16 Things to Do in New York City This Week · August 13–16, 2026

Arts & Culture

Angelo Colina: Un Verano en NY (En Español)

Returning to NYC after his first international tour through Europe and Latin America, Angelo Colina performs headline stand-up entirely in Spanish at the Upper West Side.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:30 PM · New York Comedy Club, Upper West Side

Neema Naz Live in New York City

Stand-up comedian Neema Naz takes the main room stage at Broadway Comedy Club near Times Square for a Thursday night headline set.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 7:30 PM · Broadway Comedy Club, Midtown

Peacock's Love Island USA: Ariana Madix in Conversation

Emmy-nominated Love Island USA host Ariana Madix appears at 92NY for a live conversation about the hit reality show — a rare chance to meet the host up close.

Monday, August 17, 2026 7:30 PM · 92NY, 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

ISLA

Hit the Lights! Theater presents a visually sumptuous, musically driven family history set in pre-Castro Cuba, featuring live Latin jazz and original songs — tickets from $15 with code SKINT15.

Through Saturday, August 29, 2026 · WP Theater, New York City

40th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition

Agora Gallery's milestone 40th annual juried exhibition showcases international fine art in Chelsea — opened with a reception August 6 and runs through the end of the month.

Saturday, August 1 – Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Agora Gallery, 530 W 25th St, Chelsea, New York, NY 10001

Music & Nightlife

Comedy Mob Presents: The Lineup

NYC's most unpredictable free comedy showcase featuring 10+ comics with rapid-fire sets — from rising stars to seasoned killers — every Thursday at the East Village location.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:30 PM · New York Comedy Club, East Village

Cruel Summer: 80s & 90s Dance Party

A 10-piece cover band (The Engagements) plus DJ Steve Reynolds spin 80s and 90s anthems at Littlefield — advance tickets just $9.73 with The Skint's promo code.

Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 PM · Littlefield, 635 Sackett Street, Brooklyn

Joe Hisaishi at Radio City Music Hall

The legendary Studio Ghibli composer performs live at Radio City Music Hall — a bucket-list orchestral event for any fan of cinematic and contemporary classical music.

Through Monday, August 17, 2026 8:00 PM · Radio City Music Hall, 6th Ave btw 50th & 51st St

A Tribute to Amy Winehouse

Described by Forbes as 'the most electrifying party in town,' this underground jazz speakeasy tribute brings Winehouse's catalog to life in an intimate NYC venue.

Friday, August 21, 2026 7:00 PM · New York City

Food & Drink

Okonomi / Yuji Ramen at 110 Madison Ave

The beloved Williamsburg Japanese spot takes over a Koreatown space serving breakfast by day and ramen by night through October — a rare Manhattan pop-up from a cult favorite.

Through Saturday, October 31, 2026 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM · 110 Madison Ave, Koreatown, Manhattan

Family-Friendly

The Broadway Magic Hour with Jim Vines & Carl Mercurio

NYC's top-rated family magic show features master magicians Jim Vines and Carl Mercurio delivering nonstop illusions and laughs for all ages in Midtown Manhattan.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 2:00 PM · Broadway Magic Hour: Magic Show, 318 W 53rd St, New York, NY

Free Events

Afribembe: Under One Sun at Harlem Week

CCCADI's annual African and Caribbean cultural celebration returns for its 8th year on Harlem Day, coinciding with the organization's 50th anniversary — free and all ages.

Sunday, August 16, 2026 11:00 AM · W 135th St & 5th Ave, Harlem

Date Night

Musiq Soulchild at City Winery

R&B legend Musiq Soulchild plays an intimate dinner-and-show experience across three nights at City Winery's Pier 57 venue — pair your tickets with award-winning wine and a meal.

Friday, August 21 – Monday, August 24, 2026 · City Winery, Pier 57, New York City

Sports

2026 Williamsburg Softball Fall League Season 13

Join or watch the beloved annual Williamsburg Softball League's 13th season at McCarren Park — a Brooklyn institution for community sports every summer and fall.

Friday, August 14, 2026 5:00 PM · McCarren Park, Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Outdoors & Active

Perseid Meteor Shower Peak

The Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight with up to 150 shooting stars per hour — Secret NYC recommends the best spots near the city for watching the annual summer sky spectacle.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 · Best spots near New York City

Festivals & Special Events

Feast of San Gennaro 2026

Little Italy shuts down 15 streets for the biggest Italian festival in the U.S. — 11 days of 300 vendors, games, and free admission coming this September.

Saturday, September 5 – Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · Little Italy, Manhattan