NY Philharmonic: Janowski Conducts Mendelssohn’s Scottish
The New York Philharmonic performs Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony under Marek Janowski at David Geffen Hall, a program inspired by Holyrood Abbey’s ruins. Christopher Martin is the soloist in Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto, with Mozart’s Serenata Notturna opening the evening—a refined, high-level orchestral experience at Lincoln Center.
Paulo Londra @ Palladium Times Square
Paulo Londra brings his high-energy Latin-hip-hop show to Palladium Times Square in New York City on May 21, 2026 at 8:00 PM. The New York venue hosts a night of pulsing beats, crowd sing-alongs, and urban rhythms from one of Latin trap's rising stars.
Kenny Garrett
Kenny Garrett lights up Blue Note Jazz Club with blistering sax, soulful riffs and hard-hitting modern jazz, delivering an intimate, high-energy night of virtuoso improvisation.
Lorna Shore @ Brooklyn Paramount
Lorna Shore headlines the Brooklyn Paramount for a heavy metal night in New York, supported by Paleface Swiss and Signs of the Swarm. Expect crushing riffs, relentless drums, and soaring screams in an intimate indoor setting that proves why this venue is a staple of the NYC metal scene.
Belle & Sebastian
Belle & Sebastian perform an open-air indie-pop concert on The Rooftop at Pier 17 in New York on May 22, 2026 — a melodic evening of live music and atmosphere.
Napalm Death with Primitive Man and NASTIE BAND at Racket
Napalm Death, Primitive Man and NASTIE BAND crash Racket in a Saint Vitus Presents grindcore inferno, blistering riffs and relentless tempo sparking a ferocious, fog-drenched NY night.
Ivy @ Sony Hall
Ivy headlines an evening at Sony Hall in New York City, delivering a sparkling pop set in an intimate, acoustically refined venue. Expect catchy hooks, lush vocals, and a polished live performance on May 21, 2026 at 8 PM.
Toronto Blue Jays at New York Yankees
Spring training MLB game: Toronto Blue Jays travel to play the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium, with broadcasts on MLBN and Sportsnet 360 for out-of-market viewers.
Wine Dinner: Campania
Experience Campania in a wine dinner at Eataly NYC Flatiron. This curated evening pairs regional wines with a multi-course dining experience, including a guided wine-tasting and chef-selected dishes in a lively, upscale setting.
Frankie Cosmos: 10 Years of Next Thing
Frankie Cosmos celebrates 10 years of the album 'Next Thing' with a live show at Mercury Lounge on May 22, 2026 — an intimate indie/singer-songwriter concert for fans of quiet melodies and candid lyrics.
Caroline at Knockdown Center
Caroline headlines a live show at Knockdown Center in New York, bringing an energetic indie set to the industrial venue. Expect melodic hooks, punchy guitars, and a vivid, immersive concert experience.
Tone Stith
Tone Stith headlines a live show at the iconic Blue Note Jazz Club in New York City. Expect smooth, soulful vocals blending modern R&B with jazz influences in an intimate club setting.
Reading: Center for Fiction 2026 Emerging Writer Fellows
Join the Center for Fiction for a live reading with the 2026 Susan Kamil Emerging Writer Fellows. They will share published pieces and works in progress in an intimate NYC venue, followed by discussion and Q&A. A fresh, showcase-style evening of new literary voices.
Toadies: The Charmer Tour
Toadies' The Charmer Tour hits Webster Hall with Local H and Vandoliers, unleashing snarling riffs, sly humor, and a wild, cross-genre night that fans won't forget.
NYU Baseball vs NCAA Super Regionals
NYU hosts a postseason baseball showdown as part of the NCAA Super Regionals on the NYU campus in New York City. A high-energy college-athletics clash showcasing student-athletes and campus spirit in a premier NYC venue.
Grace Ives
Grace Ives delivers neon-drenched synth-pop at Music Hall of Williamsburg, weaving shimmering keyboards, sly vocals and kinetic grooves through Brooklyn’s brick-walled, intimate stage.
FREE SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK 2026, NYC
Free Shakespeare in the Park 2026 takes over NYC with Romeo and Juliet staged across multiple outdoor venues, pairing classic verse with nightly city energy and a festival-like atmosphere of food trucks and community performance.
Golden State Valkyries at New York Liberty
WNBA matchup between the Golden State Valkyries and New York Liberty at Barclays Center on 2026-05-22 — a professional, family-friendly live basketball game in Brooklyn.
Harry Connick, Jr. @ Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall
Jazz-pop legend Harry Connick, Jr. performs at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. Expect piano-driven jazz standards and charming vocals in a pristine, world-class concert setting in New York City.
LIC May Book Club
Book Culture LIC hosts its May Book Club on May 21 at 6pm in Long Island City to discuss Stoner by John Williams. A friendly literary meetup where readers share insights, quotes, and favorite passages in a relaxed, social setting.
Dance Africa at Brooklyn Academy of Music
Dance Africa returns for its 49th edition at Brooklyn Academy of Music, spotlighting Uganda's rhythms, dance, and drumming with four immersive performances May 22–25, 2026, celebrating Africa's vibrant cultural heritage on the BAM stage.
Kenny Garrett
Kenny Garrett lights up Blue Note Jazz Club with fiery alto lines and gospel-tinged melodies, in a brick-walled New York club where every note lands with clarity and intimate, high-spirited energy.
Napalm Death @ The Liberty Belle - Rocks Off Concert Cruise
Napalm Death and Primitive Man perform aboard The Liberty Belle on the Rocks Off Concert Cruise, sailing NYC waters. This high-energy metal night on a nautical stage delivers grinding riffs, thunderous bass, and a crowd hungry for intense live power.
Enrico Sangiuliano
Techno DJ Enrico Sangiuliano headlines the Ruins at Knockdown Center for a high-energy electronic night in New York City. Expect pounding rhythms, immersive visuals, and a basement-style club vibe at this NYC venue.
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