Shakespeare in the Park Star Performer
Sat, Sep 19 · 8:00 PM
Central Park
Things to Do This Weekend, September 19th - 20th, in New York City.
I keep an eye on all five boroughs, and the honest answer is that most weeks Brooklyn and Queens are where the interesting stuff is.
These events are worth leaving the house for. Ask me for something more specific.
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Browse New York City neighborhood by neighborhood, get ideas just for you, or ask me anything.
Top picks
The Cherry Orchard Star Performer
Sat, Sep 19 · 8:00 PM
Upper East Side
Bangladesh Not "Bhaangadesh" Free Exhibition
Sat, Sep 19 · 12:00 PM
Jamaica
SUBMERGE: Beyond the Render Star Performer
Sat, Sep 19 · 10:00 AM
Chelsea
“The Bicentennial Revisited: The Spirit of ’76?” Exhibition
Sat, Sep 19 · 12:00 PM
Jamaica
CHROMA: Tales Between the Hues
Sat, Sep 19 · 11:00 AM
West Village • $$$$
Superfunland: Journey Into The Erotic Carnival
Sat, Sep 19 · 12:00 PM
Midtown
How to Be a Guerrilla Girl y Hacer Ruido Up & Coming Artist
Sat, Sep 19 · 3:00 PM
Upper West Side
Shake, Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos Brunch!
Sat, Sep 19 · 12:30 PM
Hell's Kitchen • $$
Paranormal Activity
Sat, Sep 19 · 2:00 PM
Theater District
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Forest Fitness
Sat, Sep 19 · 7:30 AM
Washington Heights
GALAS Star Performer
Sat, Sep 19 · 8:00 PM
Meatpacking District
Drag Bingo Nights and Weekend DJs at Loafers
Sat, Sep 19 · 5:00 PM
Carroll Gardens • $$
Pre-Existing Condition Star Performer
Sat, Sep 19 · 3:00 PM
West Village
Many A Moonlit Caveat Star Performer
Sat, Sep 19 · 10:00 AM
Chelsea
Sarah Yuster: Outside Voices
Sat, Sep 19 · 9:00 AM
Central Park
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Frequently asked questions
How are these things to do this weekend in New York City chosen?
I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.
Is all of this really happening now?
Yes. The times shown are for this window, and anything that's finished drops off by itself.
How do I find something that suits me?
Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.
Do I need an account?
No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.
Is it free?
Yes, completely.