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New York is full of wonderful things to do beyond the must see and must do New York attractions such as the Empire State Building, Metropolitan Museum, Ellis Island, Rockefeller Center and St. Patrick's Cathedral. There are many more places to visit and places to see if you visit New York for more than several days, or if you live here!  

Go off the beaten path and find hidden treasures which cost you nothing, but are extremelly enjoyable and much less crowded then famous tourist spots.

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199 Best Free Events, Best Free Things to Do in New York City, NYC

We all know that best things in life are free, but nowhere it's true more than in New York (NYC).  Free shows, concerts, movies, tours, poetry readings, lessons of any kind (yoga, tai chi, tango, drawing, photography, etc.),  and many more free things to do happen all over the city every day of the year. Take a look at those free events that our editors think are the best things to do to in New York City at this point -- September 15, 2026 and on...   Please keep in mind that all those best things to do are free unless otherwise noted.

        

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Tour | A Walk Through Fashion, History, and Immigration: Garment District
Join born and raised New Yorker, Mike, in exploring the Garment District of New York. Learn about the ... more >> apparel industry developed in New York and how it came to be located in its current district. Expect to hear about iconic designers Ralph, Oscar, and Calvin, as well as the Gangsters and Labor Unions that shaped New York and this District. Tour Guide Mike has spent the greater portion of his life working in the Garment industry himself -- expect first-hand anecdotes and wisdom    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
10:30 am
to 12:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Tours, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, A Walk Through Fashion, History, and Immigration: Garment District
Play | Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Don Juan has abandoned Elvira, whom he seduced into breaking her vows and marrying him. Over the course ... more >> of a single adventure-filled day, he and his loyal sidekick, Sganarelle, encounter many of the people Don Juan has betrayed. As he seduces women, defies social conventions, mocks religion, and revels in provocation, his appetite for transgression seems impossible to satisfy. Yet the signs are unmistakable: the walls are closing in. Will he truly repent? Or will he just pretend to, like so many around him, and continue down the same path to the bitter end? Playwright: Moliere Translator/Adaptor: Stephen Wadsworth Director: Lucie Tiberghien Cast: Keshav Moodliar, Kaliswa Brewster, Naomi Lorrain, Daniel Pearce, Michelle Veintimilla This presentation will feature live original cello music by Drama Desk-nominated composer Johnathan Moore.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
11:00 am
to 1:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Film | The Living Daylights (1987): James Bond Spy Film
After a defecting Russian general reveals a plot to assassinate foreign spies, James Bond is assigned ... more >> a secret mission to dispatch the new head of the KGB to prevent an escalation of tensions between the Soviet Union and the West. Director: John Glen Cast: Timothy Dalton, Maryam d'Abo, Joe Don Baker, Art Malik    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, The Living Daylights (1987): James Bond Spy Film
Reading | Socialize with Likeminded Readers (Outdoors)
Grab a book, a picnic blanket, and a friend, and join silent reading sessions with ambient music, followed ... more >> by lively book discussions with fellow book lovers.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
3:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Readings, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Socialize with Likeminded Readers (Outdoors)
Museums | Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum
Explore the premier collections of modern and contemporary art in one of the world's most iconic architectural ... more >> landmarks. Tickets for Pay-What-You-Wish hours are available online only and released at 10 am the morning of the event.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum
Film | The Woman in the Window (1944): Film Noir Directed by Fritz Lang
A reserved professor meets a model and gets mixed up in murder. Director: Fritz Lang Cast: Edward ... more >> G. Robinson, Joan Bennett, Raymond Massey, Dan Duryea Fritz Lang was an Austrian filmmaker who worked in Germany and later in the United States. One of the best-known emigres from Germany's school of Expressionism, he was dubbed the "Master of Darkness" by the British Film Institute. He has been cited as one of the most influential filmmakers of all time.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, The Woman in the Window (1944): Film Noir Directed by Fritz Lang
Party | Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors
Organizers bring a wider selection of board games to the Games Cart at this event, with games like Ticket ... more >> to Ride, Carcassonne, Catan, King of Tokyo and more. Not sure what to play? The Games Hosts can help you find the perfect game and match up players!    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors
Park Walk | Walk along the East River: Learn about History, Architecture, & Ecology
Experienced park docents lead a walking tour to explore the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the area's ... more >> sustainable design and ecology, and how the park came to life!    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
6:00 pm
to 7:30 pm
free, registration required

Park Walks, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Walk along the East River: Learn about History, Architecture, & Ecology
Book Discussion | Bestselling Author/Musician Rita Indiana Shares Her New Supernatural Noir Book (+ Live Music)
The acclaimed musical artist and author discusses her new novel, Asmodeus, newly translated by Achy Obejas. ... more >> She will be in conversation with fellow writer and artist Gerardo Samano Cordova, and also perform "Rimas de Asmodeo" from the book with special musical guest, Yasser Tejada. Synopsis: Asmodeus, a millennia-old demon, has inhabited Rudy, a once-legendary Dominican rock star, for decades. But in 1992, the demon's powers begin to fade. What follows is a desperate weeklong odyssey as Asmodeus ricochets through the bodies of the inhabitants of Santo Domingo's underworld: from Guinea, a young metalhead plotting a warehouse heist, to Mireya, the daughter of a former torturer, to other souls caught in his chaotic orbit. Each possession reveals another layer of a city still reeling from the Balaguer dictatorship. And each new host engenders a surprising tenderness in the demon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
6:30 pm
to 7:30 pm
free, registration required

Book Discussions, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Bestselling Author/Musician Rita Indiana Shares Her New Supernatural Noir Book (+ Live Music)
Concert | Original Argentinian Tangos for Guitar Quartet
The guitarist and composer brings his new music to this stage from Buenos Aires. Adam Tully has been ... more >> living in Argentina for over a decade, and has created a body of original tangos. His latest project is Cuartetos guitarreros, released in 2024, with an upcoming second volume. This is a personal album in which Tully questions essential aspects of life such as: "How do I want to live?," "What's left after everything is gone?," and "Do I find my place in the city or do I sometimes need the peace of mind only the country can offer?" Tully takes listeners on a journey through the folkloric roots of tango, with song forms like vidalita, estilo, vals, and milonga, until arriving in an almost untimely way at the irreverent "trilonga" which in a way represents his voice: it's a new song form created by the composer, a "lopsided milonga" with an extra beat.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 15
7:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Concerts, September 15, 2026, 09/15/2026, Original Argentinian Tangos for Guitar Quartet

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Concert | Live Music in an Architectural Marvel
A live performance featuring a rotating lineup of artists curated by Sing for Hope.
   New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
12:00 pm
to 2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, Live Music in an Architectural Marvel
Museums | Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum
Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, this museum is known for its distinguished ... more >> Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
1:30 pm
to 5:30 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required

Museumss, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum
Jazz | NPR-Featured Ragtime & Stride Entertainer in the Park
Hit your stride with ragtime, stride, and jazz veteran Terry Waldo and his Gotham City Band. The protege ... more >> of the late Eubie Blake, he has produced over 40 albums and written the definitive book on ragtime, This is Ragtime - republished recently by Jazz At Lincoln Center.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
3:30 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, NPR-Featured Ragtime & Stride Entertainer in the Park
Workshop | An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
Classical Music | Piano Works by Liszt & More
Max Hammond, piano. Program: Elliott Carter (1908-2012) Piano Sonata Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Variations ... more >> on a Theme by Bach, S. 180    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, Piano Works by Liszt & More
Dancing | Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Teachers with Mi Salsa Dura Baile lead an evening of Latin rhythm and dancing! Each class starts off ... more >> with a lesson followed by an open dance floor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Discussion | Experts Discuss the Evolution of Brooklyn's Waterfront
Brooklyn's waterfront has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past century, shaped by changing ... more >> industries, maritime commerce, environmental challenges, and community advocacy. But what comes next? The program begins with a presentation by Dan Wiley, District Director for Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez, followed by a discussion, moderated by Julie Raskin ,the President and Chief Executive Officer of Waterfront Alliance, with waterfront experts, urban planners, and advocates about the policies, investments, and partnerships that have shaped Brooklyn's shoreline--and will influence its future. The evening concludes with an audience Q&A and a reception. Drawing on decades of experience in government, economic development, maritime transportation, and environmental leadership, panelists will explore how Brooklyn can balance a thriving working waterfront with ecological restoration, climate resilience, public access, and equitable economic growth.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
6:30 pm
free, registration required

Discussions, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, Experts Discuss the Evolution of Brooklyn's Waterfront
Film | Comrade Drakulich (2019): Hungarian Horror-Comedy
Vampires are among us! But no need to worry: the Hungarian Secret Police are after them, and beyond the ... more >> usual spy gadgets, they even use garlic to repel the beasts. Director: Mark Bodzsar Cast: Lili Walters, Ervin Nagy, Zsolt Nagy, Szabolcs Thuroczy, Eva Kerekes, Istvan Znamenak, Nelli Szucs, Roland Raba In Hungarian with English subtitles.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 16
6:30 pm
to 8:30 pm
free, RSVP required

Films, September 16, 2026, 09/16/2026, Comrade Drakulich (2019): Hungarian Horror-Comedy

Thursday, September 17, 2026

Classical Music | Piano Works by Schubert & Robert Schumann
Huan-Ching Chou, piano. Program: Franz Schubert (1797-1828) Piano Sonata No.14 in A Minor, D. 784 Robert ... more >> Schumann (1810-1856) Symphonic Etudes, Op. 13    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Piano Works by Schubert & Robert Schumann
Opening Reception | Members & Muses: Multi-Artist Exhibition on Defining Womanhood
Archival works from the era of exclusion are juxtaposed with new juried works by contemporary women artists, ... more >> same subject, different hands, different authority. This is a show about who gets to define women. For a century, the answer was men. It isn't anymore. For a century, the image of women in American art was largely made by men. This exhibition puts that history on the wall and asks women artists to answer.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Opening Receptions, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Members & Muses: Multi-Artist Exhibition on Defining Womanhood
Film | Secret Beyond the Door (1947): Psychological Horror Thriller with Joan Bennett, from Fritz Lang
A playgirl marries a mysterious stranger with a disturbing obsession with murder in this expressionistic, ... more >> psychological thriller. Director: Fritz Lang Cast: Joan Bennett, Michael Redgrave Joan Bennett was a stage, film, and television actress. Beginning her career on the stage, Bennett appeared in more than 70 films from the era of silent films, well into the sound era. She is best remembered for her film noir femme fatale roles in director Fritz Lang's films and for her television role as matriarch Elizabeth Collins Stoddard in the gothic 1960s soap opera Dark Shadows, for which she was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Daytime Programming at the 20th Primetime Emmy Awards in 1968. Fritz Lang was an Austrian film director, screenwriter, and producer who worked in Germany and later the United States. One of the best-known emigres from Germany's school of Expressionism, he was dubbed the "Master of Darkness" by the British Film Institute. He has been cited as one of the most influential filmmakers of all time.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Secret Beyond the Door (1947): Psychological Horror Thriller with Joan Bennett, from Fritz Lang
Classical Music | An Evening with an "Artist of Refined Taste and Musicianship" (Strad Magazine) Cellist & Pianist (In Person AND Online!)
Cellist Louise Dubin and pianist John Novacek.
   New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
6:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, registration required

Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, An Evening with an "Artist of Refined Taste and Musicianship" (Strad Magazine) Cellist & Pianist (In Person AND Online!)
Dancing | Sunset Salsa on the Pier
Get ready to dance the night away! Sunset Salsa returns for summer rhythm, hosted by acclaimed dancer ... more >> and choreographer Talia Castro-Pozo, hailed by Latina Magazine as "The Woman of Salsa." Each evening begins with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson and a vibrant open dance party under the setting sun. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious first-timer, all are welcome to join this joyful, high-energy celebration of Latin dance. 6:30 PM: Beginner Lessons 7:15 PM: Open Dance    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Sunset Salsa on the Pier
Talk | Architects, City Council Members, & More Discuss the Reality of City Planning
This program brings together thinkers from design, art, and politics to discuss the complex factors of ... more >> urban planning, from affordability to aesthetics and public space. Panelists include City Council Member Shekar Krishnan, artist David Brooks, and architect Savina Romanos. WNYC and Gothamist's Liam Quigley moderates    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
7:00 pm
to 8:30 pm
free, RSVP required

Talks, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Architects, City Council Members, & More Discuss the Reality of City Planning
Festival | Immersive Outdoor Light Festival
Step into a park where interactive art, dazzling installations, and live DJs transform the night. Explore, ... more >> play, and dance under the stars in a luminous experience.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
7:00 pm
to 11:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Festivals, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Immersive Outdoor Light Festival
Concert | Carnegie Hall & TV Featured Performers Lead Yiddish Sing-a-Long in the Park
The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene performs with a bold, joyful lineup of emerging talent and distinctive ... more >> voices. The performance features an exciting roster of rising stars, including Yair Keydar, the 13-year-old Star Search veteran; Yosef Kogan, the 13-year-old violin prodigy who has performed at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall, and the Prague String Festival; The Mamales, a dynamic trio of young women singers who met while performing Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish; Riki Rose, a Yiddish singer, songwriter, comedian from Williamsburg's Satmar community; Margot Weintraub, the young actress and singer best known for roles in the Amazon series Hunters and Sarah Silverman's Off-Broadway show The Bedwetter; and special guests The Shvesters, a dazzling and distinctive duo that transform classic Yiddish melodies into new jazz arrangements. Serving as masters of ceremony are the stars of the Canadian web series YidLife Crisis, collaborating with Frank London's Klezmer All Stars, a brass group that blends Yiddish, Hasidic music, and Klezmer with electronic beats.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
7:00 pm
to 10:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Carnegie Hall & TV Featured Performers Lead Yiddish Sing-a-Long in the Park
Screening | Zoolander (2001): Comedy Film with All-Star Cast (on the Plaza)
Clear the runway for Derek Zoolander, VH1's three-time male model of the year. His face falls when hippie-chic ... more >> Hansel scooters in to steal this year's award. The evil fashion guru Mugatu seizes the opportunity to turn Derek into a killing machine. It's a well-designed conspiracy and only with the help of Hansel and a few well-chosen accessories like Matilda can Derek make the world safe for male models everywhere. Director: Ben Stiller Cast: Ben Stiller, Owen Wilson, Will Ferrell, Christine Taylor, Milla Jovovich Bring your own blankets or portable chairs and enjoy this cinematic experience. Limited seating will be provided on a first come, first serve basis, with or without a ticket.This movie screening will have a special surprise activation, photo opportunity, or freebie to create a memorable experience for attendees.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Screenings, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Zoolander (2001): Comedy Film with All-Star Cast (on the Plaza)
Classical Music | Song Cycle Featuring Grammy-Winning Musicians + Dancing & Visual Arts
Equally praised for his work as a composer and advocate for the art of opera, baritone Will Liverman ... more >> has been called "a voice for this historic moment" by The Washington Post. The NYC premiere of Liverman's latest large-scale composition, Songs of Humanity & Peace, integrates dance from choreographer/performer Amina Vargas, unique illustrations from visual artist Marcela Avelar, and musical accompaniment from Grammy-nominated pianist Adam Tendler. Lyrical poetry crafted by Liverman, Jonathan King, Tesia Kwarteng, and Sara Teasdale anchors this ambitious, nine-movement song cycle. An optimistic musical exploration into finding meaning in the small things can evoke our humanity, helping us move forward collectively and in beauty. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 17
7:30 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, fast-track option...

Concerts, September 17, 2026, 09/17/2026, Song Cycle Featuring Grammy-Winning Musicians + Dancing & Visual Arts

Friday, September 18, 2026

Tour | Art Deco Architecture Tour
Guides lead a walking tour focusing on iconic buildings in the area.
   New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Tours, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Art Deco Architecture Tour
Film | Noises Off (1991): Comedy Film with Carol Burnett & Michael Caine
A traveling theater group finds so much action going on behind the scenes that they almost ruin the performances. ... more >> Director: Peter Bogdanovich Cast: Carol Burnett, Michael Caine, Denholm Elliott, Julie Hagerty, Marilu Henner, Mark Linn-Baker, Christopher Reeve, John Ritter, Nicollette Sheridan Carol Burnett is a comedian, actress, singer, and writer. Burnett has played dramatic and comedic roles on stage and screen. She has received numerous awards and accolades, including seven Golden Globe Awards, a Grammy Award, seven Primetime Emmy Awards, twelve People's Choice Awards, two Peabody Awards and a Tony Award. Burnett was honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1975, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005, the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2013, and the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2015. Michael Caine is an English retired actor. He has appeared in more than 160 films over a career spanning eight decades and is considered a British film icon. He has received numerous awards including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Caine is one of only five male actors to be nominated for an Academy Award for acting in five different decades. Short film discussion to follow.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
1:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Noises Off (1991): Comedy Film with Carol Burnett & Michael Caine
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

Fri, Sep 18
2:00 pm
to 5:15 pm
free, 1 drink...

Concerts, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)
Author Reading | New Works by Prize-Winning Poets & More (+ Signing)
A reading by Stine An, Noah Arhm Choi (in honor of Theo LeGro), Benedict Nguyen, and Bobuq Sayed followed ... more >> by a reception/signing with books for sale. Stine An is a Korean American poet, literary translator, and performer based in New York City. Her poems and translations have appeared in Best American Experimental Writing, Best Literary Translations, Electric Literature, Poem-a-Day, and elsewhere. Her publications include S_MMER CR_SH (2025), Winter Night Rabbit Worries (2026), and Today's Morning Vocabulary (2025) by South Korean poet Yoo Heekyung, and B-Dragon Suite. Noah Arhm Choi is the author of Cut to Bloom, winner of the 2019 Jack McCarthy Prize. A Lambda Literary Poet-In-Residence and Valentine's Editor for Honey Literary, they received an MFA from Sarah Lawrence, and their work appears in The Adroit Journal, Split this Rock, The Rumpus, Foglifter, and elsewhere. Noah was shortlisted for the Poetry International Prize and received the Ellen Conroy Kennedy Poetry Prize, alongside fellowships from Kundiman, the Sewanee Writers' Conference, and the Adirondack Center for Writing. Theo LeGro was a queer Vietnamese-American poet and both a Kundiman Mentorship Lab Fellow and Kundiman Retreat Fellow. Their debut, Don't Let It Kill You, was the winner of the 2025 Lexi Rudnitsky First Book Prize in Poetry from Persea Books. Benedict Nguyen is a freelance dancer and creative producer. Her writing on labor and culture has appeared in The Baffler, BOMB, Los Angeles Review of Books, Vanity Fair, among other publications. Bobuq Sayed is a queer cultural worker of the Afghan diaspora. In 2024, they published the chapbook A Brief History of Australian Terror and, in 2026, their debut novel, No God But Us, was released worldwide.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Author Readings, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, New Works by Prize-Winning Poets & More (+ Signing)
Party | Autumnal Garden Party
Gardeners can celebrate the end of summer and say hello to the cooler days of fall. Activity with Local ... more >> Nature Lab and garden treats to share. All are welcome!    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
5:00 pm
to 6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Autumnal Garden Party
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 ... more >> 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

Fri, Sep 18
5:30 pm
to 8:30 pm
free for New...

Museumss, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum
Movie in a Park | How To Train Your Dragon (2010): Animated Fantasy Film (Outdoors)
On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup ... more >> stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society. Directors: Chris Sanders, Dean DeBlois Cast: Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, Craig Ferguson, Jonah Hill, America Ferrera, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, Kristen Wiig, T.J. Miller Guests are welcome to bring their own food for picnicking and are encouraged to support nearby park concessions and neighborhood restaurants. Popcorn, water, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages (for those 21+) will be available for sale on-site. Attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets or small soft cushions, but reminded that lawn chairs and dogs are not permitted on the lawn, and glass bottles and outside alcohol are never allowed in the park.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Movie in a Parks, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, How To Train Your Dragon (2010): Animated Fantasy Film (Outdoors)
Classical Music | Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Brahms, & More
Adrian King, piano. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Toccata in G Minor, BWV 915 Johann Brahms (1833-1897) ... more >> Klavierstucke, Op. 76 Missy Mazzoli (1980-) No. 6 from New Piano Etudes    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
6:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Brahms, & More
Movie in a Park | The Addams Family (1991): Supernatural Black Comedy (on the Plaza)
When a man claiming to be long-lost Uncle Fester reappears after 25 years lost, the family plans a celebration ... more >> to wake the dead. But the kids barely have time to warm up the electric chair before Morticia begins to suspect Fester is fraud when he can't recall any of the details of Fester's life. Director: Barry Sonnenfeld Cast: Anjelica Huston, Raul Julia, Christopher Lloyd Bring your own blankets or portable chairs and enjoy this cinematic experience. Limited seating will be provided on a first come, first serve basis, with or without a ticket.This movie screening will have a special surprise activation, photo opportunity, or freebie to create a memorable experience for attendees.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Movie in a Parks, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, The Addams Family (1991): Supernatural Black Comedy (on the Plaza)
Dancing | Step Back in Time with Grammy-Nominated Swing Band
New Swing Sextet first graced a New York stage at the 1965 World's Fair; 60 years later they are still ... more >> swinging throughout the city. Known for their blend of Latin jazz, pop, and salsa - as well as contributions to the NYC-born genre of boogaloo -- New Swing Sextet recorded four albums for Cotique Records before disbanding in the early 1970s. Following a 25-year hiatus, the group reunited to release new material - including the Grammy-nominated Back on the Streets via Fania in 2008. Today, the band shares their classic New York sound with contemporary audiences: big percussion, vibrophone, harmonies, and swinging rhythms for salsa dancers. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 18
7:30 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, fast-track option...

Dancings, September 18, 2026, 09/18/2026, Step Back in Time with Grammy-Nominated Swing Band

Saturday, September 19, 2026

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson
A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic ... more >> paddling and safety instruction, be fitted with safety gear, and paddle in a protected area with trained volunteers nearby. No experience is needed, and children are welcome with a parent or guardian. Guests must know how to swim. First-come, first-served, sign-up line often closes early due to high demand.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
10:00 am
to 4:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Kayaking on the Hudson
Party | Wall Street Journal Puzzle Editor Hosts Crossword Puzzle Competition in the Park
Compete in Singles and Pairs divisions on three original puzzles by crossword guru Mike Shenk, with scoring ... more >> based on accuracy and speed. The top three will move to the final round. Prizes will be awarded in all divisions. Hosted by Mike Shenk, Puzzle Editor, The Wall Street Journal, and Amy Goldstein, Co-Founder, Puzzability.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
10:30 am
to 2:00 pm
free, registration required

Partys, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Wall Street Journal Puzzle Editor Hosts Crossword Puzzle Competition in the Park
Kids | Family Day Celebration: Dancing, Magic Show, Mozart Music, Face Painting, & More
An action-packed day of family-friendly entertainment. Kids can sing and dance along at a KIDZ BOP dance ... more >> party, enjoy a live magic show, and experience a special Mozart for Munchkins concert. Join The New York Historical and chat with living historians dressed in 18th-century period attire and make your own wearable tricorn hat from the Revolutionary Era! Throughout the day, families can also enjoy balloon artists, face painting, and more. Public square: 11AM - Lights, Music, Action! with Mozart for Munchkins 12PM - 3PM - 18th Century Fun by NY Historical 12:30PM - 1:15PM - KIDZ BOP Dance Party 2PM - Magic Show with fun, wonder and surprises by Omar Ollusion Inside the shops: 11AM - 3PM Face painting on Level 2 11AM - 3PM Balloon artists on Level 3    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
11:00 am
to 4:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Kidss, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Family Day Celebration: Dancing, Magic Show, Mozart Music, Face Painting, & More
Tour | Outdoor Public Art Walkthrough: In-Depth Look at New Works
With 120 acres of open space, this area is dot-ted with site-spe-cif-ic art. These works are meant to ... more >> prompt con-tem-pla-tion and encour-age vis-i-tors to engage with our var-ied land-scapes and histories. This guided tour is meant to give you an in-depth look at the space's pub-lic art-works, with the 2026 sea-son's new works focused on the theme of movement. Please note: these tours are held entire-ly out-doors. Please dress with the weath-er in mind.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
11:45 am
to 1:15 pm
free, donations welcome,...

Tours, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Outdoor Public Art Walkthrough: In-Depth Look at New Works
Film | The King and the Mockingbird (1980): French Animated Fantasy Film
Based on Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale "The Shepherdess and the Chimney Sweep," The King and the ... more >> Mockingbird follows two young protagonists as they flee the clutches of a tyrannical king. Aided by an insolent mockingbird who seeks revenge for the monarch's cruelty, the shepherdess and the chimney sweep discover a shadowy underground city. The film creates a surreal world where fairy-tale castles and labyrinthine passageways give way to stark industrial landscapes with unexpected mechanical inventions. As France's first drawn animated feature in color, The King and the Mockingbird has won the admiration of generations of viewers, filmmakers, artists, and illustrators. Beneath its fantastical imagery and sharp satire, the film offers an enduring tale of solidarity in the face of oppression. Director: Paul Grimault Cast: Jean Martin, Pascal Mazzotti, Raymond Bussieres In French with English subtitles. The screening will be preceded by a short video introduction by Ponti.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
1:30 pm
free, tickets required

Films, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, The King and the Mockingbird (1980): French Animated Fantasy Film
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

Sat, Sep 19
2:00 pm
to 5:15 pm
free, 1 drink...

Concerts, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)
Party | Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is ... more >> as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
2:45 pm
to 6:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Discussion | Cathartic Choruses: Strategies of Resistance and Resilience in Art
Panel discussion with members of Array Collective and invited artists to discuss varying strategies of ... more >> protest and catharsis in art practice. How using performative elements such as song, chanting, keening, and karaoke can work to both disconcert the oppressor and encourage collective solidarity amongst allies.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
4:00 pm
free, tickets required

Discussions, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Cathartic Choruses: Strategies of Resistance and Resilience in Art
Dancing | Party on the Waterfront with Live DJs
DJ collective Papi Juice guest curates this evening. Set against the waterfront skyline, come together ... more >> for music, movement, and community. Dance together under the open sky, watch a beautiful sunset, and create some magic! DJs for the evening are Papi Juice's own Oscar Nn & Adam R., Precious Renee Tucker, and Soul Summit. Guests are welcome to bring food and non-alcoholic beverages to picnic (no glass or outside alcohol allowed). Snacks, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase on-site.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
4:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Party on the Waterfront with Live DJs
Dancing | Tango Dancing in the Park, All Levels Welcome
Local and international dancers and spectators meet for an unforgettable evening. The atmosphere is casual, ... more >> inviting everyone to enjoy the music, the dance, and the romantic setting of the park at sunset. It's an experience you won't want to miss! Beginner lessons start around 7:00 PM, open to all. All levels welcome, from beginners to experts. No partner needed. The dance floor is paved with stones, so wear comfortable shoes. Chalk is provided to make shoes more slippery for easier dancing. In case of rain, the event is moved to a location available at the link provided.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free. donations suggested

Dancings, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, Tango Dancing in the Park, All Levels Welcome
Concert | An Evening of Eclectic Beats
DJ Malik Rio is a multitalented DJ and creative visionary proudly representing Harlem, curating music ... more >> that reflects his passion for sound, fashion, and self-expression. With a distinctive musical style, he creates experiences that feel authentic, expressive, and uniquely his own. Malik has played the turntables at venues including The Row Harlem, Harlem Hookah, Pianos, The Williamsburg Hotel, Harlem Mason, Mr. Purple, and Water Grill, building a loyal following while continuing to bring music, creativity, and style together through his artistry.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, An Evening of Eclectic Beats
Festival | 15th Annual Morningside Lights Procession
A procession of awe-inspiring handmade lanterns floating through Morningside Park, returns this fall ... more >> with A Common Thread, a theme that explores the visual patterns and motifs that surround us. That transformative year sparked a wave of experimentation and social consciousness that still fuels contemporary life and art-making.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 19
8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Festivals, September 19, 2026, 09/19/2026, 15th Annual Morningside Lights Procession

Sunday, September 20, 2026

Tour | Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Brooklyn Bridge, Financial District, 9/11 Memorial
This complimentary shuttle loops through more than 30 locations across Lower Manhattan, covering major ... more >> sites from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Financial District and the World Trade Center area. Busses arrive about every 15 minutes throughout the day. Riders can board or exit at any marked stop, with unlimited trips at no cost. Dayly service.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
10:00 am
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Tours, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Brooklyn Bridge, Financial District, 9/11 Memorial
Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson
A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic ... more >> paddling and safety instruction, be fitted with safety gear, and paddle in a protected area with trained volunteers nearby. No experience is needed, and children are welcome with a parent or guardian. Guests must know how to swim. First-come, first-served, sign-up line often closes early due to high demand.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
10:00 am
to 4:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Kayaking on the Hudson
Concert | Rock, Pop, & Crowd-Favorite Hits in the Park
A family-friendly experience featuring an interactive mix of entertainment and activities for all ages. ... more >> From live performances to playful, hands-on activations, each event is designed to spark joy, creativity, and connection. Enjoy a high-energy, live performance with Mike Risko Band Acoustic, featuring rock, pop, and crowd-favorite hits, brought to life.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
11:00 am
to 1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Rock, Pop, & Crowd-Favorite Hits in the Park
Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection ... more >> of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
11:00 am
to 5:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required

Museumss, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions
Museums | Explore the Human Body as a Musical Instrument at a Landmark Museum
Multidisciplinary artists, musicians, and experts who contributed to the exhibition celebrate Musical ... more >> Bodies. From clapping hands and tapping feet to beatboxing and whistling, the human body is a musical instrument. Musical Bodies examines how musical instruments, in turn, often draw their form and decoration from human bodies, emerging as powerful vehicles that represent voices, actions, and identity. Take a deep dive into the exhibition's themes with dynamic presentations, conversations, and performances that explore the relationship between musical instruments and the body.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
11:00 am
to 4:30 pm
free with museum...

Museumss, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Explore the Human Body as a Musical Instrument at a Landmark Museum
Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
Workshop | Solar Gazing on the Pier with Special Equipment
The Amateur Astronomers Association and solar gazing bring solar telescopes specifically designed to ... more >> safely look at the sun and see sunspots and prominences under a summer sky. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Solar Gazing on the Pier with Special Equipment
Party | Reading on the Lawn: Bring a Book & Make New Friends (+ Live Music)
A summery Sunday afternoon for reading and socializing. Live music. Waterfront views. A couple hundred ... more >> people reading together for the afternoon. What to expect: A low-key, unplugged Sunday afternoon on the waterfront 1 hour of reading to live music 1-on-1 breakout conversations and group discussion with fellow readers What to bring: BYO blanket (or towel, or yoga mat, no chairs on the lawn, please!) BYO book (any book, any genre, whatever you want to read) BYO sunscreen, water, sunglasses, and hat A friend if you want, or come solo!    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, registration required

Partys, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Reading on the Lawn: Bring a Book & Make New Friends (+ Live Music)
Party | Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is ... more >> as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
2:45 pm
to 6:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Play | Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Don Juan has abandoned Elvira, whom he seduced into breaking her vows and marrying him. Over the course ... more >> of a single adventure-filled day, he and his loyal sidekick, Sganarelle, encounter many of the people Don Juan has betrayed. As he seduces women, defies social conventions, mocks religion, and revels in provocation, his appetite for transgression seems impossible to satisfy. Yet the signs are unmistakable: the walls are closing in. Will he truly repent? Or will he just pretend to, like so many around him, and continue down the same path to the bitter end? Playwright: Moliere Translator/Adaptor: Stephen Wadsworth Director: Lucie Tiberghien Cast: Keshav Moodliar, Kaliswa Brewster, Naomi Lorrain, Daniel Pearce, Michelle Veintimilla This presentation will feature live original cello music by Drama Desk-nominated composer Johnathan Moore.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
3:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Classical Music | Organ Works by Wagner & More in a Beautiful Church
Organist Nigel Potts. Program: Richard Wagner (1813-1883) Prelude to Act 1 from Lohengrin Herbert Howells ... more >> (1892-1983) Prelude Set 2 No. 3 Guy Ropartz (1864-1955) Prelude funebre Max Reger (1873-1916) Siegesfeier    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 20
5:15 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 20, 2026, 09/20/2026, Organ Works by Wagner & More in a Beautiful Church

Monday, September 21, 2026

Tour | Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Brooklyn Bridge, Financial District, 9/11 Memorial
This complimentary shuttle loops through more than 30 locations across Lower Manhattan, covering major ... more >> sites from the Brooklyn Bridge to the Financial District and the World Trade Center area. Busses arrive about every 15 minutes throughout the day. Riders can board or exit at any marked stop, with unlimited trips at no cost. Dayly service.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 21
10:00 am
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Tours, September 21, 2026, 09/21/2026, Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: Brooklyn Bridge, Financial District, 9/11 Memorial
Museums | Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum
Spend time exploring a world-renowned collection spanning centuries of art, design, and cultural history. ... more >> From ancient artifacts to iconic masterpieces, these galleries invite slow looking, discovery, and reflection across works that connect global traditions, artistic innovation, and human stories. Note: Some galleries are closed for renovation.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 21
10:00 am
to 5:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish for NY...

Museumss, September 21, 2026, 09/21/2026, Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum
Tour | Explore a Major NYC Park
Discover how "Needle Park" of the 1970s successfully transformed into Manhattan's Town Square of today. ... more >> The guides are loaded with expertise on the park's rich history, award-winning design, distinct amenities, and ongoing maintenance efforts. Tours will continue as scheduled in light rain, but will be cancelled in heavy rain or inclement weather. Bring an umbrella if needed!    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 21
11:00 am
to 12:00 pm
free, registration required

Tours, September 21, 2026, 09/21/2026, Explore a Major NYC Park
Museums | Step Inside a Historic Mansion and Explore Centuries of Design Evolution
The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. ... more >> Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design. Please note that the museum is currently undergoing an exhibition changeover, and the third-floor galleries are closed.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 21
5:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish from 5pm...

Museumss, September 21, 2026, 09/21/2026, Step Inside a Historic Mansion and Explore Centuries of Design Evolution
Film | Three Coins in the Fountain (1954): Old Hollywood Romantic Comedy-Drama
The film follows three American women working in Rome who dream of finding romance in the Eternal City. ... more >> Director: Jean Negulesco Cast: Clifton Webb, Dorothy McGuire, Jean Peters, Louis Jourdan, Maggie McNamara, Rossano Brazzi    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 21
5:30 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 21, 2026, 09/21/2026, Three Coins in the Fountain (1954): Old Hollywood Romantic Comedy-Drama

Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Tour | Discover How Women Shaped NYC's Nightlife: Exploring Historical Lounges, Speakeasies, Clubs & More
A walking tour that visits the places and spaces where female activists, artists, and culture creators ... more >> create iconic moments and movements in nightlife venues in the Greenwich and East Village neighborhoods of New York City. This 90-minute walking tour will explore the remarkable contributions of women who took up space in taverns, bars, lounges, speakeasies, and clubs to advance political ideas; highlight emerging subcultures and art forms; gather people of classes/races/ethnicities; and shift the zeitgeist. The event shows you where iconic dames created pivotal moments in nightlife history; think Billie Holiday singing Strange Fruit; Norma Miller doing the Lindy; Sylvia Robinson introducing Hip Hop to new audiences at Webster Hall; Ruza Blue producing the first hip-hop party outside of the Bronx and Martha Cooper documenting it; or Patti Astor gathering New Wave artists and graffiti writers in one space. Program Includes: 75-minute walking tour by our tour guide and nightlife scholar 15-minute Q&A session to engage with our tour guide and fellow attendees    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
12:00 pm
to 1:30 pm
free, registration required

Tours, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Discover How Women Shaped NYC's Nightlife: Exploring Historical Lounges, Speakeasies, Clubs & More
Film | GoldenEye (1995): James Bond Spy Film with Pierce Brosnan
When a powerful secret defense system is stolen, James Bond is assigned to stop a Russian crime syndicate ... more >> from using it. Director: Martin Campbell Cast: Pierce Brosnan, Sean Bean, Izabella Scorupco, Famke Janssen, Joe Don Baker, Judi Dench Pierce Brosnan is an Irish actor. He achieved worldwide fame playing James Bond in four James Bond films from 1995 to 2002. He is also known for charitable work and environmental activism. In 1997, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the film industry. In 2020, he was listed at No. 15 on The Irish Times' list of the greatest Irish film actors.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, GoldenEye (1995): James Bond Spy Film with Pierce Brosnan
Museums | Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum
Explore the premier collections of modern and contemporary art in one of the world's most iconic architectural ... more >> landmarks. Tickets for Pay-What-You-Wish hours are available online only and released at 10 am the morning of the event.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
4:00 pm
to 5:30 pm
$1 min pay-what-you-wish,...

Museumss, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Art from All Over The World in the Most Amazing Museum
Film | Ministry of Fear (1943): Spy Thriller Film Noir from Fritz Lang
A man just released from an asylum during WWII in England stumbles upon a Nazi spy plot. Director: Fritz ... more >> Lang Cast: Ray Milland, Marjorie Reynolds, Hillary Brooke, Carl Esmond Fritz Lang was an Austrian film director, screenwriter, and producer who worked in Germany and later the United States. One of the best-known emigres from Germany's school of Expressionism, he was dubbed the "Master of Darkness" by the British Film Institute. He has been cited as one of the most influential filmmakers of all time.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Ministry of Fear (1943): Spy Thriller Film Noir from Fritz Lang
Party | Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors
Organizers bring a wider selection of board games to the Games Cart at this event, with games like Ticket ... more >> to Ride, Carcassonne, Catan, King of Tokyo and more. Not sure what to play? The Games Hosts can help you find the perfect game and match up players!    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors
Concert | Multi-Platinum Rock Band Young the Giant & Alt-Pop Duo St. Lucia in the Park
A concert pairing live music with climate advocacy. Multi-platinum rock band Young the Giant headlines, ... more >> joined by alt-pop duo St. Lucia, with proceeds and awareness efforts benefiting LymeLnk's work on tick-borne disease.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
6:00 pm
to 10:00 pm
free, RSVP optional

Concerts, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Multi-Platinum Rock Band Young the Giant & Alt-Pop Duo St. Lucia in the Park
Book Discussion | Bestselling Italian Novel Reissued: Coins in the Fountain Discussed by the Author's Daughter
In 1952, newsman and novelist John H. Secondari published Coins in the Fountain-- the bestselling novel ... more >> that inspired the Oscar-winning film, Three Coins in the Fountain. Born in Rome and raised in America, Secondari brought his personal experience to his story of American expatriates in postwar Italy. Secondari's daughter, Linda Secondari -- Creative Director of Studiolo Secondari and publisher of this new edition -- has a conversation about reissuing her father's novel more than seventy years after its original publication. The group will discuss Rome and the Trevi Fountain as characters in their own right, the complicated portrayal of women, and the American exceptionalism of the era that colored how these characters saw Italy, and how Italians saw them. Linda will speak candidly about the very personal experience of rereading her father's work today and how it has deepened her relationship with her history.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
6:00 pm
to 7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Book Discussions, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Bestselling Italian Novel Reissued: Coins in the Fountain Discussed by the Author's Daughter
Book Discussion | New York Times' Food Writer DIscusses Her Craft & Career
Florence Fabricant discusses her new memoir, Salty, Not Sweet. She trains her sharp and inquisitive gaze ... more >> on the food world then and now: the rise of farm-to-table cooking, the cult of celebrity chefs, the role of the restaurant critic, and the evolving way we cook and eat. At the Times, Fabricant's keen instincts led her to early coverage of food world titans like Thomas Keller, Martha Stewart, Eric Ripert, Alain Ducasse, and Tom Colicchio. This recounting of her singular life and career will speak to readers in love with food, New York, and the alchemy of a truly great dining experience.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
6:30 pm
free, registration required

Book Discussions, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, New York Times' Food Writer DIscusses Her Craft & Career
Play | Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Don Juan has abandoned Elvira, whom he seduced into breaking her vows and marrying him. Over the course ... more >> of a single adventure-filled day, he and his loyal sidekick, Sganarelle, encounter many of the people Don Juan has betrayed. As he seduces women, defies social conventions, mocks religion, and revels in provocation, his appetite for transgression seems impossible to satisfy. Yet the signs are unmistakable: the walls are closing in. Will he truly repent? Or will he just pretend to, like so many around him, and continue down the same path to the bitter end? Playwright: Moliere Translator/Adaptor: Stephen Wadsworth Director: Lucie Tiberghien Cast: Keshav Moodliar, Kaliswa Brewster, Naomi Lorrain, Daniel Pearce, Michelle Veintimilla This presentation will feature live original cello music by Drama Desk-nominated composer Johnathan Moore.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
7:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Play | Shakespeare's Hamlet: Timeless Tragedy
Set in Denmark, the play depicts Prince Hamlet and his attempts to exact revenge against his uncle, Claudius, ... more >> who has murdered Hamlet's father in order to seize his throne and marry Hamlet's mother. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Barbara Rubin. Cast: Sebastian Arias Cetina, Alicia Chacon, Gigi Farmine, Michael Pascal Fehrenbach, Dani George-Garcia.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
7:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Shakespeare's Hamlet: Timeless Tragedy
Workshop | Stargazing in the Park
Immerse yourself in the wonders of the night sky. The friendly team from the Amateur Astronomers Association ... more >> will be there with high-powered telescopes, ready to reveal the secrets of the cosmos. From sunset to 30 minutes before park closure.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 22
7:30 pm
to 9:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 22, 2026, 09/22/2026, Stargazing in the Park

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Tour | New York City Hall Guided Tour
One of the oldest continuously used city halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental ... more >> functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is also a designated interior landmark. Note: When registering, choose the "Individual Tour" option.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
12:00 pm
free, registration required...

Tours, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, New York City Hall Guided Tour
Museums | Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum
Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, this museum is known for its distinguished ... more >> Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
1:30 pm
to 5:30 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required

Museumss, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum
Jazz | Pop-Up Party with Grammy-Winning Brass Band
Dance, sing, and celebrate with Triad Brass - a pop-up party brass band of award-winning musicians bringing ... more >> you songs from the seventies, numbers from the noughties, and something for everyone in-between.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
3:30 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Pop-Up Party with Grammy-Winning Brass Band
Workshop | An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
Classical Music | Works by J.S. Bach, Couperin, & More
Selections from the 1725 Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach. Works by J.S. Bach, C.P.E. Bach, F. Couperin, ... more >> Petzold, and Stolzel.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Works by J.S. Bach, Couperin, & More
Dancing | Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Teachers with Mi Salsa Dura Baile lead an evening of Latin rhythm and dancing! Each class starts off ... more >> with a lesson followed by an open dance floor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Classical Music | Music & Discussion Exploring the Connections between Visual Abstraction & Musical Expression (+ Reception)
To celebrate Grey Art Museum's exhibition Making Music: Helen Frankenthaler Prints, this event is an ... more >> evening of conversation and performance. It explores connections between visual abstraction and musical expression. Composer Kenneth Fuchs (Professor of Composition, University of Connecticut) will discuss how the colors and compositions of Frankenthaler's Abstract Expressionist paintings inspired him to compose concertos and other vibrant, emotionally direct music. Fuchs will be in dialogue with Dr. Douglas Dreishpoon (Director, Catalogue Raisonne Project, Helen Frankenthaler Foundation) to explore how both composer and artist sought to give form to feeling through poetic means. Musicians from MPAP will perform a movement from Fuchs's Fire, Ice, and Summer Bronze (1986), composed after two works on paper by Frankenthaler. Featuring: Joshua Condori, trumpet, Molly Weisberg, trumpet, Taylor Krause, French horn, Ethan Clark, trombone, and David Horn, tuba. A reception will follow the conversation and performance.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, registration required

Concerts, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Music & Discussion Exploring the Connections between Visual Abstraction & Musical Expression (+ Reception)
Opera | Outdoor Screening: Verdi's Renowned Rigoletto with Live Musical Introduction by Opera Singer Anthony Roth Costanzo
Verdi's Rigoletto, filmed during a spectacular staging at Austria's Bregenz Festival, home of the world's ... more >> largest floating stage. Verdi's enduring classic pairs some of opera's most recognizable music with a story of passion and consequence. This rare feat of imaginative stagecraft, directed by Philipp Stolzl, transforms the entire Court of Mantua into a circus troupe, with the duke himself as the ringmaster. An exceptional cast performs alongside the Vienna Symphony and Prague Philharmonic Choir conducted by Enrique Mazzola. The event begins with a live musical introduction and synopsis by world-renowned opera singer Anthony Roth Costanzo, who will demonstrate how opera singers develop their incredible voices, accompanied by pianist Myra Huang.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
6:15 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Outdoor Screening: Verdi's Renowned Rigoletto with Live Musical Introduction by Opera Singer Anthony Roth Costanzo
Play | Shakespeare's Hamlet: Timeless Tragedy
Set in Denmark, the play depicts Prince Hamlet and his attempts to exact revenge against his uncle, Claudius, ... more >> who has murdered Hamlet's father in order to seize his throne and marry Hamlet's mother. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Barbara Rubin. Cast: Sebastian Arias Cetina, Alicia Chacon, Gigi Farmine, Michael Pascal Fehrenbach, Dani George-Garcia.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
7:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Shakespeare's Hamlet: Timeless Tragedy
Concert | Acclaimed Musicians Celebrate the Legacies of D'Angelo and Prince
Guitarist Marcus Machado is known for his boundary-pushing rock, funk, and soulful stylings. In this ... more >> performance, Machado honors two of the groundbreaking artists who influenced his own work: D'Angelo and Prince. The musical tribute to the late legends features Jermaine Holmes and Rojo Lavoe, vocalists and members of D'Angelo's band The Vanguard. Joining this communal effort are singer/songwriter Sandra St. Victor of The Family Stand and Lawrence "L.A.W" Worrell, a guitarist and singer who has worked with Amy Winehouse and George Clinton. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
7:30 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, fast-track option...

Concerts, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, Acclaimed Musicians Celebrate the Legacies of D'Angelo and Prince
Classical Music | An Evening of Music, Poetry, & Performance Exploring American Traditions
On the 250th anniversary of the United States, celebrate the vibrant and eclectic voices that have shaped ... more >> the nation. This collaboration explores the many voices, stories, and traditions that compose the fabric of the nation. Poetry by: Joy Harjo, Wang Ping, Maya Angelou, Walt Whitman, Langston Hughes. Music by: H.T. Burleigh, Charles Ives, R. Carlos Nakai, Aaron Copland, Samuel Barber, W. Grant Still, Lowell Liebermann, Huang Ruo, George Gershwin, and jazz favorites from past and present.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 23
7:30 pm
free, registration required

Concerts, September 23, 2026, 09/23/2026, An Evening of Music, Poetry, & Performance Exploring American Traditions

Thursday, September 24, 2026

Tour | New York City Hall Guided Tour
One of the oldest continuously used city halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental ... more >> functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is also a designated interior landmark. Note: When registering, choose the "Individual Tour" option.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
10:00 am
free, registration required...

Tours, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, New York City Hall Guided Tour
Play | Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Don Juan has abandoned Elvira, whom he seduced into breaking her vows and marrying him. Over the course ... more >> of a single adventure-filled day, he and his loyal sidekick, Sganarelle, encounter many of the people Don Juan has betrayed. As he seduces women, defies social conventions, mocks religion, and revels in provocation, his appetite for transgression seems impossible to satisfy. Yet the signs are unmistakable: the walls are closing in. Will he truly repent? Or will he just pretend to, like so many around him, and continue down the same path to the bitter end? Playwright: Moliere Translator/Adaptor: Stephen Wadsworth Director: Lucie Tiberghien Cast: Keshav Moodliar, Kaliswa Brewster, Naomi Lorrain, Daniel Pearce, Michelle Veintimilla This presentation will feature live original cello music by Drama Desk-nominated composer Johnathan Moore.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
11:00 am
to 1:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Moliere's Don Juan: Provocative Tragicomedy with Live Music (in the Park)
Film | The Light Between Oceans (2016): Romantic Drama with Star-Studded Cast
An Australian WWI veteran and his wife begin a new life at a lighthouse on an isolated island. Once settled, ... more >> a lifeboat washes ashore with a newborn inside, and the couple make the fateful decision to raise the infant as their own. Director: Derek Cianfrance Cast: Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Rachel Weisz, Bryan Brown, Jack Thompson    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, The Light Between Oceans (2016): Romantic Drama with Star-Studded Cast
Classical Music | Chamber Works by Felix Mendelssohn, Robert Schumann, & More (In Person AND Online!)
The Crystalline Chamber Collective performs piano quartets and piano trios. This concert features pianist ... more >> Steve Beck, violinist Emilie-Anne Gendron, cellist Chris Gross, and violist Laura Sacks performing Piano Quartets by Felix Mendelssohn and Robert Schumann as well as Novelettes for Piano Trio by Niels Gade.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Chamber Works by Felix Mendelssohn, Robert Schumann, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Classical Music | String Works by Mozart, Beethoven, & More (In Person AND Online!)
With the five members of Euterpe Quartet -- or, Euterpe Quintet! -- timeless music by Mozart and Beethoven ... more >> is brought to life with the pitch and instruments they would have expected and imagined. Classical and early Romantic string quintets are a staple of the period's repertoire, highlighting affective and compositional prowess with five voices. However, they are more often heard in the realm of modern performance, and not in their original historical sound world. Featuring: Zoe Kushubar, violin, Grace McKenzie, violin, Ian Jones, viola, Jessica Slade, viola, and Grace Mockus, cello. Quartet Euterpe is an historically-informed quartet driven by scholarly rigor and technical mastery through the exploration of Classical and early-Romantic periods.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
1:15 pm
to 2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, String Works by Mozart, Beethoven, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Staged Reading | Wide Open: Romantic Comedy Play Exploring Opening Up & Growing Up
Don't tell anyone, but Helen and John are opening their relationship. And definitely don't tell anyone ... more >> this, but it's not going the way they expected it would-and it's actually exploding like a bomb through their sweetly monogamous couple friends. Can they find a way to love themselves, each other, and other people, or will everything be ruined forever? Wide Open is a wild, irreverent exploration of opening up, growing up, and the ways we learn to love each other. Written by Beth Hyland. Directed by Portia Krieger.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
3:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Staged Readings, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Wide Open: Romantic Comedy Play Exploring Opening Up & Growing Up
Workshop | Relaxing & Educational Fishing on the Hudson (Equipment Provided, All Ages)
At this Hudson River catch-and-release event, make a fish wish--you might just get a bite! Over 200 species ... more >> of fish are found in the Hudson Rive. Anglers ages 5 and up are invited to participate at this program, with parental supervision required. The organizer team provides all the necessary equipment and an on-site fishing tutorial. Participation is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Beginners and experts alike are encouraged to join for a relaxing and educational experience at the water's edge.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
3:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Relaxing & Educational Fishing on the Hudson (Equipment Provided, All Ages)
Gallery Talk | Explore Notions of Orientalism in Arty History at a Landmark Museum
Hear from curators of the exhibition Orientalism: Between Fact and Fantasy to explore notions of "the ... more >> East" in 19th century art, when globalism, shaped by colonialism and imperialism, fueled unprecedented encounters, connections, and exchanges in Europe and the Middle East. Gain a deeper understanding of how Islamic works of art made their way to European dealers, collectors, international expositions, and museums, introducing a new visual language to artists, architects, and designers. Take a closer look at featured exhibition objects from 12 museum departments along with rarely seen loans from the U.S. and abroad, spanning from easel paintings to drawings, photographs, illustrated books, architecture, arms and armor, textiles, garments, glassware, ceramics, and metalwork.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
3:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
free with museum...

Gallery Talks, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Explore Notions of Orientalism in Arty History at a Landmark Museum
Classical Music | Piano Works by Messiaen + Poetry by Allen Ginsberg & More
Juilliard pianists offer a meditation on our place in nature built around Francis of Assisi's nearly ... more >> 800-year-old song of praise to the natural world, featuring Olivier Messiaen's work alongside poetry by Allen Ginsberg, Joy Harjo, and Arthur Sze. Program: Olivier Messiaen (1908-1992) 8 Preludes    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Piano Works by Messiaen + Poetry by Allen Ginsberg & More
Concert | Danzon, Rock, Ska, & Cumbia Fusion Music in the Park
Son Rompe Pera is a Mexican fusion band based in Naucalpan, a suburb of Mexico City. Primarily playing ... more >> cumbia, they integrate the use of Mexican marimba music that is traditional in the folklore of their country and other genres like danzon, rock, ska, and others. 6PM: DJ Reagonomics 7PM: Son Rompe Pera    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
6:00 pm
to 8:30 pm
free, RSVP required

Concerts, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Danzon, Rock, Ska, & Cumbia Fusion Music in the Park
Book Discussion | Museum Curator Shares His New Book, Andrew Wyeth: The Masterworks (+ Signing)
William L. Coleman celebrates his book, a monograph chronicling Wyeth's artistic legacy across seven ... more >> decades. He will be in conversation with Stephanie Herdrich, followed by a signing.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, registration required

Book Discussions, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Museum Curator Shares His New Book, Andrew Wyeth: The Masterworks (+ Signing)
Dancing | Sunset Salsa on the Pier
Get ready to dance the night away! Sunset Salsa returns for summer rhythm, hosted by acclaimed dancer ... more >> and choreographer Talia Castro-Pozo, hailed by Latina Magazine as "The Woman of Salsa." Each evening begins with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson and a vibrant open dance party under the setting sun. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious first-timer, all are welcome to join this joyful, high-energy celebration of Latin dance. 6:30 PM: Beginner Lessons 7:15 PM: Open Dance    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Sunset Salsa on the Pier
Book Discussion | New York Times-Columnist Shares His New Biography on Literary Icon Judy Blume
Mark Oppenheimer pulls back the curtain to reveal the woman behind the icon, and the unlikely journey ... more >> of her literary ascension, in this "vibrant, authoritative account" (Wall Street Journal). For fifty-five years, Judy Blume's work has rewired the world's expectation of what literature for young people can be--frank, candid, earthy, and unafraid to show the messier sides of humanity. Pen America cites Blume's titles among "the fifty-two most banned books" of recent years. Blume's novels --including Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret; Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing; Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great; Forever...; and Summer Sisters--have touched the lives of millions of adults and children.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
6:30 pm
free, registration required

Book Discussions, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, New York Times-Columnist Shares His New Biography on Literary Icon Judy Blume
Play | Shakespeare's Hamlet: Timeless Tragedy
Set in Denmark, the play depicts Prince Hamlet and his attempts to exact revenge against his uncle, Claudius, ... more >> who has murdered Hamlet's father in order to seize his throne and marry Hamlet's mother. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Barbara Rubin. Cast: Sebastian Arias Cetina, Alicia Chacon, Gigi Farmine, Michael Pascal Fehrenbach, Dani George-Garcia.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
7:00 pm
free, tickets required

Plays, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Shakespeare's Hamlet: Timeless Tragedy
Movie in a Park | Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Marvel Superhero Film (Outdoors)
Anthony Mackie returns as the high-flying hero Sam Wilson, who's officially taken up the mantle of Captain ... more >> America. After meeting with newly elected U.S. President Thaddeus Ross, Sam finds himself in the middle of an international incident. He must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red. Director: Julius Onah Cast: Anthony Mackie, Danny Ramirez, Shira Haas, Carl Lumbly, Xosha Roquemore, Giancarlo Esposito, Liv Tyler    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
7:30 pm
to 10:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Movie in a Parks, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Captain America: Brave New World (2025): Marvel Superhero Film (Outdoors)
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Shostakovich, Felix Mendelssohn, & More (In Person AND Online!)
OPUS130 Orchestra, with featured violinist SoHyun Ko. Program: Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) Festive ... more >> Overture Niccolo Paganini (1782-1840) Violin Concerto No. 1 Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) & Fanny Hensel (1805-1847) Overture in C Major Georges Bizet (1838-1875) L'Arlesienne Suites Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Sep 24
7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 24, 2026, 09/24/2026, Orchestral Works by Shostakovich, Felix Mendelssohn, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Friday, September 25, 2026

Concert | Brandi Carlile (LIVE): Multi Grammy & Emmy Winning Artist (Outdoors)
A fun start to the day with singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile. Fans on the General Admission line will ... more >> be admitted if space permits. It's advised that you arrive early to join the line. Generally, concerts happen rain or shine. Check-in for those with fan passes is at 5:15 a.m. The start time is approximate. Photo ID required for entry. Generally, concerts happen rain or shine.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 25
7:00 am
to 9:30 am
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Brandi Carlile (LIVE): Multi Grammy & Emmy Winning Artist (Outdoors)
Classical Music | Choral Works by Rachmaninoff & More in a Historical Cathedral
St. James's Singers from Piccadilly, London. Program: Gerald Finzi (1901-1956) My Spirit Sang All Day ... more >> Domenico Gabrielli (1651-1690) Jubilate Deo William Harris (1883-1973) Faire Is Heaven Ola Gjeilo (1978-) Northern Lights Eleanor Daley (1955-) Upon Your Heart Lucy Walker (1998-) O Nata Lux Robert Parsons ( c. 1535-1572) Ave Maria Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Bogoroditse Devo Margaret Rizza (1929-) Hymn to St Patrick Mia Markoff Butterfly Jake Runestad (1986-) Let My Love Be Heard    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 25
1:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Choral Works by Rachmaninoff & More in a Historical Cathedral
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 ... more >> 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

Fri, Sep 25
5:30 pm
to 8:30 pm
free for New...

Museumss, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum
Talk | Fashion Historian Shares Her New Book on the Evolution of Gilded Age Wardrobe
Author Raissa Bretana shares her new book, Fashion of the Gilded Age. It's an in-depth look at the evolution ... more >> of the fashionable silhouettes from 1870 to 1910, along with the cultural context and customs of etiquette surrounding dress during this dynamic period in American history. Raissa Bretana has hosted a video series for Glamour, and appeared as a guest on Follow the Thread for Turner Classic Movies and HBO Max. She currently works at the Museum at FIT and is the author of Shoes (2021) and co-author of Moxie: The Daring Women of Classic Hollywood (2024). Nothing embodied the resplendence of the Gilded Age like the opulent fashions worn by the women of elite society. With their well-appointed wardrobes, they achieved social prominence by ensuring they were elegantly and appropriately dressed for every luncheon, reception, promenade, and ball. It was an era marked by an increasingly style-conscious public, shaped by the expanding fashion press that reported on both the couture houses of Paris's Rue de la Paix and the department stores of New York's Ladies' Mile.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 25
7:00 pm
free, registration required

Talks, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Fashion Historian Shares Her New Book on the Evolution of Gilded Age Wardrobe
Play | Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Iconic Romantic Comedy of Errors
The play centres on the twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated in a shipwreck. Viola (disguised ... more >> as a page named 'Cesario') falls in love with the Duke Orsino, who in turn is in love with Countess Olivia. Upon meeting Viola, Countess Olivia falls in love with her, thinking she is a man. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Sheila Bandyopadhyay. Cast: Alfie Cavallaro, Madesen Dior, Isabella Gilpin, Jacob Hall, Salimah Hankins    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 25
7:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Plays, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Iconic Romantic Comedy of Errors
Performance | What You Won't Do For Love: Original Romance Play Celebrating Love & Earth (with ASL Interpretation)
An original play centering on a couple's public service, drive for change, and lasting commitment. A ... more >> rare and intimate look at a relationship shaped by deep passion and the courage to act; David and Tara share captivating stories, powerful insights, and heartfelt moments of humor in celebration of their love for each other and our planet. Experience this theatrical reminder that change begins with connection, followed by a 20-minute Q&A. Written by Tara Cullis, Miriam Fernandes, Ravi Jain, David Suzuki Directed by Ravi Jain with Miriam Fernandes Performed by David Suzuki, Tara Cullis, Sturla Alvsvag, Michelle Mohammed There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 25
7:30 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, fast-track option...

Performances, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, What You Won't Do For Love: Original Romance Play Celebrating Love & Earth (with ASL Interpretation)
Dance Performance | Maedeup: An Encounter with Korean Visual Heritage through Contemporary Dance (In Person AND Online!)
A live, non-verbal performance that reimagines Korean classical painting through contemporary performance. ... more >> Named after the Korean word for "knot," Maedeup evokes the weaving together of image, movement, sound, and memory. Inspired by the visual world of Shin Yun-bok (Hyewon), an 18th-century Korean painter renowned for his portrayals of women and everyday life, the work unfolds without spoken text. Foley performance, tableau vivant, live visuals, and live camera work transform his paintings into living, time-based events in which body, sound, and image converge in real time. The production offers an encounter with Korean visual heritage beyond language and cultural boundaries. The project brings Korean cultural heritage into contemporary performance and into dialogue with international audiences. Led by director and professor Kim JiYoung, the production brings together professional performers connected to SeoulArts in an interdisciplinary collaboration spanning theatre, visual art, sound, photography, and live media. Kim's recent work explores new ways of connecting Korean tradition with contemporary expression.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Sep 25
8:00 pm
free, tickets required

Dance Performances, September 25, 2026, 09/25/2026, Maedeup: An Encounter with Korean Visual Heritage through Contemporary Dance (In Person AND Online!)

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson
A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic ... more >> paddling and safety instruction, be fitted with safety gear, and paddle in a protected area with trained volunteers nearby. No experience is needed, and children are welcome with a parent or guardian. Guests must know how to swim. First-come, first-served, sign-up line often closes early due to high demand.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 26
10:00 am
to 4:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Kayaking on the Hudson
Concert | Mixtec Folk Music at the Museum
Celebrate the revitalization of traditional Oaxacan music with the Pasatono Trio! Founded in 1998, Pasatono ... more >> Trio has focused its efforts on researching, performing, composing, and promoting the musical culture of the Mixtec community. After a long journey of many years of exploration throughout the states of Guerrero, Puebla, Oaxaca, and the transnational community, Pasatono Trio has been nourished by "living treasures": luthiers, bass players, banjo players, violinists, and composers, among others, who possess a great    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 26
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Mixtec Folk Music at the Museum
Classical Music | Music on the Water: Poetic Recitations & Piano Works by Richard Strauss, Liszt, & Charles Ives
David Rockefeller, reciter; Kathryn Knight, voice; Joel Sachs, piano. Program: Richard Strauss (1864-1949) ... more >> The Castle By the Sea Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Lenore Charles Ives (1874-1954) from Sonata No. 2, "Concord, Mass., 1840-1860"    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 26
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Music on the Water: Poetic Recitations & Piano Works by Richard Strauss, Liszt, & Charles Ives
Play | Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Iconic Romantic Comedy of Errors
The play centres on the twins Viola and Sebastian, who are separated in a shipwreck. Viola (disguised ... more >> as a page named 'Cesario') falls in love with the Duke Orsino, who in turn is in love with Countess Olivia. Upon meeting Viola, Countess Olivia falls in love with her, thinking she is a man. Written by William Shakespeare. Directed by Sheila Bandyopadhyay. Cast: Alfie Cavallaro, Madesen Dior, Isabella Gilpin, Jacob Hall, Salimah Hankins    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Sep 26
7:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Plays, September 26, 2026, 09/26/2026, Shakespeare's Twelfth Night: Iconic Romantic Comedy of Errors

Sunday, September 27, 2026

Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 27
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, September 27, 2026, 09/27/2026, An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
Gallery Talk | Curator & Writer Discuss the Legacy of Johannes Vermeer at a Landmark Museum
It's thought that only around thirty-five paintings by the Dutch Golden Age artist survive in the entire ... more >> world. Of these, five are at this museum--more than at any other museum. Explore the beloved 17th-century Dutch painter in a talk with curator Adam Eaker and writer Ruth Bernard Yeazell, author of Vermeer's Afterlives. Vermeer's works at this museum trace his artistic developments, from early explorations to refined mastery. Though his masterpieces are famous today, Vermeer virtually dropped out of sight after his death in 1675, remaining relatively obscure until the end of the 19th century. Gain insight into the rise of this extraordinary painter and the ways in which Vermeer's captivating art has been interpreted through the centuries.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 27
2:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free with museum...

Gallery Talks, September 27, 2026, 09/27/2026, Curator & Writer Discuss the Legacy of Johannes Vermeer at a Landmark Museum
Dance Performance | Thread: An Evening of Contemporary Dance in the Park
Kinesis Project brings this brand-new, large-scale work as it leads, surprises, and meanders up the riverside. ... more >> 5:30pm: Audience gathers at Locomotive Lawn 5:45pm: Performance begins    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Sep 27
5:30 pm
to 6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Dance Performances, September 27, 2026, 09/27/2026, Thread: An Evening of Contemporary Dance in the Park

Monday, September 28, 2026

Dancing | Latin Hustle Outdoor Dance Celebration
An inter-generational social dance party, in partnership with Dance is Life. Dancers of all ages and ... more >> skill levels are invited to find joy in movement as they dance to high-energy music, with a focus on Latin Hustle.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 28
5:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, September 28, 2026, 09/28/2026, Latin Hustle Outdoor Dance Celebration
Concert | Tony-Nominated Broadway Star from & Juliet, Falsettos, Waitress, etc (in a Park)
An intimate concert featuring performances and stunning views. With Betsy Wolfe, who has established ... more >> herself as one of the most versatile Broadway performers of her generation    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Sep 28
7:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, September 28, 2026, 09/28/2026, Tony-Nominated Broadway Star from & Juliet, Falsettos, Waitress, etc (in a Park)

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Party | Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors
Organizers bring a wider selection of board games to the Games Cart at this event, with games like Ticket ... more >> to Ride, Carcassonne, Catan, King of Tokyo and more. Not sure what to play? The Games Hosts can help you find the perfect game and match up players!    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Sep 29
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, September 29, 2026, 09/29/2026, Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Film | Mattie the Goose-Boy (1977): Hungarian Animated Film
A young peasant boy stands up to tyranny, aided by his trusting friend - a goose. Director: Attila Dargay ... more >> Cast: Andras Kern, Peter Geszti, Laszlo Csakanyi In Hungarian with English subtitles.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 30
6:30 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Films, September 30, 2026, 09/30/2026, Mattie the Goose-Boy (1977): Hungarian Animated Film
Performance | Cookie: Italian Picaresque-Inspired Performance Unfolding around a Sculpture
The play follows the traditional picaresque format, a literary style developed during the height of Spain's ... more >> Golden Age in which a clever but poor hero, a picaro, uses their wits and tricks to survive in a corrupt and crumbling society. Drawing inspiration from 16th-century picaresque novellas like Lazarillo de Tormes and Francisco de Quevedo's The Swindler, Cookie is a story of desperation disguised as elite ambition. At its center is Gunnar Churchwell, a sleazy yet charismatic suit salesman who arrives in Madrid, only to be recruited by the egomaniacal ringleader of a grifting crew of makeshift "tailors." Their baseline rule for survival is simple: "never let them know you are hungry." Cookie unfolds around The Lair, a twisted aluminum sculpture resembling a street scaffold. The performance is a story of desperation disguised as elite ambition, highlighting anti-heroes who maneuver through the cracks of a glittering superpower purely to secure their next meal. Georgia Gardner Gray works across painting, performance, and theater. Her vivid canvases depict exaggerated figures in social spaces--bars, apartments, rehearsal rooms, city streets--each imbued with the comedy, absurdity, instability, and contradiction inherent in our modern lives. As an accomplished playwright, Gray captures the tension between intimacy and display, self-awareness and satire.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Sep 30
7:30 pm
free, registration required

Performances, September 30, 2026, 09/30/2026, Cookie: Italian Picaresque-Inspired Performance Unfolding around a Sculpture

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Dancing | Sunset Salsa on the Pier
Get ready to dance the night away! Sunset Salsa returns for summer rhythm, hosted by acclaimed dancer ... more >> and choreographer Talia Castro-Pozo, hailed by Latina Magazine as "The Woman of Salsa." Each evening begins with a beginner-friendly salsa lesson and a vibrant open dance party under the setting sun. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a curious first-timer, all are welcome to join this joyful, high-energy celebration of Latin dance. 6:30 PM: Beginner Lessons 7:15 PM: Open Dance    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 1
6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, October 01, 2026, 10/01/2026, Sunset Salsa on the Pier
Jazz | Swing & House Music with Bessie Award-Winning Vocalist & His Band
Brooklyn-based jazz vocalist and songwriter Spilata has takes the New York City scene by storm with his ... more >> sophistication, soul, and nonstop energy. He and his band host a birthday bash celebration--an evening of vocal acrobatics, swing, house music, and fearless artistry. A familiar face at Dizzy's Club, Birdland, Smoke Jazz Club, and the historic Minton's Playhouse in Harlem, Spilata is redefining jazz for a new generation with his electrifying performances, commanding stage presence, and songwriting that bridges timeless traditions with contemporary culture. Pop on your dancing shoes and come prepared for a glamorous night that will shake your spirit loose! There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 1
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 01, 2026, 10/01/2026, Swing & House Music with Bessie Award-Winning Vocalist & His Band
Performance | Cookie: Italian Picaresque-Inspired Performance Unfolding around a Sculpture
The play follows the traditional picaresque format, a literary style developed during the height of Spain's ... more >> Golden Age in which a clever but poor hero, a picaro, uses their wits and tricks to survive in a corrupt and crumbling society. Drawing inspiration from 16th-century picaresque novellas like Lazarillo de Tormes and Francisco de Quevedo's The Swindler, Cookie is a story of desperation disguised as elite ambition. At its center is Gunnar Churchwell, a sleazy yet charismatic suit salesman who arrives in Madrid, only to be recruited by the egomaniacal ringleader of a grifting crew of makeshift "tailors." Their baseline rule for survival is simple: "never let them know you are hungry." Cookie unfolds around The Lair, a twisted aluminum sculpture resembling a street scaffold. The performance is a story of desperation disguised as elite ambition, highlighting anti-heroes who maneuver through the cracks of a glittering superpower purely to secure their next meal. Georgia Gardner Gray works across painting, performance, and theater. Her vivid canvases depict exaggerated figures in social spaces--bars, apartments, rehearsal rooms, city streets--each imbued with the comedy, absurdity, instability, and contradiction inherent in our modern lives. As an accomplished playwright, Gray captures the tension between intimacy and display, self-awareness and satire.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 1
7:30 pm
free, registration required

Performances, October 01, 2026, 10/01/2026, Cookie: Italian Picaresque-Inspired Performance Unfolding around a Sculpture

Friday, October 2, 2026

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

Fri, Oct 2
2:00 pm
to 5:15 pm
free, 1 drink...

Concerts, October 02, 2026, 10/02/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)
Staged Reading | The Long-Distance Love of Tap-Board and Elena: Original Romantic Drama Exploring Truth, Memory, & Belonging
In 2019 Rhode Island, a messy love triangle emerges among Tap-Board, a young Puerto Rican aspiring tap ... more >> dancer; Elena, a Puerto Rican nurse attempting to heal her trauma from Hurricane Maria; and Sean, a white carpenter getting his feet back on the ground after serving time in prison. When Tap-Board's teacher Teddy, an older Black American dancer trying to revive his career, ends up in Elena's hospital, the four of them lock into a rhythmic counterpoint of painful truths, memories, and fractured belonging. Written by Orlando Hernandez. Directed by Rebecca Martinez.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 2
3:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Staged Readings, October 02, 2026, 10/02/2026, The Long-Distance Love of Tap-Board and Elena: Original Romantic Drama Exploring Truth, Memory, & Belonging
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Rossini, Beethoven, & More
The NYU Symphony Orchestra performs its season opener. Featuring works by Rossini, Cuong, and Beethoven. ... more >> Conductor Diego Garcia leads the orchestra.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 2
8:00 pm
to 10:00 pm
free, tickets required

Concerts, October 02, 2026, 10/02/2026, Orchestral Works by Rossini, Beethoven, & More

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson
A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic ... more >> paddling and safety instruction, be fitted with safety gear, and paddle in a protected area with trained volunteers nearby. No experience is needed, and children are welcome with a parent or guardian. Guests must know how to swim. First-come, first-served, sign-up line often closes early due to high demand.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 3
10:00 am
to 4:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Kayaking on the Hudson
Party | Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is ... more >> as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 3
2:45 pm
to 6:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Park Walk | Walk along the East River: Learn about History, Architecture, & Ecology
Experienced park docents lead a walking tour to explore the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the area's ... more >> sustainable design and ecology, and how the park came to life!    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 4
10:30 am
to 12:00 pm
free, registration required

Park Walks, October 04, 2026, 10/04/2026, Walk along the East River: Learn about History, Architecture, & Ecology
Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 4
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 04, 2026, 10/04/2026, An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
Performance | Absurdist Spectacle Performance in the Park
Artist Pat Oleszko hosts an exuberant picnic performance featuring dancers and prancers of Resist-Ants ... more >> as they take over the park. Oleszko's work has recently been featured in the Whitney Biennial, the Sculpture Center, and Art Basel Miami Beach.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 4
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Performances, October 04, 2026, 10/04/2026, Absurdist Spectacle Performance in the Park
Workshop | Kayaking in a Hudson River Cove
This event provides the equipment, instruction, and oversight you need to experience a safe and fun afternoon ... more >> of kayaking on the Hudson River. The program is beginner-friendly, and no prior experience is required. Participants must be at least 18 years old (or accompanied by a parent or guardian) and know how to swim. Come dressed to get wet! Lockers and locks will be provided to keep valuables dry, and on-site changing rooms will be available for use. To save time, you can also sign a waiver before arriving to save time, available at the link provided. Be sure to allow time for waiting in line when planning your visit. You may not get a chance to kayak if you arrive less than an hour before the boathouse closes.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 4
1:00 pm
to 6:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, October 04, 2026, 10/04/2026, Kayaking in a Hudson River Cove
Party | Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is ... more >> as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 4
2:45 pm
to 6:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, October 04, 2026, 10/04/2026, Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ

Monday, October 5, 2026

Birdwatching | Park Birdwatching Outing
Learn the basics of bird watching in this fun outing for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. ... more >> Together, the group will explore NYC parks, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for resident urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 5
9:30 am
to 10:30 am
free, no reservation required

Birdwatchings, October 05, 2026, 10/05/2026, Park Birdwatching Outing
Concert | Tony-Nominated Broadway Star from & Juliet, Falsettos, Waitress, & More Sings Her Heart Out in the Park
An intimate concert featuring performances and stunning views, with Betsy Wolfe.
   New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 5
7:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 05, 2026, 10/05/2026, Tony-Nominated Broadway Star from & Juliet, Falsettos, Waitress, & More Sings Her Heart Out in the Park

Tuesday, October 6, 2026

City Walk | Explore the History of NYC's Chinatown: Housing, Labor, & Public Health
Learn about the history of Lower Manhattan with a walking tour from a distinct historical point of view. ... more >> Centering stories of housing displacement, labor conditions, and public health in Chinatown.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Oct 6
4:30 pm
to 5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

City Walks, October 06, 2026, 10/06/2026, Explore the History of NYC's Chinatown: Housing, Labor, & Public Health
Film | Petulia (1968): Classic Romantic Drama
An unhappily married socialite finds solace in the company of a recently divorced doctor. Director: ... more >> Richard Lester Cast: Julie Christie, George C. Scott, Richard Chamberlain, Arthur Hill, Shirley Knight, Joseph Cotten    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Oct 6
5:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 06, 2026, 10/06/2026, Petulia (1968): Classic Romantic Drama

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Workshop | Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Placed in a unique setting, a model will strike short and long poses for participants to sketch and draw. ... more >> An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 7
10:00 am
to 12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, October 07, 2026, 10/07/2026, Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Workshop | An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 7
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 07, 2026, 10/07/2026, An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
Dancing | Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Teachers with Mi Salsa Dura Baile lead an evening of Latin rhythm and dancing! Each class starts off ... more >> with a lesson followed by an open dance floor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 7
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, October 07, 2026, 10/07/2026, Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Book Discussion | Art Historians Discuss Their New Book, What Was America?
Elise Armani and Katy Siegel will be joined by Lauren O'Neill-Butler in a lively conversation about artists, ... more >> communities, and citizens at a moment when art and culture were seen (and supported) as a civic good. Where is art going, who is it for, and what can it tell us about our world? To think these questions through, we might begin by looking back. Published this month, Elise Armani and Katy Siegel's book, What Was America? offers a prismatic view of American art and culture in the years leading up to the 1976 Bicentennial. Over ten years of planning, the Bicentennial inspired and supported an unprecedented culture boom across the United States, as artists, designers, performers, historians, writers, and participants of all kinds wrestled with the pressing issues of the day, including the environment, immigration, heritage, media, and what it means to be American. From individual artworks and blockbuster exhibitions to community quilts and time capsules, projects unfolded across wildly disparate venues, demographics, and geographies, eliciting mass participation in negotiating US history and imagining the nation's future. Many of the questions asked in 1976 resemble those of 2026, but the responses offered in that earlier moment make for an electric contrast with those of our own present--they also hold genuine potential for remaking our own future.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 7
6:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, reservations required

Book Discussions, October 07, 2026, 10/07/2026, Art Historians Discuss Their New Book, What Was America?
Jazz | Swing & Bebop with Vocalist & 6-Piece Ensemble
Blossom is a budding jazz vocalist hailing from Central Park, NYC, whose ascent to stardom has captured ... more >> imaginations and attention worldwide. Blossom is backed by a brand new six-piece ensemble, The Shrub-Tones, who help create a set of swing and bebop for all ages. Experience the spirited sound and exciting improvisations of this unique and delightful jazz act. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 7
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 07, 2026, 10/07/2026, Swing & Bebop with Vocalist & 6-Piece Ensemble

Thursday, October 8, 2026

Tour | Art Tour through One of NYC's Most Unique Parks
Take a deep dive into the sculptures, billboards, murals and other art installations on and around the ... more >> park with a 90-minute specialized tour led by a docent, a knowledgeable volunteer guide. In it, you'll learn more about the artists and ideas behind the artworks specially commissioned.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 8
5:30 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Tours, October 08, 2026, 10/08/2026, Art Tour through One of NYC's Most Unique Parks
Jazz | American & International Music: Ragtime & More
The Lovestruck Balladeers enchant audiences with an inspired repertoire. Experience a night of ragtime, ... more >> jazz, and beautiful songs from around the world. 6PM - DJ SET 7PM - LOVE STRUCK BALLADEERS    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 8
6:00 pm
to 8:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 08, 2026, 10/08/2026, American & International Music: Ragtime & More
Concert | Award-Winning Artist Blends Inuit Culture with Rock & Pop
Canadian Inuk star Elisapie, an award-winning singer-songwriter, explores how Inuit traditions can merge ... more >> with pop culture in striking and original ways. Her fourth solo record, Inuktitut, embodies this blend, featuring 10 classic rock and pop songs reimagined in her mother tongue. Often autobiographical and deeply powerful, her work is a testament to both community and individual identity. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 8
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 08, 2026, 10/08/2026, Award-Winning Artist Blends Inuit Culture with Rock & Pop

Friday, October 9, 2026

Tour | Historical Architecture Tour
Guides lead a walking tours focusing on iconic buildings in this part of Midtown Manhattan, focusing ... more >> on historical architecture.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 9
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Tours, October 09, 2026, 10/09/2026, Historical Architecture Tour
Concert | Colombia's Underground Alt-Rock Band Makes Their U.S. Debut
Bogota's Nicolas y Los Fumadores is the alt-rock quartet which has a loyal following in Colombia's underground ... more >> music scene and has been gaining broader attention--including a performance at the legendary Rock al Parque in 2024--for their blend of post-punk, Colombian, and Argentinian rock influences. Taking inspiration from the likes of Mac DeMarco, Nicolas y los Fumadores's introspective lyricism grapples with the realities of life in the Colombian capital as well as universal experiences such as the transition into adulthood. Colombian underground music blends traditional ancestral rhythms like cumbia and gaita with modern electronic and rock influences There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 9
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 09, 2026, 10/09/2026, Colombia's Underground Alt-Rock Band Makes Their U.S. Debut
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Brahms, Shostakovich, & More (In Person AND Online!)
MSM Symphony Orchestra. Program: Johann Brahms (1833-1897) Academic Festival Overture Benjamin Lees ... more >> (1924-2010) Concerto for String Quartet and Orchestra Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) Symphony No. 10    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 9
7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 09, 2026, 10/09/2026, Orchestral Works by Brahms, Shostakovich, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Performance | Live Medieval Combat in a Major New York Park
Knights in full armor battle it out in the heart of Manhattan. The performers bring medieval history ... more >> to life with live-action combat, community fun, and outdoor excitement. Bring a picnic blanket and snacks, grab something on-site, and enjoy an afternoon outside.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 10
2:00 pm
to 4:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Performances, October 10, 2026, 10/10/2026, Live Medieval Combat in a Major New York Park
Classical Music | Music on the Water: String Works by Mozart & Beethoven
Mark Peskanov, violin, and Semplice Players. Selections from Mozart's String Quintets and Beethoven's ... more >> Opus 18 string quartets.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 10
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 10, 2026, 10/10/2026, Music on the Water: String Works by Mozart & Beethoven

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 11
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 11, 2026, 10/11/2026, An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
Classical Music | Music on the Water: Piano Trios by Beethoven
Mark Peskanov, violin, Samuel Magill, cello, and Beth Levin, piano. Beethoven Selections from piano trios.
   New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 11
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 11, 2026, 10/11/2026, Music on the Water: Piano Trios by Beethoven

Monday, October 12, 2026

Party | Roller Dance Social with Live DJ in a Park
Get ready to roll into the excitement at an outdoor skate circle. With live DJs spinning the tunes, is ... more >> as much fun to watch as it is to join! Whether you're a seasoned skater or just starting out, bring your own skates and get ready to groove with roller dancing. All skill levels are welcome. This is a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages. Children under 14 must wear helmets for safety.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 12
2:45 pm
to 6:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Partys, October 12, 2026, 10/12/2026, Roller Dance Social with Live DJ in a Park

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Parks
Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, ... more >> design, and landscape. Note: Spots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Oct 13
5:00 pm
to 6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Park Walks, October 13, 2026, 10/13/2026, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Parks
Park Walk | Walk along the East River: Learn about History, Architecture, & Ecology
Experienced park docents lead a walking tour to explore the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the area's ... more >> sustainable design and ecology, and how the park came to life!    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Oct 13
6:00 pm
to 7:30 pm
free, registration required

Park Walks, October 13, 2026, 10/13/2026, Walk along the East River: Learn about History, Architecture, & Ecology

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Workshop | Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Placed in a unique setting, a model will strike short and long poses for participants to sketch and draw. ... more >> An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 14
10:00 am
to 12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, October 14, 2026, 10/14/2026, Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Workshop | An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 14
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 14, 2026, 10/14/2026, An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
Dancing | Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Teachers with Mi Salsa Dura Baile lead an evening of Latin rhythm and dancing! Each class starts off ... more >> with a lesson followed by an open dance floor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 14
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, October 14, 2026, 10/14/2026, Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Copland, Sibelius, & More (In Person AND Online!)
MSM Symphony Orchestra. Program: Gabriella Smith Tumblebird Contrails Aaron Copland (1900-1990) Appalachian ... more >> Spring Jean Sibelius (1865-1957) Finlandia Witold Lutoslawski (1913-1994) Concerto for Orchestra    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 14
7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 14, 2026, 10/14/2026, Orchestral Works by Copland, Sibelius, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Classical Music | A Music-Forward Journey through Renaissance Spain (In Person AND Online!)
What melodies would have been heard while sailing into ports of the ancient Mediterranean? ALBA CONSORT ... more >> bridges the ancient to the present, performing early and modern music on period instruments. Performers: Margo Andrea, mezzo-soprano, vielle, zills; Carlo Valte, oud; Rex Benincasa, percussion, tenor, psaltery; Jason Priset, lute, guitar, vihuela.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 15
1:15 pm
to 2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 15, 2026, 10/15/2026, A Music-Forward Journey through Renaissance Spain (In Person AND Online!)
Jazz | Sunset Jazz in the Park
Emerging artists from the jazz program at Church Street School of Music & Art.
   New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 15
6:00 pm
to 7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 15, 2026, 10/15/2026, Sunset Jazz in the Park
Film | Tol'able David (1921): Classic Silent Film
Young David Kinemon is a good-natured, easy-going lad in a mountain village. Circumstances force him ... more >> to take his brother's place as mail carrier for the community, and this brings him into deadly contact with the vicious Hatburn brothers. Director: Henry King Cast: Richard Barthelmess, Gladys Hulette, Walter P. Lewis, Ernest Torrence    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 15
6:00 pm
to 7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 15, 2026, 10/15/2026, Tol'able David (1921): Classic Silent Film

Friday, October 16, 2026

Film | Stanley Kubrick's The Shining (1980): Psychological Horror Film with Jack Nicholson & Shelley Duvall
A family heads to an isolated hotel for the winter, where a sinister presence influences the father into ... more >> violence. At the same time, his psychic son sees horrifying forebodings from both the past and the future. Director: Stanley Kubrick Cast: Jack Nicholson, Shelley Duvall, Scatman Crothers, Danny Lloyd Stanley Kubrick was an American film director, screenwriter, producer, and photographer. Widely considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time, his films were nearly all adaptations of novels or short stories, spanning a number of genres and gaining recognition for their intense attention to detail, innovative cinematography, extensive set design, and dark humor. While many of Kubrick's films were controversial and initially received mixed reviews upon release, most were nominated for Academy Awards, Golden Globes, or BAFTA Awards, and underwent critical re-evaluations. Jack Nicholson is an American retired actor and filmmaker. Nicholson is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of the 20th century. Throughout his five-decade career, he received numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards, three BAFTA Film Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, and a Grammy Award. He also received the American Film Institute's Life Achievement Award in 1994 and the Kennedy Center Honor in 2001. Shelley Duvall was an American actress and producer widely known for her portrayal of distinctive, often eccentric characters. In the 1980s, Duvall became famous for her leading roles, which include Olive Oyl in Altman's live-action feature version of Popeye (1980) and Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's horror film The Shining (1980).    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 16
2:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 16, 2026, 10/16/2026, Stanley Kubrick's The Shining (1980): Psychological Horror Film with Jack Nicholson & Shelley Duvall
Concert | Latin American Folk & Flamenco
Madrid-based Chilean duo Emilia y Pablo will make their U.S. debut, bringing their stirring blend of ... more >> music to the stage. Armed with delicate but powerful guitars, boldly resonant vocals, and cinematic visuals, Emilia y Pablo present folklore as a universal language with broad phrasing. Whether incorporating sounds of joropo (Venezuela and Colombia), bolero (Cuba and Mexico), chacarera (Argentina), or Spanish flamenco culture, Emilia y Pablo's unique, expressive performances translate beyond borders. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 16
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 16, 2026, 10/16/2026, Latin American Folk & Flamenco

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Festival | Hudson Estuary Celebration: Get Up Close to Local Marine Life (Live Music, Games, Fishing, & More)
Experienced anglers lead a catch-and-release fishing and learn about life in the Hudson River. Get up ... more >> close to marine life in the Oyster Research Station, make music, and join fun fishy-themed games, while learning all about our harbor from visiting environmental education and conservation groups    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 17
10:30 am
to 1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Festivals, October 17, 2026, 10/17/2026, Hudson Estuary Celebration: Get Up Close to Local Marine Life (Live Music, Games, Fishing, & More)
Festival | Harvest Festival on the Water: Live Music, Games, & More
A day of autumnal fun for the whole family. This family-friendly celebration offers live music, arts ... more >> and crafts, storytelling, lawn games, face-painting, educational activities and more.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 17
11:00 am
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Festivals, October 17, 2026, 10/17/2026, Harvest Festival on the Water: Live Music, Games, & More

Sunday, October 18, 2026

Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 18
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 18, 2026, 10/18/2026, An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
Festival | Harvest Fest for the Whole Family + Dog Costume Event: Pumpkin Patch, Music, Crafts, & More
Plenty of exciting fall activities for the whole family. Visit the pumpkin patch. Pick your own pumpkin ... more >> and decorate it. While supplies last. Enjoy arts and crafts, tattoos, and take a stroll through the Spooky Trail. Don't miss a family concert in the playground with Patrick and the Rock-a-Silly Band. On the other side of the park, the HOWL Conservancy will be hosting its annual dog costume event. Over 200 creatively costumed pups strut their stuff before a blue-chip fashion industry coven of judges!    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 18
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Festivals, October 18, 2026, 10/18/2026, Harvest Fest for the Whole Family + Dog Costume Event: Pumpkin Patch, Music, Crafts, & More

Monday, October 19, 2026

Birdwatching | Park Birdwatching Outing
Learn the basics of bird watching in this fun outing for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. ... more >> Together, the group will explore NYC parks, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for resident urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 19
9:30 am
to 10:30 am
free, no reservation required

Birdwatchings, October 19, 2026, 10/19/2026, Park Birdwatching Outing
Film | L'Eclisse (1962): Italian Romantic Drama Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni
L'eclisse tells the story of a young woman who leaves one lover and drifts into a relationship with another. ... more >> Using the architecture of Rome as a backdrop for the doomed affair, Antonioni achieves the apotheosis of his style in this return to the theme that preoccupied him the most: the difficulty of connection in an alienating modern world. Director: Michelangelo Antonioni Cast: Alain Delon, Monica Vitti, Francisco Rabal, Lilla Brignone, Louis Seigner Michelangelo Antonioni was an Italian film director, screenwriter, and editor. His films have been described as "enigmatic and intricate mood pieces" that feature striking visual composition, subdued narratives, and a preoccupation with modern landscapes. His work substantially influenced subsequent world art cinema, including the slow cinema movement. Antonioni received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career, winning the Palme d'Or, the Golden Lion, the Golden Bear, and the Golden Leopard. In Italian with English subtitles.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 19
5:30 pm
to 7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 19, 2026, 10/19/2026, L'Eclisse (1962): Italian Romantic Drama Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni

Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Film | Antonioni's Blowup (1966): Classic Psychological Mystery Starring Vanessa Redgrave
A fashion photographer accidentally captures a death on film after following two lovers in a park. ... more >> Director: Michelangelo Antonioni Cast: Vanessa Redgrave, David Hemmings, Sarah Miles Michelangelo Antonioni was an Italian film director, screenwriter, and editor. His films have been described as "enigmatic and intricate mood pieces" that feature striking visual composition, subdued narratives, and a preoccupation with modern landscapes. His work substantially influenced subsequent world art cinema, including the slow cinema movement. Antonioni received numerous awards and nominations throughout his career, winning the Palme d'Or, the Golden Lion, the Golden Bear, and the Golden Leopard. In a career spanning eight decades, Vanessa Redgrave's accolades include an Academy Award, a Tony Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, a Volpi Cup, and an Olivier Award, making her one of the few performers to achieve the Triple Crown of Acting. She has also received various honorary awards, including the BAFTA Fellowship Award, the Golden Lion Honorary Award, and an induction into the American Theatre Hall of Fame.    New York City, NY; NYC

Tue, Oct 20
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 20, 2026, 10/20/2026, Antonioni's Blowup (1966): Classic Psychological Mystery Starring Vanessa Redgrave

Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Workshop | Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Placed in a unique setting, a model will strike short and long poses for participants to sketch and draw. ... more >> An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 21
10:00 am
to 12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, October 21, 2026, 10/21/2026, Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Dancing | Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Teachers with Mi Salsa Dura Baile lead an evening of Latin rhythm and dancing! Each class starts off ... more >> with a lesson followed by an open dance floor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 21
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, October 21, 2026, 10/21/2026, Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Concert | Bata-Drumming Channeling Ancestral Expression
Singer, percussionist, composer, dancer, and educator Brenda Navarrete is an ambassador of Afro-Cuban ... more >> culture whose work is both grounded in tradition and groundbreaking in its expansiveness. She is an expert of the bata--a double-headed Yoruba drum traditionally played by men--and uses the instrument to channel ancestral expression. Navarrete performs her first solo album, 2018's Mi Mundo. Gather together and experience the ways drumming creates a universal language. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 21
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 21, 2026, 10/21/2026, Bata-Drumming Channeling Ancestral Expression

Thursday, October 22, 2026

Classical Music | Piano Trios by Mozart, Shostakovich, Amy Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)
The Salix Piano Trio performs. The Salix Piano Trio was founded in New York City in 2023 by longtime ... more >> friends and colleagues -- violinist Joanna Maurer, cellist Alberto Parrini, and pianist Anna Stoytcheva -- out of a desire to explore the rich and vast piano trio canon. For the past 20+ years, Maurer, Parrini and Stoytcheva have performed and toured together around the United States in different combinations, notably as members of the American Chamber Players. In this concert, Salix Piano Trio will be performing W. A. Mozart's Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, Dmitri Shostakovich's Piano Trio in C Minor, Amy Beach's Piano Trio in A Minor, Inbal Segev's Piano Trio.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 22
1:00 pm
to 3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 22, 2026, 10/22/2026, Piano Trios by Mozart, Shostakovich, Amy Beach, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Classical Music | "Curious, Comic, & Sublime Works" of the 18th-Century Stage for Harpsichord, Cello, & Violin (+ Dancers) (In Person AND Online!)
James Richman, harpsichord, and Nathan Wittaker, cello. Violin TBD. Featuring four dancers. The New ... more >> and Curious School of Theatrical Dancing from 1716 by Gregorio Lambranzi inspires dances for the Harlequin, a dancer with two fronts and no back, a 3-legged dancer, a shepherdess, etc. Masked and unmasked, the dancers, under the direction of Catherine Turocy, are sure to delight with curious, comic, and sublime works of the 18th-century fair and opera stage.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 22
1:15 pm
to 2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 22, 2026, 10/22/2026, "Curious, Comic, & Sublime Works" of the 18th-Century Stage for Harpsichord, Cello, & Violin (+ Dancers) (In Person AND Online!)
Film | The Plastic Age (1925): Silent Rom-Com
Hugh Carver is an athletic star and a freshman at Prescott College. He falls in love with Cynthia Day, ... more >> a popular girl who loves to go to parties. He finds that it is impossible to please her and still keep up with his studies and his athletic training, and soon the two face some difficult decisions. Director: Wesley Ruggles Cast: Clara Bow, Donald Keith, Gilbert Roland, Mary Alden    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 22
6:00 pm
to 7:15 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 22, 2026, 10/22/2026, The Plastic Age (1925): Silent Rom-Com
Film | The Snow Woman (1968): Japanese Fantasy Horror Film
A handsome young sculptor meets an evil female spirit in a snowstorm, and his life is changed forever. ... more >> Director: Tokuzo Tanaka Cast: Shiho Fujimura, Akira Ishihama, Machiko Hasegawa In Japanese with English subtitles.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 22
6:30 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 22, 2026, 10/22/2026, The Snow Woman (1968): Japanese Fantasy Horror Film

Friday, October 23, 2026

Concert | Experimental Hip-Hop, Abstract Rap, Jazz Rap, & Performance Art
West Louisville, Kentucky's suhREEtah showcases her work that is rooted in her experience growing up ... more >> Affrilachian. She describes Kentucky as "a complicated place to be Black"--a vantage point that draws audiences into her orbit. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 23
7:30 pm
free, fast-track available

Concerts, October 23, 2026, 10/23/2026, Experimental Hip-Hop, Abstract Rap, Jazz Rap, & Performance Art
Classical Music | Orchestral Works by Debussy & Rachmaninoff (In Person AND Online!)
MSM Symphony Orchestra. Program: Alexander Glazunov (1865-1936) Concerto for Alto Saxophone and String ... more >> Orchestra Claude Debussy (1862-1918) Ariettes oubliees Owen Bloomfield Motions for Marimba and Chamber Orchestra Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Piano Concerto No. 4    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 23
7:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 23, 2026, 10/23/2026, Orchestral Works by Debussy & Rachmaninoff (In Person AND Online!)

Saturday, October 24, 2026

Kids | Halloween Celebration in the Park: Gnome-Topia
Step into a magical world where the park's plants are larger than life, and the whole family can channel ... more >> their inner garden gnome through themed games and activities. Kids can play our Toad-In-The-Hole game or join the Red Hat - Green Hat relay race to win candy prizes. Spruce up your costume at the "Gnome - Ready - With - Me" costume station. See the world from a mushroom's point of view, guided by our event emcee drag artist. This immersive cardboard world is brought to you through the artistry of Yung Oh Le Page and the High Line teaching artists. There will be games, face painting, a live DJ set, and of course plenty of candy. This program has fun activities for families with kids ages 6 - 10, the program welcomes everyone who is gnome at heart.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 24
11:00 am
to 2:00 pm
free, RSVP required

Kidss, October 24, 2026, 10/24/2026, Halloween Celebration in the Park: Gnome-Topia
Festival | Spooky Campfire Songs & Stories (Music, Lawn Games, & More)
Cozy up to a campfire for stories and songs with family and friends featuring a live performance, nature ... more >> activity, art projects, lawn games, and so much more!    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 24
2:00 pm
to 3:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Festivals, October 24, 2026, 10/24/2026, Spooky Campfire Songs & Stories (Music, Lawn Games, & More)
Classical Music | Music on the Water: Piano Trios by Beethoven & Brahms
Mark Peskanov, violin, Nicholas Tzavaras, cello, and Rita Sloan, piano. Piano trios of Beethoven and ... more >> Brahms.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 24
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 24, 2026, 10/24/2026, Music on the Water: Piano Trios by Beethoven & Brahms

Sunday, October 25, 2026

Workshop | An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before you arrive.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 25
12:00 pm
to 5:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 25, 2026, 10/25/2026, An Afternoon of Rowing in New York Harbor
Classical Music | Felix Mendelssohn's Reformation Symphony & More (In Person AND Online!)
Voices from the Bach Vespers Choir and other musicians. Program: Michael Praetorius (1571-1621) Ein ... more >> feste Burg a 8 Austin Philemon The New Becker Psalter: Psalm 46 Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847) Reformation Symphony, Op. 107 Heinrich Schutz (1585-1672) Deutsches Magnificat, SWV 494    New York City, NY; NYC

Sun, Oct 25
5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 25, 2026, 10/25/2026, Felix Mendelssohn's Reformation Symphony & More (In Person AND Online!)

Monday, October 26, 2026

Birdwatching | Park Birdwatching Outing
Learn the basics of bird watching in this fun outing for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. ... more >> Together, the group will explore NYC parks, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for resident urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 26
9:30 am
to 10:30 am
free, no reservation required

Birdwatchings, October 26, 2026, 10/26/2026, Park Birdwatching Outing
Classical Music | Works by Rachmaninoff, Ravel, & More for Violin, Cello, Piano, & Clarinet
The Claremont Trio: Emily Bruskin, violin, Julia Bruskin, cello, Sophiko Simsive, and piano. With Kinan ... more >> Azmeh, clarinet. The Claremont Trio has established itself as one of the leading piano trios in the United States. They have expanded the repertoire with many commissioned works and play with "aesthetic maturity, interpretive depth, and exuberance" (Palm Beach Daily News). Program: Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Trio elegiaque No. 1 Kinan Azmeh Gravitas Kinan Azmeh On Solitude and Other Ambiguous Emotions Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) Piano Trio    New York City, NY; NYC

Mon, Oct 26
7:30 pm
free, registration required

Concerts, October 26, 2026, 10/26/2026, Works by Rachmaninoff, Ravel, & More for Violin, Cello, Piano, & Clarinet

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Workshop | Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Placed in a unique setting, a model will strike short and long poses for participants to sketch and draw. ... more >> An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, or bring your own.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 28
10:00 am
to 12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshops, October 28, 2026, 10/28/2026, Artist-Led Figure Drawing in the Park
Workshop | An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
At this rowing session, after a brief orientation, participants will be assigned to a crew with an experienced ... more >> coxswain to steer the boat and a mixture of experienced and new rowers. The boats, Whitehall gigs, are stable, traditional working boats for four rowers and a coxswain. No experience is necessary and rowers of all ability levels are welcome! The rowing sessions last several hours and are designed to be excursions: groups row against the tide to a destination, take a break onshore or in a protected cove, then return home with the tide. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please complete the waiver before    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 28
5:00 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, registration required

Workshops, October 28, 2026, 10/28/2026, An Evening of Rowing in New York Harbor
Dancing | Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)
Teachers with Mi Salsa Dura Baile lead an evening of Latin rhythm and dancing! Each class starts off ... more >> with a lesson followed by an open dance floor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Wed, Oct 28
6:00 pm
to 9:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancings, October 28, 2026, 10/28/2026, Salsa Dancing on the Plaza (Lesson + Open Dance Floor)

Thursday, October 29, 2026

Classical Music | "Virtuoso Violinist" (Boston Globe) Performs Works by J.S. Bach (In Person AND Online!)
Edson Scheid, violin. A performance of J.S. Bach's Sonatas and Partitas for unaccompanied violin. This ... more >> concert will feature Sonata No. 2 in A minor, and Partita No. 2 in D minor.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 29
1:15 pm
to 2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 29, 2026, 10/29/2026, "Virtuoso Violinist" (Boston Globe) Performs Works by J.S. Bach (In Person AND Online!)
Classical Music | Choral Works in a Historic Cathedral
St. Thomas Parish Choir. Program: John Carter (1942-) The Church Victorious Judy Hunnicutt When In ... more >> Our Music God is Glorified Martin Shaw (1875-1958) With a Voice of Singing Theodore Dubois, Adoramus Te Christi David Schwoebel O God Beyond All Praising Robert Lau Lift High the Cross Hubert Parry (1848-1918) And All the Earth Shall Own Him Lord Janet S Whitacker That I May Serve Allen Pote (1945-) Psalm 139 John Rutter (1945) For the Beauty of the Earth Jacques Arcadelt (1507-1568) Ave Maria Tim Keyes St Patrick's Breastplate    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 29
1:45 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 29, 2026, 10/29/2026, Choral Works in a Historic Cathedral
Film | Sisters (1972): Neo-Noir Psychological Horror Film from Brian De Palma
A journalist investigates a seemingly impossible crime, uncovering a web of unsettling secrets that blur ... more >> the line between identity, memory, and reality. Director: Brian De Palma Cast: Margot Kidder, Jennifer Salt, Charles Durning, Bill Finley, Lisle Wilson Brian De Palma is a filmmaker with a career spanning over 50 years. He is best known for work in the suspense, crime, and psychological thriller genres. De Palma was a leading member of the New Hollywood generation.    New York City, NY; NYC

Thu, Oct 29
6:30 pm
to 8:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Films, October 29, 2026, 10/29/2026, Sisters (1972): Neo-Noir Psychological Horror Film from Brian De Palma

Friday, October 30, 2026

Tour | Discover the History of Penn Station's Architecture
Guides lead a walking tours focusing on iconic buildings in the area, focusing on Penn Station's design ... more >> and history.    New York City, NY; NYC

Fri, Oct 30
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Tours, October 30, 2026, 10/30/2026, Discover the History of Penn Station's Architecture

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Classical Music | Music on the Water: String Works in Remembrance of the Holocaust
This is an intimate concert project in which three acclaimed artists of international stature come together ... more >> to restore music silenced by the Holocaust to the living repertoire. Featuring Desiree Ruhstrat, violin, Melissa Reardon, viola, and Wendy Sutter, cello.    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 31
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concerts, October 31, 2026, 10/31/2026, Music on the Water: String Works in Remembrance of the Holocaust
Parade | Family Halloween Parade in the Park
The annual Hippo Playground Halloween Parade invites costumed kids to gather and parade. Put on your ... more >> favorite costume and enjoy the fun!    New York City, NY; NYC

Sat, Oct 31
3:30 pm
to 5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Parades, October 31, 2026, 10/31/2026, Family Halloween Parade in the Park
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