83 best events this week
March 30 — April 05
today — Monday March 30
Lust Complex: VILE, Bo1led Angel, motiv-a, NIGHTVVITCH
2026-03-30 10pm- · bossa nova civic club, Williamsburg FREE
Free electronic/experimental lineup at Bossa Nova, pay-what-you-wish entry.
Drain
Mon 8pm · Warsaw, Greenpoint
Post-punk band at Warsaw, decent mid-size venue in Williamsburg.
David J, Paul Wallfisch, Joseph Keckler, Alison Clancy
Mon 8pm · TV Eye, East Village
Experimental/avant-garde artists at small venue TV Eye, niche crowd.
NEWFEST Presents:Queering the Canon: THE PLACE WITHOUT LIMITS (1978)
Mon 8pm · BAM Rose Cinemas, Brooklyn Heights
Queer film screening series at BAM, worth it if you haven't seen this 1978 Chilean film.
Animated Oscar-Nominated Shorts 2026
Mon 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Oscar shorts program, good if you want to sample animated nominees before the ceremony.
After Hours
Mon 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Scorsese's 1985 cult film, standard IFC repertory screening.
Richard Perez: For One Night (with a Band) Okay
Mon 8pm · The Bell House, Park Slope
Solo comedian with band at Bell House, venue known for comedy/experimental acts.
Drag King Bingo with Cunning Stunt
Mon 8pm · Club Cumming, East Village
Queer bingo with drag, fun if you like interactive events and the host's humor.
Anti Fascist Cabaret
Mon 8pm · Caveat, LES
Themed comedy night at Caveat, could be hit or miss depending on the performers.
Mondays in the Club with Lance
Mon 8pm · Club Cumming, East Village
Weekly club night with a DJ, standard dance venue experience.
Dead Father, Stepfather, Girl Father — A Comedy Show by A Chinese Queer Kid
Mon 9:30pm · Caveat, LES
Multimedia comedy/drag/burlesque show by a queer artist at Caveat, eclectic if you like experimental performance.
Re-Thinking Theater and Politics in a Time of Multiple Crises
Mon 6pm · The New School, Greenwich Village
Academic panel discussion at The New School about theater and politics, go if you want serious discourse.
tomorrow — Tuesday March 31
Burnt Sugar - Smoke House BSAC CONDUCTED by VERNON REID NUBLU CONDUCTION #4 THE TAO OF ABBY LINCOLN FEAT. SHELLEY NICOLE & LAFRA
Tue 8pm · Nublu 151, East Village
Experimental jazz ensemble led by Vernon Reid at underground venue, niche but interesting if you know the artists.
For the Love of Indie Rock
Tue 8pm · SOB's, Greenwich Village
Indie rock showcase at SOB's, no specific artist info so unclear if worth the trip.
A-Sides PresentsGwenn Malick / Fleet / Help Wanted / Birdie Wren
Tue 8pm · Pianos, LES
Four indie/alternative bands at a small Lower East Side venue, standard showcase lineup.
Nirvanna: The Band The Show The Movie
Tue 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Nirvana tribute film—novelty appeal depends on how much you care about the band.
Miroirs No. 3
Tue 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Miroirs No. 3 sounds experimental and French—niche audience, unclear if worth the trip.
Dead Lover
Tue 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Dead Lover is an obscure title; check reviews before committing to IFC Center ticket prices.
2026 PEN America Literary Awards Ceremony
Tue 8pm · The Town Hall, Midtown
Annual literary awards ceremony at a major venue, go if you're into the winning authors or the literary world.
The Easter Promise
Tue 8pm · Littlefield, Williamsburg
No description provided; unclear what this event actually is.
Sagematch
Tue 8pm · Caveat, LES
Improv-style comedy match at Caveat, good if you like interactive audience participation.
Book Launch: Su Friedrich with Kurt Thometz
Tue 7:30pm · Greenlight Bookstore in Fort Greene, Fort Greene
Filmmaker book launch at independent bookstore, specific date event.
Most Of My Moms are Gay
Tue 7pm · Caveat, LES
Solo musical at Caveat about identity and family; worth checking reviews since comedy-musicals are hit-or-miss.
Kitchen Table Imagery [exhibition opening]
Tue 6pm · Bohemian National Hall, Upper East Side
Ceramic exhibition by 11 international artists at a cultural hall, solid if contemporary ceramics interest you.
Wednesday April 01
Sub Pop presentsSUNN O))) - SUNN O))) Album Listening Party [UPSTAIRS]
Wed 8pm · Public Records, Williamsburg
Label-backed listening party for a drone metal album, niche appeal.
No Fun | Mo Yung | Slot
Wed 8pm · Bowery Palace, LES
Slot booking at small venue, undercard show, niche audience.
Bunny X
Wed 9:30pm · Berlin Under A, East Village
Small venue show, but minimal info on artist or sound—worth checking if you know Bunny X.
Allie Mae & Na'im Ali Presents: DRIP
Wed 8pm · The Stand, East Village
Independent producers' show, small venue, check the lineup first.
Sirat
Wed 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
IFC Center curated programming; check what these films are before buying tickets.
Serpent’s Path and Chime
Wed 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
IFC Center curated programming; check what these films are before buying tickets.
Alpha
Wed 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Alpha is a prehistoric survival film; decent popcorn movie but not groundbreaking.
Next Slide Please A Powerpoint Comedy Show
Wed 8pm · Caveat, LES
Gimmicky PowerPoint comedy show, only worth it if that format appeals to you.
Chris Redd
Wed 8pm · Caveat, LES
SNL cast member performing, likely a decent show but will be packed and pricey.
A Conversation with Brandy: PHASES Book Tour
Wed 8pm · Brooklyn Paramount, Park Slope
Author event at a large venue, go if you're a Brandy fan or interested in her memoir.
Wednesdays on Wheels ft. DJ Arson (skate)
Wed 8pm · Xanadu, East Village
Weekly skating session with DJ, decent if you skate.
Shield of Sparrows Trivia at East River Bar
Wed 7pm · East River Bar, Williamsburg
Book-themed trivia tied to a release; good if you've read the series, otherwise it's just bar trivia with pre-selected questions.
Thursday April 02
Negative Approach, The Damage, Dog Breath
Thu 8pm · TV Eye, East Village
Three punk/hardcore bands at a small venue, solid lineup if that's your scene.
Trio
Thu 8pm · The Stone, East Village
Jazz improv at The Stone, a respected venue for experimental jazz musicians.
rusowsky, Corridos Ketamina
Thu 8pm · Brooklyn Steel, Williamsburg
Two electronic/experimental acts at a larger venue, niche appeal depending on your taste.
Blue Velvet
Thu 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
Lynch's 1986 thriller, unsettling and deeply strange in the best way.
She’s the He
Thu 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
IFC Center film screening, check their website for exact dates and showtimes.
Mr. Nobody Against Putin
Thu 7pm · IFC Center, Greenwich Village
IFC Center curated programming; check what these films are before buying tickets.
Wild Party
Thu 8pm · Baby's All Right, Williamsburg
No description provided, can't assess without knowing the actual event.
RUMBLE: House-ish with Tuesday Clark, Jungle, Majii
Thu 8pm · Jupiter Disco, Astoria
House music night with DJs at Jupiter Disco, check if this is your scene.
Yesterdays Horoscope
Thu 8pm · Caveat, LES
Local comedy show at Caveat, standard weeknight fare.
Powerpoint Meets Romance Pitch Your Friend To A Room Of Singles
Thu 8pm · Caveat, LES
Mashup of PowerPoint comedy and singles pitching, niche concept that's either your thing or not.
Why Are You Single? A Singles Game Show with Marie Faustin
Thu 8pm · The Bell House, Park Slope
Comedy game show with Marie Faustin, depends on whether you find dating humor funny.
Marlene Zuk + Isabella Rossellini: Outsider Animals
Thu 7pm · Strand Book Store, Flatiron
Author talk at Strand with an ecology professor discussing her book; straightforward author event, good for book fans.
Friday April 03
Digital Hardcore: Garbage For Lust, No Eyes, Murderpact, Dicqbeats, ZAC-A-RAMA!, Flesh Eater
2026-04-03 11pm · purgatory, Williamsburg FREE
Free underground show with no one turned away for lack of funds, multiple punk/noise acts.
Psyk + Lonefront [Live] + Centrific / Dustin Zahn + echo + KXAH / Yasmeenah
Fri 8pm · Public Records, Williamsburg
Underground electronic lineup at Public Records, for people into experimental/techno.
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, UMA DJ
Fri 8pm · Elsewhere, Bushwick
Electronic artist at a converted warehouse venue known for experimental bookings.
Herbert Holler’s Freedom™ Party NYC with host Savior Elmundo
Fri 8pm · Le Poisson Rouge, Greenwich Village
Niche party event with unknown host and artist—only go if you know what this actually is.
Immigrant Jam
Fri 8pm · Caveat, LES
Community-focused comedy jam, good vibe for discovering new local performers.
SOLD OUT - JACQUELINE NOVAK: 2026 TOUR
Fri 7pm · Bell House, Gowanus
Already sold out, can't get in.
Sidepiece
Fri 8pm · Brooklyn Storehouse, Red Hook
House/electronic DJ, Brooklyn Storehouse is a converted warehouse—check the setup before buying.
CLASSIC HIP-HOP & R&B Party ft. Statik Selektah & friends (skate)
Fri 8pm · Xanadu, East Village
Known DJ with a skating component, depends on lineup and if you care about the venue's vibe.
Gush Comedy About Things We Love
Fri 8pm · Caveat, LES
Comedy show about positive things instead of cynicism, decent if you want lighter material.
BAILE WORLD: LADY SHAKA, MANGO & GINGER, DANIRO, CQUESTT, Barrio Bounce
Fri 10:30pm · Elsewhere, Bushwick
Club night with Latin electronic/dance focus at Elsewhere, $16, good for that specific sound.
Pressure day pt9
Fri 9pm · 1130 Linwood St, East New York
A birthday party being sold as an event, skip unless you know the person.
Weekend Warm-Up (skate)
Fri 8pm · Xanadu, East Village
Weekly skating event at a commercial rink, steady activity if you're an active skater but nothing special.
Saturday April 04
Neon Indian (DJ Set), Neggy Gemmy (DJ Set), Contact: Kepler
Sat 8pm · Elsewhere, Bushwick
DJ sets at an established Williamsburg nightclub; good for dancing if you like electronic music.
Angel Du$t, Outta Pocket, Jivebomb, Vanity
Sat 8pm · Brooklyn Bowl, Williamsburg
Multi-band lineup at Brooklyn Bowl, decent for discovering bands if you like punk/hardcore.
Tigers Jaw, Hot Flash Heat Wave, Creeks (solo)
Sat 8pm · Racket, Williamsburg
Three-band lineup at small Brooklyn venue, worth it if you like Tigers Jaw or indie rock.
Tom Ds Big New York Show
Sat 8pm · Caveat, LES
Solo show at small venue; worth checking if you know Tom D's work.
Mike Nasty Presents: No Filter!
Sat 8pm · Le Poisson Rouge, Greenwich Village
Stand-up comedy show at a well-known Village venue, check the date and ticket price first.
Neon Indian (DJ Set), Neggy Gemmy (DJ Set), Contact: Kepler
Sat 10:30pm · Elsewhere, Bushwick
Late-night club show with established electronic DJ, $21, solid lineup if you're into that scene.
Mark Vigeant: OUT THERE
Sat 9:30pm · Caveat, LES
One-man survival comedy show with audience interaction at a small venue, creative concept if you like experimental comedy.
Welcome To Your Soul - Live Healing Show
Sat 7pm · 1838 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, Harlem
Therapeutic poetry and healing show, proceed with realistic expectations about what a performance can deliver.
Day in the life of an Impact Dancer
Sat 3pm · Brooklyn Scholars Charter School, East New York
Full-day immersion in a dance company's work, good if you want real exposure to their process.
Female Spirituality in Islam - A SufiCorner Conference
Sat 12pm · Madison Square Park Tower, Flatiron
Islamic spirituality conference with established speakers; relevant if you're interested in Sufi thought.
Cups Weekend with George Dielman
Sat 6pm · UrbanGlass, Fort Greene
Ceramics workshop at a legit nonprofit, good if you want hands-on instruction from an experienced instructor.
Saturday Night Adult Skate ft. DJ D
Sat 8pm · Xanadu, East Village
Weekly adult skating with a DJ, good if you want a casual social skate vibe.
Sunday April 05
Trans Voices Caberet
Sun 8pm · Caveat, LES
Niche cabaret show; depends entirely on the performers and your interest in trans-focused comedy.
La Maison De Cünt: Resurrection
Sun 8pm · C'mon Everybody, Williamsburg
Underground party/performance at C'mon Everybody, likely late-night underground scene.
Stereo Mandrax: Erica Mancini’s Electronium w/ Brian Chase, Marc Ribot, Steve LaRosa, Erica Mancinni WHITE OUT with Nava Dunkel
Sun 8pm · Pianos, LES
Notable musicians (Marc Ribot, Brian Chase) in a small venue, worth checking if you like experimental electronic music.
Ivy and The Poison / Mag Electric / Ritz / Oliver Grynberg
Sun 8pm · Arlene's Grocery, LES
Four-band indie rock lineup at Arlene's Grocery, small venue so it'll be packed.
Tiki DiscoTiki Disco
Sun 8pm · Knockdown Center, Maspeth
Tiki-themed DJ night at Knockdown Center, decent venue but no details on ticket price or DJ quality.
Real Young + Lazy Horse *April date added!*
Sun 8pm · Union Pool, Williamsburg
Two-band indie show at Union Pool, neighborhood venue with low cover typically.
Babes
Sun 8pm · Eris Deep Space
Minimal info available, can't assess without knowing the artist or format.
Jacqueline Novak: 2026 Tour
Sun 8pm · The Bell House, Park Slope
Comedy tour stop at mid-sized venue, standard touring comedian pricing.
New York Yankees vs. Miami Marlins
Sun 8pm · Yankee Stadium, The Bronx
MLB game at Yankee Stadium, prices spike for Yankees games even mid-season.
Brooklyn Nets vs. Washington Wizards
Sun 8pm · Barclays Center, Prospect Heights
NBA game at Barclays, tickets available but prices vary wildly depending on seat.
Sunday Afterglow (skate)
Sun 8pm · Xanadu, East Village
Weekly Sunday skating session, lower-key than Saturday night, good if you want to actually improve.