MAD Tours and Events

05/28/2026

NYC, this is your chance ! ⚽️

Until May 30, NYC residents can enter the lottery for a chance to purchase FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets for just $50. Around 150 tickets will be available for each game day at MetLife Stadium, giving lucky fans the opportunity to experience the biggest sporting event in the world live.

Don’t miss out, register now before it’s too late at regnyctix.com

Lottery sign-ups open at 10:00 AM, and availability may be limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot as early as possible.

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05/27/2026

Travel with meaning, not just movement

MAD Tours & Events is now officially Travelife Certified, the highest stage of Travelife’s international sustainability certification program for tour operators and travel agencies.

The Travelife Certified award is a recognition of our excellence towards social and environmental sustainability. We comply with more than 200 criteria related to sustainability management, office operations, working with suppliers and customer communication.

For us, this certification is not about claiming perfect travel.
It is about continuously improving the way we design experiences, collaborate with partners and operate behind the scenes every day.

As we continue growing across North America, we remain committed to:
🌿 more responsible supplier selection
🤝 stronger local partnerships
🚶 more thoughtful lower-impact experiences
📍 better destination awareness for travelers
♻️ reducing operational waste behind the scenes

Travelife is a three-stage certification program for tour operators and travel agencies:
1. Travelife Engaged
2. Travelife Partner
3. Travelife Certified

We are proud to have now reached the final stage : Travelife Certified.

A very special thank you also goes to our internal team, who worked tirelessly behind the scenes throughout this process. This certification truly reflects a collective effort across the entire company.

Thank you to our partners, suppliers, tour guides, clients and community for being part of this journey.

05/13/2026

Broadway is officially taking over Rockefeller Center this spring.

Starting May 14, Playbill and Rockefeller Center are launching “Road to Broadway,” a FREE lunchtime performance series bringing some of Broadway’s biggest shows to The Rink every Thursday through June 4

Right in the middle of Midtown Manhattan, visitors and locals will be able to experience live Broadway performances completely free from 12 PM to 1 PM.

LINEUP:

📍May 14 | 12–1 PM
Wicked • Hadestown • Chicago

📍May 21 | 12–1 PM
Six • Just in Time • & Juliet • Death Becomes Her

📍May 28 | 12–1 PM
Operation Mincemeat • The Great Gatsby • Maybe Happy Ending

📍June 4 | 12–1 PM
MJ: The Musical • The Outsiders • The Book of Mormon • Moulin Rouge!

From iconic musicals to award-winning productions, Rockefeller Center is turning into a mini open-air Broadway stage in the heart of NYC

Completely free to attend.

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05/11/2026

New York is turning into a giant World Cup fan zone this summer.

From Queens to Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx and Staten Island, the city will host FREE public viewing zones where fans from around the world can come together to watch the matches and experience the incredible World Cup atmosphere

📍Here’s where to watch the games in NYC:

Queens : USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center (Flushing Meadows)
Main group stage hub with daily match viewings and fan activities from June 11–27.

Manhattan : Rockefeller Center Fan Village
Big screens, live broadcasts and extended programming during finals week from July 6–19.

Brooklyn : Brooklyn Bridge Park
Waterfront fan zone with skyline views, daily entertainment and match screenings from June 13–July 19.

The Bronx : Bronx Terminal Market
A high-energy matchday fan zone with cultural programming on June 13–14.

Staten Island : Staten Island University Hospital Community Park
Multi-day fan zone and evening match screenings from June 29–July 2.

What to expect:
• Giant screens
• Live match broadcasts
• Interactive experiences
• Food vendors
• Fan festival atmosphere across NYC

Free entry for all locations
(Some events may require online registration.)

This summer, New York won’t just host the World Cup… it will LIVE it

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04/30/2026

One of the most underrated museums in New York 🗽

Located in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, the is home to one of the most fascinating artworks in the city: The Panorama of the City of New York.

This incredible scale model recreates all five boroughs of New York City with astonishing detail, more than 895,000 buildings, bridges, parks and streets carefully reproduced to show the city exactly as it was originally built for the 1964 World’s Fair.

Walking around the model feels like flying over New York, giving visitors a completely different perspective on the city.

Beyond the famous panorama, the museum also hosts contemporary art exhibitions and cultural programs that reflect the diversity of Queens, one of the most multicultural boroughs in the world.

📍 Queens Museum
Home of the legendary NYC Panorama

If you’re looking to discover a different side of New York, this museum is definitely worth the visit.

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04/29/2026

Spring in New York just got even more beautiful

Right now at Hudson Yards, the exhibition Fleurs de Villes FLORA is transforming the mall into a spectacular floral runway.

From April 24 to May 3, visitors can discover more than 15 stunning floral installations, including the famous fresh-flower mannequins created by talented New York floral designers. 

Each installation blends flowers, fashion and art, turning blooms into couture-inspired silhouettes that celebrate spring in the most creative way. 

As you walk through the shops, you’ll step into a world of color and imagination where flowers become sculptures, dresses and artistic installations. 

And the best part?
The exhibition is completely free and open to the public. 

It’s the perfect stop while exploring Hudson Yards whether you’re looking for inspiration, photos, or simply a unique New York experience.

📍 Hudson Yards
April 24 – May 3
Free entry

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04/28/2026

07/01/2025

✨ To our neighbors up North: thank you for 158 years of friendship.

We’re more than happy to offer combined USA and Canada trips to explore both countries and showcase how beautifully they complement each other.

Happy Canada Day from NYC! 🇨🇦