At this point, it's an absolute truth: New York City is the best city in America to celebrate your birthday.
From on and off-Broadway shows to amazing restaurants to booze cruises and even the Observatory of the Empire State Building, there is no better place than NYC to celebrate the fact that you're alive and kickin'.
So, it's your birthday this summer and you want to know what you should do?
Read on and find out the 8 best ways to celebrate your b-day in NYC. (You can thank us after.)
1. Karaoke bars
What better place in the world to celebrate a birthday is there besides a karaoke bar? There are tons of excellent karaoke bars in NYC, like Japas 38, Planet Rose, and K-One.
Most of these places have a dope selection of music, a semi-decent variety of food, and the kind of prices that will set you back without leaving you bankrupt.
[anad]
When the alcohol is flowing, the music is blasting, and everyone is laughing and singing, magic is happening, the greatest birthday memories are born.
Inviting all your friends to come sing the night away with you on your birthday has got to be one of the most excellent ways to celebrate the day of your birth in this city.
2. The beach
Since it's summer now, and we live in a city with fairly decent access to the ocean, we really can't think of a more affirming way to celebrate the fact that you're alive, and that you live in such a gorgeous part of America, than by going to the beach.
Bring some pals, spread out your towel, sneak a cooler with three (or seven) beers, and spend a day relaxing, tossing around a football, and letting your friends be nice to you. Since, you know, it is your birthday after all.
Take an A train to Rockaway Beach and stare at its impossibly blue, crashing waves; or take an F train to Coney Island and eat a birthday cupcake on their world-famous ferris wheel.
What's that? Tired of the city? Well, then head down south to Jersey's beautiful beaches. Problem solved.
3. Rooftop bars
spinpixie Getting very excited for the summer! #rooftop #rooftoprealness #gallowgreen #gallowgreennyc #gallowgreenrooftop #spring #springtime #ilovenyc #iloveny #latergram
Have you been outside lately? Yeah, that's why we think you should go to the beach, or if you don't have hours of traveling at your disposal, a rooftop bar will do just fine.
Actually, who are we kidding?
[anad2]
Some people would travel hours and pay hundreds to spend an afternoon drinking on a rooftop bar overlooking the splendor of Manhattan, and that's the reason you should do this for your birthday.
Whatever bar it is; whether it's the Delancey or Gallow Green, make sure you snap some pics. It's not every day you turn a year older. Just, you know, your birthday.
From Central Park Summerstage to the Redhook Fest, there are a ton of outdoor music festivals going on this summer in NYC.
If you've done your research at these music festivals and none of them have something dope enough happening on the actual day of your birth, then go to BAM, Brooklyn Hall of Music, or even Rockwood Music Hall or Supply House to experience dope live music and excellent vibes.
If you want to see live music, this city is the perfect place to do it, and there's no better day than your birthday to join people rocking out or sharing mellowed, relaxing emotions.
,5. East Village
rockmamanyc Good morning⭐︎Beautiful #mural at #eastvillage #nyc It is on E13th between 1st ave/Ave A. Many beautiful murals are in the East village😘I love the East village. : おはよーございます！ニューヨークは土曜日の朝。この壁画はニューヨークのイーストヴィレッジE13thの1st aveとAve Aの間にあります。私がイーストヴィレッジが好きな理由の一つがこんな素敵な壁画がいろんな所にあること。ニューヨークに来られた際にはイーストヴィレッジを散歩するのをオススメします😄 : #nyc #nycphoto #nyclife #nycphotography #love #mural #beautiful #lifestyleblog #lifestyleblogger #mom #ニューヨーク #アメリカ #壁画 #ストリートアート #streetart #おしゃれ #オシャレ #オススメ #ロック #美容師 #ママ
Whatever your favorite thing to do is, odds are the East Village will have it going on on your birthday. From Improv shows at St. Mark's Theater, to slam poetry at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe, there is always dope, eclectic sh*t happening in this special neighborhood.
[anad]
Stop by Tompkins Square Park on Saturdays at noon for their farmer's market, fresh vegetables, and occasional free samples.
Hit up your favorite restaurant for a luxurious birthday meal. It's your birthday and you deserve it, so it's okay to splurge.
6. Williamsburg
whatshouldweorder The Famous Ramen Burger #finally #smogasburg #smogasburgnyc #ramenburger #ramenburgernyc #eatingnyc #nyceats #brooklyneats #williamsburgnyc #myfoodadventures
If you like artistic neighborhoods pulsing with heart, amazing food, and the most gorgeous views of Manhattan, Williamsburg is probably the place you should blow out your birthday candles.
Start your Saturday at Smorgasburg, eating some of the best cuisine NYC has to offer.
Weave your way back to Williamsburg's center for the evening, and see a show at the Music Hall of Williamsburg. End your night at Brooklyn Bowl with even more music, bowling, and alcohol.
We really can't think of a better birthday than that.
7. West Village
From rooftop pools to speakeasies, to completely delicious restaurants, the West Village is where it's at for your birthday this year.
Stroll the High Line and then hit up Gallow Green, the rooftop bar of the McKittrick Hotel, for panoramic city views.
[anad2]
Or dance the night away at Marquee, laugh your ass off at The Comedy Cellar, and end the night with some delicious birthday cake at Magnolia Bakery.
Turning a year older never felt so good.
Do you love to eat? Do you love the outdoors?
Well, congratulations birthday all-star, you're in the right city to celebrate.
From Smorgasburg to the Prospect Park Food Rally, from Broadway Bites to Ferragosto, lots of your favorite food vendors will be cooking up delicious eats outside in our gorgeous city.
And really, is there a better way to celebrate your birthday than stuffing your face with deliciousness?
Celebrating on a budget? Read 21 Absolutely Free Activities for an Amazing Summer in NYC.