50 years ago the band KISS played their first concert at a club called Popcorn in Queens, New York. Five decades, 30 gold albums and 2,000 shows later the hottest band in the world is calling it quits.

The End of the Road Tour comes full circle on December 1st and 2nd in Manhattan and KISS aren't just taking over Madison Square Garden, they are taking over the whole city. From KISS pizzas to free tattoos and even a fleet of KISS taxis, here's what you can expect.

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The KISS New York City Takeover is underway and festivities will conclude on Sunday December 3rd. There are a dozen different "activations" KISS fans will be able to experience.

For starters, the KISS Pop-Up Store will be open 11/29-12/3 and is an immersive KISS experience featuring memorabilia, apparel, accessories and collectible items. You will find this located just blocks away from MSG at 248 West 37th Street.

Here are some of the events taking place in Manhattan as KISS come to the end of the road.

Fans can recreate classic KISS album covers and photos by visiting these locations:

For a full list of KISS takeover activations, including the fleet of KISS taxis and KISS Metro Cards, click HERE.

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