Yes, it’s finally gorgeous in New York City. Thank the heavens, right?

Now, when you want to go outside you can just... go outside. It's that simple.

You don’t have to worry about those pesky winter items, no more wondering where the hell you put your gloves and hat, and you will no longer will you fall prey to jacket thieves at bars.

Besides the multitude of day trips that are suddenly possible, there are a bunch of other things about the fact that it’s finally effin' spring that are exciting.

What else rocks about the fact that there's finally some good weather in NYC? Read on to find out, ma chérie.

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1. Ice cream

If ice cream were a religion, I would be a part of that religion. I know you probably would too... don’t lie.

So for us NYC ice cream enthusiasts, winter can be an upsetting time. And that’s not just because it’s cold and desolate and there’s no sunshine. That’s not the depressing part about winter for ice cream enthusiasts.

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Ice cream enthusiasts know the heartbreak of having your frozen hands tucked into coat pockets while you, head down, trudge past 16 Handles without even glancing inside. Glancing inside is just too painful.

We all stare wistfully after Big Gay Ice Cream while we’re on our way to lock ourselves in our apartments and eat hot soup forever.

So, now that it’s spring and we can grab our fro-yo to go and head off to the High Line to eat it, things have gotten a whole, whole lot better. Thanks spring!

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2. Rooftop chilling

There are a few spectacular rooftop bars you need to hit up for happy hour ASAP.

In addition, if you're one of the fortuitous apartment owners who have their own roof deck, hell yea!

You can finally hang out up there. Invite all your friends over and share the love. Every New Yorker deserves to spend their Sundays just chilling on someone's roof deck.

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3. Outdoor dining

There are certain foods NYers naturally gravitate towards now that the sun has returned into our lives.

Know what else is great? Eating outside.

What’s better than meeting up with a crew in the East Village, grabbing an outdoor table, and soaking up some rays while munching on meatballs? You get to feel the gentle springtime breeze rippling your face while you slurp down your margarita, and you also get to people-watch.

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When the sun ricochets off NYC skyscrapers while you’re sitting outside, eating a delicious meal, it’s pretty difficult to hate life. We can do this whenever we want now, unless it’s raining outside. Thanks to springtime. #SpringHype

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4. Spring clothing

Am I the only one super stoked about sundresses? Or guys (and girls), how excited are you for muscle Ts? So excited!?

I’m not trying to enforce heteronormativity, either. You can totally wear sundresses if you want, because I will certainly be wearing muscle Ts along with my backwards baseball cap.

But I’m in a romantic relationship with my sundresses, because they’re pretty and relaxed and make me feel comfortable in any situation and they’re always there for me. And now I can wear them whenever I want. Score.

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5. Picnics

It’s time to hop on the picnic train. All the cool kids are on the picnic train. You might be wondering, what kind of picnic? The answer is any kind of picnic!

You can order dumplings to-go from your favorite Thai restaurant.

You can pack up peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and bring them in your classic picnic basket.

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Or you can even stop by the Melt Shop on your way to the 51st Street subway station and bring some grilled cheese with you, bag and all.

Where can you have your picnic? Well, there are a plethora of parks in our park-filled city, like the High Line and Central Park and Washington Square Park and Randall’s Island.

They’re all perfect locations for picnics. And if you’re discreet enough, they’re even more perfect when you sneakily bring along some wine.

Yay picnics!

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6. Outdoor movies

They don’t start until June, but let’s get the buzz going, shall we?

Lots of NYC parks hold outdoor movie nights, and it’s a blast. Perfect for a free date night, fun for a group activity, even chill to do on your own-- outdoor movies in NYC parks are glorious.

If you don’t want to wait until June, find some friends with a roof deck and bring someone’s laptop outside tonight.

I mean, who doesn’t want to cry at the injustice perpetrated against killer whales in Blackfish while the lights from NYC’s buildings, windows, and lamplights sparkle in the background?

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7. Sports

Finally, you can get back out there on the court or field. Walking past all the snow covered basketball courts in the dead of winter was like stabbing myself in the heart repeatedly.

Now that the cold has relented, I’m lacing my basketball sneakers and heading to the basketball court on my block to work on my dunking.

Or now that our city’s back to life, grab your soccer ball and a few of your friends and book it to Randall’s Island to kick all their butts ASAP.

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If you’re a guy, take your shirt off and get to one of NYC’s many basketball courts (all the other hot guys are already there playing a game of pick-up... trust me).

Also, you could play in one of Zog Sports’ many outdoor leagues, which is always a good time, great exercise, and an excellent excuse to get drunk afterwards.

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8. Parks

Praise everything. Praise the clouds and the bright blue sky, and especially the flowers that have begun to sprout throughout NYC’s parks.

Soon, the trees will bud with cherry blossoms, and the sidewalk will be covered with falling petals.

I’m almost in tears about the fact that hanging out outside is a thing again, so if anyone wants to meet up at Central Park and drink later...? Or just meet up your friends this weekend. Wherever your little heart desires.

But seriously, don't forget the wine.

If you enjoyed this article, check out these 6 Exciting Must-Do Day Trips in NY!

[Featured Image Courtesy: We Heart It]