19 Things to Do in New York City This Week · June 18–21, 2026

Festivals & Special Events

Knicks Championship Ticker-Tape Parade

NYC celebrates the New York Knicks' historic first NBA Championship in 53 years with a ticker-tape parade through Lower Manhattan.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · Lower Manhattan

Gaysian Night Market

A vibrant LGBTQ+ and Asian-American night market hosted with Lauren Chan at Welcome to Chinatown — already sold out, so grab the waitlist.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · Welcome to Chinatown, New York City

17th Annual NYC Multicultural Festival

A free annual street festival celebrating global cultures through music, community, and the spirit of the World Cup.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 12:00 PM · New York City

Music & Nightlife

René Marie & Experiment in Truth at Jazz at Lincoln Center

Jazz vocalist René Marie and her ensemble Experiment in Truth perform for a multi-night run at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · Jazz at Lincoln Center, Lincoln Center

La Casita – Bad Bunny Immersive Nightclub Experience

Step into a fully immersive Bad Bunny universe in Bushwick with Latin beats, stunning visuals, and electric energy at 428 Johnson Ave.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · 428 Johnson Ave, Bushwick, Brooklyn

Stand Up Comedy at Broadway Comedy Club

A full night of stand-up comedy at one of Times Square's most beloved comedy clubs, with multiple shows running through the evening.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Broadway Comedy Club, New York City

Family-Friendly

Disney's Encanto in Concert

The New York Philharmonic performs the beloved Encanto score live in concert at David Geffen Hall.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center

The Grandest Princess Ball Ever at Carmine's

A storybook princess-themed celebration brunch for kids and families in the heart of Times Square at Carmine's Italian Restaurant.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 11:30 AM · Carmine's Italian Restaurant – Times Square, 200 W. 44th Street

Arts & Culture

Wildlife Photographer Tom Murphy Book & PBS Preview at Marble Church

Acclaimed wildlife photographer Tom Murphy offers previews of his new book 'Yellowstone Bison' and an upcoming PBS series at Marble Church.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 6:00 PM · Marble Church, New York City

LÓPEZ EN NEW YORK at Broadway Comedy Club

A Spanish-language comedy show celebrating Latino humor and culture at Broadway Comedy Club.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 7:00 PM · Broadway Comedy Club, New York City

Catch of the Day at 59E59 Theaters

Red Fox Theatre Company's raucous, politically funny play with live trad music about an unbelievable true story from 1966 Ireland, running through June 28.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 7:15 PM · 59E59 Theaters, New York City

Ya-Ting Kao 'Tactile Synchronicity' Opening at Nunu Fine Art

Opening reception for Ya-Ting Kao's exhibition 'Tactile Synchronicity: The End of Linear Time' at Nunu Fine Art in SoHo, with an artist talk preceding the reception.

Friday, June 19, 2026 6:00 PM · Nunu Fine Art New York, 381 Broome Street, SoHo

Next250: Young Artists Showcase at Lincoln Center

Host Lara Downes presents performances and conversations with rising-star young musicians from across the United States.

Saturday, June 27, 2026 · Upper West Side, Lincoln Center

Free Events

Marked for More – Photography Exhibition

An immersive two-day free photography exhibition at White Space Chelsea revealing stories of orphan care and human dignity.

Friday, June 19, 2026 10:00 AM · White Space Chelsea, 511 W 25th Street

Yinka Esi Graves at Lincoln Center Summer for the City

Acclaimed jazz vocalist Yinka Esi Graves performs as part of Lincoln Center's Summer for the City outdoor programming.

Saturday, June 20, 2026 · Lincoln Center, New York City

Sports

Major League Pickleball New York

Professional pickleball players from across the country compete for MLP playoff spots on Randall's Island in this four-day tournament.

Thursday, June 25, 2026 · Randalls Island, New York City

Date Night

Wine & Food Pairing Night with Wine Therapy at 190 Bowery

An intimate wine and food pairing evening hosted by Wine Therapy inside the iconic 190 Bowery space.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · 190 Bowery, New York City

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings

A candlelit string tribute concert celebrating the music of beloved Mexican icon Juan Gabriel in an intimate NYC venue.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · New York City

Outdoors & Active

Alo Outdoor Wellness Experience

Alo's free outdoor wellness experience brings yoga and movement classes to NYC through June 23.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 · New York City