📍 What's Happening New York

New York this weekend

Everything happening Sat Oct 17–Sun Oct 18.

Saturday, October 17

Open House New York

Fri, Oct 16–18 · New York City, New York, NY

Get a glimpse of NYC’s rarely seen spaces with Open House New York’s Weekend.

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UJC Summit

Sat, Oct 17 · 545 W. 30th St., Manhattan, NY

This annual summit features conversations, panels and networking opportunities.

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Old Home Day

Sat, Oct 17 · 441 Clarke Ave., Staten Island, NY

Explore centuries-old customs and trades at Historic Richmond Town.

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Sunday, October 18

Little Manila Parade and Block Party

Sun, Oct 18 · New York City, New York, NY

This community celebration, held in honor of Filipino American Heritage Month, takes place in Woodside, Queens.

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Ongoing exhibits & runs

Gazillion Bubble Show

Thu, Nov 1 – Mon, Jan 18 · 340 W. 50th St., Manhattan, NY, 10019

See this interactive stage production—yes, featuring plenty of bubbles—at New World Stages.

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Maybe Happy Ending

Wed, Oct 16 – Sun, Feb 28 · 111 W. 44th St., Manhattan, NY, 10036

A new musical about love and older-model robots.

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Stranger Things: The First Shadow

Fri, Mar 28 – Sun, Jan 3 · 1535 Broadway, New York, NY, United States, 10036

This stage-mounted prequel to the Netflix show follows several characters as teenagers in 1959.

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Masquerade

Thu, Jul 31 – Sun, May 30 · New York City, New York, NY

The Phantom returns to the Broadway stage in an immersive experience that takes audiences on an interactive journey.

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El Quijote

Tue, Feb 24 – Thu, Dec 10 · 138 E. 27th St., Manhattan, NY

An adaptation of Cervantes’ novel makes it to Off-Broadway.

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Red Bull New York Soccer

Sat, Feb 28 – Sat, Nov 7 · 600 Cape May St., Harrison, NJ

See matches of the NYC area's original Major League Soccer team.

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New York City FC Soccer

Sat, Mar 7 – Sat, Oct 31 · 1 E. 161st St., Bronx, NY

New York City’s newer MLS team plays Yankee Stadium, with a move to a new home pitch in Queens planned for 2027.

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The Rocky Horror Show

Thu, Mar 26 – Sun, Feb 28 · 254 West 54th Street, New York, NY, United States, 10019

An all-star cast brings this story—which needs no introduction—back to Broadway.

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The Pursuit of Happiness

Wed, Apr 1 – Sat, Nov 21 · 59 Chelsea Piers, Manhattan, NY

Enjoy one of Big Apple Charter's many harbor tours.

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Schmigadoon!

Sat, Apr 4–4 · 208 W. 41st St., Manhattan, NY, 10036

A couple take a trip together in the hopes of working on their marriage, but end up stuck in the musical town of Schmigadoon.

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AIANY Around Manhattan Architecture Tour

Wed, Apr 15 – Thu, Dec 31 · Chelsea Piers, Pier 62 (22nd St. & Hudson River),Manhattan,10011,NY

See the Manhattan skyline from the river.

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Before New York

Sat, Apr 25 – Sun, Nov 15 · 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY

Explore the natural history of what is now known as New York City in an NYBG installation and events citywide.

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Drawing America: US@250

Fri, May 1 – Sun, Nov 8 · 200 Eastern Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY

This series of exhibitions and programs is a museum-wide look at equity and freedom.

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Public Art Fund Spring and Summer Programs

Tue, May 5 – Sun, Nov 15 · New York City, New York, NY

The Public Art Fund’s 2026 season kicks off this spring with four impressive exhibitions.

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Costume Art at The Met

Sun, May 10 – Sun, Jan 10 · Fifth Ave. at 82nd St., Manhattan, NY

The Costume Institute’s exhibition illustrates the connection between art and fashion.

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Hujar: Contact

Fri, May 22 – Sun, Oct 25 · 225 Madison Ave.,between 36th and 37th Streets,Manhattan,10016,NY

Trace the life and career of master photographer Peter Hujar.

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Heated Rivalry

Tue, May 26 – Sun, Jan 17 · New York City, New York, NY

Hockey takes the stage in this parody musical at The Culture Club.

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Revolutionary Women

Fri, May 29 – Sun, Oct 25 · 170 Central Park West, Manhattan, NY

Trace the role that women played in the American Revolution.

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Guggenheim Pop

Fri, Jun 5 – Sun, Jan 10 · 1071 Fifth Ave., Manhattan, NY

The Guggenheim pairs 1950-–’60s Pop art works with those of contemporary artists.

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Declaring America: 1776 and Beyond

Mon, Jun 15 – Sun, Jan 10 · Fifth Ave. & 42nd St., Manhattan, NY

The New York Public Library celebrates the 250th anniversary of our country with this expansive exhibition.

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Democracy Matters

Thu, Jun 18 – Sun, Nov 1 · 170 Central Park West, Manhattan, NY

The New York Historical explores the importance and evolution of democracy in the United States.

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Fall at Queens County Farm Museum

Sun, Aug 30 – Sun, Nov 1 · 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Queens, NY

Fall family fun at the Queens County Farm Museum includes the Agriculture Fair, Amazing Maize Maze and a Halloween festival.

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Pre-Existing Condition

Tue, Sep 1 – Fri, Jan 8 · 27 Barrow Street, New York, NY, United States, 10014

A rotation of star actors take turns in this play that looks at the ongoing impact of violence.

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Our Sinatra

Fri, Sep 11 – Sun, Nov 29 · New York City, New York, NY

This revival marks the 25th anniversary of the original engagement.

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Jazz at Lincoln Center 2026–2027 Season

Sat, Sep 12 – Sat, Jun 19 · Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway at 60th St.,Manhattan,10019,NY

The season, Wynton Marsalis’s last as artistic director, celebrates his impact along with many other performances.

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New York Giants Football

Sun, Sep 13 – Sun, Jan 10 · One MetLife Stadium Drive, East Rutherford, NJ, 07073

The New York Football Giants have won four Super Bowls and are looking to get to the playoffs this season.

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Drunk Dracula

Tue, Sep 15 – Sat, Nov 7 · New York City, New York, NY

This seasonal production comes from the team behind Drunk Shakespeare.

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Joyce Theater Fall Season

Wed, Sep 16 – Sun, Nov 29 · 175 Eighth Ave., Manhattan, NY, 10011

The Joyce Theater presents eight exciting performances from dance companies the world over.

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Halloween Harvest

Sat, Sep 19 – Sun, Nov 1 · 1000 Surf Ave., Brooklyn, NY

Coney Island’s Luna Park transforms into a family-friendly harvest and Halloween festival.

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New York Jets Football

Sun, Sep 20 – Sun, Jan 3 · One MetLife Stadium Drive, East Rutherford, NJ, 07073

Gang Green shares a home with the Giants, but the team has always had a bit more of a flair for back-page dramatics.

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Met Opera 2026–2027 Season

Tue, Sep 22 – Sat, Jun 12 · Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, Manhattan, NY

Opera favorites, new productions and a 60th anniversary gala round out this robust season.

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New York City Center Fall Season

Tue, Sep 22 – Sun, Nov 15 · W. 55th St. betw. Sixth & Seventh Aves., Manhattan, NY

New York City Center’s fall includes global performances and a three-week run of In the Heights.

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New York City Ballet Fall Season

Tue, Sep 22 – Sun, Oct 18 · 20 Lincoln Center, Manhattan, NY

Balanchine, Robbins, world premieres, a gala and a farewell to a principal dancer make up this fall season.

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The Bowery: Devil’s Mile

Thu, Sep 24 – Sun, Jan 31 · 235 Bowery, Manhattan, NY

Explore the history of New York City’s oldest thoroughfare, The Bowery, through artworks and artifacts.

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Teresa Margolles: En el lugar de los hechos (At the Scene)

Thu, Sep 24 – Sat, Feb 27 · 22-25 Jackson Ave., Queens, NY

MoMA PS1 presents the first-ever US survey of Mexican artist Teresa Margolles, famous for her large-scale works that explore transnational violence.

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Art of Manga

Sat, Oct 3 – Sun, Jan 31 · 200 Eastern Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY

Manga fans can get a deeper look at the art that goes into these comics and graphic novels.

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Krasner and Pollock: Past Continuous

Sun, Oct 4 – Sun, Jan 31 · Fifth Ave. at 82nd St., Manhattan, NY

More than 120 works from both artists highlight their parallel lives and what they created during their time together.

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The Rink at Rockefeller Center

Sat, Oct 10 – Mon, Mar 1 · 48th–51st Sts. btw. Fifth and Sixth Aves., Manhattan, NY

The City’s most famous ice-skating rink is a holiday must-visit during fall and winter.

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NYC Ice-Skating Rinks

Thu, Oct 15 – Mon, Mar 1 · New York City, New York, NY

Indoor and outdoor ice-skating rinks offer seasonal, family-friendly recreation throughout the five boroughs.

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Paranormal Activity

Sun, Oct 18 – Tue, May 4 · 245 W. 52nd St., New York, NY, United States, 10019

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A Ghost in Your Ear

Sun, Oct 18 – Sun, Dec 27 · 18 Minetta Ln., Manhattan, NY

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Phyl

Sun, Oct 18 – Sun, Nov 22 · New York City, New York, NY

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Just in Time

Sun, Oct 18 – Mon, Apr 10 · 235 West 50th Street, New York, NY, United States, 10019

Jonathan Groff stars as Bobby Darin in a retro musical about fame and legacy.

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Anon

Sun, Oct 18 – Fri, Nov 13 · 511 West 52nd Street, New York, NY, United States, 10019

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Operation Mincemeat

Sun, Oct 18 – Wed, Nov 22 · 252 W 45th St, New York, NY,

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The Hairy Ape

Sun, Oct 18 – Tue, Dec 8 · 132 W. 22nd St., Manhattan, NY

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The Hope Theory

Sun, Oct 18 – Thu, Jan 14 · W. 55th St. betw. Sixth & Seventh Aves., Manhattan, NY

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The Heart

Sun, Oct 18 – Wed, Dec 16 · 111 W 46th St, Manhattan, NY, 10036

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Six The Musical

Sun, Oct 18 – Tue, Feb 3 · 256 W 47th St, Manhattan, NY, 10036

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Growing America

Sun, Oct 18 – Mon, Feb 1 · 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY

The New York Botanical Garden celebrates America 250 through plants and food.

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Here You Are

Sun, Oct 18 – Mon, Jul 12 · Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden, 1000 Richmond Terr.,Staten Island,10301,NY

See a showcase of seven Staten Island artists' work at the Staten Island Museum at Snug Harbor.

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Día de los Muertos

Sun, Oct 18 – Tue, Nov 17 · 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY

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& Juliet

Sun, Oct 18 – Wed, Dec 4 · 124 W. 43rd St., Manhattan, NY, 10036

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Sunset Jazz

Sun, Oct 18 – Sun, Mar 28 · 5-25 46th Ave, Long Island City, NY

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