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Madonna performs at Madison Square Garden

The Madison Square Garden serves as home to both New York Knicks and New York Rangers. With over 20,000 seats, the venue is a favorite music and sports venue in the Big Apple.

Sporting events at this landmark venue include basketball, ice hockey, tennis and boxing. Apart from sports, the venue has also played host to several concerts, ice shows, circus, horse and dog shows. The Garden also rents space for a party of up to 20,000.

Superstars like Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Queen, Genesis, Jethro Tull, Bob Marley, Pink Floyd, John Lennon, Led Zeppelin, Elvis Presley and Rolling Stones have had sold out concerts here. Most notable, on March 25, 2007, Elton John celebrated his 60th birthday and 60th sold-out concert.

President John F. Kennedy's 45th birthday was held at this park on May 19, 1962. At this occasion, Marilyn Monroe sung her famous Happy Birthday, Mr. President, which gained world fame. The park is world famous and has a very historical past that includes famous political rallies and celebrations.

Those looking for food will find very standard choices such as a selection of dogs from corn dogs to foot longs. You can also have cheeseburgers, chicken nuggets with fries or pizza.

Near the subway station at Gate E, kids will like the Fan Fest area, open for two and a half hours before the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday game. Here, kids can have fun at the big bouncy slide, play video games and use the batting cages. You will find ample parking at the stadium which is quite cheap at only $12 for cars.

Guests staying at the 2 star Hotel Pennsylvania can walk right across to Madison Square Garden to watch a game or a concert. Those seeking a more superior experience, can opt for Affinia Manhattan, where high molded ceilings, Italian style polished floors and grand crystal chandeliers give the welcome vibe.

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Address:
404 7th Ave.
New York, NY 10001

Tel: (212) 465-6741 

Trains:
1, 2, 3, A, C, E to 34th Street/Penn Station
B, D, F, N, Q, R, PATH to 34th Street/Avenue of the Americas

URL: http://www.thegarden.com