Events in Brooklyn
ARTBAT
Get ready for a night of hypnotic techno with ARTBAT. The duo, known for chart-topping tracks and immersive, cinematic sets, brings their sound to Pacha New York for a live performance on July 31.
Pacha New YorkNatasha Diggs at 99 Scott
Catch Natasha Diggs along with Soul In The Horn, Mike Dunn, Monique Bingham, and Sevyn for a night of house and related electronic sounds at 99 Scott in Brooklyn. The show gets going late in the evening.
99 Scott StudioTeksupport
Catch a late-night electronic show at Sunset Park Rooftop featuring Traumer. Doors are set for 11:00 PM, and the event goes until late with deep house, melodic techno, house, electronic, and techno sounds.
Sunset Park Rooftop | Private Events VenueCabros Chicos - 18+ Latin & Reggaetón Dance Party In Brooklyn
Get ready for a no-fuss Brooklyn perreo party with nonstop reggaeton energy. In addition to the perreo, the DJs will be spinning a mix of Latin favorites including current hits and throwbacks, salsa, merengue, dembow, and more. Doors open late, seating is first come first served, and entry is 21+ with proper physical ID. Dress to impress and keep it upscale, with a few items not allowed at the door. VIP bottle service is available for reservations.
Don Rique'sPhoenix Community Garden Farm Stand
Stop by Phoenix Community Garden’s farm stand for seasonal produce and herbs. The farm stand is open weekly on Saturdays rain or shine during the season, with sliding scale pricing and payment options including cards, tap to pay, and EBT. Pre-orders may be available through the garden’s website, and you’ll pick up at the garden during the listed hours.
Phoenix Community GardenSuper Future
Get ready for Super Future at The Meadows in Brooklyn. It is a late-night electronic, dubstep, and bass-music show with downtempo energy, featuring Super Future as the billed artist.
The MeadowsMiguelle & Tons
Miguelle & Tons will perform at Sunset Park Rooftop. The event is scheduled for late night, with doors and start time shown as 11:00 PM local venue time.
Sunset Park Rooftop | Private Events VenueKQ Wonderville Monthly BYOT (Bring Your Own Team)! — WONDERVILLE
Join a monthly Killer Queen tournament where players can bring their own team. It’s a fast-paced, ten-player strategy arcade event with matches, good company, and the option to bring a dish to share for food. If you just want to cheer, you’re welcome to come along for the excitement.
WondervilleSam Gellaitry
Catch a live electronic lineup with Sammy Virji, Sam Gellaitry, and 33 Below at Brooklyn Army Terminal’s Pier 4. The show kicks off in the afternoon, with tickets listed as available via DICE.
Pier 4Tantra Speed Date® in Brooklyn, NY
Join open-minded singles for a 3-hour Speed Dating Beyond Small Talk experience with a tantra twist, where the focus is on making real connections rather than sticking to standard small talk. This is an in-person event designed to help you meet new people in a supportive, guided format.
Kula Yoga ProjectBrass Queens
Catch Brass Queens for a live jazz performance at Industry City in Brooklyn. The show starts at 6:30 PM, with tickets available via Bandsintown through Spotify.
Industry City Courtyard 1/2Best of Brooklyn Stand-Up Comedy
Catch a lineup of Brooklyn comedy with both pro and rising-star performers at The Tiny Cupboard. This is a great night for groups and special occasions. You can also hang out before and after at the venue’s board game and video game bar located just behind the comedy room, with free entry (just get drinks).
The Tiny Cupboard Comedy Club & Game BarSOFTCRUSH at The Sultan Room
Softcrush is bringing The Dead Bolts for a 21+ night at The Sultan Room. Expect a lively gig with doors opening at 7:00 PM and the show scheduled to run through 10:00 PM. Tickets are sold through DICE, and you’ll need a valid government-issued, unexpired ID for entry.
The Sultan RoomBoys Noize
Sara Landry and Boys Noize bring a night of techno and electronic music to Under the K Bridge Park. Doors are at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at 7:00 PM.
Under the ‘K’ Bridge ParkBrownstoneJAZZ FEST CONCERT SERIES
Enjoy an intimate, up-close jazz concert in a restored 19th-century Victorian brownstone in Bedford Stuyvesant. The BrownstoneJAZZ FEST Weekend Concert Series features Eve Cornelious, with live acoustic performances in a small, personal room. Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the event includes a dress-to-impress note and house rules such as no athletic wear, tank tops, or t-shirts in the room, no pets or smoking/vaping, no shopping bags or backpacks, and BYOB (bring your own brown bag). This event is for ages 21 and up, and there are no refunds.
BrownstoneJAZZKeller Williams Grateful Grass
Keller Williams is bringing Grateful Grass to Brooklyn Bowl for an evening show. Plan for an 8:00 PM start at the venue in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn BowlLarry Hernandez with LOS INQUIETOS DEL NORTE,...
Catch Los Inquietos del Norte, Los Dareyes de la Sierra, and Los Caimanes de Sinaloa for a live music show. The concert runs for about an hour in the evening, so plan to arrive a bit early and enjoy the night’s performances.
The Brooklyn HangarParadiso: The Carry Nation, Mike Servito, FEMALE +
Catch Paradiso, featuring Carry Nation, Mike Servito, SexInChurch, and a special guest, at this 21+ night at Paragon. Doors open at 9:30 PM, so arrive early to avoid lines. The venue is ADA compliant, and the dress code is “dress 2 impress.”
ParagonMoska
Enjoy an electronic music set with MOSKA at Westlight Rooftop at The William Vale. The show starts in the afternoon, with house, electro, and EDM sounds coming to the rooftop in New York City.
WestlightRain On Me at 3 Dollar Bill (9BN)
Head to 3 Dollar Bill for “Rain On Me” pool-party style fun, featuring a lineup of performers and DJs. Marcia Marcia Marcia, Apocalypse Noir, Jan Sport, Essa Noche, Julie J, ShowPonii, Olive, Enigma, Connie Lingus, and Gogo Amour will be on the bill, with DJ sets from Jon Ali and Liiiam. It’s a night built around pop-inspired vibes and big dance energy.
9 Bob NoteCarmen Sandiego at Elsewhere (Rooftop)
Enjoy a rooftop party at Elsewhere featuring DJ sets by Carmen Sandiego along with Myyuh, Fursa, and Sarah Sadaka. The event is for ages 21 and up, and entry requires a physical, valid, scannable US government issued ID or a foreign passport. Tickets are nonrefundable, and the lineup or details may change without notice.
ElsewhereSession 2: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Bring your kids for Session 2 of the Learn to Swim Level 1 program at Kosciuszko Pool. This two-week outdoor class focuses on the basics of swimming and water safety, taught by Aquatic Specialists. It’s for children ages 6 to 17, and registration is handled through a lottery. The event is free. Registration is currently closed.
Kosciuszko PoolBillie Marten
Catch Billie Marten live on The Rooftop at Elsewhere in Bushwick. It’s a singer-songwriter concert happening in the evening, with doors and the show running from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
ElsewhereSad Math / Exploding Skull / A Cosmic Wingspan...
Enjoy a summer night of electrifying rock at Wonderville featuring three Brooklyn acts. “Exploding Skull” brings mesmerizing ambient guitar, “Sad Math” delivers explosive disco-punk energy, and “A Cosmic Wingspan” closes with cathartic art-rock, with Benne opening the evening on soulful guitar songs.
WondervilleSession 2: Kosciuszko Pool - Parent and Tots Learn to Swim (Class B)
Get your little one comfortable in the water with a parent and tots learn-to-swim class at Kosciuszko Pool. Designed for tots ages 1 1/2 to 5 years old, the program focuses on basic swimming and water safety skills. Parents or guardians must accompany their tots in the water. Registration is by lottery drawing, and this listing notes that registration is closed.
Kosciuszko PoolBest of Brooklyn Stand-Up Comedy
Catch a night of stand-up comedy featuring a mix of pro and rising stars at The Tiny Cupboard. Before and after the show, you can hang out in the venue’s board game and video game bar right behind the show room, with free entry as long as you grab drinks. The show is a general admission event, and it’s noted that individual comedian lineups can change, with no refunds or exchanges.
The Tiny Cupboard Comedy Club & Game BarSession 2: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Bring your child for an outdoor Learn to Swim session focused on the fundamentals of swimming and water safety. Aquatic Specialists will teach basic swimming skills during this two-week program. This session is for children ages 6 to 17, and registration is done by lottery. The cost is free.
Kosciuszko PoolMat Pilates
Join a beginner-friendly Mat Pilates class focused on strengthening your body with an emphasis on core strength. The session aims to improve posture, help stabilize and lengthen the spine, and build balance and overall strength. Bring your own mat for the workout.
Department Of HealthCheers, Queers! | August 2026
Meet up with other LGBTQ+ folks exploring faith in God for a relaxed monthly hangout at a local bar in NYC. Tickets include your first alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverage. It runs for about two hours, in person.
Gladys Books & WineThe Black Keys, New York | My Guide New York
Catch The Black Keys live at Barclays Center in New York. This Grammy-winning duo brings its signature blues-rock energy to the stage for a full-on night of music featuring electrifying guitar riffs and soulful vocals. The performance is held indoors, so weather is not a concern.
Barclays Center(SOLD OUT) Alex Isley
Alex Isley is performing at Brooklyn Paramount in Brooklyn. The show is scheduled for the evening, with ticket availability shown for the event and seating in sections at the venue.
Brooklyn ParamountPalosanto On The Roof - August 6th
Palosanto is taking over the rooftop at Arlo Williamsburg every Thursday, with sunset views, poolside cocktails, and dancing as the skyline lights up. This is a 21+ event.
Arlo WilliamsburgBest of Brooklyn Stand-Up Comedy
Catch a lineup of pro and rising-star comedians for Best of Brooklyn Stand-Up at The Tiny Cupboard. Come early to enjoy the board game and video game bar located right behind the showroom, and stay for the full night of laughs. General admission is $13.50 plus a $2.41 fee, and there are no refunds or exchanges.
The Tiny Cupboard Comedy Club & Game BarSession 3: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Parents and kids can join this Learn to Swim session at Kosciuszko Pool, where children ages 6 to 17 work on basic swimming and water safety skills with Aquatic Specialists. This is a two-week outdoor program, and registration is handled by lottery drawing. The event is free.
Kosciuszko PoolFriends In High Places feat. Shallou
Catch Shallou live for Friends In High Places at Westlight Rooftop at The William Vale. The show is scheduled for 5:00 PM local venue time.
WestlightAndruss
Catch a rooftop electronic music party featuring Andruss at Elsewhere. The event runs in the evening at the rooftop, and tickets are for guests ages 21 and up. Entry requires a physical, valid, scannable US government-issued ID or a foreign passport, and the venue has a no-refunds policy. The rooftop is outdoors/seasonal, and the show is rain or shine, with possible relocation indoors if weather makes it necessary.
ElsewherePERREO GARDEN - Latin & Reggaeton Brooklyn Dance Party NYC
Get ready for a night of straight reggaeton and nonstop perreo energy at this Brooklyn dance party. DJs will also be spinning a mix of Latin sounds including current pop hits, throwbacks, salsa, merengue, dembow, and more. Doors open at 10:00 PM, and the music runs into the early morning. Attendees must be 21+ with proper physical ID, and there is a dress code (no offensive language on clothing, and avoid athletic shorts, slides, swim trunks, sweatpants, Timberlands, sandals, and flip flops). VIP bottle service is available by reservation.
Don Rique'sBLACK EXCELLENCE FESTIVAL 2026
Celebrate culture, creativity, and community at the Black Excellence Festival 2026, a fun in-person event featuring live music, food, and good vibes. The day also includes school supplies giveaways, and there will be a scholarship awarded to a high school graduate for college. Come enjoy an upbeat celebration of Black excellence and connect with inspiring people.
St. Andrew's PlaygroundMonthly 2 Hr GameJam Club: OBSHAGCE — WONDERVILLE
Join the Monthly 2 Hour GameJam Club for OBSHAGCE, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of making games and then build your own. Bring a laptop that can run OBSHAGCE. The doors open at 1:00 PM, there’s a workshop at 1:30 PM, the game jam starts at 2:00 PM and runs until 4:00 PM with presentations beginning afterward. At 5:00 PM, the arcade opens for regular use.
WondervilleLearn to Make Adjaruli Khachapuri
Join Executive Chef Natiya De Leon for a hands-on Georgian cooking class focused on two classic dishes. You’ll learn how to work with different doughs to make Adjaruli Khachapuri, a boat-shaped cheese bread filled with cheese, butter, and egg, and you’ll also make Khinkali, a meat-filled dumpling. After baking and cooking, you’ll get to enjoy what you’ve made and sample Georgian wine, along with soft drinks and Georgian beer or wine as listed.
ASSAIA Restaurant Club & LoungeGlom
Catch an indie rock and alternative night at Elsewhere - Zone One featuring Slow Joy and Growing Pains. The show starts at 7:00 PM.
ElsewhereCharlotte de Witte & Yousuke Yukimatsu
Check out an acid techno and electronic night featuring Charlotte de Witte, with Yousuke Yukimatsu billed as a B2B partner. The doors and show start at 7:00 PM at Under the K Bridge Park in Brooklyn.
Under the ‘K’ Bridge ParkBrownstoneJAZZSUNDAY AFTER BRUNCH TRIO
Enjoy a close-up, intimate live jazz experience inside BrownstoneJAZZ, a restored 19th-century Victorian brownstone in Bedford Stuyvesant. This Sunday after brunch features a trio set, with doors opening at 3:30 PM. Dress to impress for the Jazz Age, and note the house rules including no athletic wear, no smoking or vaping, ID required, and no refunds.
BrownstoneJAZZD.L. Hughley
Catch D.L. Hughley live for a comedy show at City Winery New York City. The performance starts in the early evening, with tickets listed as available through Spotify’s ticket partners.
City Winery New York CitySession 3: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Bring your kids for Session 3 of the Parks Learn to Swim program at Kosciuszko Pool. Children will learn basic swimming techniques and important water-safety skills during this two-week outdoor class taught by Aquatic Specialists. The program is for ages 6 to 17, and registration is handled by lottery drawing. This session runs from late morning into early noon.
Kosciuszko PoolBest of Brooklyn Stand-Up Comedy
Catch a night of stand-up at The Tiny Cupboard with a mix of both pro and rising-star comedians. You can come early and hang out at the board game and video game bar right behind the show room before and after the set, with free entry as long as you grab drinks. Tickets are general admission, and there are no refunds or exchanges. Note that individual comedian appearances may change without notice.
The Tiny Cupboard Comedy Club & Game BarMillkzy
millkzy is bringing a night of melodic rap, hip hop, and spoken-word vibes to Brooklyn. The show is scheduled for 10:00 PM at Baby's All Right - Brooklyn.
Baby's All RightBest of Brooklyn Stand-Up Comedy
Get ready for a night of stand-up at The Tiny Cupboard, featuring a mix of pro comedians and rising stars. The show is at NYC’s most unique comedy club, and you can stick around before and after to hang out at the board game bar and video game bar located right behind the show room. Free entry to the hangout area, just grab drinks, and there are great snacks and drinks available. The lineup may change, and refunds or exchanges aren’t offered.
The Tiny Cupboard Comedy Club & Game BarSession 3: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Sign up for Session 3 of NYC Parks’ Learn to Swim, an outdoor class focused on the basics of swimming and water safety. Children ages 6 to 17 will work with aquatic specialists to build fundamental skills through this two-week program. Registration is free, and enrollment is handled by lottery drawing.
Kosciuszko PoolMat Pilates
Join a beginner-friendly Mat Pilates class focused on strengthening your body, especially your core. The session emphasizes improving posture, stabilizing and lengthening the spine, and building balance and overall strength. Bring your own mat.
Department Of HealthKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim competition at Kosciuszko Pool. To take part in the competition, check in with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. There will also be an awards ceremony at the end of August to celebrate swimmers who complete 25 miles or more.
Kosciuszko Pool(SOLD OUT) Gibby Haynes
Gibby Haynes is performing live at Union Pool in New York. The show starts at 7:00 PM. Tickets are listed as sold out.
Union PoolRode Hard, Put Away Wet: EP Release Show
Get ready for an EP release show with live performances from Sizzy Rocket and BIG SISTER. The concert takes place at Baby's All Right - Brooklyn in Brooklyn.
Baby's All RightChris Annibell
Head to Acoustik Garden Lounge for an evening of house music featuring Oscar P, Norty Cotto, and Chris Annibell. The lineup covers a mix of funky, deep, Latin, and afro house styles, with the show starting at 5:00 PM local time.
Acoustik Garden LoungeHAYLA
Get ready for an electrifying night with HAYLA at Brooklyn Steel. Doors open at 7:30 PM, with the show starting at 8:30 PM. Tickets are available through AXS.
Brooklyn SteelWNBA Collage & Watch Party
Get ready for a fun, community-focused evening of sports creativity and game watching. This monthly collage series invites you to make your own collage using sports and fashion archives, and the finished pieces may be featured in a season-end community magazine. After you create, you can also settle in for a watch party for the New York Liberty vs. the Connecticut Sun. Entry is free with RSVP, and patronage at Gladys is encouraged.
Gladys Books & WineCommunity Family Festival 2026
Come out for the Community Family Festival 2026, a free, family-friendly health fair focused on boosting health and wellness in the Bedford Stuyvesant community. Expect free health screenings, fitness and wellness activities, live music and entertainment, giveaways, food and refreshments, and a prayer and encouragement station. There will also be resources and opportunities to connect with community partners throughout the day.
M.S. 267 Math, Science & Technology(SOLD OUT) Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Jersey Shore BlueClaws
Catch the Brooklyn Cyclones taking on the Jersey Shore BlueClaws at Maimonides Park. It is a baseball matchup in Brooklyn, with gates typically opening an hour before the scheduled start time.
Maimonides ParkAzure Day Party August 16th
Enjoy an afternoon electronic show with Ookay. The event takes place at the Rooftop at Arlo Williamsburg in New York City.
Arlo WilliamsburgBrownstoneJAZZSUNDAY AFTER BRUNCH TRIO
Enjoy an intimate, up-close jazz set in a restored 19th-century Victorian brownstone. The BrownstoneJAZZ Sunday After Brunch Trio will run from 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM, with doors opening at 3:30 PM. Dress to impress for the Jazz Age vibe, and note that the event is 21+ and ID is required. There are also several house rules, including no refunds and no athletic wear in the room.
BrownstoneJAZZSummer Poetry Festival
Join in for an intimate evening at Ernest Records featuring poetry, music, and community. Expect a warm, open atmosphere where you can share words, enjoy melodies, and meet other creative people. This is an 18+ event, with doors opening at 7:00 PM.
Ernest RecordsSession 3: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Kids can jump into the Learn to Swim program with a focus on basic swimming and water safety skills. This two-week outdoor class is for children ages 6 to 17, led by Aquatic Specialists, and registration is handled by lottery.
Kosciuszko PoolKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim competition at Kosciuszko Pool. To take part in the competition, speak with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. There will be an awards ceremony at the end of August to celebrate swimmers who complete 25 miles or more.
Kosciuszko PoolKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim competition at Kosciuszko Pool. To enter the competition, check in with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. There will be an awards ceremony at the end of August to recognize swimmers who complete 25 miles or more.
Kosciuszko PoolSession 3: Kosciuszko Pool - Children's Learn to Swim Level 1 (Class C)
Join a kids Learn to Swim session focused on building basic swimming and water-safety skills. Through the two-week outdoor program, Aquatic Specialists will work with children ages 6 to 17 and teach fundamental techniques. Registration is free, and it takes place by lottery drawing. Registration is currently listed as closed.
Kosciuszko Pool(SOLD OUT) Gibby Haynes at Union Pool
Catch Gibby Haynes live at Union Pool. The show is scheduled for 7:00 PM, and tickets on Spotify are marked as sold out.
Union PoolKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim event at Kosciuszko Pool. To take part in the competition, speak with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. After the end of August, there will be an awards ceremony recognizing swimmers who complete 25 miles or more for their health and fitness achievements.
Kosciuszko PoolWordHack — WONDERVILLE
WordHack is a monthly evening of performances and talks that explore how language and technology overlap. You can expect code poetry, digital literature, language games, and other experiments at the intersection of creative writing and coding. All are welcome, whether you’re a coder drawn to the creative side or a writer curious about new forms.
Wonderville(SOLD OUT) Chammeili
Petey USA and Dirt Buyer are playing a live show at The Sultan Room in New York. The performance starts at 7:00 PM, and tickets are marked as sold out.
The Sultan Room(SOLD OUT) Rupi Kaur at Union Hall
Catch Rupi Kaur for an intimate residency-style performance in Brooklyn. This is a small-audience, no-frills session where she works through new material before it reaches a final draft, without polished production. Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the show runs about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Union HallKehlani
Kehlani is coming to the Barclays Center for a concert night with Durand Bernarr, TheARTI$t, Isaia Huron, and WASEEL. Expect an R&B and pop-leaning lineup as part of the show’s full bill.
Barclays CenterFerry Corsten
Ferry Corsten is bringing an electronic and progressive trance lineup to Brooklyn Roots Collective for an evening show starting at 10:00 PM.
Brooklyn Roots CollectiveArt in the Garden: Vegetable Printmaking
Swing by Patchen Community Square for free, drop-in artmaking inspired by the garden. This session focuses on vegetable printmaking, using fruits and vegetables to explore different shapes and textures while you create your own unique prints and patterns. It is designed for all ages and skill levels, and you can arrive anytime during the event window. Supplies, prompts, and guidance are provided.
Patchen Community Square GardenTree ID 101, Section A
This beginner-friendly class welcomes newcomers and anyone seeking a refresher in identifying trees. Participants learn core dendrology concepts and are introduced to many of the garden's commonly encountered tree species.
Brooklyn Botanic GardenPhoenix Community Garden Farm Stand
Phoenix Community Garden Farm Stand is open for the season every Saturday, rain or shine, until mid-November. Stop by for locally grown fruit, salad greens, seasonal vegetables, and herbs for cooking flavor. Pricing uses a sliding scale, and cards, tap to pay, and EBT are accepted. The event is a fundraiser, with proceeds supporting the garden’s operations. Pre-orders are available through the garden’s website.
Phoenix Community GardenArchie Hamilton at Sunset Park Rooftop
Archie Hamilton is taking over Sunset Park Rooftop for a late-night set with Fleur Shore. Expect a lo-fi house and house-leaning electronic vibe for a night out in New York.
Sunset Park Rooftop | Private Events VenueBrownstoneJAZZSUNDAY AFTER BRUNCH TRIO
Enjoy an intimate, acoustic live jazz performance in a restored 19th-century Victorian brownstone. This Sunday after-brunch trio session is part of the BrownstoneJAZZ Sunday lineup, featuring classic jazz energy and a close-up, up-and-personal vibe. Dress to impress in Jazz Age style and note the venue rules, including a 21+ age requirement and no refunds. Doors open at 3:30 PM, and guests are encouraged to follow the listed policies for attire and items in the room.
BrownstoneJAZZKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim at Kosciuszko Pool. To take part in the competition, check in with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. An awards ceremony will be held at the end of August to recognize swimmers who complete 25 miles or more.
Kosciuszko PoolKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim at Kosciuszko Pool. To take part in the competition, check in with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. There will also be an awards ceremony at the end of August to recognize swimmers who complete 25 miles or more.
Kosciuszko PoolWonderville's Last Tuesday of the month PLAYTEST — WONDERVILLE
Playtest Night happens every last Tuesday at Wonderville, and this one is a chance to try out production games in the NYC arcade. If you’re a developer, you’re welcome to bring your game along, and there are no signups required. Just show up to playtest and check out what others are building.
WondervilleDemonlover & The Amateurist
Join Dear Friend Books for a screening pairing Olivier Assayas’ cyber-thriller Demonlover with Miranda July’s short The Amateurist. The program explores themes like corporate espionage, surveillance, and how technology can blur the lines between connection and control. It’s free to attend.
dear friend booksAsake w Barclays Center, Brooklyn
Asake is bringing his Afropop, Afrobeats, and amapiano sound to Barclays Center in Brooklyn, with Uncle Waffles also on the lineup. The show starts at 8:30 PM local venue time.
Barclays CenterKosciuszko Pool: Lap Swim
Join a long-distance lap swim at Kosciuszko Pool. To take part in the competition, check in with an Aquatics Specialist on the pool deck and note it on your application. There will be an awards ceremony at the end of August to recognize swimmers who complete 25 miles or more. The event is free.
Kosciuszko PoolBrooklyn Experimental Electronic Music August Artist Showcase — WONDERVILLE
Join the local electronic music community for an August artist showcase featuring an eclectic lineup of New York City artists across a variety of experimental electronic styles. Expect a mix of electronic music sounds and influences as artists share their work in an energetic showcase at Wonderville.
WondervilleBRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!
Catch Common live at the Lena Horne Bandshell. The show starts at 6:00 PM on Friday, August 28, with tickets available through Bandsintown.
Lena Horne BandshellPhoenix Community Garden Farm Stand
Stop by the Phoenix Community Garden farm stand for a seasonal pick-up of fresh fruit, salad greens, vegetables, and herbs. Pricing uses a sliding scale, and payment options include cards, tap to pay, and EBT at the register. This fundraiser supports the garden’s operations, with pre-order available through the garden’s website.
Phoenix Community GardenLOC FEST NYC 2026
LOC FEST NYC 2026 is a full day festival celebrating natural hair and local culture, with a mix of local vendors, live music, and food. Expect community vibes plus a Loc'd Hair and Fashion Show alongside performances from throughout the day. The event is an in-person gathering focused on connecting with fellow festival-goers and celebrating what is culturally local to NYC.
Restoration PlazaLeon Vynehall
Leon Vynehall is performing at Public Records in New York. The show is scheduled for 3:00 PM local venue time. Ticket sales are available through DICE and Resident Advisor.
Public Records