Legions of Shreks will take over Union Square tonight, with a free movie screening, roar face-offs and swamp-themed cele is one of our hand-picked Events finds for New York. A Shrek look-alike contest will bring New York’s swampiest fans to Union Square before a free screening of the animated classic tonight.
Why New York? New York is the ultimate dense, 24-hour city — five boroughs of iconic skyline, world culture and neighborhood-deep diversity. The city is known for the skyline and Times Square, Broadway, museums and global food.
Good to know: Spring and autumn are ideal; December dazzles for holidays; summer is hot and humid. The 24-hour subway is the fastest way around; Manhattan and much of Brooklyn are very walkable.