Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo announced on Wednesday, March 3 that beginning April 2, event, arts and entertainment venues can reopen at 33% capacity, up to 100 people indoors and up to 200 people outdoors.  If all attendees present proof of negative test prior to entry, capacity can increase up to 150 people indoors and up to 500 people outdoors.  Social distancing and face coverings will be required by all attendees, as well as strict adherence to all applicable Department of Health guidance.

Cuomo also announced domestic travelers to New York State who have been vaccinated no longer have to quarantine or test out within 90 days of their full vaccination.

The governor also announced that beginning March 22, residential gatherings of up to 25 people can be held outdoors.  Indoor residential gatherings remain capped at 10 people to reduce the continued risk of spread.  Also, non-residential social gatherings of up to 100 people
can occur indoors and up to 200 people can occur outdoors.

“New Yorkers have done a tremendous job working to defeat COVID, and we’re gradually loosening restrictions as the numbers reduce and the public health improves,” Cuomo said.  “It is clear that if we remain vigilant, we will reach the light at the end of the tunnel.  While we continue to expand access to the vaccine throughout the state, New Yorkers should double down on the behaviors that make such
an important different fighting this pandemic—washing hands, wearing masks and social distancing.

This is a tough footrace, but the infection rate is down and the vaccination rate is up, and New Yorkers will get through this together as long as we stay tough and keep this momentum heading in the right direction.”
(Submitted)