The 34 Best Things To Do In NYC In April 2025

New York City is one of the places where you can always find something to do, whether it’s snowing outside, the sun is shining, or you are stuck in a spring shower – the Big Apple always has something to offer. Below you can find all of our favorite things to do in the city in April, in case you need some inspiration.

April is a great month to visit NYC. The weather is changing, spring is coming, and Central Park is transitioning back to its green state. If you are visiting NYC during April, we have summarized our favorite things to do below so that you can plan for your trip.

We have included everything from massive public pillow fights to sports you can watch, concerts to go to, or even as simple as having brunch outside – one thing is for sure, you will have an amazing time if you are visiting NYC in April!

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My 34 Favorite Things To Do in NYC in April

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    Cherry Blossom Season in Brooklyn Botanic Garden

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    Why fly to Japan to look at the beauty of the cherry blossoms if you can experience the same in Brooklyn, New York in April? In the popular Brooklyn Botanic Garden, you can expect a yearly bloom of cherry blossoms. From April 1st to the end of the month is the official time of the Cherry Blossom exhibit at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. 

    Visitors come from all over the world to watch this spectacle, due to the beauty of the blossoms and the celebration of the beginning of spring. The botanical garden itself is also worth a visit! You will hardly believe that you are seeing this many rare and beautiful plants in a city like New York!

    Many people come to the botanic garden in Brooklyn just to see this natural spectacle. This place always has a special aura to it, as there is something wonderful blossoming here in any season. It’s located right inside Prospect Park in Park Slope, Brooklyn.

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    Take a boat trip in April to see the first green leaves on the trees

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    New York in April is amazing and there are lots of things to do outside. For me, there’s nothing better than experiencing the first signs of green from the river – and you can do that with