--- title: "Venue & Travel" url: https://www.flowfest.nyc/venue-and-travel/ updated: 2026-09-03T03:34:02+00:00 --- # Hotel & Travel Everything is within a few Midtown blocks: the Crowne Plaza hotel, both dance venues, and Penn Station. [Book the Hotel](https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en®ionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCPC&checkInDate=25&checkInMonthYear=012027&checkOutDate=01&checkOutMonthYear=022027&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=FES&cn=no&adjustMonth=false&showApp=true&monthIndex=00) [See the Venues](https://www.flowfest.nyc/venue-and-travel/#venues) ## Hotel Official Hotel Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan 320 W 36th St, New York, NY 10018 Located just minutes walking distance from both venues, the Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan provides comfortable accommodations with easy access to all weekend activities. - $189 per night special rate for NYFF attendees - $29 per night amenity fee waived for the NYFF group - Double and king bed rooms available - Complimentary Wi-Fi [Book the Hotel](https://www.ihg.com/redirect?path=asearch&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en®ionCode=1&hotelCode=NYCPC&checkInDate=25&checkInMonthYear=012027&checkOutDate=01&checkOutMonthYear=022027&rateCode=6CBARC&_PMID=99801505&GPC=FES&cn=no&adjustMonth=false&showApp=true&monthIndex=00) The room block closes January 28, 2027. ![Crowne Plaza HY36 Midtown Manhattan](https://www.flowfest.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Crowne-Plaza-Midtown-Manhattan-573x1024.jpg) Looking for a roommate or a ride share? Join the official [Rides, Roomies & Strictlies Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/24115357428125617). ## Event Venues ![Danznik Studios Main Ballroom](https://www.flowfest.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Danznik-Studios-Main-Ballroom-1024x683.jpg) Main Event Venue Danznik Studios 240 W 37th St, Floor 2, New York, NY 10018 We'll host competitions, workshops, privates, and social dancing at Danznik Studios, a major hub for the NYC West Coast Swing community. [Directions to Danznik Studios](https://maps.google.com/?q=Danznik+Studios,+240+W+37th+St,+New+York,+NY+10018) ![Ripley Grier Studios](https://www.flowfest.nyc/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Ripley-Grier-Studios-1024x702.jpg) Secondary Event Venue Ripley-Grier Studios 520 8th Ave, Floor 16, New York, NY 10018 Ripley-Grier is a famous performing arts rehearsal facility. We'll use this venue for workshops and private lessons. [Directions to Ripley-Grier Studios](https://maps.google.com/?q=Ripley-Grier+Studios,+520+8th+Ave,+New+York,+NY+10018) [See Venues on Google Maps](https://maps.app.goo.gl/46Fg4mEni4HxpYsq7) ## Airports & Transit - **Walking Outdoors** Be prepared to walk between the NYFF hotel and venues several times a day. Temperatures in NYC on Feb 28th typically range from 34°F to 43°F (1°C to 6°C) and are rarely below 21°F (-6°C) or above 56°F (13°C). [February weather in New York (Weatherspark)](https://weatherspark.com/d/23912/2/28/Average-Weather-on-February-28-in-New-York-City-New-York-United-States). - **Amtrak** If you're visiting from the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic, you can [book an Amtrak](https://www.amtrak.com) train to New York Penn Station, just a few blocks away from the hotel and dance venues. [See Map](https://www.amtrak.com/plan-your-trip.html). - **Fly to EWR (Newark)** Upon arrival, take the AirTrain then NJ Transit to NY Penn Station. - **Fly to LGA (NYC)** Upon arrival, take the Q70 LaGuardia Link bus to Jackson Hts–Roosevelt Av, then the E train to 34 St–Penn Station. - **Fly to JFK** Upon arrival, take the Jamaica AirTrain then the E train to the 34 St–Penn Station stop. - **Bus** The MTA and various companies offer bus service to Port Authority and various locations in Midtown NYC within blocks of the hotel and dance venues. - **Commuter Rail** Visitors from NJ, Long Island, and Upstate NY can take local train services, including NJ Transit, LIRR, and MTA Metro-North, to Midtown NYC. - **Subway & PATH Train** 34 St–Penn Station (A, C, E, 1, 2, 3) is the closest stop to both studios. Also nearby: 34 St–Herald Sq (B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, W), Times Sq–42 St (N, Q, R, W, S, 1, 2, 3, 7), and 42 St–Port Authority (A, C, E). From New Jersey, take PATH to 33 St. - **Driving** We don't recommend driving into Midtown NYC due to high parking costs ($150-$300 for the weekend if using a garage), but if these aren't concerns, you can find [several garages in the area](https://www.google.com/maps/search/parking+garage/@40.7543284,-73.9954465,16.36z/data=!4m2!2m1!6e2?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTAwNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). ## Local Guide Curated recommendations from NYC Westies! Find coffee, drinks, quick eats, restaurants, tea & dessert, and attractions near the event hotel. [See the Local Guide](https://www.flowfest.nyc/local-guide/)