Things to do Around NYC in March: A Girl Dinner Guide, Women in Horror Panel & More During Women's History Month

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From a rare celestial spectacle to complimentary access to one of the world’s most significant art showcases, March in New York City is anything but ordinary. Whether you're on the hunt for the best Vermouth Day hotspots to grab cocktails with your besties or live music, consider this guide to happenings across NYC this March. Things to do around nyc in march.

Catch the Blood Moon Over New York City on March 3rd

In the early hours on March 3rd, New Yorkers will be able to witness a striking total lunar eclipse known as a blood moon. As the full moon moves into Earth’s shadow, it shifts from its familiar silvery glow to a rich, coppery red hue. It’s a rare spectacle that won't return for nearly three years.

Explore The Whitney Biennial for Free Through March

For the first time ever art lovers under 25 can treat themselves to the renowned Whitney Biennial 2026 for free. The epic contemporary American art oasis will open its doors at no cost and allow visitors to peruse work from more than 50 artists. Time slots are still required and more information can be found HERE. Things to do around nyc in march.

The American Museum of Natural History Reveals Epic Makeover

After a long absence, American Museum of Natural History has finally reopened one of its most beloved interactive, hands-on exhibits for families, much to the delight of New Yorkers. The return comes on the heels of other exciting revivals and additions at the museum, including the fan-favorite sleepovers, which are back after a five-year hiatus, and the unveiling of Impact a brand-new exhibition exploring the world’s most famous extinction event. With these dynamic offerings, AMNH continues to prove it remains as relevant as ever and firmly holds its place as one of NYC’s must-visit cultural institutions.

The Porch on Windy Hill Extends at Urban Stages Through March 8th

Following a sold-out run and an overwhelming audience response, Urban Stages, led by Founding Artistic Director Frances Hill and Associate Artistic Director Antoinette Mullins, has announced a limited encore extension of The Porch on Windy Hill. Originally scheduled to close on February 22nd, the production will now continue through March 8th, due to popular demand and strong critical acclaim. Conceived and directed by Sherry Stregack Lutken, the play is set against the rolling landscape of the Blue Ridge Mountains and infused with timeless American folk music. The Porch On Windy Hill tells a tender, funny, and deeply musical story of family, belonging, intolerance, and the hope of redemption. For tickets & info visit www.urbanstages.org

Carnegie Hall Presents American Composers Orchestra on March 11th

The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) is one of today’s most prolific and passionately committed presenters of new American music. As part of Carnegie Hall’s United in Sound: America at 250Festival, ACO and soloists perform five incisive premieres by distinctive and distinguished composers Joseph C. Phillips Jr., Suzanne Kite, Shelley Washington, Jessie Montgomery, and Brittany J. Green. As described by the ensemble, these open letters to America “reflect narratives around the summer homes of turn-of-the-century Black folk, dreams, unspoken emotions, rituals of celebration, and the connection between the historic and current patriotism of Black American women.” Find more information and tickets HERE.

Girl Dinner or Enjoy Girl's Night Out in NYC During Women’s History Month

Skirt Steak, the popular chef-driven prix fixe steak frites restaurant from Chef Laurent Tourondel returns with its signature meal: American wagyu skirt steak, peppercorn-béarnaise, field greens, and unlimited hand-cut fries for $48. Also returning is the beloved dessert trolley featuring six house-made pies and cakes.

Carmines has put together a playful, very New York spin on the viral “Girl Dinner” trend at their Upper West Side (2450 Broadway) and Times Square (200 W 44th St.) locations, and it’s been extended a few weeks due to popularity. Available at the bar and high-tops, The Original Girl Dinner is priced at $28.95 per person and includes: Caesar Salad; Fried Zucchini; and the guest's choice of a Dirty Martini or Carmine’s Espresso Martini, with an optional Penne Vodka add-on ($9.95) for those who want to go all in #GirlDinnerSZN.

Amali, located at 115 E. 60th St., offers up a can't-miss Aperitivo Hour from 5 PM to 7 PM on weekdays. Guests at the bar can sip on $10 cocktails along with a selection of Aperitivi, including a classic Aperol Spritz served with, a Sbagliato, Americano, a Cynar Spritz with Cynar aperitif, prosecco, and orange or their unique Persimmon Spritz, made with rhubarb and hibiscus infused aperitif. For Negroni enthusiasts, Amali offers the Classico, Bianco, and Mezcal variations.

Indulge during Salsa on the Rooftop at Elsie Rooftop at 1412 Broadway, where you can feast under the stars with a live band playing the hottest Latin tunes. Grab your favorite girlies and make it a night to remember with the ultimate girls’ night out experience. Their Dinner for Two option includes a shared appetizer like Tuna Tartare or an Endive & Beet Salad to kick things off, then a choice of indulgent mains like Filet Mignon with truffle sauce and toasted fingerling potatoes, Seared Cod with garlic and shallot string beans, or a savory Cauliflower Steak with pine nuts and marinara. End on a sweet note with Crème Brûlée or Molten Lava Chocolate Cake before turning up the fun with a salsa class from 9 PM to 10 PM and a live band into the evening.

Lulla brings a fresh twist to classic Italian flavors at 113 W. 24th St., drawing inspiration from NYC’s rich cultural tapestry. It’s a space where guests can enjoy a variety of menus from breakfast and brunch to inviting dinners. A key highlight is Lulla’s Aperitivo Hour served from 3 PM to 7 PM daily, where expertly crafted $12 cocktails are paired with delicious small plates, offering a perfect snapshot of their vibrant culinary approach. Aperitivo Bites are served up for $26, and are perfect for 2 people to snack on while catching up in this stunning restaurant. The Apertivo Bites menu includes options like House Focaccia with rosemary, Marinated Olives, Spiced Nuts, Panzanella and more.

The Museum of Jewish Heritage Presents 3 Performances Highlighting Jewish Storytelling on 3/15, 3/19 and 3/25

The Museum of Jewish Heritage in Lower Manhattan will host a series in Edmond J. Safra Hall including Dedication, a solo performance on healing second-generation survivor wounds by Roger Peltzman on Sunday, March 15th; Tevye’s Daughters, a new opera inspired by Sholem Aleichem’s resilient female characters who were not included in Fiddler on the Roof, presented in concert on Thursday, March 19th; and staged readings of All in the Telling, a novel tracing Saul Rubinek’s accidental effort to tell his survivor parents’ Holocaust stories, on Wednesday, March 25th. Tickets and additional details for all March performances are available at www.mjhnyc.org/events.

National Vermouth Day 3/21: Where to Drink & Pair Vermouth Around the City

Bar Americano at 180 Franklin St. offers a robust Vermouth menu in Greenpoint with options from Spain, France and Italy. Some staff picks include the Casa Mariol Vermouth Negre with notes of black cherry walnuts, a citrus, spice, and roasted apple and the Comoz Vermouth Blanc de Chambéry* with stone fruit and Alpine Flowers. Reservations can be made HERE.

Head to Park Rose at 444 Park Ave. South to indulge in tableside Vermouth Service celebrating the depth and versatility of this iconic aperitif. Those who lock in a reservation on March 21st will score a complimentary pour of Park Rose’s house-made vermouth. Opt for the full vermouth cart experience featuring a variety from floral rosato to rich, spiced rosso, bright bianco, and crisp, smoky-citrus charred grapefruit, each available as a spritz with bubbles and seasonal fruit or elevated into classics like the Negroni and Manhattan. Reservations can be made HERE.

Bar Oliver NYC is a seedy Spanish bar at 1 Oliver St. serving up lunch and dinner. Their cocktail menu features options like the Sidewalk Slammer with draft Vermouth and Lager Head along with a list of Vermouths like Timbal on Draft, Atxa Blanco on Draft, Navazos-Palazzi Vermut Rojo, Barbadillo Atamàn Vermut, MUZ, Tximista Blanco, BCN Vermut Ambre, and Mazzura. Popular starters include the Cheese Plate with Idiazabel, Manchego and Brillat-savarin, Pan Con Tomate, Croquetas filled with Chicken or Jamón, and mains like Dry Aged Ribeye with Piquillo Peppers and Montauk Red Shrimp with carrot relish. Reservations can be made HERE.

Bronx Music Hall Screens Zombie Film from Tina Romero Followed by Women in Horror Panel on March 21st

Bronx Music Hall presents Bronx Rising!: Women in Horror, an evening celebrating Women’s History Month with a free panel on March 21st from 7 PM to 8 PM followed by a special film screening from 8 PM to 10 PM. The Women in Horror panel will explore the genre’s most iconic scream queens, final girls, and formidable forces, tracing the evolution of women in horror from early portrayals to modern reinventions both on screen and behind the camera, with panelists including writer and director Tina Romero, genre journalist Xero Gravity, writer, director, and actress Gigi Saúl Guerrero, and horror author Vincent Tirado. The evening continues with a $12 screening of Romero’s comedy-horror feature Queens of the Dead (1h 41m), followed by a Q&A, as drag queens and club kids battle brain-hungry zombies who crash their Brooklyn show, with a cast including Katy O’Brian, Jaquel Spivey, Margaret Cho, Riki Lindhome, Nina West, Cheyenne Jackson, Dominique Jackson, and Eve Lindley. The program is part of the STAY SCARED!™ multimedia exhibition honoring the life and legacy of George A. Romero, the Bronx-born filmmaker known worldwide as the “Father of the Zombies,” with an exhibition team that includes Dr. Steven Payne of Bronx County Historical Society, Edwin Pagán of LATIN HORROR, Elena Martínez of the Bronx Music Heritage Center, Suzanne Desrocher-Romero of the George A. Romero Foundation, Benjamin Rubin of University of Pittsburgh’s Horror Studies Center, and collaborators including IMAGE TEN, BronxDNA, The Bronx Halloween Parade, and M75 Illustration.

Vivaldi's Four Seasons at St. Joseph's Co-Cathedral on 3/26 and 3/28

Returning due to popular demand, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons comes to Brooklyn for two luminous nights only on Thursday, March 26 and Saturday, March 28 at 8 PM at the Co-Cathedral of St. Joseph (856 Pacific Street). The Fort Greene Orchestra, led by acclaimed violin soloist Giora Schmidt under the artistic direction of Daniel Zinn, brings Antonio Vivaldi’s beloved Le Quattro Stagioni (The Four Seasons) to life with a signature musical light design by Christopher Gilmore. The approximately 55-minute program, performed without intermission, journeys through Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter in a stunning immersive setting. Doors open 30 minutes prior with no late seating, and tickets start at $45.

Exclusive Tickets for The Lost Boys Musical Available at The Palace Theatre

The Palace Theatre is offering special in-person box office discounts for The Lost Boys: A New Musical, with orchestra seats available for $75, mezzanine for $50, and balcony for just $25. This limited-time offer is valid on select seats for weekday performances now through April 16th, with a limit of two tickets per person while supplies last. Broadway previews begin March 27th, making this an exciting opportunity to be among the first to experience the production at an unbeatable price. All tickets are subject to change according to availability.

DOGMA at The Gramercy Theatre March 31st

All-female hard rock group DOGMA return to the stage for their highly anticipated Time to Rise Pt. 1. U.S. Tour 2026 with special guests Frayle. The band continues to carve out space in the hard rock scene with a sound that is equal parts thunder and ritual. Known for their commanding stage presence, dark aura, and emotionally charged performances, DOGMA transforms each show into an experience that lingers long after the final note. Check out their latest music video for "Be Free" HERE!