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56 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, October 3, 2026

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free events nyc Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest: Portuguese Cinema, Talks, Live Music
free events nyc Fashion Show Reflecting the Visual Language of Life at Sea
free events nyc Site-Specific Dance Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance
free events nyc Sneak Preview: East of Eden (2026) Episodes 1-3 (+ Creator Q&A)
free events nyc Italian Hits and More by a Multilingual Singer
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Workshop | Full Body Workout on the Pier


A sport-inspired workout focused on strength, conditioning, and mobility. Led by Joe Holder. All levels are welcome. Think a class focused on body weight exercises and then using equipment such as dumbbells to get that heart rate up while having fun and feeling good! Mats and equipment will be provided - just bring the energy and supportive cross-training shoes. Organizers will also have water on site but please bring a water bottle.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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9:30 am
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Full Body Workout on the Pier

Dancing | Bollywood and Bhangra Dance Workshop on the Pier (All Levels Welcome)


Ajna Dance Company leads an energetic dance workshop! Learn easy-to-follow dance moves inspired by vibrant South Asian music and culture. Whether you’re trying Bollywood and Bhangra for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, you’ll leave energized, inspired, and ready to hit the dance floor. No dance experience needed!
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
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Dancings, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Bollywood and Bhangra Dance Workshop on the Pier (All Levels Welcome)

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, design, and landscape. Note: Spots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
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Park Walks, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Parks

Workshop | Drawing in Nature


Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of the park. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided or bring your own.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Drawing in Nature

Screening | International Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors: Golf & Football


Today's Schedule: 10:00am - 12:00pm Golf- DP World Tour Alfred Dunhill Links Championship 12:00pm - 3:30pm College Football- Navy vs Air Force 3:30pm - 6:00pm College Football- OSU vs Iowa 6:00pm - 9:30pm College Football- Oregon State vs CSU *Scheduled programming subject to change. Seating is open to the public on a first-come, first-serve basis. Wells Fargo customers receive priority seating.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:00 am
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Screenings, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, International Events on the Big (30-foot!) Screen Outdoors:&nbsp;Golf & Football

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson


A welcoming public kayaking experience and see New York City from the water. Guests will receive basic 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
10:00 am
free, no reservation required
Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Kayaking on the Hudson

Workshop | Accessible, Grounding, & Restorative Yoga in the Park


Participants flow together and celebrate community through mindful movement with Yoga Sangraha. This is not a new style of yoga, but a gathering of timeless practices — accessible, grounding, and deeply restorative. Led with science and tradition at the heart, this class will guide you through a sequence of postures designed to balance, stabilize, and calm the body and mind. The word Sangraha means “a collection,” and this practice brings together postures and breathwork that activate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping you leave feeling focused, connected, and at ease. No prior experience needed — come as you are! Bring a bottled water. Organizers will provide the yoga mats. Weather permitting.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:30 am
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Accessible, Grounding, & Restorative Yoga in the Park

Tour | Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment


A historical walking tour of the area's highlights. Look into the past of this unique area of NYC and learn about its exciting transformation and future. In this walking tour led by official guides, you'll examine how historic preservation, innovative design, and environmental stewardship make the area what it is today.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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10:45 am
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Tours, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment

Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
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Museumss, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Jewish History: Centuries of Art

Workshop | Learn to Juggle in the Park


This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Learn to Juggle in the Park

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 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:45 am
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Tours, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Outdoor Public Art Walkthrough: In-Depth Look at New Works

Festival | Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest: Portuguese Cinema, Talks, Live Music


A taste of Portugal's engaging cultural offerings. Kick off the day with Portuguese cinema at an animated short film festival for audiences of all ages. Continue into the evening with a conversation featuring Luso American writer Katherine Vaz as she discusses her work and Portuguese heritage. Cap off the day with performances by Expresso Transatlantico, whose genre-defying sound blends Portuguese tradition with global rhythms and contemporary experimentation, followed by internationally acclaimed art-pop and rock band The Gift, whose dynamic live performances have captivated audiences around the world. 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
12:00 pm
free, fast-track available
Festivals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Contemporary Portuguese Arts Fest: Portuguese Cinema, Talks, Live Music

Festival | Explore Manhattan's Only Lighthouse


Celebrate Manhattan's only remaining lighthouse (which is over 140 years old!) with readings of the eponymous children's book, live music, and activities for all ages! The Little Red Lighthouse is beloved by New Yorkers and visitors alike. As in years past, tours will be first come, first served. To safely and comfortably accommodate visitors, organizers have reduced the total number of visitors they can accommodate. It's recommended that visitors looking to tour the lighthouse earlier in the day arrive before noon.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Festivals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Explore Manhattan's Only Lighthouse

Performance | Fashion Show Reflecting the Visual Language of Life at Sea


An event where maritime history meets childhood memory, folklore, and contemporary design in the work of Austin Korth. As the show progresses, set against the backdrop of an 1885 tall ship's masts and rigging, you will see how the collection draws inspiration from the golden age of seafaring and the rugged landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. Watch the visual language of life at sea take on new forms as weathered sails, sailors' tattoos, fishing nets, shoreline treasures, nautical chinaware, and Victorian sailor uniforms are reimagined as unexpected elements of modern garments. Each piece evokes an artifact from an imagined past--a relic shaped by memory, myth, and life along the water. An opportunity to explore a collection that bridges the Oregon coast of the designer's childhood with the maritime legacy of New York, where clothing becomes a vessel for stories carried across time and place. Following the show, models will disperse throughout the ship to allow attendees to get a closer look at the work. Surrounded by ship's historic decks, this is your chance to experience a fashion collection in a setting that brings its maritime inspiration vividly to life. Access involves climbing a few stairs, walking up an angled gangway, and descending a few stairs onto the deck. The lower decks are accessible via stairs, while the upper deck requires navigating steep ladder-like stairs. Seating is limited and not guaranteed. All seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
12:00 pm
free, registration required
Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Fashion Show Reflecting the Visual Language of Life at Sea

Festival | Latin Food Celebration (+ Live Salsa, DJs, Food Competitions, & More)


The official unofficial NYC celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. One day under the viaduct in West Harlem: 40+ vendors representing the diaspora, cooking from pupusas to pernil, two stages of live salsa, folklórico, headline performances, and DJs, and food competitions all day, including the Empanada or Nada eating showdown.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Festivals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Latin Food Celebration (+ Live Salsa, DJs, Food Competitions, & More)

Workshop | Learn To Play Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 18+)


If you've ever been curious about Dungeons & Dragons (a.k.a. D&D), or interested in learning more about tabletop gaming, then this is the program for you! Dice Goblins NYC, a group of TTRPG enthusiasts will teach attendees the basics of Dungeons & Dragons, answer questions, and help players build their first character sheet. Then, if time permits, attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in a brief, one-off campaign. This program is intended for beginners, but more seasoned players are also welcome to share the space! Ages 18+ only.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Learn To Play Dungeons & Dragons (Ages 18+)

Dance Performance | Site-Specific Dance Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance


This performance brings together dancers Asha Thomas and Robert Cornejo in an intimate dance that offers a sensitive lecture on communication across generations. By placing these two artists at distinct, contrasting moments in their lives and careers, the choreography becomes a living conversation where maturity and youth meet. Their physical dialogue navigates the deep-seated difficulties of finding balance, letting the human relationship play out directly within the environment around them. Choreographer Leo Lerus's practice frequently draws inspiration from the Guadeloupean Gwoka music tradition, exploring the island's natural and cultural ability to adapt to change. Through his movement research, Lerus explores environments in a delicate natural balance and examines how that equilibrium is altered by contemporary input. By weaving these ideas into the duet, the performance reflects the complex mix of feelings around environmental preservation--using the movement of two different generations to juxtapose disappointment and anger with an enduring hope and a shared movement toward a positive future. The performance takes place as well at 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
12:30 pm
free, RSVP recommended
Dance Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Site-Specific Dance Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance

Tour | Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment


A historical walking tour of the area's highlights. Look into the past of this unique area of NYC and learn about its exciting transformation and future. In this walking tour led by official guides, you'll examine how historic preservation, innovative design, and environmental stewardship make the area what it is today.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:45 pm
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Tours, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Explore a Unique Pocket of NYC: A Look at History, Design, & Environment

Performance | Absurdist Spectacle Performance in the Park


Artist Pat Oleszko hosts an exuberant picnic performance featuring dancers and prancers of Resist-Ants 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Absurdist&nbsp;Spectacle Performance in the Park

Workshop | Artmaking on the Plaza with a Professional Artist


Led by a local teaching artist, this drop-in class invites participants to explore creativity through hands-on artmaking. Past mediums have included plein-air drawing, printmaking, cyanotypes, and more. All materials are provided.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Artmaking on the Plaza with a Professional Artist

Workshop | Kayaking in a Hudson River Cove


This event provides the equipment, instruction, and oversight you need to experience a safe and fun afternoon 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Kayaking in a Hudson River Cove

Party | Play New Games & Make New Friends


Play your favorite contemporary board games! Featured games include but are not limited to Chameleon, Wavelength, Avalon, Parade, Splendor, Century Spice Road, Mountain Goats, No Thanks, Codenames, Werewords, Spyfall, Azul, Letter Jam, Dixit, In Kahootz, and Captain Sonar. A new game will be selected each week.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Partys, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Play New Games & Make New Friends

Film | Spielberg's E.T. (1982): Science Fantasy Film


An alien is left behind on Earth and saved by the 10-year-old Elliott who decides to keep him hidden in his home. While a task force hunts for the extra-terrestrial, Elliott, his brother, and his little sister Gertie form an emotional bond with their new friend, and try to help him find his way home. Director: Steven Spielberg Cast: Dee Wallace, Peter Coyote, Henry Thomas Steven Spielberg is an American film director, writer, and producer. A major figure of the New Hollywood era and pioneer of the modern blockbuster, he is the most commercially successful director of all time. He is the recipient of various accolades, including three Academy Awards, two BAFTA Awards, and four Directors Guild of America Awards, as well as the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1995, the Kennedy Center Honor in 2006, the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2009, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015. Seven of his films have been inducted into the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant."
   Manhattan, New York, NY
1:00 pm
free, registration required
Films, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Spielberg's E.T. (1982): Science Fantasy Film

Film | Cujo (1983): Horror Film 


Cujo, a friendly St. Bernard, contracts rabies and conducts a reign of terror on an American farm. Director: Lewis Teague Cast: Dee Wallace, Daniel Hugh-Kelly, Danny Pintauro, Ed Lauter, Christopher Stone
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
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Films, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Cujo&nbsp;(1983): Horror Film&nbsp;

Film | Godzilla (1954): Classic Japanese Epic Kaiju Film


Underwater hydrogen bomb testing awakens a fire-breathing monster from its centuries-long sleep and it soon starts to terrorize Japan. Director: Ishiro Honda Cast: Akira Takarada, Momoko Kochi, Akihiko Hirata, Takashi Shimura
   Manhattan, New York, NY
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Films, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Godzilla (1954): Classic Japanese Epic Kaiju 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Festival | Celebration of Indigenous Music, Dance, & Living Tradition


This immersive event unites Cordilleran, Igorot, and other Indigenous and ethnic minority communities in a powerful showcase of cultural pride and artistic excellence. Featuring captivating performances, a youth presentation competition, and opportunities for cultural exchange, the festival fosters intergenerational learning and community connection. As a leading U.S. gathering, it honors ancestral heritage while inviting diverse audiences to engage with the richness of Cordilleran culture, strengthening unity across the diaspora, alongside other ethnic minorities, and celebrating the enduring spirit of Indigenous artistry. The festival coincides with the National Indigenous Peoples Month celebration in the Philippines, Filipino-American History Month and Indigenous People's Day on the Second week of October in the United States.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
2:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish, tickets required
Festivals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Celebration of Indigenous Music, Dance, & Living Tradition

Tour | Explore Collection Featuring Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More


Explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. It contains objects of artistic, historic, and literary interest for the advancement of the study of the Spanish and Portuguese languages, literature, and history around the world. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
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Tours, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Explore Collection Featuring Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and More

Dance Performance | Site-Specific Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance


This performance brings together dancers Asha Thomas and Robert Cornejo in an intimate dance that offers a sensitive lecture on communication across generations. By placing these two artists at distinct, contrasting moments in their lives and careers, the choreography becomes a living conversation where maturity and youth meet. Their physical dialogue navigates the deep-seated difficulties of finding balance, letting the human relationship play out directly within the environment around them. Choreographer Leo Lerus's practice frequently draws inspiration from the Guadeloupean Gwoka music tradition, exploring the island's natural and cultural ability to adapt to change. Through his movement research, Lerus explores environments in a delicate natural balance and examines how that equilibrium is altered by contemporary input. By weaving these ideas into the duet, the performance reflects the complex mix of feelings around environmental preservation--using the movement of two different generations to juxtapose disappointment and anger with an enduring hope and a shared movement toward a positive future.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
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Dance Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Site-Specific Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance

Park Walk | Island Birdwatching: Discover Local Avians


Whether you’re an expert birder or a beginner, this tours is designed to help you discover what makes this island an excellent place for birding. Did you know that nearly 240 bird species have been spotted here?
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:15 pm
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Park Walks, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Island Birdwatching: Discover Local Avians

Tour | Where To, From Here: Solo Photography Exhibit Keeping Record of Movement Walkthrough


An intimate artist-led tour of the exhibit from Azikiwe Mohammed. Where To, From Here brings together 140 photographs drawn from an ongoing series begun in 2023, which now comprises approximately 280 images. Made primarily with Polaroid film, the photographs trace Mohammed’s travels across the United States, documenting people, places, and sites of gathering along the way. The question posed by the title is both geographic and political. Mohammed asks what kinds of spaces can hold people as established structures collapse, exclude, or become increasingly unable to serve the communities they were meant to support. He also considers who those structures have never held and how the shape of “us” continues to expand.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:30 pm
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Tours, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Where To, From Here: Solo Photography Exhibit Keeping Record of Movement Walkthrough

Workshop | Queer Poetry Celebration: Writing & Sharing (All Levels Welcome)


This event is a workshop where attendees will read, write, and celebrate queer poetry. The group will spend the first 90 minutes reading and writing new work, and the rest of the meeting will be used for personal introductions and sharing works. Bring your authentic selves, your best (or worst!) poems, and a love for the written word. Open to all experience levels.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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2:30 pm
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Workshops, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Queer Poetry Celebration: Writing & Sharing (All Levels Welcome)

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 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.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
2:45 pm
free, no reservation required
Partys, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Roller Dance Social In a Park with Live DJ
3:00 pm
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Musicals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, "Delightful," "Very Moving" Musical
3:00 pm
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Plays, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Award-Winning Drama

Screening | Sneak Preview: East of Eden (2026) Episodes 1-3 (+ Creator Q&A)


A screening of the first three episodes of the new Netflix series, starring Florence Pugh, Christopher Abbott, and Mike Faist, followed by a Q&A with series creator Zoe Kazan. This fresh interpretation of Steinbeck's masterpiece will explore the multigenerational saga of the Trask family, focusing new attention on its indelible antihero, Cathy Ames, played by Pugh.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
3:00 pm
free, RSVP required
Screenings, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Sneak Preview: East of Eden (2026) Episodes 1-3 (+ Creator Q&A)

Dance Performance | Site-Specific Dance Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance


This performance brings together dancers Asha Thomas and Robert Cornejo in an intimate dance that offers a sensitive lecture on communication across generations. By placing these two artists at distinct, contrasting moments in their lives and careers, the choreography becomes a living conversation where maturity and youth meet. Their physical dialogue navigates the deep-seated difficulties of finding balance, letting the human relationship play out directly within the environment around them. Choreographer Leo Lerus's practice frequently draws inspiration from the Guadeloupean Gwoka music tradition, exploring the island's natural and cultural ability to adapt to change. Through his movement research, Lerus explores environments in a delicate natural balance and examines how that equilibrium is altered by contemporary input. By weaving these ideas into the duet, the performance reflects the complex mix of feelings around environmental preservation--using the movement of two different generations to juxtapose disappointment and anger with an enduring hope and a shared movement toward a positive future.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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3:30 pm
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Dance Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Site-Specific Dance Duet, Physical Dialogue Finding Balance

Opening Reception | And Yet Again: Solo Exhibition Walkthrough


A closing reception and tour of the exhibition of new paintings and works on paper by Katia Santibañez. These new paintings mark the artist’s continuing exploration of structure and order within the framework of the grid, which first appeared in her paintings in 2007. The dichotomy between repetition and differentiation is at the core of this new body of work. Santibañez changes and shifts the sequencing and selection of color in each segment to animate color vibrations and geometric patterning. The exhibition’s title, And Yet Again, speaks to the consistent nature of the artist’s methodology and the cycles of life, time, and nature’s processes, which repeat but are never the same. Her process meditates on the balance of order and disorder within the world, whether political, environmental, or psychological, generating complexity, perception, and meaning. Santibañez encourages viewers to look deeply at the surface of her paintings and seek out the variations. The all-over compositions draw the viewer in to start where they will, and continue through the painting as if lost in a field or garden. Every painting is filled with innumerable decisions, beautiful and seductive, moving with color and animating a rigid structure.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
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Opening Receptions, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, And Yet Again: Solo Exhibition&nbsp;Walkthrough

Gallery Talk | Artists Discuss Works Calling on Histories of Pointillism & Divisionism 


An artist talk with Asher Liftin, Phong H. Bui, and Arne Glimcher. Within the gallery, Bui and Glimcher will discuss with Liftin his new paintings and drawings on view, in which he translates photographic images refracted in a glass eye into meticulously hand-crafted renderings on canvas and paper. The resulting images both evoke and extend histories of pointillism and divisionism while sitting on the border between the human and the mechanical.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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Gallery Talks, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Artists Discuss Works Calling on Histories of Pointillism & Divisionism&nbsp;

Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue (In Person AND Online!)


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue (In Person AND Online!)

Concert | Woodstock-Tinged Psychedelia Folk Band on the Plaza


The Slambovian Circus of Dreams, whose subtle accents of southern rock, Celtic and British folk, is as delicious a slice of Americana pie as you're ever likely to find. Prepare to be blown away! There's plenty of space to dance or, if you prefer, relax with friends and family at one of the many tables while enjoying all that this urban oasis.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
4:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Woodstock-Tinged Psychedelia Folk Band on the Plaza
7:00 pm
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Musicals, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, "Delightful," "Very Moving" Musical
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, A Blend of Classical Music and Jazz

Concert | A Sonic & Performative Activation of an Arts Exhibition


An evening of live experimental musical performances on the occasion of Rafal Skoczek's offsite solo exhibition, Kino Drift. The program brings together Jamira Estrada, a Swiss-Mexican DJ, musician, and composer based in Zurich, and Neverdie, an alias of New York-based artist Sam Lala. Working from a foundation in electroacoustic composition, Estrada moves through drone, noise, and immersive sound to build performances that blur the line between composition and improvisation. Alongside Neverdie, the evening draws together two distinct approaches to live sound, offering a sonic and performative activation of the exhibition.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, A Sonic & Performative Activation of an Arts Exhibition
7:00 pm
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Plays, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Award-Winning Drama

Book Discussion | Book Launch: Korean Cocktails from Momofuku Beverage Director


Haera Shin in conversation with Joanna Lin. Discover the rich heritage of Korea's treasured traditional spirits and the bold new cocktails redefining their future. In Korean Cocktails, beverage director Haera Shin invites you into the vibrant world of Korea's treasured traditional alcohols, known collectively as sool. From soju, the country's best-known spirit, to makgeolli rice wine, these time-honored drinks carry centuries of craft and culture--and are now being reimagined by a new generation of makers and mixologists around the globe.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
7:00 pm
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Book Discussions, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Book Launch: Korean Cocktails from Momofuku Beverage Director
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Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Five-Star Rated Dark Comedy

Classical Music | Italian Hits and More by a Multilingual Singer


Paris-born and Venice-raised, K Starck brings a classically trained voice and a distinctly multicultural perspective, performing in English, Italian, French, and Spanish. A graduate of London's Royal Academy of Music, K draws inspiration from poetry, Italian cultural memory, and the many places that have shaped her artistic identity. Her recent releases include interpretations of Italian favorites Patty Pravo's "Pensiero Stupendo" and Mia Martini's "Quante Volte," alongside the original English-language songs "Man in the Window" and "Shedding Skin."
   Manhattan, New York, NY
7:00 pm
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Italian Hits and More by a Multilingual Singer
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Theaters, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Theater and Dance: Compelling Stories
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Chopin, Rachmaninoff and More at a Landmark Venue
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Plays, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Family Comedy at a Major Theater
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Plays, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Humorous Theatrical Miniatures
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Performances, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Intimate, Transformative Human Journey

Play | Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father’s Daughter -- Original Solo Show Exploring Displacement, Prejudice, & Cultural Assimilation 


A gripping, award-winning show that mirrors today's growing intolerance of race and religion. Due to religious persecution during the 1941 “Farhud” pogrom that took place in Baghdad, Valerie’s paternal Middle Eastern Jewish family was forced to flee Iraq and build a new home in America. This play highlights her family’s struggle to immigrate to a new land and transcend their harrowing past, so that love and the importance of family triumph. It’s not just a Jewish story, but a narrative that anyone can relate to, with having to immigrate to another country, being forced to evacuate during wartime, suffering bullying, and the ramifications of having to adapt to a foreign culture that’s not so welcoming. Written and performed by award-winning actress Valerie David.
   Manhattan, New York, NY
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Plays, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Baggage From BaghDAD: Becoming My Father&rsquo;s Daughter -- Original Solo Show Exploring Displacement, Prejudice, & Cultural Assimilation&nbsp;
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Major American Bluesman at Revered Venue
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Concerts, October 03, 2026, 10/03/2026, Dance, Laugh, and Sing Along!
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Dance Performance | Iconic Dance Company

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Classical Music | "Virtuoso" Pianist Performs Works by Liszt & More

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Musical | "A Must See" Musical by Tony Winner

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Performance | Erotic Burlesque Show

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