Things to Do in New York, NY This Weekend (Fri 16 – Sun 18 Oct)
Published October 14, 2026 · All events in New York
This weekend in New York offers a range of local events across arts, music, and social gatherings. You might explore EJ Hauser’s Sun Water Sky painting exhibition at Derek Eller Gallery, catch a live performance by Birdland Big Band, or join a social yoga session at Loft39.
Community & Social
This weekend features gatherings centered on connection and shared interests. You can join the Candlelight Yoga by LatinaForum at Loft39 or visit the GRANDMA DID IT BETTER Chelsea Grand Opening Party for vintage shopping.
- Modern Day Arcade for the Win!10月16日周五 · 12:00 · Coexist GameHouse · US$20 +Modern Day Arcade offers free-to-play console, arcade, board, and tabletop games at Coexist GameHouse. The venue also features a bar with wine and sake options.
- Sculpture Without Sight Experience10月17日周六 · 12:00 · Unarthodox · US$65 +Attendees explore their sense of touch by sculpting blindfolded with clay. Soothing music and aromas enhance this immersive, therapeutic experience where visitors…
- GRANDMA DID IT BETTER: Chelsea Grand Opening Party10月16日周五 · 16:00 · 66 9th Ave · 免费Grandma Did It Better hosts a grand opening party at its new Chelsea location, featuring a larger vintage curation, more designer pieces, and additional team members…
- Candlelight Yoga by LatinaForum10月16日周五 · 16:30 · Loft39 · US$50 +LatinaForum presenta una sesión de yoga a la luz de las velas en LOFT39, NYC, seguida de un baño de sonido y una hora social para conectar. La clase incluye vendors y…
Nightlife & Clubbing
Evening options include rooftop music and boat cruises. Alex Wann hosts Friends In High Places at Westlight Rooftop, while the Birthday Party Cruise departs from Pier 36 with DJs and views.
- Medellin Fridays - Colombian Latin & Reggaeton Party at San Antonios NYC10月16日周五 · 17:00 · San Antonios · 查看详情Medellin Fridays is a Colombian Latin and Reggaeton party at San Antonios NYC featuring free hot dogs and drink specials.
- Alex Wann - Friends In High Places10月16日周五 · 17:00 · Westlight Rooftop at The William Vale · US$29.99 +Alex Wann hosts "Friends In High Places," an elevated weekly rooftop house music event with live DJs at Westlight atop The William Vale in Brooklyn, taking place every…
- Birthday Party Cruise10月16日周五 · 18:00 · Pier 36 · US$7.35 +An Aries Affair party cruise sails from Pier 36 in New York, featuring DJs, drinks, and sunset views on a yacht.
- Hip Hop vs. Caribbean Affair Boat Party Cruise10月16日周五 · 18:00 · Pier 36 · US$8 +A top DJ plays hip-hop and Caribbean reggae on a yacht cruising past the New York skyline. Guests enjoy cocktails while admiring breathtaking harbor views during this…
Concerts & Live Music
Live music spans jazz, electronic, and hip-hop across the city. Birdland Big Band performs Friday at Birdland Jazz Club, and Elsewhere hosts DJs like DJ_Dave and MIRCHI on the rooftop and in the hall.
- CHETANA at 1Hotel: Sunset Sessions October 1610月16日周五 · 16:00 · 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge · US$28.90 +Chetana hosts the Sunset Sessions Chapter XXIV, a gathering celebrating dusk with panoramic city views at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge's rooftop and indoor lounge from 4PM…
- Birdland Big Band10月16日周五 · 17:30 · Birdland Jazz Club · 免费The BBB performs a thrilling mix of jazz, funk, Brazilian, Latin, and world music every Friday. Featured guest artists join the band weekly. Visitors experience a…
- MIRCHI: Halla, Krithi, Maiya10月16日周五 · 18:00 · Elsewhere - The Rooftop · US$22.63 +A rooftop electronic party with MIRCHI occurs at Elsewhere in Bushwick on October 16.
- Wargasm [VIP Upgrade]10月16日周五 · 18:30 · Racket NYC · US$72.63 +Wargasm offers a VIP experience that includes a meet and greet with Polaroid, an engraved Zippo lighter, a cigarette case, a VIP laminate, and a camo fanny pack, taking…
- DJ_Dave, Arushi Jain, Char Stiles, autumnatic, Computer Art, LLC, Jewelssea10月16日周五 · 19:00 · Elsewhere - The Hall + Zone One · US$33.33 +DJ_Dave performs at a concert in The Hall at Elsewhere in Bushwick on October 16. Visitors can enjoy an evening of electronic and pop music starting at 7 PM.
Exhibitions & Art
Art and design take center stage in galleries and retail spaces. EJ Hauser’s Sun Water Sky is on view at Derek Eller Gallery, and The MADE Show by Normal New York brings makers together at MADE Bush Terminal.
- Manhattan Vintage | Fall 2026 Show | October 16 - 1810月16日周五 · 12:00 · Metropolitan Pavilion · US$22.38 +Over 100 dealers showcase vintage items from every era at NYC's largest fall event. Visitors explore a wide variety of unique goods across different styles and price…
- Xavier B-day Café @New York DAY 1 (Fri.)10月16日周五 · 12:00 · 106 Rivington St · 免费A Xavier birthday celebration with café cupsleeves, an NPC cosplayer lineup, vendor booths, artist alley, and lucky draws takes place at On Lab in New York, NY, on…
- The MADE Show by Normal New York at MADE Bush Terminal | October 16–1810月16日周五 · 16:00 · 13 42nd St · US$23.11 +A retail show brings together over 45 makers at MADE Bush Terminal in Brooklyn from October 16 to 18.
- Models & Muses Industry Night10月16日周五 · 18:30 · Bananas · US$15 +MUSES THE RUNWAY features media presentations, artist performances, and an after-party showcase with designers. The event includes a 6:00 pm intro and happy hour…
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