Events in New York City

Facing East: The Music of John Coltrane

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Blue Note Jazz Club

Music

Facing East: The Music of John Coltrane at Blue Note Jazz Club in New York, curated by José James with special guest Melissa Aldana, an immersive tribute with modal fire and intimate club warmth.

Maya Hawke @ Bowery Ballroom

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Maya Hawke headlines Bowery Ballroom in New York City for an intimate indie-pop set featuring candid storytelling and melodic vocals. The historic venue's brick-and-beam charm frames a night of modern, crowd-pleasing songs from a rising artist.

Teksupport: Chris Lorenzo (all night long)

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 6:00 PM

Stage B

Nightlife

Teksupport presents Chris Lorenzo for an all-night DJ set at Stage B in New York City. Expect high-energy house/tech-house grooves from 10pm into the early hours in a buzzing club atmosphere, with late-night dancing and immersive sound.

The World Famous Harlem Gospel Choir

Sat, 2 May 2026

Blue Note Jazz Club

Music

The World Famous Harlem Gospel Choir brings powerful spirituals and soul-stirring harmonies to the Blue Note Jazz Club in New York for an uplifting live concert experience.

Elsewhere & The Bowery PresentsOklou

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Terminal 5

Music

Elsewhere and The Bowery Presents bring Oklou to Terminal 5 in NYC, with Ninajirachi on support, for a shimmering, expansive electronic night under cavernous ceilings.

Night of a Thousand Stevies (18+)

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Irving Plaza

Music

An 18+ tribute concert at Irving Plaza in New York City honoring Stevie Nicks with a cast of impersonators and live musicians, delivering rock-pop classics in an intimate indoor venue.

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Sat, 2 May 2026

Kings Theatre

Music

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell bring their reggae-pop classics to Kings Theatre in Brooklyn on May 3, 2026 for a live concert night of familiar hits and singalongs.

Arkells

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Racket NYC

Music

Arkells light up Racket in New York with Bino Bames, delivering big-chorus rock, punchy guitars and crowd-ready anthems in an intimate neon-soaked club setting.

PEEKABOO

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 6:00 PM

Brooklyn Steel

Music

PEEKABOO brings heavy electronic bass and a high-energy live show to Brooklyn Steel on May 2, 2026; 18+ event with terrace balcony viewing and doors at 9:00PM.

Dig! Plant! Grow!Wake Up, Garden!

Sat, 2 May 2026

New York Botanical Garden

Family

Explore plant life and garden magic at Dig! Plant! Grow! Wake Up, Garden! at the New York Botanical Garden. This family-friendly outdoor program runs Tue–Sat 1:30–5:30 p.m. and Sundays/holidays 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., inviting kids to dig, plant, and wake up their green thumbs.

Grossomoddo Live at Unveiled

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 5:00 PM

Unveiled

Music

Grossomoddo delivers an afro-house live set at Unveiled in NYC, fusing Mediterranean grooves for an intimate, high-energy dancefloor experience. A nocturnal club night blending electronic textures with world rhythms.

Clementine and Mevius Live at Bowery Ballroom

Sat, 2 May 2026

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Catch a high-energy indie evening at Bowery Ballroom in New York City as Clementine and Mevius headline with special guests, presented by Black Swan Events. The classic NYC venue hosts guitar-driven sets for a memorable night of modern indie rock.

Alexandra James, Derek Fawcett, THE 456

Sat, 2 May 2026

Bowery Ballroom

Music

An intimate New York indie-night at Bowery Ballroom featuring Alexandra James, Derek Fawcett, and The 456. Expect guitar-driven melodies, memorable hooks, and a spirited live set in a classic Lower Manhattan venue known for its warm, vintage-rock vibe.

New York Harbor Oyster Classic 5K

Sat, 2 May 2026

Governors Island

Sports

A scenic 5K race around Governors Island in New York Harbor, offering harbor and skyline views from a waterfront course. Open to runners of all levels, with a finish-line medal and post-race celebration.

Club d'Elf 'Loon & Thrush' Official Album Release & Elephant Proof

Sat, 2 May 2026

Brooklyn Bowl

Music

Club d'Elf celebrates the official release of 'Loon & Thrush' with support from Elephant Proof at Brooklyn Bowl — an indie/experimental live-music night in Brooklyn.

Long Play

Sat, 2 May 2026

Brooklyn Academy of Music

Music

Long Play at Brooklyn Academy of Music is an experimental music concert presenting extended-form sonic performances and contemporary sound exploration on May 3, 2026.

Smorgasburg Sunday - Prospect Park

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

Prospect Park Bandshell

Food

Smorgasburg Prospect Park is NYC's largest open-air food market with 100+ vendors serving local and international eats, Sundays 11am–6pm (Apr–Oct).

The Makeup Show NYC 2025

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 5:00 AM

Metropolitan Pavilion

Conference

The Makeup Show NYC is a major industry event for makeup artists, hairstylists, estheticians and beauty students offering education, shopping, networking and community at the Metropolitan Pavilion.

Grossomoddo Live at Unveiled

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 9:00 PM

Unveiled

Music

Grossomoddo delivers a live Afro-house night at Unveiled in NYC, blending Afro-house rhythms with Mediterranean grooves for an intimate, dancefloor-focused experience.

Katie Tupper - Greyhound Tour

Sat, 2 May 2026

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Katie Tupper performs an intimate singer-songwriter set at Bowery Ballroom on May 3, 2026 as part of her Greyhound Tour, offering indie/folk originals and stripped-back live arrangements.

José James Presents Facing East: The Music of John Coltrane with Special Guest Braxton Cook

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Blue Note Jazz Club

Music

Jazz vocalist José James presents Facing East: The Music of John Coltrane with guest Braxton Cook at Blue Note Jazz Club in New York.

Reinventing Relationships with Katie Couric and Dr. Orna Guralnik

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

The Loft At City Winery - New York City

Lecture

Two leading voices, Katie Couric and Dr. Orna Guralnik, discuss modern relationships on City Winery NYC's Main Stage. An insightful, accessible evening blending psychology, media insight, and practical guidance for navigating dating, connection, and partnership today.

Pineapplefest: Benefit Show for Olive Hui at The Bell House

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

The Bell House

Comedy

A star-studded benefit variety show at The Bell House in Brooklyn to support Olive Hui, featuring Wheatus, stand-up icons David Cross, Dave Foley, Julie Klausner, and Kevin McDonald. The night blends live music with sharp comedy in a lively, fundraiser-friendly Brooklyn venue.

Ali Campbell @ Kings Theatre

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Kings Theatre

Music

Ali Campbell brings reggae-pop to Kings Theatre in Brooklyn for a lively night of sing-along hits and tropical vibes. This indoor NYC show blends Campbell's solo material with classic UB40 favorites, delivered in a historic venue with intimate, energetic atmosphere.

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