Events in New York City

MIKASpinning Out Tour North America

Fri, 1 May 2026

The Rooftop at Pier 17

Music

MIKA brings the Spinning Out North America tour to The Rooftop at Pier 17 on May 2, 2026 for an outdoor pop concert in New York City.

An Evening With Maya Hawke / The Maitreya Corso Tour

Fri, 1 May 2026

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Maya Hawke brings her Maitreya Corso Tour to Bowery Ballroom for an intimate evening of original singer-songwriter indie/folk performances in New York City.

Juilliard Jazz Brunch Mary Lou Williams Ensemble

Fri, 1 May 2026

Blue Note Jazz Club

Music

Juilliard Jazz Brunch featuring the Mary Lou Williams Ensemble at Blue Note Jazz Club in New York on May 2, 2026 — a live brunch-time jazz performance showcasing top Juilliard talent in an intimate club setting.

The Polish Ambassador: Polish Phish

Fri, 1 May 2026

Brooklyn Bowl

Music

Polish Ambassador performs his live electronic take 'Polish Phish' at Brooklyn Bowl on May 2, 2026 — an immersive, danceable show blending glitchy production with jam-inspired improvisation.

Peppa Pig on Pirate Island

Fri, 1 May 2026

New York Botanical Garden

Family

Peppa Pig on Pirate Island brings a 15-minute live show to the New York Botanical Garden, starring Peppa and George and topped with a meet-and-greet. After the performance, families can join guided activities with Everett Children’s Adventure Garden Explainers, making it a playful outdoor adventure for young fans.

Messy Millie

Fri, 1 May 2026

92NY Buttenwieser Hall

Messy Millie is a family-friendly theatre show at 92Y’s Buttenwieser Hall in New York City. The paint-splattered, interactive performance invites young audiences to join in the fun as it showcases playful storytelling and live theatre. Tickets start at $42.

Sat/May 2Desi Banks: Your Favorite Cousin

Fri, 1 May 2026

The Town Hall

Comedy

Comedian Desi Banks performs 'Your Favorite Cousin' at The Town Hall in New York on May 2, 2026 — an energetic stand-up show of character-driven, observational comedy.

Smorgasburg Saturday - Williamsburg

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

Smorgasburg Williamsburg

Food

Smorgasburg Williamsburg is NYC's largest open-air food market with 100+ local and international vendors, open Saturdays 11am–6pm from April through October with free admission.

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Fri, 1 May 2026

Kings Theatre

Music

Shyne performs live at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn on May 2, 2026 — a ticketed hip-hop concert in an indoor theatre setting.

Foxtide

Fri, 1 May 2026

Bowery Ballroom

Music

Foxtide performs live at the Bowery Ballroom in New York on May 2, 2026 — an intimate indie concert for fans of alternative club shows.

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.

Bring Me the Horizon @ Madison Square Garden

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Madison Square Garden

Music

Bring Me the Horizon headline an arena metal show at Madison Square Garden on May 2, 2026 — a high-energy live concert from the British rock/metalcore band.

Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 1:35 PM

Yankee Stadium

Sports

Spring Training MLB game: Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on 2026-03-19 with ESPN coverage, offering classic ballpark atmosphere for fans and families.

Mika @ The Rooftop at Pier 17

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

The Rooftop at Pier 17

Music

Mika brings a high-energy pop set to The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York City. An outdoor waterfront show blending iconic anthems with skyline views, delivering a stylish summer-night concert on the East River.

Open Secrets Live with Jeff Hiller, Murray Hill, and Youngmi Mayer

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 6:00 AM

250 West 95th StreetNew York,NY10025

Literature

Open Secrets Magazine hosts Open Secrets Live, its second annual personal storytelling summit in NYC, featuring comedians Jeff Hiller, Murray Hill, and Youngmi Mayer. A lively evening of intimate true stories and performance.

Redefine Strong: Black Women's Mental Health Conference 2026

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 9:00 AM

NYU Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life 238 Thompson Street, , New York, NY 10012

Conference

Redefine Strong returns to NYU's Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life with panels and workshops focused on Black women's mental health, resilience and leadership in 2026.

Behemoth: The Godless IV 2026 @ Palladium Times Square

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:00 PM

Palladium Times Square Theater

Music

Behemoth headlines a brutal metal bill with Deicide, Rotting Christ and Immolation at Palladium Times Square in New York City on May 2, 2026, delivering a spectacular night of extreme metal in a famed Times Square venue.

Becky Shaw

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 10:00 AM

Helen Hayes

Theater

Becky Shaw, a razor-sharp dark comedy from Pulitzer finalist Gina Gionfriddo, moves to Broadway after a successful Off-Broadway run. This witty, tangled tale of love, ethics, and misadventure unfolds at Helen Hayes Theatre in NYC, offering sharp dialogue and bold, laugh-out-loud moments.

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.

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.

Trae Crowder

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 3:30 PM

The Bell House

Comedy

Trae Crowder headlines a late-evening stand-up show at The Bell House in Brooklyn, delivering his sharp political humor and Southern storytelling to a live NYC crowd. Known for witty cultural riffs and bold takes, his performance brings a lively, approachable vibe to an intimate venue.

Family First Saturdays | Storytime at the Morgan: Spring Colors

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

The Morgan Library & Museum

Family

Family First Saturdays invites families to a cozy 11:00–12:00 Storytime at The Morgan Library & Museum, where read-alouds and color-filled activities bring Spring Colors to life in a kid-friendly indoor setting. Free for children 12 and under with museum admission for others.

Intro to DSLR and Mirrorless Photography

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 6:00 AM

Brooklyn Brainery

Workshop

Join a hands-on photography workshop at Brooklyn Brainery to master DSLR and mirrorless camera basics, exposure, focus, and composition through practical shooting in a welcoming, beginner-friendly session.

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