You’re Invited: Flatiron NoMad Partnership’s 20th Annual Meeting

Join us at the Flatiron NoMad Partnership’s 20th Annual Meeting on
Wednesday, October 21 at 4 pm at Mastercard NYC Tech Hub (150 Fifth Avenue).

Community members are invited to join as we meet to celebrate the accomplishments of the past 20 years and discuss what’s to come for Flatiron & NoMad over the next 12 months.

Registration is required to attend.

Our 5th aNNUAL Día DE MUERTOS Celebration Returns on October 28

Join the Flatiron NoMad Partnership to celebrate Día de Muertos, the sacred Mexican tradition of pre-Hispanic origin that celebrates the memory and presence of those who have passed.

This year’s program will center around Twenty Petal Flower, an interactive community altar created through a through a cross-cultural collaboration between Mestiz Studio in Mexico and Brooklyn-based Powerhouse Arts. The altar will be unveiled as part of our 5th annual Día de Muertos celebration on Wednesday, October 28 from 3-7 pm on the Flatiron North Plaza.

Our free, public celebration will also feature vibrant placemaking and family-friendly activities, including:

• A curated mix of Mexican folklore performances by Calpulli Mexican Dance Company
• Flower-making workshop with Mano a Mano: Mexican Culture Without Borders
• Día de Muertos-inspired booklet making with Center for Book Arts
• DIY printmaking and marigold paper flowers with museum Poster House
• Papel picado installation by Tanya Aguiñiga Studio
• La Catrina face painting and skull decorations

NYC DOT Capital Reconstruction Public Workshops: October 14 & 15

Help shape the future of Flatiron & NoMad’s public spaces!

The NYC Department of Transportation is hosting Flatiron Plaza Capital Reconstruction public workshops next Wednesday, October 14 and Thursday, October 15 from 12pm – 2pm on the Flatiron South Plaza (Broadway between 22nd & 23rd Street).

Attend to learn more about the vision for the future of neighborhood plazas and shared streets and to share feedback on draft designs. These workshops will help shape design and programming for future iterations of the Flatiron Public Plazas, NoMad Piazza, Worth Square, and Broadway from 21st Street to 27th Street and Fifth Avenue from 22nd Street to 26th Street.

Where to Find Fall Flavors in the District

As we get further into fall, more Flatiron & NoMad bakeries and cafes are releasing seasonal items! Explore our latest guide to plan your next visit to try limited-edition treats and beverages.

Featuring:

• Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini from Electric Shuffle
• Turkey, Cranberry & Goat Cheese Sandwich from Paris Baguette
• Pistachio Hot Chocolate from Slate Cafe NoMad

Madison Square Park Conservancy: Taste of Asia Tomorrow

One of the biggest tasting events of the year Taste of Asia is happening tomorrow in Madison Square Park!

Celebrating our AAPI communities and benefitting Apex for Youth, Taste of Asia highlights 30+ restaurants including those in Flatiron & NoMad:

• Atoboy
• COQODAQ
• COTE Korean Steakhouse
• Shake Shack

Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month in Flatiron & NoMad

Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month now through October 15.

Discover our guide spotlighting Hispanic & Latinx-owned and inspired businesses across the district, and find new ways to support and amplify all year round.

Featuring:

• :3 Coffee
• The Bazaar by José Andrés
• Rëzo Salon

September News Roundup

September news highlights include restaurant openings and announcements, new office tenants, and hotel construction progress. Stay in the know with the latest Flatiron & NoMad News.

• Othership Flatiron and Bathhouse Flatiron were featured in ‘How New York’s Luxury Bathhouse Boom Has Gone from Shvitz to Chic’ (via Elite Traveler).
• Law firm Fenwick & West signed a 18,200 sq/ft lease expansion at 902 Broadway (via REBusiness Online).
• BRASS and The Tusk Bar within the Evelyn Hotel were highlighted in ‘Fall Essentials: Hot Spots and More’ (via OK! Magazine).

 NEIGHBORHOOD NEED-TO-KNOWS

Quick hits on community info, resources, & happenings

Manhattan Storefront Wellbeing Survey: The Manhattan Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses to take the Manhattan Storefront Wellbeing Survey. Your input will help shape policies and initiatives that support retail businesses. The survey will be open through November 20.

NYC DOT 6th Ave Updates: Beginning this fall, NYC DOT will implement offset bus lanes and safety improvements along 6th Avenue, from Houston Street to 31st Street. Please view the flyer for more information.

DSNY Update: As of September 1, 2026, businesses located within the Midtown South Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ)–which includes the Flatiron & NoMad Neighborhoods–must have a new waste collection agreement with a DSNY-authorized CWZ carter. If your business currently contracts directly with a private waste hauler, please note that new contracts must have been signed by August 31, 2026. Additional information about the program can be found here.

Street Closures:

• East 31st Street between Madison Avenue and Park Avenue South will be closed from 5:30am to 12:30pm Monday through Friday through October 12 for façade inspection.
• West 20th Street between Sixth Avenue and Fifth Avenue will be closed from 11am to 11:59pm Saturday and Sunday through October 13 as part of ongoing construction projects in the area.
• East 29th Street between Park Avenue South and Madison Avenue will be closed from 6am to 12:30pm Saturday and Sunday through October 25 for building inspection from boom truck.

Con Edison Work Notices:

• Now – October 30, Con Edison will be performing gas upgrade work on West 25th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue on weekdays from 7am – 4pm.

Neighborhood Guides

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