A Guide to New York's Must-Attend Events From Cultural Festivals to Music Extravaganzas - How to show up in Style
New York is one of the most visited cities in the world, drawing in some 56 million tourists annually. It is a hub of cultural celebration, overflowing with endless possibilities, impressive architecture and first-rate dining experiences. Whether you’re traveling here with family or for business, the NYC calendar brings entertainment to suit people from all walks of life with ease. Pair this with a luxury car hire and you have an opportunity to explore every corner of the city in comfort while embracing the local penchant for grandeur at the same time. Starr Luxury Cars open the realms of possibility, bringing some of the most covetable vehicles and tailored driving experiences to your fingertips.
Read on to discover New York’s must-attend events and the ideal luxury car hires to experience them with.
Celebrate independence with the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Celebrations and hire a Mercedes C300 Cabriolet
Since 1977, the world-famous department store – Macy’s – has organized and hosted a truly iconic firework display to celebrate the 4th of July. With the extravaganza growing every year and attracting swarms of visitors annually, an opportunity to experience the buzz for yourself isn’t one to overlook. With the original celebrations in 1777 taking place on the barge, the tradition continues with barges lined up along the East River primed and ready for the show. Whether you’re planning on watching the fireworks from one of the official viewing locations cited by Macy’s themselves or have more extravagant plans, hiring a luxury car helps to streamline the entire process.
Hire a Mercedes C300 Cabriolet and discover German excellence paired with Manhattan sightseeing. This impressive convertible may be one of the more compact models ever released by the marque, but it is also hailed as one of the most refined. The 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine is an explosion of power, bringing 241 bhp and 273 lb-ft of torque to your disposal. Pair this with a sumptuous interior and multi-layer roof that glides open in just 18 seconds and you have a convertible crafted perfectly for firework spotting. You could choose to drive over to the East River and jump on an evening cruise for the show. Or charter a private helicopter with flights timed perfectly to set you in the heart of the action. However, why not take a drive around the city, find the perfect spot to park up and sip a glass of champagne while watching the shells explode up high?
Serve up a truly memorable US Open Tennis experience when you hire a Lincoln Navigator
From the end of August to early September, the streets of Queens become awash with avid tennis fans. The US Open is a hardcourt tennis tournament held annually and stands as the final Grand Slam of the year, following Wimbledon. With five primary championships at stake and many of the world’s most iconic players taking part, it is the oldest and most well-known championship in the country. The event takes place at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Centre and attracts over 730,000 fans through the gates. From avid Venus Williams fans to those cheering on Taylor Fritz, the US Open Tennis experience promises to reignite a passion for this competitive sport and create an unforgettable addition to your summer calendar.
If one of the event’s highly coveted tickets happens to land in your inbox, hiring a luxury car for the journey there and back helps to turn a simple trip into an exquisite extravaganza. Consider hiring a Lincoln Navigator – cited as one of retired Tennis veteran, Serena Williams, most beloved cars. This colossal vehicle isn’t one to overlook. It is large, powerful and dominating, ensuring you’re noticed on the busiest of streets. With a total kerb weight of 6 tonnes, you’ll need the explosive 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged engine to draw you along with ease and the abundance of space inside to keep everyone comfortable. The beauty of the Navigator is its ability to suit any party. Traveling with children? Take advantage of in-built latch locks and a wealth of storage options to keep the little ones entertained during the drive. Attending with business partners? Indulge in plush leather seating, cutting-edge technology and a cloud-soft drive as you cruise over. With parking available on-site and a spacious 540-liter trunk for all your essentials, it truly is the perfect vehicle for this iconic event.
Indulge your inner fashionista at New York Fashion Week and hire a Mercedes Benz S-Class 580
Held in both February and September, New York Fashion Week is a chance for some of the world’s most iconic brands to showcase their finest couture collections. Spanning between seven and nine days, it is the culmination of numerous events held throughout the city and attended by press, buyers and influencers alike. The fashion celebration originated in 1943 and has grown to extraordinary levels today, overtaking the city entirely and setting up base in Spring Studios at 50 Varick Street. Admission to shows is typically invitation only but there are a host of additional events open to fashion students and the general public in a bid to increase awareness of growing brands and designers. There’s little denying the impact of such an iconic event on the city. Hotels are booked up. Roads are overflowing with prestigious vehicles. Everywhere you turn, there’s another style legend wrapped in unique garments and posing under the flash of a camera. So, if you’re fortunate enough to get your hands on one of the city’s most covetable tickets, make sure you’re noticed by all the paparazzi.
New York Fashion Week was once officially known as Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week – for over eight years in fact. Therefore, few luxury car marques meet the demands of this prominent event quite as effortlessly. Hire a Mercedes Benz S-Class 580 and arrive on the red carpet in elegance. Exceptionally crafted, this 4.0-litre saloon focuses on both comfort and performance. It uses a 48-volt hybrid system paired with the combustion engine to ensure impressive acceleration. 496bhp and 516 lb-ft of torque partner together, delivering a recorded top speed of 155mph. However, while the New York streets will hardly hold the door open for this type of power, it is the elegant aesthetics of the vehicle that truly steals the show. Beautiful from the inside out, the S-Class 580 has it all. A shapely front bumper and tinted privacy glass. A cabin enveloped in prestigious leathers and soft-touch materials. An abundance of space to eliminate creases and a silken drive for the ultimate in comfort.
Enjoy New York’s favorite festival – the Governor’s Ball – and hire a Mercedes G63
If you’re in New York for endless entertainment, no event quite meets the bill as seamlessly as the Governors Ball. One of the most anticipated summer concerts in the city, it has continued to grow since its launch in 2011 and has moved location numerous times to keep up with demand. During the multi-day festival, world-famous stars such as Lil Nas X, Kendrick Lemar and Lizzo perform their greatest hits to an audience of over 150,000 – all of whom are there to fully indulge in the city’s biggest party. The festival was originally hosted on Governors Island (hence the name) and Randall Island, making it a challenging location to drive to. However, since 2021, it moves to Queens in New York to accommodate larger numbers and is now an event that deserves to be paired with the perfect transportation too.
Hire a Mercedes G63 and feel just as extravagant as the artists you’re due to see on stage. This colossal beast is strongly influenced by military design, with an angular silhouette and an abundance of power. The 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged engine and commanding driving position make it a dream to drive in any condition. The AMG-tuned 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system latches onto the road ahead, working in collaboration with a low-gearing system to enhance grip further. Inside, you’ll find another space for four fully-grown adults alongside the driver. Plus, a 667-liter trunk means you never have to leave behind any of your festival essentials. Take advantage of the organized ride-share set-up at Shea Road, knowing you’ll have a convenient means of getting home again at the end of the day.
Discover New York’s must-attend events in unrivaled style when you hire a prestige car from Starr Luxury Cars
New York has a unique, excitable and much-loved aura about it – which explains why it draws in so many visitors every year. Whether you’re here to indulge in American sport or want to let loose at a festival, there are covetable tickets to be found throughout the city. Hiring a luxury car for the experience not only streamlines your travel. It elevates a simple day trip into one to remember, ensuring your entire party can travel together and offering a wealth of luxury details too. No longer will you squash onto overcrowded metros or aggravate blisters walking through the busy Manhattan streets. Instead, find yourself enveloped in comfort and indulging in the finer sides of NYC with our tailored driving experiences.
We are proud to have one of the largest fleets of luxury cars for hire in New York, with everything from expensive SUVs to powerful supercars. All of our driving experiences are honed to your needs and can accommodate both short and long-term hire too. To discover our full collection of vehicles, visit our website here today. Alternatively, speak to a member of our team to discuss your individual requirements in more detail.