What's on this weekend
Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25. Events from the New York City Wave calendar, and the trivia, music and happy hours that run every week at places we have checked.
Friday, October 23
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9am to 10amZumba Gold®Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), East Midtown, Manhattan
Zumba Gold® offers a low-impact workout set to a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes, creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that challenge both the heart
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11am to 12pmFreeArts, Culture & Fun: BE BOLDER - Senior Ballet ProgrammingMulti-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval), Norwood, Bronx
NYC Parks, in partnership with the Misty Copeland Foundation, invites seniors ages 50 years-old and older to enroll in the, BE BOLDER: Ballet Explorations (BE) Ballet Offers Life-long Discovery, Expression, and Reconnection (BOLDER), dance program, a fun ballet class with live music. The program
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12pm to 8pmMusic Performances and Fitness Classes and Circus ArtsGreeley Square Plaza, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, Greeley Square Plaza: Greeley Square (32/33 Broadway) Broadway between W. 32rd Street and W. 33rd Street. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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5:30pm to 6:15pmShea Butter GroovesFit4Dance NYC, East Flatbush, Brooklyn
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora. We’ll move through the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, the pulsing energy of Detroit-style house music, the funk and attitude of hip hop, and the feel-good grooves of reggae and R&B. Come ready to sweat, let loose,
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5:30pm to 6:30pmShea Butter GroovesFit4Dance NYC, East Flatbush, Brooklyn
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora. We’ll move through the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, the pulsing energy of Detroit-style house music, the funk and attitude of hip hop, and the feel-good grooves of reggae and R&B. Come ready to sweat, let loose,
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5:30pm to 6:30pmShea Butter GroovesFit4Dance NYC, East Flatbush, Brooklyn
This multi-genre dance class in celebration of joy across the African diaspora. We’ll move through the infectious rhythms of the Caribbean, the pulsing energy of Detroit-style house music, the funk and attitude of hip hop, and the feel-good grooves of reggae and R&B. Come ready to sweat, let loose,
Saturday, October 24
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9am to 10amZumbaMidland Beach Splash Plaza (in Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach), New Dorp, Staten Island
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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9am to 10amZumbaGymnasium (Court) (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Flushing Meadows, Queens
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that challenge both the heart and muscles. With fun music and
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10am to 11amZumbaGymnasium (in St. John's Park), Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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10am to 11amBollyXMulti-Use Room A (in McCarren Park), Williamsburg, Brooklyn
BollyX is a Bollywood inspired cardio dance fitness class inspired and is driven by the heart-pumping, energetic rhythms of cultural music from all parts of India. The class embodies dynamic choreography and easy-to-follow dance aerobics. Choreography and workout routines have been set so everyone
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10am to 3pm2026 Ocean Breeze Fall FestivalOcean Breeze Athletic Complex (in Ocean Breeze Park), Grasmere, Staten Island
Celebrate the Season at Ocean Breeze! Join us for one of Ocean Breeze’s favorite community traditions — the 2026 Ocean Breeze Fall Festival, a festive day bringing families, friends and neighbors together to celebrate everything we love about fall! Ocean Breeze will come alive with family-friendly
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10am to 11amZumbaQueens Community House Beacon @ PS 149, Jackson Heights, Queens
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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10am to 11amDance FitnessGeorge Washington Carver High School for the Sciences, Springfield Gardens, Queens
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics. The goal is to improve cardio fitness while having fun and getting a full body workout! This class is taught to music with easy-to-follow steps that will surely get your heart pumping!
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10:30am to 11:15amLaBlast® FitnessBrooklyn Public Library - New Utrecht, Bath Beach, Brooklyn
This dance fitness program is based on ballroom dances, including those seen on Dancing with the Stars. This workout in disguise blends dance patterns, fitness, and music to create a low impact workout suitable for all levels.
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10:30am to 11:30amSTRONG Nation®Rock Climbing Wall Room (in Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center), Upper West Side, Manhattan
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. Every squat, every lunge, every burpee is driven by the music, helping you make it to that last rep, and maybe even
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11am to 12pmCardio PunchBoardwalk at Beach 60th Street (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Rockaway, Queens
Cardio Punch is a total body, non-contact workout fit for all levels. Punch, hook, and kick to motivating, high-energy music that progress into heart-pumping combinations.
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11am to 2pmHigh Line Halloween: Gnome-topia14th Street Passage (in The High Line), West Village, Manhattan
Welcome to Gnome-topia: Step into a magical world where the High Line’s plants are larger than life, and the whole family can channel their inner garden gnome through themed games and activities. Kids can play our Toad-In-The-Hole game or join the Red Hat – Green Hat relay race to win candy prizes.
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11am to 5pmFreeFall Harvest Festival at Brooklyn Botanic GardenBrooklyn Botanic Garden, Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Botanic Garden's festival has live music, a beer and cider garden, a cider press, pumpkin activities, lawn games, guided walks and a 3 PM costume parade led by Batala New York. Tickets are $38 for adults, $29 for member adults, $30 for seniors and $17 for ages 12 to 17, and free under 12,
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11:30am to 2:30pmJuniper Valley Park Fall FestivalMultipurpose Play Area (Hard Top) (in Juniper Valley Park), Middle Village, Queens
Join NYC Parks and Council Member Phil Wong for a day of fun Halloween activities including inflatables, crafts, games, music, pumpkin picking and more. All participants are encouraged to wear your Halloween Costumes!
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12pm to 3pmFreeHalloween Boo BashWhite Garden (in Randall's Island Park), Randall's Island, Manhattan
Celebrate Halloween park-style at the Randall’s Island Park Alliance’s free, family-friendly Halloween Boo Bash! Come in costume and celebrate Halloween with themed activities, crafts, music, treats, and more! We’ll dance to our favorite music, both spooky-themed and year-round hits, enjoy pastries
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12pm to 1pmDance FitnessBrooklyn Public Library - Bay Ridge, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Dance Fitness is a creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics. The goal is to improve cardio fitness while having fun and getting a full body workout! This class is taught to music with easy-to-follow steps that will surely get your heart pumping!
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12pm to 4pmWayanda Park Fall FestivalGrass Field (in Wayanda Park), Queens Village, Queens
Join us for a day of Fall Family Fun at Wayanda Park featuring activities including pumpkin decorating, arts & crafts, music, inflatables, a trackless train ride, animal education, games & more! Sponsored by Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams.
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12pm to 4pmFreeArts, Culture & Fun: Día de Muertos Celebration!Herbert Von King Cultural Arts Center (in Herbert Von King Park), Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn
Join NYC Parks for a vibrant celebration filled with dance, art, music, culture, and plenty of fun! Explore and experience the rich traditions of Mexican culture through exciting hands-on activities, colorful art, and festive entertainment. Then, enjoy a spectacular live performance by the Calpulli
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12pm to 8pmMusic Performances and Fitness Classes and Circus ArtsGreeley Square Plaza, Manhattan
A street event on a city permit, Greeley Square Plaza: Greeley Square (32/33 Broadway) Broadway between W. 32rd Street and W. 33rd Street. Listed from the city's permitted events; confirm the details with the organizer.
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1pm to 2pmSTRONG Nation®Dance Room (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), East Midtown, Manhattan
STRONG Nation® combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. Every squat, every lunge, every burpee is driven by the music, helping you make it to that last rep, and maybe even
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4pm to 8pmLa Plaza Cultural 50th Anniversary CelebrationLa Plaza Cultural, East Village, Manhattan
Join us at La Plaza Cultural to celebrate the garden's 50th Anniversary with music, film, and community.
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9pmThe Rocky Horror Picture Show Screening with The Flesh JunkiesSt. George Theatre, St. George, Staten Island
A screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a pre-show concert by The Flesh Junkies, a costume contest and a Time Warp dance before the 10 PM film. Doors open at 8:30 PM and tickets are $25, or $20 for St. George Theatre members, with a prop bag included while supplies last.
Sunday, October 25
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10:15am to 11:30amFreeRamblin' Dan Free Children's ConcertTime Out Market Union Square, Union Square, Manhattan
Children's musician Ramblin' Dan leads a 45-minute sing-along and movement show at Time Out Market Union Square, with show time at 10:30 AM. It is free, presented by the Union Square Partnership, and seating is first come, first served.
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11am to 12pmZumbaMulti-Use Room (in Williamsbridge Oval), Norwood, Bronx
Zumba is a fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic, fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy to follow dance steps.
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12pm to 3pmFreeShocktoberfestPlayground for All Children (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Flushing Meadows, Queens
Shocktoberfest is back in Flushing Meadows Corona Park! Join us for this free family-friendly Halloween festival in your favorite park. There will be: Pumpkin patch Bounce Houses Live music Face Painting Photo Booth and more! Whether you have a spooky costume or not, this will be a shockingly fun
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2pm to 5pmFreeJazz in the Park at Ralph EllisonRalph Ellison Plaza, Hamilton Heights, Manhattan
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, community jazz concerts featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists. Free.
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3pm to 4pmWayne Tucker and the Bad Mothas - Tribute to Marshal and Ernie RoyalOak Ridge (in Forest Park), Forest Park, Queens
Wayne Tucker is a New York-based trumpeter, vocalist, composer, and bandleader whose work blends jazz, soul, gospel, funk, R&B, and singer-songwriter traditions. He has performed and recorded with artists including Taylor Swift, Jay-Z, the Roots, Elvis Costello, and Jon Batiste while leading his
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