Mad. Sq. 200 Historic Fair Celebrates Naming of Madison Square Park

By Tod Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff

This past Saturday saw a rollicking celebration of the 200th anniversary of the naming of our very own Madison Square Park!  A sizable crowd was on hand to enjoy … Read More

Madison Square Park Shake Shack to Close for 5 Months of Renovation

NO SHAKE SHACK FOR FIVE MONTHS! This is the horrifying reality Flatiron District residents and fast food lovers everywhere must face, as the popular purveyor of shakes, burgers and fries closes its flagship location in Madison Square Park for renovations. … Read More

Walter Martin a Hit With Kids in Madison Square Park July 3rd

By Tod Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff

Walter Martin took his turn enchanting kids and their parents on July 3rd in Madison Square Park on a sizzling summer morning!  The hot weather did not stop the parents … Read More

Rachel Feinstein’s Folly Fairytale Comes to Life in Madison Square Park

By: Colleen McCartney and Tifani Ng

As the residents of Chelsea don vibrant hues and playful patterns for their summer strolls through Madison Square Park, they are set against a whimsically whitewashed fairytale landscape to complete the picture. Rachel Feinstein’s Folly … Read More

Madison Square Park Hosts Ivan Navarro Water Towers Installation

Sometimes objects are so common that you stop noticing them. This is especially the case in New York City, where the fast pace, neurosis and stress of urban life cause the mundane features of the physical world surrounding us to … Read More

Dick’s Sporting Goods Totes Tailgating Prizes in Flatiron/Madison Square Park

Whether or not Dick’s Sporting Goods is enough to get your heart pounding with excitement, you have to give them some credit for creative marketing events. Passing by the South Public Plaza next to Madison Square Park and the Flatiron … Read More

Carolers in Flatiron North Plaza by Madison Square Park Offer Holiday Cheer in Song

By The Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff

The Flatiron District got an early start to the holidays and the special promotion of “23 Days of Flatiron Cheer”, as Monday night at 6 PM the Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership helped area … Read More

Basketball Takes Over Madison Square Park and Flatiron – NBA Opening Night!

By Tod Shapiro, Eric Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! News Editorial Staff

Could it really be a basketball court right in front of the Flatiron Building that appears before the eyes of a casual early morning commuter? Yes, it is! … Read More

Black Lillies and Carrie Elkin Finish Strong for Madison Square Park Free Concert Series …

By Tod Shapiro, Eric Shapiro and the Flatiron Hot! Editorial Staff

The Madison Square Park Series of free concerts finished up this past weekend Saturday October 5th from 3 to 5 PM with strong performances by artist Carrie Elkin and … Read More

Brother Sun and Luke Winslow-King & His Band Hold Concert in Madison Square Park

In case you missed it on Saturday, check out our photos and video of Brother Sun and Luke Winslow-King & His Band performing in Madison Square Park. Read detailed bios of both bands at madisonsquarepark.org.

Brother Sun showcased their folk … Read More