Events in New York City

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band - Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour

Wed, 13 May 2026

Barclays Center

Music

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band bring the Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour to Barclays Center on May 14, 2026 for a high-energy, arena-scale rock show.

August Burns Red @ Brooklyn Paramount

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 1:30 PM

Brooklyn Paramount

Music

Metalcore powerhouse August Burns Red headlines Brooklyn Paramount in NYC, backed by The Amity Affliction, Boundaries and HEAVENSGATE. Expect thunderous riffs, intense pits and a high-energy night at the iconic Brooklyn venue.

Apocalyptica @ Palladium Times Square

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Palladium Times Square Theater

Music

Apocalyptica headlines a high-energy night at Palladium Times Square in New York, joined by The HU and The Rasmus. The cello-driven metal act delivers a dramatic, orchestral-hard rock blend inside an iconic NYC venue, offering a standout show for metal and rock fans.

Iron & Wine

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Brooklyn Steel

Music

Iron & Wine returns with hushed folk magic at Brooklyn Steel, joined by the Improvement Movement for a warm, windswept set of intimate guitars, soft harmonies, and wide, crowd-leaping choruses.

The Terrace Martin Residency!

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Blue Note Jazz Club

Music

Terrace Martin headlines a special residency at the Blue Note Jazz Club featuring genre-blending live jazz, soul and improvised performances in an intimate club setting.

Andrés Cepeda @ Beacon Theatre

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Beacon Theatre

Music

Colombian singer Andrés Cepeda headlines the Beacon Theatre in New York City, delivering his signature Latin pop anthems and heartfelt ballads in a vibrant live show. Expect a charismatic performance in a historic venue with lush arrangements and audience at the edge of their seats.

EMF @ Sony Hall

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 4:00 PM

Sony Hall

Music

EMF headlines Sony Hall in New York for a high-energy rock show, with Ecce Shnak on the bill. The sleek Manhattan venue promises punchy riffs, a 90s alt vibe, and an intimate concert experience.

NYU Journalism Graduation Party!

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

20 Cooper Square

Community

Join NYU's Journalism graduation party at 20 Cooper Square in NYC to celebrate the graduating class with classmates, families, and faculty. Expect festive vibes, warm connections, and a memorable send-off as students begin the next chapter.

El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego

Wed, 13 May 2026

Metropolitan Opera House

Theater

Experience an intimate, opera-house theater piece at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego, blending vivid storytelling about Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera with lush visuals from USD 49.

james K @ Webster Hall

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Webster Hall

Music

James K headlines Webster Hall in New York City, joined by Oli XL, Lolina, Deer Park, and Ivy Knight. A night of electric indie-electronic live music in the iconic venue, blending bold beats with intimate stage energy.

Bahamas @ Bowery Ballroom

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Bahamas brings his intimate indie-pop set to Bowery Ballroom in New York. This live show blends warm melodies and personal storytelling in a classic NYC venue, delivering a heartfelt evening of singer-songwriter charm and poised musical craft.

Detroit Tigers at New York Mets

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:10 PM

Citi Field

Sports

MLB regular-season game: Detroit Tigers at New York Mets at Citi Field on May 12, airing on TBS — a classic live baseball outing for fans and families.

Letters Live

Wed, 13 May 2026

Flushing Town Hall

Literature

Letters Live returns to Town Hall in NYC for an evening of intimate readings and personal letters from celebrated authors. Set in a historic venue, the show blends prose and storytelling in an engaging, literate atmosphere.

FRIEZE NEW YORK, NYC

Wed, 13 May 2026 · All day

Various NYC Locations

Art

Frieze New York returns to The Shed, May 13–17, 2026, bringing a premier contemporary art fair to NYC with galleries from around the world.

Saults

Wed, 13 May 2026

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Saults play a live soul/R&B show at Bowery Ballroom in New York on May 14, 2026 — a groove-driven concert night for fans of contemporary soul and rhythm.

Oteil & Friends

Wed, 13 May 2026

Brooklyn Bowl

Music

Oteil & Friends at Brooklyn Bowl is a live rock/jam-band concert led by bassist Oteil Burbridge featuring improvisational grooves and guest musicians for a laid-back, high-energy night of live music.

CUIMC Parkinson's Disease Care Partners Support Group

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 9:00 AM

Community

Online Zoom support group for caregivers of people with Parkinson's disease, hosted by CUIMC. Focuses on coping skills, mindfulness, and shared experiences to support care partners through their journey; open discussion and practical strategies in a compassionate, virtual meetup.

Commencement

Wed, 13 May 2026

New York University

Conference

NYU commencement ceremony at New York University on May 14, 2026, celebrating the class of 2026 with speeches, diplomas, and campus traditions in a formal, festive university setting.

Emma Copley Eisenberg on Fat Swim — Reading

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

15 Lafayette AvenueBrooklyn,NY11217

Literature

Join Emma Copley Eisenberg for a reading from her new short-story collection Fat Swim, with Tembe Denton-Hurst in conversation. The Center for Fiction hosts this intimate Brooklyn event, offering sharp prose, candid insights, and a window into contemporary American fiction.

NY Red Bulls vs Columbus Crew

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

Sports Illustrated Stadium

Sports

MLS home clash between the New York Red Bulls and Columbus Crew at Sports Illustrated Stadium in New York City. A high-energy outdoor match with rivalries, pro-level football action, and electric crowd atmosphere on May 13, 2026.

Major League & Hit the Lights

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Music Hall of Williamsburg

Music

Major League and Hit the Lights team up with Public Works for Rematch at the Music Hall of Williamsburg, delivering blistering pop-punk energy, crowd-surfable choruses, and a raucous, bass-driven night in Brooklyn.

Implant Study Club: Implant Prosthodontics in Practice

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 1:00 PM

ColumbiaDoctors, 51 W. 51 St., New York, NY 10019 3rd Floor

Lecture

Implant Prosthodontics in Practice: Provisionalization, Restorative Choices, and Success Factors. An in-person lecture and case-discussion course led by Dr. Katerina Anastasaki and Dr. James B. Fine at ColumbiaDoctors in Midtown Manhattan, awarding 2 CE credits.

Spring 2026 Conferral (May Graduates)

Wed, 13 May 2026

New York University

Conference

NYU hosts the Spring 2026 Conferral for May graduates, a formal campus ceremony honoring degree recipients with diploma presentations, faculty processions, and keynote remarks. Held at New York University in New York City, the event marks a milestone for graduates and their families.

Music Stevie: A Life in the Key of Songs

Thu, 14 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

Brooklyn Academy of Music

Music

Brooklyn Academy of Music presents a star-studded concert tracing Stevie Wonder's life in song, with premier musicians delivering iconic hits in a vivid, theatrical celebration at BAM from May 14–16. A multi-artist program blending jazz, pop, and soul, it offers lush arrangements

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