Things to do in New York City
Explore the best events and things to do in New York City, from parties and live shows to pop-ups, community events, and more.Updated September 23, 2026Location
MEAN GIRLS PARTY
Sat, Oct 3 at 9pm · Brooklyn
It's October 3rd!
Wear Pink and come party at the hottest new spot in Gowanus.
Free all night
Music by MarjorineRSVP Here
Dionysus Fall Gala: A Casino Royale
Sat at 8pm · New York
We are back with the long awaited Dionysus Fall Gala. Join us for a five-hour premium open bar, light bites, theatrical ballet & opera performances, casino games, unique activations, and a red carpet runway.
As always, it is strictly a black tie event. All tickets are full access. This active courthouse in lower Manhattan will feature casino tables across both floors for all attendees to play.
Instagram @dionysus.group Website dionysusnyc.com
Photography by BFA & Erumuse
Event Production & Bar Catering by lioregroup.com
Private Security by meyersonassociates.com
The Surrogate Courthouse is a National Historic Landmark. Since 1899, this active courthouse has been a symbol of the Beaux art style, an architectural movement that has its roots in French neoclassic tradition, and reverberated throughout the American Northeast in the 19th and 20th centuries.
This event is strictly 21+. Photos below are from our previous gala at the same venue. Black tie attire.RSVP Here
Guinness world record attempt: DUCK DUCK GOOSE
Sat, Oct 24 at 1pm · New York
Reclaim your childhood and join the world’s largest game of duck duck goose!
For nearly fifteen years, two thousand one hundred thirty five children have held the Guinness World Record for the largest game of duck duck goose. It’s time for that record to change!
Invite everyone you know and gather on the great lawn.RSVP Here
Greenpoint StoopFest
Next Sun at 1pm · Bedford Avenue & Lorimer Street
Greenpoint StoopFest is a first-of-its-kind neighborhood festival.
Stoops are where people really connect, and the day is designed to make that happen – and to celebrate the history and communities that make Greenpoint what it is.
Timing:
1-5pm: Food, music and activities at hub on Lorimer between Nassau & Norman. Come early! Free food is limited :)
5-7pm: Closing party at the McCarren Parkhouse
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Come for the stoops. Stay for the neighbors.
Follow us @greenpointstoopfest
Questions? Email hello@greenpointstoopfest.com
Check us out in Greenpointers: greenpointers.com/2026/09/10/greenpoint-stoopfest-brings-neighbors-together-for-a-day-of-food-music-and-community-building/RSVP Here
cigarette exchange
Sat, Oct 17 at 4pm · New York
come exchange cool cigs from diff places. bring unique vapes too.
if anyone brings north korean cigarettes i’ll pay you $10 to bum one and give you a medal
*cigs at cig exchange don’t count obviRSVP Here
Riverside Park Dog Halloween Parade
Sat, Oct 24 at 12pm · New York
Dress your pups in their most creative costume and parade through the Park
The Parade meets at Dinosaur Playground and marches north to Ellington in the Park
To compete in the costume contest, check back in September!RSVP Here
Manifestoff IV
Next Thu at 6:30pm · New York
Eight copywriters. One kitchen. Zero actual cooking.
MANIFESTOFF IV is upon us and serving up another night of unnecessary competition, questionable judgment and some of the finest manifesto writing ever inspired by incredibly stupid briefs.
Watch as 8 contestants are handed a fresh brief and asked to COOK like it’s their first day on the job as a chef at Benihana. They’ll chop, reduce, season and plate their words in pursuit of the most coveted prize in competitive copywriting.
Will they serve? Will they get chopped? Will they be unc? Will someone use the phrase “in a world where” and be asked to leave immediately?
Come hungry. Come thirsty. Come ready to make an unreasonable amount of noise for people typing on laptops.
There will be FOOD.
There will be BEER.
There will be DRAMA.
Dress code: somewhere between Guy Fieri and a restaurant where the Caesar salad costs $34.
DOORS: 6:30 PM
FIRST COURSE: 7 PMRSVP Here
Park Slope Super Stoop
Sat at 11am · Brooklyn
"IT'S BACK! For the 2nd year, neighbors across Park Slope will transform their stoops into mini markets, giveaways, and gathering spots—creating one giant neighborhood-wide stoop sale."
Learn more: https://www.instagram.com/p/Db8PhRRoHiD/RSVP Here
The Annual Atlantic Antic
Sun at 9am · New York
A Brooklyn institution, The Annual Atlantic Antic™, produced by the Atlantic Avenue Local Development Corporation, is the oldest and largest street festival in Brooklyn and a joyful experience, looked forward to by residents of Brooklyn and beyond each year.
Strolling the avenue from Fourth to the Waterfront on a lovely fall day, is a celebration of ethnic tastings, fine arts and crafts from around the world, non-stop music and entertainment, and just pure fun. You’re likely to meet up with old friends or perhaps make new ones. You’ll want to spend the day, as there is just so much to see and do!RSVP Here
saxophone meetup. we rip careless whisper at the same time.
Sat at 12pm · New York
[DM me on ig (@prazul) if you plan on playing]
To every saxophone player/ally in New York City:
You may think you are better than this. You aren’t. WE aren’t. Come be a part of history.
Best,
PrazulRSVP Here
Halloween Bar Crawl
Fri, Oct 30 at 6pm · Manhattan
NYC's Halloween Bar Crawl is hitting the East Village's best bars for two nights of pure chaos
$20 gets you waived cover charges, up to 50% off drink specials, contests, and free entry to every participating venue on the list (think Coyote Ugly, Cheers NYC, Mama's Bar, Skinny Nightclub, and a dozen more.)
Grab your friends, throw on a costume, and let the crawl do the planning for you!RSVP Here
Longshot Cinema 008
Fri, Oct 2 at 8pm · Brooklyn
We’re so back. With 6 new shorts to share with you in real life.
Doors at 8 / Films at 9
IG: @longshotcinemaRSVP Here
Loess Presents: Stargazing in the City
Fri, Oct 2 at 7pm · New York
It's a clear night for looking up. We're taking Loess off the trail and up to the sky for an evening of stargazing in the city.
Loess is about getting more women outdoors, and building the sisterhood that makes it feel less scary and way more fun. So we're heading uptown to Carl Schurz Park, where the Amateur Astronomers Association sets up telescopes for free public viewing, no experience required!
We'll meet on the esplanade (John Finley Walk), with views of the East River, Roosevelt Island, and the skyline beyond. Enter at E 87th Street if you'd rather skip the stairs at 86th.
This is a women-centered gathering, and allies are welcome. See you under the stars!RSVP Here
Spelling Bee!
Mon at 7:30pm · Brooklyn
We’re bringing back the Tuffet spelling bee & adding more spots this time!
In March we hosted a bee and you guys got pretty competitive …. Come drink, spell, hangout with friends, and potentially win a prize (we’re still deciding what it is) !RSVP Here
p0rtals by v? & Micca
Fri to Sun · New York
'p0rtals' brings together Australian artists v? (@paints.v) and Micca (@micca) for a limited joint exhibition in New York City.
Presenting a selection of their latest works, 'p0rtals' offers a glimpse into two completely different internal worlds, anchored together by the exploration of inner psychology.
For 3 days only, v? & Micca's works will be available for viewing + collecting as well as limited edition merch at 213 Bowery from 11AM-6PM on 9/25-27.
A specialty matcha menu will be available each morning from 11AM-2PM & there will be a designated photo station all weekend.
Special thanks to Hawa Matcha, Yuzuco, Pop & Bottle & Checkpoint Photos. Email team@theunstable.co for any inquiries +/- questions.RSVP Here
FAD Market Fall Pop Up
Sat, Oct 3 at 11am · New York
FAD Market opens at Dumbo's Empire Stores this fall with monthly weekend pop-ups featuring 35+ makers, designers, and small businesses.
You'll find handmade jewelry, apparel, bath and body care, tableware, and artisanal food, all inside the historic waterfront building
Grab a bite at Time Out Market, catch rooftop views, or wander over to Brooklyn Bridge Park and Jane's Carousel after you shop
Free and open to the public, pets welcome. Accessible via York St (F) and High St (A/C), or the NYC Ferry to Dumbo/Fulton FerryRSVP Here