Events in New York City

The Free Company Presents

Fri, 22 May 2026 at 4:30 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

An evening of stand-up at The PIT in New York City as The Free Company Presents brings a rotating lineup of bold, witty comics. Expect sharp one-liners, crowd work, and intimate theatre vibes in this beloved downtown venue.

The Art of Acceptance

Sat, 23 May 2026 at 6:00 AM

Kadampa Meditation Center NYC

Wellness

Join Kadampa Meditation Center NYC for 'The Art of Acceptance' on May 23, 2026 at 10:00. This guided meditation session invites you to explore letting go and embracing acceptance through practical mindfulness techniques and teacher-led reflection in a calm NYC space.

Sina Bathaie – White Lotus World Tour 2026

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 4:30 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Sina Bathaie lights up New York's Racket with the White Lotus World Tour 2026, a shimmering set of ethereal vocals and transportive electronics that Windcatcher presents as a dreamlike, late-night odyssey.

Tokyo Machine

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 6:00 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Tokyo Machine performs a high-energy electronic/EDM DJ set at Racket on May 29, 2026 — a free club night built for dancing and bass-heavy beats.

Backdoor Barbecue

Fri, 29 May 2026

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

Backdoor Barbecue at The PIT in New York serves up sharp stand-up and sizzling punchlines in a roguish, intimate room where bold jokes crack the crowd into delighted chaos.

The Unceasing Mind

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 6:00 AM

Kadampa Meditation Center NYC

Wellness

Join Kadampa Meditation Center NYC for The Unceasing Mind, a meditation-focused session exploring mental clarity and inner calm. Learn practical mindfulness techniques in a serene, welcoming space at the heart of New York City.

24 Hour Sketch Show

Sat, 30 May 2026 · All day

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

Join The PIT in New York for a 24-hour sketch comedy marathon with rotating casts, nonstop sketches, and late-night laughs. Expect chaotic premises, quick-fire ensembles, and a lively club vibe inside this iconic NYC comedy venue.

Fun Lovin' Criminals

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Nostalgia erupts at Racket as Fun Lovin' Criminals, with Rob Eberle, lay down swaggering funk-rock and sly NYC wit, turning a compact room into a neon-lit, carnival-night swagger-fest.

Trinix

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 5:00 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Trinix lights up Racket in New York with a high-voltage electronic set: razor-sharp synths, thunderous bass, and neon-lit rush that turns a compact club into a pulsing, unforgettable city-night you’ll feel in your bones.

EGG SALAD SKETCH COMEDY

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 3:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

Dive into the zany world of EGG SALAD SKETCH COMEDY at The PIT, NYC's iconic indie stage, where rapid-fire sketches, absurd riffs, and punchy one-liners sparkle against brick walls and a buzzing, intimate crowd.

Jessica Baio - The Other Side Tour

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 4:00 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Jessica Baio's The Other Side Tour electrifies Racket with moody indie-pop, jangly guitars and hypnotic vocals in a raw, intimate New York venue that you can feel in your bones.

2000's Rave

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 5:00 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Experience a retro club night at 2000's Rave at Racket in New York, spinning era-defining 2000s electronic anthems, neon visuals, and high-energy dancefloor vibes for a true throwback party.

The Mid-Life Crisis Show

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 at 5:30 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

Laugh-out-loud late-night stand-up at The PIT in New York, exploring modern mid-life mayhem with sharp stories and crowd-work. A quirky, energetic evening perfect for adults seeking relatable humor.

Wednesday Night Scene Jam!

Thu, 2 Jul 2026

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

Wednesday Night Scene Jam! at The PIT in New York City is a fast-paced, audience-participation comedy show where sharp improv, bold sketches and surprise guests light up a midweek spark.

Tim (Burton) vs Jim (Henson) the Musical

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 · Time TBD

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Theater

Tim Burton vs. Jim Henson the Musical at The PIT fuses Burton-esque gothic whimsy with Henson-inspired puppetry. A high-energy theatrical piece of songs, satire and inventive design in a compact NYC venue that revels in offbeat, crowd-pleasing spectacle.

Summer Festival 2026

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 · All day

Kadampa Meditation Center NYC

Festival

Join Summer Festival 2026 at Kadampa Meditation Center NYC for a day of mindfulness practices, guided meditations, and talks in a tranquil urban setting. A culturally mindful festival featuring meditation sessions, workshops, and community activities at a renowned NYC center.

Colonoscopy the Musical

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 6:00 PM

Peoples Improv Theater

Theater

An audacious musical at The PIT in New York, blending catchy numbers with medical satire to poke fun at fear and procedures. This intimate show delivers witty lyrics, bold staging, and a memorable night of theatre in NYC.

The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration

Thu, 3 Sept 2026

Kadampa Meditation Center NYC

Community

Join the Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration at Kadampa Meditation Center NYC for guided meditations, Buddhist teachings, and community rituals that explore mindfulness, compassion, and practical philosophy in an inviting urban setting.

Christian Royce: Stand-Up at The PIT

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 4:30 PM

Peoples Improv Theater (The PIT)

Comedy

Christian Royce headlines a stand-up set at The PIT in New York. Expect sharp, observational humor and bold storytelling delivered in an intimate, high-energy venue known for cutting-edge comedy.

Country Retreat 2026

Thu, 5 Nov 2026 · All day

Kadampa Meditation Center NYC

Wellness

Escape to a tranquil Country Retreat at Kadampa Meditation Center NYC. This day-long event blends guided meditation sessions, mindfulness instructions, and reflective practices in a peaceful urban setting, inviting beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

MARCH MADNESS ’26 SWEET 16

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

MARCH MADNESS '26 SWEET 16 at The PIT teams up New York's boldest stand-ups for a turbocharged comedy bracket, fast-fire punchlines, surprise crowdwork, and a rambunctious, slam-dunk energy in a basement-venue vibe.

Wigs!

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

Wigs! at The PIT erupts with fearless camp, character-driven bits, and lipstick-bright punchlines as NYC's late-night crowd roars under the intimate, brick-wall glow of the PIT.

CHARACTER COUNTS OPEN MIC

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

CHARACTER COUNTS OPEN MIC at The PIT invites bold storytellers to own the mic with quick takes and wild characters, housed in NYC's raw, theatre-in-a-basement energy.

People's Sketch Revues: Opening the Archives

Fri, 5 Mar 2027

Peoples Improv Theater

Comedy

People's Sketch Revues: Opening the Archives at The PIT unlocks decades of quick-fire sketches, chaos, and collaborative hilarity under NYC's brick-walled stage that pulses with audience energy.

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