Begins

NYC Restaurant Week returns this winter, with some 400 top-tier restaurants and neighborhood faves to explore.

In Harlem and the South Bronx, there's more than 20 eateries participating. And you've got nearly a month to explore them all! Click the link to explore the menu offerings.

Lunch and dinner are priced at $29 and $39, respectively. Plus visit NYC & Co. find out how to get extra savings with your MasterCard.

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HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA
Dec
19
8:00 PM20:00

HARLEM NIGHT MARKET AT LA MARQUETA

From tamales to coquito, sorrel to sweet potato pie: The Harlem Night Market at La Marqueta is back for the 2021 holiday season, to celebrate the diversity of cultures that make up Harlem.

Launched to great success two years ago, the market was suspended due to the pandemic, but is back in action this December and tripled in size.

This year’s Harlem Night Market will take place on the last shopping weekend before Christmas and will fill three lots of La Marqueta with foods and artisanal gifts. D.J.s Ted Smooth and Stormin' Norman will anchor the turntables, plus parrandas and a gospel choir. Plus they're be a family space inside Urban Garden Center with children's activities by El Museo.

Get your FREE tickets on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/harlem-night-market-tickets-220442849497

Proof of vaccination and ID are required to enter. Face coverings must be worn at all times, except when eating.

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