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New York City event calendar: things to do today

New York City event calendar: things to do today

Collection by Eventbrite

A typical day in New York City offers more variety than the menu at a neighborhood bodega, from cutting-edge concerts in Brooklyn to informative walking tours through Harlem. Get a taste of the Big Apple via this calendar of comedy shows, art exhibits, pop-up markets, and more amazing events throughout the city, selected by Eventbrite’s expert curators.

New York City event calendar: things to do today
New York City event calendar: things to do today
New York City event calendar: things to do today

New York City event calendar: things to do today

Collection by Eventbrite

A typical day in New York City offers more variety than the menu at a neighborhood bodega, from cutting-edge concerts in Brooklyn to informative walking tours through Harlem. Get a taste of the Big Apple via this calendar of comedy shows, art exhibits, pop-up markets, and more amazing events throughout the city, selected by Eventbrite’s expert curators.

Winter's the best time to fully appreciate Central Park. Discover the beautiful history behind some of the best urban green space in the world on this two-hour-long casual walking tour — written and led by a former Central Park employee!

Taj II Lounge hosts this weekly Sunday brunch in the Flatiron District, featuring two hours of complimentary mimosas and bellinis while you listen to R&B, hip-hop, and top 40 tunes.

Pay a visit to Lady Liberty aboard this narrated cruise, departing from Pier 78 at Hudson River Park multiple times daily. You'll sail past the Manhattan skyline and learn a thing or two along the way.

Enjoy the meditative qualities of old-growth tea in Chinatown at this quiet single-origin tea tasting.

Looking for the perfect date night? How about a full Moroccan meal presented with tea, cocktails, and belly dancing, all set on a rooftop overlooking the NYC skyline.

Whether you're a professional mixologist or just love a fun drink, this interactive event teaches you the secrets to making the perfect summer cocktail, along with appetizers and lots of drinks to enjoy.

This isn't your grandma's bingo night. You could win vintage records, free drinks, and more weird prizes when you grab a board and a free slice of pizza at this legendary Williamsburg dive.

Learn about roller skating during a basic fundamentals class in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Your ticket includes skate rentals and wrist guards, but you are also welcome to bring your own pair of skates to practice in.

Comedians Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky host this new weekly comedy showcase at Hotel 50 Bowery, presenting a lineup of funny folks from New York — and beyond!

This interactive cocktail show takes you to an 1830s New York City speakeasy where friendship, betrayal, and intrigue abound — and magic is real. While you take in the show and experience the narrative, you'll enjoy some amazing drinks.

The Brooklyn Comedy Collective hosts a weekly improv show every Friday, featuring some of the best and weirdest improv in NYC and some of the cheapest ticket prices in the city.

Escape the city without the stress. You'll hop on a bus in Manhattan and make stops at three different award-winning wineries in Long Island this laid back day trip, which features a dozen tastings and a gourmet picnic lunch.

This guided healing workshop in a peaceful salt cave combines hypnosis and deep breat hwork to help you clear old patterns out of your brain and reprogram subconscious beliefs.

Kids and grown-ups of all ages are welcome at this free Dragon Boat Festival, where you can design your own dragon boat, learn to make zòngzi and xiāng bāo, and enjoy activities like storytelling and scavenger hunts.

Beginners and veteran players are invited to this monthly mahjong meetup, where you can learn the basics before facing off against fellow mahjong lovers in a low-pressure, ultra-friendly setting.

Go back in time to the forests and hills of 18th-century Manhattan at the only remaining farmhouse in the city. Enjoy wine and cheese in the backyard garden after a private after-hours tour of the historical Dutch Colonial-style home and grounds.

Throw on a psychedelic, celestial-inspired outfit and show up to House of Yes for this intimate set from New Zealand electronic artist Opiuo, joined by Thought Process and Freddy Todd.

Self-proclaimed "Queen of Dance" Empress Cece leads this body positive dance class in Brooklyn, where attendees can express themselves during a vigorous session set to the pulsing rhythms of dancehall and soca music.

From Debut to TTPD, wear your Eras Tour outfit and dance to your favorite Taylor songs as the sun sets behind the Manhattan skyline on this Swiftie-themed boat party.

The top of a parking garage on West 97th is home to fish ponds, fruit trees, and flowering shrubs, but only members could access it—until now. Take a private tour and enjoy drinks al fresco at this urban oasis.

When it comes to surf safety, etiquette is as important as knowing how to swim. Local surf instructors host this donation-based etiquette session, so you'll be confident in the Rockaway waves this summer.

It's like a Netflix dating show, but live on stage. Two blindfolded singles go on a first date on stage at this raw, real, and very relatable dating comedy show.

Learn the basics of cheese flavor pairings with a 90 minute cheesemonger-led class, with various cheeses served alongside fine wines, warm bread, and delicious antipasto.

Once a month, comedians Nika Lomazzo and Anya Volz present a night of queer joy and laughter at Parkside Lounge. After the show, take part in a structured, psychology-inspired social hour to make new besties with zero stress.

More than just a typical "Rocky Horror" screening, this Pride party features pre-show antics and an after-party that's almost guaranteed to break out in sing-alongs.

Coming to NYC for the first time ever, this storied beer festival hosts over 50 international breweries showcasing their finest pilsners while offering unlimited pours.

Ex-Broadway dancer JoAnna Ross is turning 50 and ready to make you laugh about it — and get you home by 9pm, because you're showing up to the early show.

Get ready to dance while enjoying live body painting, art auctions, an electric violin performance, plus food and drink at this three-level rooftop benefit party overlooking the city. Your ticket price benefits the National Center of Missing and Exploited Children.

This dynamic multimedia Pride party features drag performances, stand-up sets, dancing, and giveaways spread across two stages at the Bell House.

Head to Pier 4 for an afternoon of rum cocktails, tropical food, and rhythmic Caribbean music, featuring a stacked lineup of performers.

Wear your most festive cocktail attire to this elevated open bar fundraiser, helping St. Nicholas Project provide critical services to New Yorkers in need.

Using techniques like shibori and wax resist, you'll learn how to create artistically dyed fabrics with a vat of real indigo at this workshop hosted in a Brooklyn textile printing studio.

Join dozens of new friends for a bike ride from downtown Manhattan to Rockaway Beach, where you can enjoy complimentary beers, play volleyball, and spend a perfect day in the sun.

Tequila takes over DUMBO at this boozy outdoor festival, featuring cash bars as well as free tequila punch and complimentary foods like tacos and jerk chicken.

Sip drinks and hang out with new friends while you create the perfect scented candle using natural soy wax and custom essential oil blends at this instructor-led workshop.

Shibori bundles, dye modifiers, and natural plant colors are just some of things that you'll explore during this hands-on textile workshop. Bring your own items to dye if you like — all necessary materials will be provided.

If you love tiki drinks and exotic cocktails, grab a ticket to NYC's favorite drink festival before they sell out. Along with drink sips and spirit samples, the city's best mixologists and bars will compete for "Best Cocktail of The Year," voted on by you.

Combining elements of reggae and soca with catchy pop arrangements, Kes the Band headlines this Labor Day weekend concert on Pier 4 in Brooklyn.

Prepare for a feast to remember during this barbecue festival at Snug Harbor, where pitmasters will be smoking delicious dishes, served alongside hot sauce, beer, cider, and cocktails.