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New York City event calendar: things to do today

New York City event calendar: things to do today

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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

Colección de 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.

An all-queer cast presents this night of super gay, incredibly hilarious improv at the legendary UCB Theatre.

Head to the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Chelsea for an afternoon of pumpkin spice and everything nice. Coffee lovers can enjoy a classic PSL, sample exclusive beverages, and even compete in some seasonal trivia.

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.

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.

Your Saturday night out has never been this cozy: Grab a drink and listen to live jazz musicians playing renditions of your favorite Studio Ghibli melodies and other classic anime tunes.

Wear white and neon colors to this 75-minute blacklight Vinyasa class. Plenty of glowsticks and paint are provided for bonus rave vibes.

All of Bachelor Nation is invited to one of the franchise's most popular podcasts live on stage, just in time for Arden and her celebrity guests to discuss Joan's journey on "The Golden Bachelor."

The Devil visits Moscow in Mikhail Bulgakov's secret Stalin-era cult classic play, returning to the stage in this exclusive English performance.

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.

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.

Bake lady finger cookies from scratch, then layer them with three flavors of mascarpone cream to create a trio of coffee, matcha, and strawberry tiramisu to take home.

Peep orange leaves, red berries, and colorful flowers on an autumnal tour of the massive Queens Botanical Garden, led by a knowledgeable, plant-loving staff member.

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.

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.

Play Dungeons & Dragons, a cooperative role-playing game, at BrookLAN. No gaming experience is required.

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.

A mother and member of the Dai ethnic minority returns from Shanghai to her small hometown village to kindle her relationship with her daughter in this coming-of-age film, exploring ideas of shifting identities and economic migration. Director Peng Fei Song will video call from China for a live Q&A after the screening.

You might get the chance to hear Abraham Lincoln's gay poetry read out loud at this raunchy history show, full of weird facts you didn't learn in high school.

Shop local at this Thursday morning farmers' market on East 104th Street, featuring booths with fresh produce, handmade baked goods, cute crafts, and fun gifts.

This high-energy workout combines cardio, strength training, and pilates into a one-hour sweat session that will leave you tired, sore, and happy.

This global cuisine extravaganza features some of the Tri-State's best food vendors along with more eclectic offerings like mechanical bull riding, axe throwing, a bungee, and mini golf. You'll also find beer and wine tastings, live music, dancing, and a kid's zone.

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.

Are you ready for it? Pick your era and get dressed up to get down with your fellow Swifties at the original Taylor-themed dance party.

Bring the hype to this high-energy rooftop day party, where live DJs spin EDM and hip-hop beats and bartenders sling 2-for-1 drink specials before 5 pm.

At this 45-minute dumbbell-based group workout, you'll work up a sweat and socialize without alcohol at an NA cocktail hour following the class.

Kick off the Halloween season with a vampire-chic costumed dance party at House of Yes!, full of fangs, leather, and blood-splattered everything.

Round-trip transportation is included in this fun upstate day trip. Take a gorgeous hike during peak leaf-peeping season, then enjoy some beers and brats with your fellow travelers and new friends.

From the ramble to an Egyptian obelisk, take an autumnal stroll without leaving Manhattan on this guided tour of some Central Park spots you might have never seen before.

Three different homebrewers open their doors to you (literally) on this rare tour of NYC's home microbreweries, where you'll try some of the city's best beers you truly won't find anywhere else.

One simple embroidery stitch will let you decorate a cute custom tote bag you can use every day, plus gain a creative skill you can do literally anywhere. An artist will guide you through this social, beginner-friendly class while you enjoy tea and coffee.

Even though it's officially autumn, you can keep "brat" summer going at this green and pink dance party with a Barbie-meets-Bratz-meets-"brat" theme.

Humans have been recording their cats' antics since the camera was invented. Celebrate the special bond between cats and pet parents at this meow-velous night of film, where a portion of ticket sales go to local animal welfare nonprofits.

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!

Here's your chance to get the ink of your dreams: Over 300 international tattoo artists will come together for three days of world-class body art, alongside live music, performances, local food vendors, and activities for all ages.

Remember summer days at this cool DJ night inspired by '80s Tokyo, complete with a cosplay contest.

Costumes are encouraged to this late-night, wizard-themed rave with '90s and Y2K pop tracks blasting alongside free candy and glowsticks.

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.

Take a break from the Comic Con chaos and stop by for a nerdy afternoon hang, where you can make decoden crafts, play video games, shop cool vendors, and enjoy music and drinks with your friends.

The wine is included in this cozy scented candle-making workshop, hosted at one of Bed Stuy's coolest Black-owned wine bars.

From memoirs and nonfiction to sci-fi and more, expand your reading horizons at this queer-friendly book club that meets on the third Saturday of every month.

Dance moves, toning, and somatic exercises combine into one upbeat, beginner-friendly dance workout that feels like a night at the coolest club ever.

As Pizza Loves Emily was blowing up on the NYC dining scene, the co-founders' marriage was doing the same. Hear the story about their continued kinship at this book event with one of the restaurant's co-founders.

This year's film celebration of human's best friend will include prize-winning documentaries about veterans and their PTSD service dogs, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Association of Service Dog Providers.

Don your favorite cosplay and get ready to meet voice actors from your favorite anime while perusing anime card vendors, enjoying Asian food, sipping drinks like shochu and sake, taking photos with your friends, and winning cool prizes.

It's showtime! Embrace the darkness with a live reenactment of the 1988 creepy cult classic, where the actors on stage progressively get more and more drunk as the show goes on.

Colorful leaves, rolling hills, fresh air, and the cutest new friends you'll ever meet: This transportation-inclusive upstate day trip will have you hiking alongside llamas and alpacas while you enjoy leaf peeping and making new human friends, too.

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.

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.

Enjoy a paired cheese tasting without the hangover at this inventive spirit-free guided class. It's perfect for a sober date night or for anyone interested in learning to explore flavor profiles without the booze.

Brooklyn's legendary vintage show returns to Industry City for two days of shopping the most incredible gowns, perfectly worn-in jeans, rare jewelry, and fabulous accessories from vendors across the country.

The city's top cheesemongers have hand-selected six cheeses, only available during the autumn months, for this exclusive seasonal tasting class.

Brooklyn-based jazz musician Tomin Perea-Chamblee celebrates the release of debut record "A Willed and Conscious Balance" with a party at the Brooklyn Music School featuring Teiana Davis, Clérida Eltimé, Lester St. Louis, Linton Smith II, Luke Stewart & Tcheser Holmes.

Bring your well-socialized dog to a two-part comedy show for canine lovers, where your ticket donation goes towards local animal rescue efforts.

Get ready to sing along to the likes of Mariah and Whitney: The captivating voice of R&B vocalist Emilie Surtees brings some of your favorite love songs live to the stage.

Wander the halls of this immense vintage jewelry and antiquities show, where antique and contemporary designer fine jewelry, watches, and decor will be brought to NYC from around the world for you to drool over and take home.

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.

Watch live painting while an assortment of pop-rock, funk, and psych-rock bands play at a three-level nightclub at this classic NYC musical showcase.

Meet other members of the LGBTQIA+ community in an alcohol-free setting where the only buzz you might be feeling is the excitement of making a new friend.