Best season in NYC? Hear us out..

Oh hi,

A federal judge in New York struck down the Trump administration’s attempt to block congestion pricing in New York City.

It’s a win for NYC, congestion pricing, public transit, and those who hope for fewer cars on the road. 🫡

And now..

In this week’s newsletter:

🎫 Events We Love This Week: March 4-11 - Daniel Radcliffe returns to Broadway & F1 takeover at Apple Fifth Avenue

🌳 You’ll Have to Check It Out - Central Park Conservancy tours

🗓️ Best Time to Visit NYC - And, of course, the worst time to come here

What’re you waiting for? 👇

Note: As always, this email was written by an actual human who lives in NYC, not artificial intelligence. 🥸

Events We Love This Week: March 4-11, 2026

In the city this week? Here are some fun events we’re keeping an eye on.

Every Brilliant Thing - Now Through May 24

After his Tony Award-winning performance in Merrily We Roll Along, Daniel Radcliffe is returning for a one-of-a-kind solo show, Every Brilliant Thing.

In this heartwarming and hilarious play, a man looks back on his life and the list of every wonderful thing that makes it worth living.

If his performance is anything like what we were lucky enough to see in Merrily We Roll Along, it will be sure to surprise and delight!

Learn more and get tickets here.

F1 at Apple Fifth Avenue - March 7 @ 1:30 - 3pm

This Saturday, you can experience Formula 1’s first-ever takeover at Apple Fifth Avenue (the only Apple store open 24 hours, btw). You can RSVP to experience:

• Audi R26 show car up close

• Exclusive conversation with a former F1 technician

• Live DJ set from artist ANASTAZJA

Register here.

You’ll Have to Check It Out - Central Park Conservancy Official Tours

Central Park is a massive oasis with an unending amount of stories, attractions, and views.

Trying to know where to go can feel overwhelming!

Enter the Central Park Conservancy.

Their official tours are led by expert guides who can provide the insight and context you can’t get on your own!

Tour options include:

• Iconic Views of Central Park

• Larger Than Life: Women of Central Park

• Seneca Village Tour

• Cherry Blossoms on the Reservoir and more

We were lucky enough to take the Hidden Highlights of the North End tour and were thoroughly impressed. 90 minutes and roughly $30 well spent!

See the full Conservancy tour calendar here.

We also spotted a beautiful hawk on our way to the tour. Central Park never disappoints! ⤵️

Best (and Worst) Times to Visit NYC

You could ask 100 travelers or New Yorkers when they think the best time is to visit the city, and you’ll get dozens of different answers.

Luckily, there are only two of us on our podcast 😜, and we’ve got questions for YOU to ask yourself so you aren’t relying on opinions alone..

Plus, we’ll give some pros and cons to each season, our opinion on the best time to visit New York, and, importantly, the worst time to visit NYC!

Catch ya next week,

Ashley & Devin from Better Together Here 🌷