For winter jetsetters heading to the Big Apple for New York Fashion Week, make the most of your trip with these fun activities to do in February. From watching artists carve out ice into sculptures to sampling beer menus, here are a few events to spruce up your itinerary.

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1) Take a stroll along Central Park and enjoy some artistic ice sculptures, Mid-park, 66^th to 72^nd Streets, Manhattan NY: Embrace the snowy landscapes and cool temperatures of the season at Central Park’s fifth annual Ice Festival. Whether you’re taking a break from the busy city streets or just want a relaxing weekend afternoon with your loved one, head over to Central Park this Valentine’s Day weekend to watch artists create romantic statues and majestic sculptures out of ice. At night, dance outdoors at the silent disco where the park transforms into a winter wonderland with colourful lights illuminating the sculptures along with a DJ delivering tunes through headphones.

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2) Hop aboard on Bateaux New York Dinner Cruise at Chelsea Piers, Manhattan: Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your loved one with a romantic and luxurious dinner cruise along the city’s sky line. As you savour the gourmet cuisines, a live jazz entertainment creates the perfect ambience while you sip on a glass of wine. Sail along the Hudson River and bask in the breathtaking views of the Empire State building, Battery Park, Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge to experience Manhattan like you’ve never before.

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3) Watch a ballet performance of Cinderella at New York City Center, 131 W 55^th Street, New York, NY 10019: If you’re looking to catch a show while in the big city, show your love for the arts and theatre and live out your fairy tale dreams with a ballet performance of Cinderella. For its 30^th anniversary, Monaco’s national ballet company Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo takes New York City to present Cinderella with artistic director Jean-Christophe Maillot and music by Prokofiev. Celebrate the season of love with this classic fairy tale story and be enthralled as the dancers prance gracefully across the stage.

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4) Sip on a pint of beer at the NYC Beer Week: Fill up your glasses and keep the beer flowing for 10 days straight at the seventh-annual NYC Beer Week hosted by New York City Brewers Guild and New York State Brewers Association. The event features 40 breweries across the city with 200 events to fill up your week. From sampling some of the best beers the city has to offer and pairing it with savoury cheeses and charcuterie to learning how beer is crafted and enjoying a sit-down gourmet dinner with a beer-inspired menu, treat yourself to this beer and foodie fest to satisfy your cravings.