Don’t just sit at home! There are plenty of great things to do around New York City this weekend.
Here’s a look at some of the best events happening around town between June 13-15!
Friday, June 13: A silent party!
Father’s Day Silent Disco: Join the Alfred E. Smith first Father’s Day Silent Disco offering a variety of activities such as, jumbo games, arts and crafts and light refreshments. Headphones will be provided. Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine St., Manhattan. 5 – 7:30 p.m. Free.
Bark After Dark: Bark After Dark is a new after-hours series where art, dogs, and community come together for a lively, themed evening. Enjoy music, special activities, and playful surprises designed for both people and pups—all set against the backdrop of the Museum’s one-of-a-kind collection. AKC Museum of the Dog, 101 Park Ave., Manhattan. 6 – 8 p.m. $20.
The Shine Ball: Come check out this rock concert, drag show, dance party, and immersive nightlife extravaganza in the heart of Bushwick during Pride Month, with performances by Tony & the Kiki, Starfox and the Fleet, and Theophobia. The evening is also celebrating the launch of Tony & the Kiki’s new single “Keep Shinin’ On” an anthem for the global queer community to stay fabulous and SHINE ON no matter what! Must be 21+ to attend. The Sultan Room, 234 Starr St., Brooklyn. Doors open at 7 p.m. $25.65.
Saturday, June 14: Brooklyn Pride!
Bronx Day Tour – Yankee Stadium, Arthur Avenue & Bronx Zoo: From baseball bats to buffalo mozzarella to Bengal tigers—experience the Bronx like never before. Step into the heart of the Bronx for a full day of unforgettable experiences that blend sports history, old-school flavor, and wild adventure! You’ll visit Yankee Stadium, Arthur Avenue and the Bronx Zoo. Yankee Stadium, 1 E 161 St., Bronx. 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. $139.
Brooklyn Pride LGBTQIA+ 5K Run/Walk: What better way to start off your Brooklyn Pride Saturday than with a morning 5K (3.1 mile) LGBTQIA+ fun run? You’ll be joined by hundreds of runners from across NYC and beyond as you race through scenic and historic Prospect Park. Prospect Park, 153 East Dr., Brooklyn. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. $35.
Sunday, June 15: Egg rolls, egg creams and empanadas!
Egg Rolls, Egg Creams, and Empanadas Street Festival: Celebrate the diverse cultures that give the Lower East Side and Chinatown its identity alongside talented artisans, stage and street performers, and visitors from near and far! Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge St., Manhattan. 12 – 4 p.m. Free admission.
Uptown Rumble: Heavy Music in The Bronx Exhibit: Uptown Rumble: Heavy Music in The Bronx explores the rich and little-known history of Bronx bands and musicians playing in the heavier registers of rock music including hard rock, heavy metal, thrash metal, death metal, hardcore, and more. Museum of Bronx History, 3266 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx. 1 – 5 p.m. $3-5.
Find more amazing Things to Do in New York City (or list your own event) at events.amNY.com. For dozens more events around our area, check our sister sites… QNS.com, BrooklynPaper.com, BxTimes.com and LongIslandPress.com.
