New York City event calendar: things to do today
A typical day in New York City offers more variety than the menu at a neighborhood bodega, from cutting-edge concerts in Brooklyn to informative walking tours through Harlem. Get a taste of the Big Apple via this calendar of comedy shows, art exhibits, pop-up markets, and more amazing events throughout the city, selected by Eventbrite’s expert curators.
Head to the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Chelsea for an afternoon of pumpkin spice and everything nice. Coffee lovers can enjoy a classic PSL, sample exclusive beverages, and even compete in some seasonal trivia.
Even if you've never touched a torch before, this beginner-friendly, hands-on art class will have you melting glass and metal together into beautiful art beads you can take home.
Babes
The Brooklyn Comedy Collective hosts a weekly improv show every Friday, featuring some of the best and weirdest improv in NYC and some of the cheapest ticket prices in the city.
Call Us Villains Immersive Cocktail Show
This interactive cocktail show takes you to an 1830s New York City speakeasy where friendship, betrayal, and intrigue abound — and magic is real. While you take in the show and experience the narrative, you'll enjoy some amazing drinks.
"Master & Margarita"
The Devil visits Moscow in Mikhail Bulgakov's secret Stalin-era cult classic play, returning to the stage in this exclusive English performance.
Pink Pony Rave
Alt-dating app Feeld will turn a 30,000-square-foot warehouse into this very pink rave, where you can dance with queer cuties to gay pop hits all night long.
UWS Dance Fitness Class: Zumba
All you need is your enthusiasm for this 45-minute Zumba class, designed to raise your heart rate and lift your spirits every Saturday morning.
Sneaker Con New York City 2024
Buy, sell, and trade sneakers at NYC's 15th annual convention dedicated to sneaker culture. Meet sneaker customizers, play some pickup basketball, sit in on convos with YouTube creators, and meet other sneakerheads from around the world.
Daisies With Love: Floral Arranging Workshop
Pick out a vintage vase and fill it with a rainbow of locally sourced flowers at this hands-on, guided florist workshop, with drinks and snacks included.
Riichi Mahjong Learn & Play
Beginners and veteran players are invited to this monthly mahjong meetup, where you can learn the basics before facing off against fellow mahjong lovers in a low-pressure, ultra-friendly setting.
Bluestockings Queer Book Club
From memoirs and nonfiction to sci-fi and more, expand your reading horizons at this queer-friendly book club that meets on the third Saturday of every month.
Mandarin Mambo: Chino-Latino Jazz Club
Take a trip back in time to Old Shanghai (with influences from Old Havana) for a night of glamour, romance, and live Chino-Latino jazz backed by aerial performances at The Red Pavillion, NYC's Asian neo-noir nightclub.
Long Island Wine Tour From NYC
Escape the city without the stress. You'll hop on a bus in Manhattan and make stops at three different award-winning wineries in Long Island this laid back day trip, which features a dozen tastings and a gourmet picnic lunch.
The Moet Rose Brunch & Day Party Experience
Taj II Lounge hosts this weekly Sunday brunch in the Flatiron District, featuring two hours of complimentary mimosas and bellinis while you listen to R&B, hip-hop, and top 40 tunes.
Tea Sit: Meditate & Learn
Enjoy the meditative qualities of old-growth tea in Chinatown at this quiet single-origin tea tasting.
Moroccan Nights: A Night of Feast & Entertainment
Looking for the perfect date night? How about a full Moroccan meal presented with tea, cocktails, and belly dancing, all set on a rooftop overlooking the NYC skyline.
Kundalini & Coffee: A Brew of Energy & Peace
Balance your chakras under the sun with an invigorating morning breathwork session, followed by a cup of coffee and energizing conversation with your fellow practitioners.
Dance N Drip With Empress Cece
Self-proclaimed "Queen of Dance" Empress Cece leads this body positive dance class in Brooklyn, where attendees can express themselves during a vigorous session set to the pulsing rhythms of dancehall and soca music.
Dirty Little Secrets Improv Show
Whether it's scandalous, embarrassing, or just weird, write a secret down on a cue card before the show. On stage, you'll watch improvisational comedy gold unfold based on your anonymous secrets.
Yo! MTV Bingo
This isn't your grandma's bingo night. You could win vintage records, free drinks, and more weird prizes when you grab a board and a free slice of pizza at this legendary Williamsburg dive.
Free Hours Lecture: Birding in Queens
Jamaica Bay is home to over 340 species of birds. Held during free admission hours at Queens Botanical Garden, this talk with an expert naturalist will dive deep into birding at Jamaica Bay and include tips for bird watching in your own neighborhood.
Affordable Art Fair NYC Fall 2024
Art fanatics rejoice! This fair features thousands of art pieces across multiple mediums. You'll find works from artists both local and international, at a number of price points.
HHFM East Harlem Market
Shop local at this Thursday morning farmers' market on East 104th Street, featuring booths with fresh produce, handmade baked goods, cute crafts, and fun gifts.
MOCA Mid-Autumn Festival Mixer
The Museum of Chinese in America hosts their annual Mid-Autumn Festival party, featuring a mahjong lesson and games for both beginners and seasoned players, mooncakes and other traditional foods, live Asian chamber music, and fun surprises along the way.
Roller Skating Lessons
Learn about roller skating during a basic fundamentals class in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Your ticket includes skate rentals and wrist guards, but you are also welcome to bring your own pair of skates to practice in.
Beer & Bubbly Oyster Festival
Slurp oysters, sip sparkling wine, and raise a stein of beer to this lively all-you-care-to-imbibe-on event, raising money for Staten Island's premier cancer center.
Dried Floral Wreath Design Class
This isn't your grandma's wreath-making class. Sip wine and socialize while learning the basics of flower arranging with dried plants at this modern floral arts workshop.
Full-Body Mamii: Strength & Pilates Mat
This high-energy workout combines cardio, strength training, and pilates into a one-hour sweat session that will leave you tired, sore, and happy.
Jungle Cat Comedy with Abby Govindan & Mohanad Elshieky
Comedians Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky host this new weekly comedy showcase at Hotel 50 Bowery, presenting a lineup of funny folks from New York — and beyond!
So True, Bestie: A Queer Comedy Show & Social Hour
Once a month, comedians Nika Lomazzo and Anya Volz present a night of queer joy and laughter at Parkside Lounge. After the show, take part in a structured, psychology-inspired social hour to make new besties with zero stress.
Exploring High Bridge with Rare Access Inside the Highbridge Water Tower
Panoramic views 200 feet above Manhattan and the Bronx await you on this rare tour of the High Bridge and the Highbridge Water Tower, led by an Urban Park Ranger.
Ann Kittredge
Lovers of cabaret and musical theater won't want to miss the award-winning Ann Kittredge, taking the stage with a performance inspired by her new album.
Private Tour & Apple Picking at Liberty Hall
Pick antique apple varieties to take home from the historic orchard of Liberty Hall, a 50-room Victorian mansion with an extensive antique collection you'll explore on this guided walking tour.
Eliza Spear: "Protagonist" Teaser
Rising Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Eliza Speer previews songs from her forthcoming second album, "Protagonist," with a performance at Clementine Bakery (because clementines as a recurring symbol throughout the record). All tickets include a curated bakery treat.
Bonsai Workshop
They're tiny, good for meditation, and love long stints of neglect — bonsai trees might be the perfect NYC houseplant. Learn how to prune, shape, and maintain your own bonsai during this hands-on class taught by a former curator of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Matcha 101
Turn any ordinary morning into a mini tea ceremony after you learn how to whisk the perfect bowl of matcha at this peaceful, semi-private Japanese tea class.
Meet Your Green Neighbors
Learn how to identify local greenery with a horticulturist at this refreshing, educational walking tour of the historic Green-Wood cemetery's plant-filled grounds.
Freshkills Park Photography Tour
Bring your digital camera, film camera, or just charge your cell phone for this donation-based guided photography tour of Staten Island's beautiful park that was once a 2,200-acre landfill.
The Central Park Walking Tour
Winter's the best time to fully appreciate Central Park. Discover the beautiful history behind some of the best urban green space in the world on this two-hour-long casual walking tour — written and led by a former Central Park employee!
"Bodega Bakes" by Paola Velez with Nasim Lahbichi
Celebrate the release of this Cherry Bombe cover girl's debut cookbook, filled with recipes inspired by her Dominican heritage and the Bronx bodegas she grew up with.
Jazz Rosh Hashana 2024 at The Bitter End
Celebrate the start of the High Holy Days with a joyful jazz quartet and a Rabbi-led service for the Jewish New Year.
Glow Yoga
Wear white and neon colors to this 75-minute blacklight Vinyasa class. Plenty of glowsticks and paint are provided for bonus rave vibes.
Arden Myrin's "Will You Accept This Rose?" Live
All of Bachelor Nation is invited to one of the franchise's most popular podcasts live on stage, just in time for Arden and her celebrity guests to discuss Joan's journey on "The Golden Bachelor."
Traditional Tiramisu Trio
Bake lady finger cookies from scratch, then layer them with three flavors of mascarpone cream to create a trio of coffee, matcha, and strawberry tiramisu to take home.
Tabletop Tavern: D&D Night
Play Dungeons & Dragons, a cooperative role-playing game, at BrookLAN. No gaming experience is required.
Film Screening & Conversation with the Director: "The Taste of Rice Flower"
A mother and member of the Dai ethnic minority returns from Shanghai to her small hometown village to kindle her relationship with her daughter in this coming-of-age film, exploring ideas of shifting identities and economic migration. Director Peng Fei Song will video call from China for a live Q&A after the screening.
"Taste the World" Food Festival
This global cuisine extravaganza features some of the Tri-State's best food vendors along with more eclectic offerings like mechanical bull riding, axe throwing, a bungee, and mini golf. You'll also find beer and wine tastings, live music, dancing, and a kid's zone.
The Taylor Party
Are you ready for it? Pick your era and get dressed up to get down with your fellow Swifties at the original Taylor-themed dance party.
Blood Night: The Vampire Ball
Kick off the Halloween season with a vampire-chic costumed dance party at House of Yes!, full of fangs, leather, and blood-splattered everything.
The 7th Annual NY Cat Film Festival Premiere
Humans have been recording their cats' antics since the camera was invented. Celebrate the special bond between cats and pet parents at this meow-velous night of film, where a portion of ticket sales go to local animal welfare nonprofits.
The New York Tattoo Convention
Here's your chance to get the ink of your dreams: Over 300 international tattoo artists will come together for three days of world-class body art, alongside live music, performances, local food vendors, and activities for all ages.
Hogwarts Rave
Costumes are encouraged to this late-night, wizard-themed rave with '90s and Y2K pop tracks blasting alongside free candy and glowsticks.
Working with Indigo Dye
Using techniques like shibori and wax resist, you'll learn how to create artistically dyed fabrics with a vat of real indigo at this workshop hosted in a Brooklyn textile printing studio.
The Ninth Annual NY Dog Film Festival Premiere
This year's film celebration of human's best friend will include prize-winning documentaries about veterans and their PTSD service dogs, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Association of Service Dog Providers.
Wicks & Wax: A Candle Making Experience at Brooklyn Art Cave
Sip drinks and hang out with new friends while you create the perfect scented candle using natural soy wax and custom essential oil blends at this instructor-led workshop.
Cheese & Mocktail Tasting
Enjoy a paired cheese tasting without the hangover at this inventive spirit-free guided class. It's perfect for a sober date night or for anyone interested in learning to explore flavor profiles without the booze.
A Current Affair: Pop Up Vintage Marketplace in Brooklyn
Brooklyn's legendary vintage show returns to Industry City for two days of shopping the most incredible gowns, perfectly worn-in jeans, rare jewelry, and fabulous accessories from vendors across the country.
Dyeing with Nature
Shibori bundles, dye modifiers, and natural plant colors are just some of things that you'll explore during this hands-on textile workshop. Bring your own items to dye if you like — all necessary materials will be provided.
The Here Queer Sober Roundup
Meet other members of the LGBTQIA+ community in an alcohol-free setting where the only buzz you might be feeling is the excitement of making a new friend.
New York City event calendar: things to do today
A typical day in New York City offers more variety than the menu at a neighborhood bodega, from cutting-edge concerts in Brooklyn to informative walking tours through Harlem. Get a taste of the Big Apple via this calendar of comedy shows, art exhibits, pop-up markets, and more amazing events throughout the city, selected by Eventbrite’s expert curators.
The Ultimate Pumpkin Spice Experience
Head to the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Chelsea for an afternoon of pumpkin spice and everything nice. Coffee lovers can enjoy a classic PSL, sample exclusive beverages, and even compete in some seasonal trivia.
Even if you've never touched a torch before, this beginner-friendly, hands-on art class will have you melting glass and metal together into beautiful art beads you can take home.
Babes
The Brooklyn Comedy Collective hosts a weekly improv show every Friday, featuring some of the best and weirdest improv in NYC and some of the cheapest ticket prices in the city.
Call Us Villains Immersive Cocktail Show
This interactive cocktail show takes you to an 1830s New York City speakeasy where friendship, betrayal, and intrigue abound — and magic is real. While you take in the show and experience the narrative, you'll enjoy some amazing drinks.
"Master & Margarita"
The Devil visits Moscow in Mikhail Bulgakov's secret Stalin-era cult classic play, returning to the stage in this exclusive English performance.
Pink Pony Rave
Alt-dating app Feeld will turn a 30,000-square-foot warehouse into this very pink rave, where you can dance with queer cuties to gay pop hits all night long.
UWS Dance Fitness Class: Zumba
All you need is your enthusiasm for this 45-minute Zumba class, designed to raise your heart rate and lift your spirits every Saturday morning.
Sneaker Con New York City 2024
Buy, sell, and trade sneakers at NYC's 15th annual convention dedicated to sneaker culture. Meet sneaker customizers, play some pickup basketball, sit in on convos with YouTube creators, and meet other sneakerheads from around the world.
Daisies With Love: Floral Arranging Workshop
Pick out a vintage vase and fill it with a rainbow of locally sourced flowers at this hands-on, guided florist workshop, with drinks and snacks included.
Riichi Mahjong Learn & Play
Beginners and veteran players are invited to this monthly mahjong meetup, where you can learn the basics before facing off against fellow mahjong lovers in a low-pressure, ultra-friendly setting.
Bluestockings Queer Book Club
From memoirs and nonfiction to sci-fi and more, expand your reading horizons at this queer-friendly book club that meets on the third Saturday of every month.
Mandarin Mambo: Chino-Latino Jazz Club
Take a trip back in time to Old Shanghai (with influences from Old Havana) for a night of glamour, romance, and live Chino-Latino jazz backed by aerial performances at The Red Pavillion, NYC's Asian neo-noir nightclub.
Long Island Wine Tour From NYC
Escape the city without the stress. You'll hop on a bus in Manhattan and make stops at three different award-winning wineries in Long Island this laid back day trip, which features a dozen tastings and a gourmet picnic lunch.
The Moet Rose Brunch & Day Party Experience
Taj II Lounge hosts this weekly Sunday brunch in the Flatiron District, featuring two hours of complimentary mimosas and bellinis while you listen to R&B, hip-hop, and top 40 tunes.
Tea Sit: Meditate & Learn
Enjoy the meditative qualities of old-growth tea in Chinatown at this quiet single-origin tea tasting.
Moroccan Nights: A Night of Feast & Entertainment
Looking for the perfect date night? How about a full Moroccan meal presented with tea, cocktails, and belly dancing, all set on a rooftop overlooking the NYC skyline.
Kundalini & Coffee: A Brew of Energy & Peace
Balance your chakras under the sun with an invigorating morning breathwork session, followed by a cup of coffee and energizing conversation with your fellow practitioners.
Dance N Drip With Empress Cece
Self-proclaimed "Queen of Dance" Empress Cece leads this body positive dance class in Brooklyn, where attendees can express themselves during a vigorous session set to the pulsing rhythms of dancehall and soca music.
Dirty Little Secrets Improv Show
Whether it's scandalous, embarrassing, or just weird, write a secret down on a cue card before the show. On stage, you'll watch improvisational comedy gold unfold based on your anonymous secrets.
Yo! MTV Bingo
This isn't your grandma's bingo night. You could win vintage records, free drinks, and more weird prizes when you grab a board and a free slice of pizza at this legendary Williamsburg dive.
Free Hours Lecture: Birding in Queens
Jamaica Bay is home to over 340 species of birds. Held during free admission hours at Queens Botanical Garden, this talk with an expert naturalist will dive deep into birding at Jamaica Bay and include tips for bird watching in your own neighborhood.
Affordable Art Fair NYC Fall 2024
Art fanatics rejoice! This fair features thousands of art pieces across multiple mediums. You'll find works from artists both local and international, at a number of price points.
HHFM East Harlem Market
Shop local at this Thursday morning farmers' market on East 104th Street, featuring booths with fresh produce, handmade baked goods, cute crafts, and fun gifts.
MOCA Mid-Autumn Festival Mixer
The Museum of Chinese in America hosts their annual Mid-Autumn Festival party, featuring a mahjong lesson and games for both beginners and seasoned players, mooncakes and other traditional foods, live Asian chamber music, and fun surprises along the way.
Roller Skating Lessons
Learn about roller skating during a basic fundamentals class in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Your ticket includes skate rentals and wrist guards, but you are also welcome to bring your own pair of skates to practice in.
Beer & Bubbly Oyster Festival
Slurp oysters, sip sparkling wine, and raise a stein of beer to this lively all-you-care-to-imbibe-on event, raising money for Staten Island's premier cancer center.
Dried Floral Wreath Design Class
This isn't your grandma's wreath-making class. Sip wine and socialize while learning the basics of flower arranging with dried plants at this modern floral arts workshop.
Full-Body Mamii: Strength & Pilates Mat
This high-energy workout combines cardio, strength training, and pilates into a one-hour sweat session that will leave you tired, sore, and happy.
Jungle Cat Comedy with Abby Govindan & Mohanad Elshieky
Comedians Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky host this new weekly comedy showcase at Hotel 50 Bowery, presenting a lineup of funny folks from New York — and beyond!
So True, Bestie: A Queer Comedy Show & Social Hour
Once a month, comedians Nika Lomazzo and Anya Volz present a night of queer joy and laughter at Parkside Lounge. After the show, take part in a structured, psychology-inspired social hour to make new besties with zero stress.
Exploring High Bridge with Rare Access Inside the Highbridge Water Tower
Panoramic views 200 feet above Manhattan and the Bronx await you on this rare tour of the High Bridge and the Highbridge Water Tower, led by an Urban Park Ranger.
Ann Kittredge
Lovers of cabaret and musical theater won't want to miss the award-winning Ann Kittredge, taking the stage with a performance inspired by her new album.
Private Tour & Apple Picking at Liberty Hall
Pick antique apple varieties to take home from the historic orchard of Liberty Hall, a 50-room Victorian mansion with an extensive antique collection you'll explore on this guided walking tour.
Eliza Spear: "Protagonist" Teaser
Rising Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Eliza Speer previews songs from her forthcoming second album, "Protagonist," with a performance at Clementine Bakery (because clementines as a recurring symbol throughout the record). All tickets include a curated bakery treat.
Bonsai Workshop
They're tiny, good for meditation, and love long stints of neglect — bonsai trees might be the perfect NYC houseplant. Learn how to prune, shape, and maintain your own bonsai during this hands-on class taught by a former curator of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Matcha 101
Turn any ordinary morning into a mini tea ceremony after you learn how to whisk the perfect bowl of matcha at this peaceful, semi-private Japanese tea class.
Meet Your Green Neighbors
Learn how to identify local greenery with a horticulturist at this refreshing, educational walking tour of the historic Green-Wood cemetery's plant-filled grounds.
Freshkills Park Photography Tour
Bring your digital camera, film camera, or just charge your cell phone for this donation-based guided photography tour of Staten Island's beautiful park that was once a 2,200-acre landfill.
The Central Park Walking Tour
Winter's the best time to fully appreciate Central Park. Discover the beautiful history behind some of the best urban green space in the world on this two-hour-long casual walking tour — written and led by a former Central Park employee!
"Bodega Bakes" by Paola Velez with Nasim Lahbichi
Celebrate the release of this Cherry Bombe cover girl's debut cookbook, filled with recipes inspired by her Dominican heritage and the Bronx bodegas she grew up with.
Jazz Rosh Hashana 2024 at The Bitter End
Celebrate the start of the High Holy Days with a joyful jazz quartet and a Rabbi-led service for the Jewish New Year.
Glow Yoga
Wear white and neon colors to this 75-minute blacklight Vinyasa class. Plenty of glowsticks and paint are provided for bonus rave vibes.
Arden Myrin's "Will You Accept This Rose?" Live
All of Bachelor Nation is invited to one of the franchise's most popular podcasts live on stage, just in time for Arden and her celebrity guests to discuss Joan's journey on "The Golden Bachelor."
Traditional Tiramisu Trio
Bake lady finger cookies from scratch, then layer them with three flavors of mascarpone cream to create a trio of coffee, matcha, and strawberry tiramisu to take home.
Tabletop Tavern: D&D Night
Play Dungeons & Dragons, a cooperative role-playing game, at BrookLAN. No gaming experience is required.
Film Screening & Conversation with the Director: "The Taste of Rice Flower"
A mother and member of the Dai ethnic minority returns from Shanghai to her small hometown village to kindle her relationship with her daughter in this coming-of-age film, exploring ideas of shifting identities and economic migration. Director Peng Fei Song will video call from China for a live Q&A after the screening.
"Taste the World" Food Festival
This global cuisine extravaganza features some of the Tri-State's best food vendors along with more eclectic offerings like mechanical bull riding, axe throwing, a bungee, and mini golf. You'll also find beer and wine tastings, live music, dancing, and a kid's zone.
The Taylor Party
Are you ready for it? Pick your era and get dressed up to get down with your fellow Swifties at the original Taylor-themed dance party.
Blood Night: The Vampire Ball
Kick off the Halloween season with a vampire-chic costumed dance party at House of Yes!, full of fangs, leather, and blood-splattered everything.
The 7th Annual NY Cat Film Festival Premiere
Humans have been recording their cats' antics since the camera was invented. Celebrate the special bond between cats and pet parents at this meow-velous night of film, where a portion of ticket sales go to local animal welfare nonprofits.
The New York Tattoo Convention
Here's your chance to get the ink of your dreams: Over 300 international tattoo artists will come together for three days of world-class body art, alongside live music, performances, local food vendors, and activities for all ages.
Hogwarts Rave
Costumes are encouraged to this late-night, wizard-themed rave with '90s and Y2K pop tracks blasting alongside free candy and glowsticks.
Working with Indigo Dye
Using techniques like shibori and wax resist, you'll learn how to create artistically dyed fabrics with a vat of real indigo at this workshop hosted in a Brooklyn textile printing studio.
The Ninth Annual NY Dog Film Festival Premiere
This year's film celebration of human's best friend will include prize-winning documentaries about veterans and their PTSD service dogs, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Association of Service Dog Providers.
Wicks & Wax: A Candle Making Experience at Brooklyn Art Cave
Sip drinks and hang out with new friends while you create the perfect scented candle using natural soy wax and custom essential oil blends at this instructor-led workshop.
Cheese & Mocktail Tasting
Enjoy a paired cheese tasting without the hangover at this inventive spirit-free guided class. It's perfect for a sober date night or for anyone interested in learning to explore flavor profiles without the booze.
A Current Affair: Pop Up Vintage Marketplace in Brooklyn
Brooklyn's legendary vintage show returns to Industry City for two days of shopping the most incredible gowns, perfectly worn-in jeans, rare jewelry, and fabulous accessories from vendors across the country.
Dyeing with Nature
Shibori bundles, dye modifiers, and natural plant colors are just some of things that you'll explore during this hands-on textile workshop. Bring your own items to dye if you like — all necessary materials will be provided.
The Here Queer Sober Roundup
Meet other members of the LGBTQIA+ community in an alcohol-free setting where the only buzz you might be feeling is the excitement of making a new friend.