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There is simply always something to do here; either an old favourite pastime or an entirely new pursuit. Picking just a few events is a difficult task, but here is a list of the best tried and tested annual events in NYC.
Annual events in New York City
New York Restaurant Week (February and July)
St Patrick’s Day Parade (March)
Gay Pride Parade (June)
Feast of San Gennaro (September)
Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade (November)
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Originally from France, Stephanie lived in the UK for 11 years before moving to New York in 2007 after getting promoted into her company's US head offices. Living in New York is a dream come true for Stephanie who first visited the City in 1999 and immediately fell in love with it. Her blog, Biting the Big Apple, chronicles her experience.
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