{"id":8120,"date":"2014-01-19T09:12:30","date_gmt":"2014-01-19T14:12:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cf-staging.takewalks.com\/blog2\/?p=8120"},"modified":"2025-05-27T23:31:50","modified_gmt":"2025-05-28T03:31:50","slug":"best-apps-nyc-culture-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events","title":{"rendered":"The Best NYC Events Apps &#038; Websites to Stay In-The-Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Discovering the best NYC events apps and websites is the key to navigating the city&#8217;s vibrant scene. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through these tools you can also <strong>stay informed about the latest happenings, snag discounts, and access special offers<\/strong> you might not have known about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our recommended resources to stay connected and <strong>make the most of your NYC experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/8447830546_b7aa3dd1ce_h-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"NYC events apps\" class=\"wp-image-15576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/8447830546_b7aa3dd1ce_h-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/8447830546_b7aa3dd1ce_h-600x398.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/8447830546_b7aa3dd1ce_h-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/8447830546_b7aa3dd1ce_h.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">From comedy shows to concerts, NYC events apps have you covered. Photo credit: 9bladed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider&#8217;s tip:<\/strong> Although apps are an excellent way to find out all of the events that are happening in the city, don&#8217;t forget to sign up for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/new-york-tours\/\">NYC walking tour<\/a> as well. Not only do they take you to the city&#8217;s top landmarks and off-the-radar restaurants, our local guides are in the know when it comes to events and festivals in the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#Our_favorite_NYC_events_apps\" title=\"Our favorite NYC events apps\">Our favorite NYC events apps<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#Time_Out\" title=\"Time Out\">Time Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#The_New_York_Times\" title=\"The New York Times\">The New York Times<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#%E2%80%9CGoings_On%E2%80%9D_app_and_website_by_The_New_Yorker\" title=\"\u201cGoings On\u201d app and website by The New Yorker\">\u201cGoings On\u201d app and website by The New Yorker<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#Guide_of_the_Arts_and_Events_in_New_York_by_PBS\" title=\"Guide of the Arts and Events in New York by PBS\">Guide of the Arts and Events in New York by PBS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#The_Theater_Development_Fund_app_and_website\" title=\"The Theater Development Fund app and website\">The Theater Development Fund app and website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#Official_Broadway_website_and_app\" title=\"Official Broadway website and app\">Official Broadway website and app<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\/#MTA_Arts_Design\" title=\"MTA Arts &amp; Design\">MTA Arts &amp; Design<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2e0d81bc gb-headline-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_favorite_NYC_events_apps\"><\/span>Our favorite NYC events apps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Out\"><\/span><strong>Time Out<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"http:\/\/www.timeout.com\/newyork\/time-out-apps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free Time Out App version<\/a> of the go-to NYC magazine. This easy-to-navigate app includes<strong> listings for art, comedy, museums and attractions, music, nightlife, film, theater, and things to do (as well as restaurants, bars, and shopping).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll also find curated lists, reviews, booking for tickets and reservations, and discounted offers. If you want to know about new places and read more about them before visiting, this may be the right app for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/47980957646_67e2718fd3_k-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Time Out Market and events space in New York with people sitting\" class=\"wp-image-14694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/47980957646_67e2718fd3_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/47980957646_67e2718fd3_k-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/47980957646_67e2718fd3_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/47980957646_67e2718fd3_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How good is this restaurant? What kind of food can I find in that market? Time Out will surely have all the answers you\u2019re looking for. Photo credit: Shinya Suzuki<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_New_York_Times\"><\/span>The <strong>New York Times<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If anyone has their finger on the pulse on the city, it\u2019s definitely the staff of the New York Times.\u00a0You can find, both on their website and on their app, up-to-date listings of cultural offerings, events, and experiences (plus restaurants and bars). It also includes<strong> reviews and category lists by Times\u2019 critics.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stephan-valentin-sZc95ZGSYZQ-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A taxi going by in front of the New York Times Building\" class=\"wp-image-14695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stephan-valentin-sZc95ZGSYZQ-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stephan-valentin-sZc95ZGSYZQ-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stephan-valentin-sZc95ZGSYZQ-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/stephan-valentin-sZc95ZGSYZQ-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The New York Times\u2019s critics, reporters and journalists will ensure you don\u2019t miss anything that happens in New York. Photo credit: St\u00e9phan Valentin<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CGoings_On%E2%80%9D_app_and_website_by_The_New_Yorker\"><\/span>\u201cGoings On\u201d app and website by The New Yorker<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This website and app by the venerable magazine provides NYC event listings and recommendations from its critics.\u00a0Browse <strong>curated listings by category<\/strong>\u2014movies, art, night life, theater, dance, classical music, readings\u2014and find recommendations.\u00a0There are also <strong>audio tours, created by their esteemed writers, podcasts, and much more.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"692\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Save_the_Dream_event_in_Times_Square_New_York_28324363222-1024x692.jpeg\" alt=\"person kicking a ball at an event in Times Square\" class=\"wp-image-14696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Save_the_Dream_event_in_Times_Square_New_York_28324363222-1024x692.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Save_the_Dream_event_in_Times_Square_New_York_28324363222-600x405.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Save_the_Dream_event_in_Times_Square_New_York_28324363222-768x519.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Save_the_Dream_event_in_Times_Square_New_York_28324363222-1536x1037.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Save_the_Dream_event_in_Times_Square_New_York_28324363222.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">All sort of events happen daily in New York City, it can be hard to keep yourself up to date. Photo credit: Save the Dream<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Guide_of_the_Arts_and_Events_in_New_York_by_PBS\"><\/span><strong>Guide of the Arts and Events in New York by PBS<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Produced by New York\u2019s acclaimed PBS television program, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyc-arts.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the NYC Arts app and the official website<\/a> include an arts calendar and video previews.\u00a0The listings can be browsed by category, location, or venue, and you\u2019ll find a detailed map to find anything your heart desires.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Go beyond museums to explore the cities and maps with the Culture Now App. <\/strong>This app allows you to explore public art collections, historical and recent buildings, and cultural institutions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years their mission remains the same, to \u201cdevelop a holistic understanding of a place\u201d, so this is definitely an app you should keep in hand for exploring and understanding all areas of the city. You can listen to related artists, architects, historians, or watch their videos by checking their website or downloading their app.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/fabien-bazanegue-LnE0-XLkbl0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"streets of New York City architecture and history\" class=\"wp-image-14697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/fabien-bazanegue-LnE0-XLkbl0-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/fabien-bazanegue-LnE0-XLkbl0-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/fabien-bazanegue-LnE0-XLkbl0-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/fabien-bazanegue-LnE0-XLkbl0-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/fabien-bazanegue-LnE0-XLkbl0-unsplash.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Explore events happening at historical and recent buildings, among other interesting activities in New York with Culture Now. Photo credit: Fabien Bazanegue<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Theater_Development_Fund_app_and_website\"><\/span><strong>The Theater Development Fund app and website<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tdf.org\/discount-ticket-programs\/tkts-by-tdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TKTS by TDF<\/a> provides a real-time display of what is currently on sale at all TKTS Discount Booths. You have the opportunity to get <strong>last-minute tickets up to 50% off, and get additional benefits through the app.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TDF also includes detailed information on NYC theater, dance, and music, including performance schedules, theater locations, and links to official show websites, it\u2019s definitely a must for theater and musical events in New York.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/florian-wehde-iVW7mZPwd4g-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Broadway events in New York by night\" class=\"wp-image-14698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/florian-wehde-iVW7mZPwd4g-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/florian-wehde-iVW7mZPwd4g-unsplash-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/florian-wehde-iVW7mZPwd4g-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/florian-wehde-iVW7mZPwd4g-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/florian-wehde-iVW7mZPwd4g-unsplash.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Broadway\u2019s musicals and events will never cease to amaze you, and with TKTS by TDF you can get discounted tickets! Photo credit: Florian Wehde<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Official_Broadway_website_and_app\"><\/span>Official Broadway website and app<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Produced by the Broadway League, the trade organization of the theater industry, <strong>this app provides in-depth information about current and upcoming shows<\/strong> (including rush ticket policies), links to buy tickets, maps, and information on restaurants and hotels in the theater district.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When planning what events in New York you are going to attend, <strong>we recommend saving a night for Broadway. <\/strong>Choose your favorite from a plethora of amazing musical performances on Broadway.org. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to check the rush ticket policies and other discounts available, and even check when your favorite musicals may be touring other cities in the United States, and internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"604\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/29568642003_4b5e28d834_k-1024x604.jpg\" alt=\"Broadway musicals stage in New York City\" class=\"wp-image-14699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/29568642003_4b5e28d834_k-1024x604.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/29568642003_4b5e28d834_k-600x354.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/29568642003_4b5e28d834_k-768x453.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/29568642003_4b5e28d834_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There is something magical and unforgettable about attending a Broadway show in New York City. Photo credit: Ted McGrath<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MTA_Arts_Design\"><\/span>MTA Arts &amp; Design<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Previously known as the Arts for Transit program, MTA Arts &amp; Design provides comprehensive information about the wide variety of permanent artwork throughout NYC\u2019s subway system, as well as dynamic visual and performative events in New York City\u2019s public transportation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides the permanent art, you can find <strong>digital art, photography, transit-related posters and illustrations, poetry, and music events. <\/strong>Works can be searched by subway line or artist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/joshua-newton-vOnOS5uUyKs-unsplash-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"man looking at his phone in a subway station\" class=\"wp-image-14700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/joshua-newton-vOnOS5uUyKs-unsplash-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/joshua-newton-vOnOS5uUyKs-unsplash-600x480.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/joshua-newton-vOnOS5uUyKs-unsplash-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/joshua-newton-vOnOS5uUyKs-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Explore and rediscover North America\u2019s largest transportation network events, exhibitions and art pieces. Photo credit: Joshua Newton<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Update Notice: This post was updated on November 22, 2023.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, if you really want to be in the know when it comes to all-things New York City, why not sign up for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/new-york-tours\/\">New York City Walking Tour<\/a>? From the city&#8217;s most recognized landmarks to the off-the-radar family-run restaurants and eateries in NYC&#8217;s most vibrant neighborhoods, our local guides will provide you with special insight into what makes this city so unique.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover some of the best apps and websites to stay up to date on all events in New York City, including discounts and other special offers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":34,"featured_media":14692,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[614],"tags":[],"ppma_author":[719],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>The Best NYC Events Apps &amp; Websites to Stay In-The-Know<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover some of the best NYC events apps &amp; websites to stay up happenings in the city, including discounts and other special offers.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-apps-nyc-culture-events\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The Best NYC Events Apps &amp; 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