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February 20, 2026. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.

New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).

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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!

The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, February 20, 2026!

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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.

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Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (February 20, 2026) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!

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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!

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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
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'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).

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55 free  things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Friday, February 20, 2026

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Morning Tai Chi

Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 am
Free
Museumss, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Adult Zumba

Classical Music | Chamber Music (on period instruments) in a Famous Museum


Experience live performances by Juilliard scholars on period instruments, exploring historical music in dialogue with the museum's collection. This series offers a rare chance to hear early music brought to life in the gallery setting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free
Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Chamber Music (on period instruments) in a Famous Museum

Workshop | Crafting Community


Bring your own craft or art project to work on!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Crafting Community

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Afternoon Bach

Film | One of Them Days (2025): Buddy Comedy with Keke Palmer & SZA


When best friends and roommates Dreux and Alyssa discover Alyssa's boyfriend has blown their rent money, the duo finds themselves going to extremes in a race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact. Director: Lawrence Lamont Cast: Keke Palmer, SZA, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams Keke Palmer is an American actress, singer, and entertainer. She has earned numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and nominations for a Daytime Emmy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. In 2019, Time magazine included her on its list of most influential people in the world. SZA is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She's known for her diaristic lyrics and alternative R&B sound incorporating multiple genres. One of Them Days is the first film she's starred in. Over the course of her career, she's earned several accolades, including five Grammy Awards, a Brit Award, an American Music Award, a Guild of Music Supervisors Award, and two Billboard Women in Music awards, including Woman of the Year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, One of Them Days (2025): Buddy Comedy with Keke Palmer & SZA

Film | Remember the Titans (2000):  American Biographical Sports Drama with Denzel Washington


In Virginia, high school football is a way of life, an institution revered, each game celebrated more lavishly than Christmas, each playoff distinguished more grandly than any national holiday. And with such recognition, comes powerful emotions. In 1971, high school football was everything to the people of Alexandria. But when the local school board was forced to integrate an all black school with an all white school, the very foundation of football's great tradition was put to the test. Director: Boaz Yakin Cast: Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Donald Faison, Nicole Ari Parker Denzel Washington is an American actor, and filmmaker known for his dramatic roles. In 2020, he was named "the greatest actor of the 21st century" by the New York Times. He's very accomplished, receiving two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, and a Tony Award, plus two Emmys and a Grammy Award. He was awarded the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2019, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2025.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Remember the Titans (2000):&nbsp; American Biographical Sports Drama with Denzel Washington

Jazz | Live Lunchtime Tunes


Enjoy an afternoon featuring Columbia students playing jazz music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Live Lunchtime Tunes

Film | Fences (2016): Period Drama with Denzel Washington & Viola Davis


A working-class African-American father tries to raise his family in the 1950s, while coming to terms with the challenges in his own life. Director: Denzel Washington Cast: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jovan Adepo, Russell Hornsby Denzel Washington is an American actor, and filmmaker known for his dramatic roles. In 2020, he was named "the greatest actor of the 21st century" by the New York Times. He's very accomplished, receiving two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, and a Tony Award, plus two Emmys and a Grammy Award. He was awarded the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2019, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2025. Viola Davis is an actress and film producer. Her accolades include both the Triple Crown of Acting and EGOT. Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2012 and 2017. The New York Times ranked her ninth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century. Davis received the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2025.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Films, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Fences (2016): Period Drama with Denzel Washington & Viola Davis

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Tour | Explore Collection Which Features Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More


Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
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Tours, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Explore Collection Which Features Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More

Talk | Graphic Designer Discusses Exhibit on New York & the Arab World (In Person AND Online!)


Graphic designer Wael Morcos examines the history of Arabic typography in the library’s latest exhibition. Drawing on early 20th-century Arabic newspapers and books featured in the library’s latest exhibition, Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City, Wael Morcos, the designer behind the exhibition’s typography, explores how Arabic type evolved in New York. Morcos highlights the often-overlooked contributions of Middle Eastern and North African creatives to the field, revealing a rich history of Arabic print in the city and its impact on visual culture.
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Talks, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Graphic Designer Discusses Exhibit on New York & the Arab World (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Learn how to Play Indigenous Games from the Americas


Games play an essential role in Native community life. In this interactive program, Museum Educators introduce traditional Indigenous games from across the Americas. Participants will learn the cultural significance of each game and how to play them. The program is active, hands-on, and welcoming to all ages.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:30 pm
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Workshops, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Learn how to Play Indigenous Games from the Americas

Classical Music | Art Songs & Arias by Robert Schumann, Verdi, Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Sophia Baete, Mezzo-Soprano, Program: William Bolcom (1938-) Cabaret Songs Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Dichterliebe Paolo Tosti (1846-1916) Sogno Giuseppe Verdi (1813-1901) Stornello Amy Beach (1867-1944) Three Browning Songs Manuel de Falla (1876-1946) Siete canciones populares Españolas Luciano Berio (1925-2003) Berio Folk Songs Frank Bridge (1879–1941) Love went a-riding Sam Cooke (1931-1964) Cupid Patsy Cline (1932-1963) Back in Baby’s Arms
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Art Songs & Arias by Robert Schumann, Verdi, Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Gallery Talk | Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art


Museum experts examine depictions of the human figure in medieval works, and the talk discusses relationships, identity, and expression in history, uncovering new ways to engage with these powerful works of art.
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Gallery Talks, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art

Workshop | Play Chess


Sharpen your mind, meet new people, and enjoy this timeless game. Chess sets and timers are provided. Adults only.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Play Chess

Workshop | Tote Bag Painting with Local Artists


Enjoy a tote bag painting workshop led by New York artists CAZORLA + SALEME!  Enjoy food and beverages while personalizing your unique tote bag, designed to represent this space and showcase your own creative flair. All materials will be provided! The leading artists CAZORLA + SALEME have years of experience designing inclusive art workshops. Every gathering aims to provide a safe space where participants can explore their creativity, reduce anxiety, and mitigate the stress of everyday life in the city. Each workshop includes a range of materials, such as acrylics and fabric paints, professional permanent markers and brushes, and a curated collection of stencils with nature motifs and uplifting words
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Tote Bag Painting with Local Artists

Classical Music | Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Prokofiev, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Carlos Walker, viola. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Cello Suite No. 5 Andrea Casarrubios (1988-) Armadura Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953) (arr. Vadim Borisovsky) Romeo and Juliet
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Prokofiev, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Museums | American History and Artifact Collections


Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. Last admission is at 7 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, American History and Artifact Collections

Opening Reception | Black History Month Art Showcase on the Theme of Memory


This Black History Month Art Showcase represents an exploration of memory as a source of strength, resilience, and transformation that invites viewers to consider their own legacy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Black History Month Art Showcase on the Theme of Memory

Museums | Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum


This museum is an assemblage of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints inside a historic building. Registration opens 7 days in advance & does sell out.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum: Ailey West African Dance Class Celebrating Black History Month


Celebrate Black History Month with a pop-up West African dance class led by Ailey Extension instructor Maguette Camara. Open to all ages and experience levels, this energetic class explores traditional movement and rhythm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
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Museumss, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum: Ailey West African Dance Class Celebrating Black History Month

Poetry Reading | Hear New Poetry from Prize-Winning Poets (+ Signing)


Experience a reading by Richie Hoffmann and MaKshya Tolbert, followed by a reception/signing, with books for sale. Richie Hofmann is the recipient of a 2025 Guggenheim Fellowship and a 2025 Literature Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. His poetry appears in two previous collections, A Hundred Lovers and Second Empire, and in The Paris Review, The New Yorker, Poetry, and The Yale Review. MaKshya Tolbert practices poetry and placemaking in Virginia. Her recent poetry and prose can be found at Poem-a-Day, Poets for Science, Emergence Magazine, West Branch, Ran Off With the Star Bassoon, and elsewhere. Shade is a place is MaKshya's first book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free
Poetry Readings, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Hear New Poetry from Prize-Winning Poets (+ Signing)

Classical Music | Art Songs & Arias by Sibelius, Debussy, & Mahler (In Person AND Online!)


Lauren Randolph, Mezzo-Soprano. Program: Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) "Var det en dröm?" Op. 37 No. 4 & No. 5 Claude Debussy (1862-1918) Cinq poèmes de Charles Baudelaire Alma Mahler (1879-1964) Rückert-Lieder
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Art Songs & Arias by Sibelius, Debussy, & Mahler (In Person AND Online!)

Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum


This special, all-ages evening celebrates the art and the city. Explore in the galleries, get creative with drop-in drawing sessions, and see a film in the theaters. Museum stores and cafe will be open, too, so you can grab a bite, get drinks, or shop for unique design objects. Free for New York State residents but must be reserved in advance (up to two adults), and are subject to availability and proof of residency. Tickets are released one week in advance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum

Classical Music | Modern Cello Works by Barber, Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Boubacar Diallo, cello. Program: John Corigliano (1938-) Fancy on A Bach Air Samuel Barber (1910-1981) Sonata for Cello and Piano in C Minor, Op 6 Amy Beach (1867-1944) (arr. Joel Lee) Romance Adolphus Hailstork (1941-) Draw the Sacred Circle Closer
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Modern Cello Works by Barber, Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Talk | Cinema Talk: Exploring Chinese & Japanese Independent Documentary


This talk examines Chinese independent documentary through the metaphor of the tidal front--a dynamic zone where different cinematic, cultural, and institutional currents collide, intermingle, and resist stabilization. Rather than framing Japan as a fixed national context or a site of unilateral influence, the lecture focuses on moments and sites of encounter where Chinese and Japanese filmmakers, films, and audiences have come into contact, often in Japan but not reducible to it.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free
Talks, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Cinema Talk: Exploring Chinese & Japanese Independent Documentary

Opening Reception | Cloud Inspired Abstract Paintings 


Sabrina Piersol’s debut exhibition in New York features eleven large abstract paintings showcasing clouds, dew points, and transformation thresholds. Using a limited palette of blues, yellows, and whites, she combines phenomenological observation with lyrical abstraction. The series draws inspiration from Colorado’s winter sky, folk charms known as Milagros, and the hardy rabbitbrush plant.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Cloud Inspired&nbsp;Abstract Paintings&nbsp;

Concert | Open Session: Traditional Irish Music 


Enjoy vibrant evenings filled with traditional Irish music. There is a slow session for beginners from 6 pm to 8 pm, followed by a traditional session for experienced players from 8 pm to 11 pm Audience members are encouraged to join the music at any time. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Open Session: Traditional Irish Music&nbsp;

Classical Music | Piano Works by Chopin & More


Tarik Kaan Alkan, piano. Program: Muzio Calementi (1752-1832) Sonata, Op. 9, No. 3 in E-flat Major Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) Sonata No. 3 in B Minor
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Piano Works by Chopin & More

Opening Reception | Reflections in Rust: Sculpture & Installation


Experience a display of sculptural installations in which salvaged industrial debris, marble, and gold leaf are transformed into haunting hybrids, electrical tubes mimic bones, rusted springs coil into helices, and porcelain shards evoke memento mori. The piece contrasts the decay of Midwestern factories with glowing marine blues, encouraging viewers to look through a metaphorical mirror into hidden histories and alternative realities.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Reflections in Rust: Sculpture & Installation

Classical Music | Two Vocalists Perform an Evening of Song, Style, & Swagger


Crossing continents and cultures, Shelen Hughes Camacho and Joseph Parrish offer an evening highlighting their heritage with a unique blend of song, style, and swagger. Deeply rooted in identity, their performances break the rules of what it means to be "classical singers." Spanning from the blues and romances of North America to the cuecas and canciones of South America, these two artists inject love, life, and dynamism into each moment on stage.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Two Vocalists Perform an Evening of Song, Style, & Swagger

Opening Reception | Window Shopping: Mixed‑Media Paintings


Melissa Brown’s solo exhibition showcases lively mixed-media canvases that combine screen-printed photographs with impasto acrylic, oil, and CMYK silkscreen. The artworks portray New York City storefront windows as theatrical stages of desire, referencing the traditions of Rauschenberg, Johns, and Warhol.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Window Shopping: Mixed‑Media Paintings

Author Reading | Writers' Showcase: Short, Original Works on Opportunity & Difficulty


Prepare to be surprised and captivated when members of the National Arts Club's Literary Committee present short readings from their original works on the theme of creating opportunity from difficulty - or even crisis - in a world where problems are never in short supply.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
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Author Readings, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Writers' Showcase: Short, Original Works on Opportunity & Difficulty

Screening | The Mezcalarians (2023): Documentary/Narrative Film on Mezcal (+ Mezcal Tasting)


Explorers Justin Fornal and Chad Anderson screen their latest collaboration and an interactive mezcal tasting. The Mezcalarians, “a psychedelic-mezcal-pickled-Western”, straddles narrative and documentary film and is a love letter to Oaxaca, one of the most unique regions on the planet. Armed with only machetes and mezcal, three friends embark on an expedition to carry a 50-gallon wood barrel of fermenting agave through remote corners of the region. Along the way, the trio meets some of Oaxaca's greatest artisans keeping Pre-Colombian indigenous culture and tradition alive. Justin Fornal is an award-winning writer and filmmaker using storytelling and activism to showcase vanishing traditions in crisis zones with expertise in ancient textile production, traditional food, and the material culture of ritual.  Director: Justin Fornal Cast: Justin Fornal, Chad Anderson
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Screenings, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, The Mezcalarians (2023): Documentary/Narrative Film on Mezcal (+ Mezcal Tasting)

Book Discussion | Vogue Photographer Sante D’Orazio Shares His Memoir


Photographer Sante D’Orazio, author of A Shot in the Dark: A Memoir, in conversation with Grazia d’Annunzio, Università degli Studi di Milano. What does it take to truly see an icon? Since the 1980s, Sante D’Orazio, Vogue‘s legendary photographer, has done just that. His lens, renowned for its provocative, sensual, yet distinctively informal style, has immortalized the faces that shaped our cultural landscape: from the most iconic supermodels and actors to electrifying rock stars and music legends.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Book Discussions, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Vogue Photographer&nbsp;Sante D&rsquo;Orazio Shares His Memoir
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Performances, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Then, Now, Next.. Theatrical Journey

Classical Music | Diverse Piano Works 


Young pianists from the Czech Republic and Mannes School of Music share the stage in exploration of wide variety of piano repertoire from past till present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Diverse Piano Works&nbsp;

Concert | DJ Cory Giles Takes the Stage


Brooklyn native Cory Giles is behind the decks, bringing with him ten years of deep experience in the music industry. From Def Jam Recordings to Hot 97, Giles has been involved in music programming and development across all music platforms. Giles has worked with brands such as Louis Vuitton, The Mohegan Sun, The W, Tidal, NCAA, and the WNBA. He has played sets for celebrities such as John Legend, Luke Combs, and Jack Harlow, to name a few. In October ‘22, Cory became a member of The World Famous Shadyville DJs crew.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Performances, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Immersive Operatic Drama

Discussion | Musician & Performer Carlos Mateu Demonstrates & Speaks on Afro-Latin Music


Enjoy an enlightening discussion and demonstration by Carlos Mateu, a percussion artist, dancer, and musicologist, in revealing the African roots of popular Latin music. He will lead the audience through live percussion, basic Cuban rumba movement, and the historical and cultural context of Latin dance music. iAfroSabor is a New York City–based Afro-Latin dance culture organization rooted in Black joy, identity, and belonging. It centers Afro-Latin dances while explicitly honoring their Afro-diasporic origins. AfroSabor creates intentional cultural spaces where Black dancers gather to dance, learn, and build community without having to explain or minimize their identity. The organization's work is culture-first, prioritizing lineage, musicality, and communal exchange over performance or aesthetics. Through classes, socials, and community events, AfroSabor cultivates a living dance culture grounded in Black history and collective joy.
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Comedy Clubs, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Stand Up Comedy

Party | Celebrate the Lunar New Year with DJ Gia Fu


Audiences are in for an unforgettable Lunar New Year with this dance party featuring the captivating sounds of international DJ star and producer Gia Fu. A Hong Kong native, Fu's Canton Mambo project fuses salsa, Afro-Latin, and Asian music, culminating in a work of meticulous research, knowledge-sharing, and collective celebration. A global star, Fu has completed several major tours across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America and has created work with such artists as GRAMMY-nominated Angel Melendez for a highly regarded full-length salsa album. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Tuesday before the event at noon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free
Partys, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Celebrate the Lunar New Year with DJ Gia Fu
7:30 pm
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Plays, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Historical Drama Exploring the Legacy of a Forgotten Explorer

Dance Performance | Various Dance Works (In Person AND Online!)


Enjoy a series of dance works choreographed and performed by students at NYU Tisch.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
Dance Performances, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Various Dance Works (In Person AND Online!)

Musical | True Love Never Did Run Smooth: An Operetta of Shakespearean Songs


Enjoy Shakespeare's songs brought to life in a beautiful quartet. An hour of music and Shakespeare filled with love, heartbreak, and hope. Shakespeare alludes to or includes the text of well over one hundred songs in his works. Music was an integral part of Elizabethan life, as it is today. London publishers were constantly producing broadside ballads, madrigals, and consort pieces, and most educated people could read music and play a tune on a recorder, lute, or viola da gamba. Performers: Laura Whittenberger, Soprano Anna Willson, Soprano Alex Lyons, Tenor, Recorders Garald Farnham, Baritone, Lutes
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free
Musicals, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, True Love Never Did Run Smooth: An Operetta of Shakespearean Songs
8:00 pm
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Films, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Award-Winning Indie Film Starring TV and Theater Veteran
8:00 pm
Regular: $20
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Plays, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Drama on Family Ties and Past Legacy
8:00 pm
Regular: $25
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Plays, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Emotional, Brave and Transformative Theater

Open Mic | Hear from Emerging Writers or Perform Your Own Work


Hear original work by local, emerging writers of all genres, or share some of your own pieces! All performers welcome! Hosted by novelist Ed Lin. Sign ups start from 7:30PM. 5-minute time slots.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Free
Open Mics, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Hear from Emerging Writers or Perform Your Own Work

Classical Music | Oboe Works by Mozart, Poulenc, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Rebecca Nelsen, oboe. Program: Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Three Romances, Op. 94 Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) Oboe Sonata Jan Kalivoda (1801-1866) Morceau de salon, Op. 228 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) Oboe Quartet in F Major, K. 370
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Oboe Works by Mozart, Poulenc, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Chopin, Beethoven, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Jack Gao, piano. Program: Jack Gao A Concert Speech with Music J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Prelude and Fugue in A-flat Major, BWV862, from The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book I Frederic Chopin (1810-1849) Etude in F Major, Op. 10 No. 8 Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Piano Sonata in E Minor, Op. 90 Liam Cummins A Creed of My Own Michael Daugherty (1954-) Van Vechten Variations
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Chopin, Beethoven, & More (In Person AND Online!)
8:00 pm
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Comedy Clubs, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Stand Up Comedy
8:30 pm
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Staged Readings, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, No Way Out - Drama
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Other | Uplifting Interactive Experience

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Play | "Crowd-Pleasing" Shakespeare Comedy

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Classical Music | Orchestral Masterpieces by Haydn and more

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