Looking for something to do this weekend? So are we—it's kind of what we do here. Lucky for you, we took the work out of planning and searching through the depths of the internet and put together a handy event calendar of all the best happenings going on in the city this weekend.

Whether you're looking for a dinner out, live music, a new Sunday brunch spot, or a museum to explore, we've got you covered. Check out our top picks for the best things to do in New York this weekend, and make sure to bookmark the page and circle back—we update the list every week!

 

Activities & Events

March 29–31: Visit the Hester Street Fair at the Seaport for jewelry, art, baked goods, home goods, live DJs, and more!

March 29–31: Relive your favorite moment from Friends at The Friends Experience: The One in New York, an immersive pop-up that immerses fans in the beloved TV show's universe.

March 29–31: City Museum of New York is hosting an egg hunt! Celebrate all weekend long with fun-filled activities like basket weaving, eco-easter egg design, interactive storytelling, and more!

March 30: Unlock your inner artist and dive into the world of tattooing with a unique Learn How to Tattoo experience. You'll gain hands-on skills and insight into the fascinating artistry of body ink.

March 30: Come shop the best of Brooklyn with a revolving roster of artisans, designers, and makers selling contemporary fashion, accessories, home goods, food, beauty, jewelry, and more at the monthly Brooklyn Pop-Up Market!

March 30: Brooklyn Monarch is hosting an insane Bingo Rave party with dance-offs, rave rounds, lip sync battles, confetti showers, and prizes ranging from international trips to cars and more!

March 30: NYBG Orchid Nights are back! The adults-only event runs every weekend through April from 7–10 pm, and tickets include a complimentary cocktail!

March 30: take part in a spring flower scavenger hunt aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree. Find illustrations of flowers hidden throughout the decks of this historical three-masted cargo ship, and win a small prize!

March 30: Round up the family and head to the Seaport for Springtopia, featuring dance parties, face painting, spring wreath-making, egg races, and opportunities for selfies with the Easter Bunny.

March 31: Don't Miss the Easter Bonnet Parade and Festival! Anyone is welcome to join, just show up near St. Patrick’s Cathedral at 10 am on Easter Sunday.

All Week: Macy's Flower Show is in full swing! Come see a stunning display of thousands of beautiful blooms at the flagship location. Running through April 7th.

All Week: Get creative at Shot of Art with spin art, fluid art, and art room experiences where you can paint on walls, chairs, and 

All Week: See a Drunk Shakespeare performance in a hidden library! One cast member will have five shots of whiskey and then attempt to perform a major role in a Shakespearean tragedy. Hilarity and mayhem ensue.

All Week: Customize your favorite pair of kicks at this DIY shoe customization workshop. Bring your own sneakers or apparel and choose from the highest quality paints, laces, leathers, and more.

 

Food & Drink Experiences

March 31: Sushi Suite 1001 offers the world's first hotel room turned restaurant experience. Enjoy a 17-course progressive Omakase with a private chef for a 90-minutes.

March 29–31: Take a grown-up potion mixology class, where you'll make two molecular cocktails, plus enjoy a free bubbling shot of death and a welcome drink poured from a magic wand!

March 29: MarieBelle is hosting wine and chocolate pairings at their beautiful space in SoHo! Tickets include two wine flights paired with MarieBelle New York signature ganaches, plus complementary cheese and grapes.

March 29: This 1.5-hour oyster shucking class will teach you the techniques and step-by-step process of shucking oysters. You'll enjoy four different types of oysters and four wine pairings to go with them!

March 30: Sing along to your favorite 90s and 2000s hits and enjoy a delicious brunch right on the water at Boy Band Brunch!

 

Art, Culture & Museums

March 29 & 30: It’s Date Night at The Met! Bring a friend or a partner, or enjoy a solo evening of live music, drinks, special programming, and 5,000 years of art.

March 29–31: Have you seen the Field of Light installation yet? Seventeen thousand color-changing glowing lights are on display at Freedom Plaza on Manhattan’s East Side. The exhibit is free to visit, but tickets are required.

March 29: Admission to The Whitney is free from 5–10 pm! It includes free access to exhibitions, special programming, views, and more. Space is limited, though, so make sure to reserve your spot online.

All Week: Explore Harry Potter™: The Exhibition and adventure through iconic Wizarding World moments as you uncover interactive elements, authentic props and costumes, and photo ops around every corner.

 

More Events to Look Forward to:

April 3: Greek Food Making Party

April 3: Buy Me Dinner First: Dinner & Comedy Show

April 7: NYC Tulip Day

April 8: Solar Eclipse