Penn State takes on Clemson in the Pinstripe Bowl Saturday, December 27, at noon at Yankee Stadium. If you’re lucky enough to end up in the City That Never Sleeps for the game and are looking to kill some time, Onward State has you covered.
For the committed fans heading to the East Coast, we compiled a list of the best things to do in New York this weekend.
Penn State Alumni Association Events
The Penn State Alumni Association New York City Chapter is hosting. For more information, check out this website.
Friday, December 26
Pinstripe Bowl “Roar Tour” Welcome Party – 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at T-Squared Social.
Saturday, December 27
Pinestripe Bowl “Roar Tour” Pregame Tailgate – 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Billy’s Sports Bar
Sports
New York Knicks
The New York Knicks take on the Cleveland Cavaliers at 12 p.m. on Christmas Day in the Garden.
New York Jets
The New York Jets take on the New England Patriots at 1 p.m. on Sunday, December 28, at MetLife Stadium.
Music
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
The Radio City Christmas Spectacular runs until January 5. Bring your friends and family to see the show and celebrate the Rockettes’ 100th anniversary. Tickets can be found here.
Harlem Gospel Choir Christmas Show
The world-famous Harlem Gospel Choir will be having its Christmas Show on Thursday, December 25, at Sony Hall. Tickets can be found here.
Phish
The iconic American rock band will be performing a four-night New Year’s run at Madison Square Garden starting Saturday, December 27. Tickets can be found here.
NYC Must-Sees
The New York Botanical Gardens
The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Gardens has been around for more than three decades. Tickets can be purchased here.
Arthur Avenue
Straight out of The Sopranos, Arthur Avenue is the Italian hub of the Bronx. Eat a cannoli and an authentic slice of New York pizza.
The Bronx Zoo
Each year, the Bronx Zoo offers Holiday Lights. Tickets can be purchased here.
Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
If you’re brave enough to face the crowds, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is a must-see.
Hannah is a second-year journalism major from Yonkers, New York. She loves spending time with friends and the Steelers. Feel free to email [email protected]