May 2009 Events in New York City

Get more information about can't-miss events in New York City this May.

• 2009 Tribeca Film Festival -- See the hottest new films, mingle with celebs, and support downtown Manhattan at the annual Tribeca Film Festival.



• Revlon Run/Walk for Women in New York City -- Join 40,000 women and the people who love them for a run/walk in Central Park to help raise money for the research and treatment of cancer.



• New York City Five Boro Bike Tour -- See the five boroughs in style on this annual bike tour of New York City.



• Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in New York City -- Honor the Battle of Puebla, a great day in Mexican history, with great Mexican food and margaritas.



• Continental International Restaurant Week -- From May 1-10, diners can enjoy exclusive offers on cuisine from around the world at 12 of New York City’s top Zagat-rated restaurants. Each restaurant was selected to represent the unique culinary style of a particular country -- from Tabla representing India to Megu representing Japan. Special offerings for International Restaurant Week include behind-the-scenes kitchen tours, unique menus, complimentary tastings and take home treats.



• Affordable Art Fair -- Start that art collection you've always wanted at the Affordable Art Fair at 7W New York (7 West 34th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues). Browse through works from more than 60 galleries from around the world and attend art lectures and panel discussions.



• The Con Film Festival -- From May 8-21, Film Forum pays tribute to cinema's greatest gangsters, criminal geniuses, and con artists. See classics including <em>I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang</em>, <em>White Heat</em>, and <em>Angels with Dirty Faces</em> (among many others). You'll pay just $11 for a double feature of two great films. Tickets go on sale at the Film Forum box office at 12:15PM on the day of the screening.



• HomeBase IV New York -- The HomeBase Project is a unique public art project that kicks off on Saturday and runs through May 24th. A group of international artists have created work that explores the meaning of "Home" through various media. You can tour the exhibits and also enjoy featured performances, salon conversations, and poetry readings.



• Mother's Day in New York City -- Find great ideas for things to do with dear old Mom on Mother's Day in New York City.



• Taste of Tribeca -- Sample delicacies from Tribeca's most gifted chefs. Your $45 ticket ($40 in advance) buys you six scrumptious tastes from restaurants including Bouley, Chanterelle, Tribeca Grill and 50+ others.



• Chidren's Book Week -- It's Children's Book Week in New York from May 11-17, 2009 and kids and parents can enjoy a full schedule of fun events including readings, parties, a scavenger hunt in Grand Central Terminal, and more.



• May 2009 Street Fairs and Festivals Calendar -- Find out where to find outdoor street fairs and festivals in New York City this May.



• Join AIDS Walk New York -- Walk to raise money for AIDS charities in the world's largest AIDS fundraising event.



• Fleet Week -- It's Fleet Week in New York City from May 20-27, 2009. That means the big ships and lots of sailors in uniform are visiting Manhattan and you'll find ship tours and other fun things to do.



• Memorial Day Weekend in New York City -- Enjoy Memorial Day weekend in New York City.
• Queensborough Bridge Centennial Fireworks -- Celebrate the 100th birthday of the Queensborough Bridge with a spectacular fireworks display.

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