Car-Free Earth Day This Saturday

Car-Free Earth Day is this Saturday, April 25th from 10 am – 4 pm. Hosted by the NYC Department of Transportation, this annual citywide event celebrates Earth Day with select city streets open for walking, biking, and car-free strolling.

Flatiron NoMad Partnership is excited to host family-friendly, interactive programming on the Flatiron South Plaza! Activities will include ping pong tables from SPIN, corn hole, and Connect Four.

New Neighbor Roundup: Wanglang, Skewr, Stone & Soil, and Piadi

Several exciting new businesses have recently opened in the neighborhood. This month’s roundup features a variety of new neighbors, from a homestyle Thai restaurant to the first U.S. location of an Italian street food chain. Stay in the know with the latest New Neighbors in Flatiron & NoMad.

• Wanglang
• Skewr
• Stone & Soil
• PIADI

View Our Q1 2026 Snapshot

The Q 2026 Snapshot offers an overview of the economic health of our district; we discuss office leasing news, major lease signings, and return-to-office rates.

Some Q1 2026 Snapshot highlights:

• 1 Madison reached 100% occupancy this quarter when Harvey AI doubled its space to 183K SF
• Employee visits to the district rebounded to 86% of pre-pandemic levels
• 44% of ground floor retail is dedicated to food & beverage establishments

Sustainable shopping in Flatiron & NoMad

This Earth Month, we’re highlighting local businesses with a focus on sustainability. Support Flatiron & NoMad retailers that are making a positive impact on the environment.

Featuring:

• Secondhand clothing & accessories at Crossroad’s Trading Co.
• Shop cruelty-free and vegan skincare at MALIN + GOETZ
• Book a facial at Pretty Please Skincare

On ViEW: Dreamland Sirens BY Charlotte Colbert

In partnership with NYC DOT Art, the art installation Dreamland Sirens by multi-media artist and filmmaker Charlotte Colbert is on view through May 23rd. Located at the Flatiron South Plaza, the 30′ high steel sculpture curated by New Public is a part of Colbert’s first exhibition in New York City.

After seeing Dreamland Sirens, visit the Meatpacking District to view Colbert’s Where Angels Live, a 30′ reflective steel tree adorned with votive-like charms at 14th Street Square.

Special Birthday Discounts in Flatiron & NOmad

It’s Taurus season! Celebrate your birthday in Flatiron & NoMad with special discounts from local businesses. Explore our guide to discover these exclusive birthday offers. Must sign up at participating businesses to redeem.

Featuring:

• Aveda: Birthday Gift through the Aveda Rewards Program
• Dominique Ansel Workshop: Complimentary Croissant (Plain or Olive Oil) and Small Cup of Coffee
• Sugarfish by sushi nozawa: Birthday Club

Rothy’s x Hope Hydration: Plaza Activation

In celebration of Earth Month, stop by the Flatiron North Plaza this Friday, April 24th from 11AM – 2PM for a sustainability-focused pop-up activation with Rothy’s x HOPE Hydration.

NYC artist Willie Cole is turning plastic waste into something extraordinary, and you can be a part of it! Drop off your disposable, plastic bottles at the Flatiron North Plaza to experience what happens when innovation meets creativity.

 NEIGHBORHOOD NEED-TO-KNOWS

Quick hits on community info, resources, & happenings

Madison Avenue Bus Lane Project: NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) will implement roadway improvements this spring for the Madison Avenue Bus Lane Project from East 23rd Street – East 42nd Street. For additional information, contact the NYC DOT Manhattan Borough Commissioner’s Office at (212) 839-6210 or visit here.

World Cup – Welcome World Rewards Program: The NYNJ Host Committee has launched the Welc  ome World Rewards Program, the official small business rewards platform designed to connect World Cup visitors to local businesses. Applications are now open through May 15 to secure your spot. Apply here.

DSNY Official NYC Bin Availability Citywide: DSNY announced that all nine sizes and colors of official NYC Bins are now available for in-store pickup at NYC Home Depot locations including our local store located at 40 West 23rd Street. Buildings with 1 to 9 residential units will be required to use NYC Bins for their trash starting in June 2026. Learn more about containerization, here.

Neighborhood Activations:

• Rothy’s x HOPE Hydration: Friday, April 24 from 11 am – 2 pm, Flatiron North Plaza
• Car-Free Earth Day: Saturday, April 25 from 10 am – 4 pm, Broadway from 17th to 47th Street
• Sikh Day Parade: Saturday, April 25 from 10 am – 6 pm, post-parade festivities Madison Avenue from 26th to 24th Street

Con Edison Work Notices:

• Now – Friday, April 24 from 7 am – 3:30 pm, Con Edison will perform ECS support work and continue hand care excavations at the intersection of East 29th Street and Fifth Avenue.
• Now – July 31, Con Edison will be performing gas upgrade work on West 26th Street between Sixth Avenue and Seventh Avenue on weekdays from 9 am – 4 pm.

Street Closures:

• West 20th Street between Sixth Avenue and Fifth Avenue will be closed from 7 am to 11 am Saturday and Sunday through 5/2/26 for use of knuckle boom to lift construction materials and steel.

Neighborhood Guides

• Local Dining Guide: Area restaurants, bars, and cafes
• Happy Hour Roundup: Food & drink specials at hot spots and hidden gems
• Rooftop Roundup: Epic skyline views & cocktails at local rooftop bars
• New Neighbors: Newly opened businesses in Flatiron & NoMad