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 Aug. 16-18.
Friday, Aug. 23: Gundams!
The 2024 Gundam Base Mobile Tour: Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America Returns to the road with a special Gundam Base Mobile USA Tour offering Gundam fans of all ages the ultimate GUNPLA experience. Attendees will immerse themselves with a hands-on GUNPLA workshops where they can build the iconic RX-78-2 Gundam, grab exclusive model kits and more. Times Square (on 7th Ave between 46th and 47th St), Manhattan. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Free.
Destination Cosmos: The Immersive Space Experience: Prepare for an unforgettable journey through the cosmos with “Destination Cosmos: The Immersive Space Experience” at Hall des Lumières! Featuring stunning NASA imagery, this awe-inspiring adventure will transport you from the launch pad to the far reaches of the universe. Hall des Lumières, 49 Chambers St., Manhattan. 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tickets start at $30 for adults, $17 for youth ages 5-16; free for children under 5.
Saturday, Aug. 24: Street fair fun!
Feast of Santa Rosalia: The 2024 Feast of Santa Rosalia, the “18th Avenue Feast” celebrates its 50th year held in honor of St. Rosalia, the patron saint of Palermo, and features a huge variety of delicious food and treats, carnival rides and games for all ages, live music and entertainment every night, and fun for the entire family! 18th Ave – between 68th St and 75th St/Bay Ridge Parkway, Brooklyn. All day. Free admission.
KoKo NYC South Slope Derby: KoKo NYC presents the 17th annual South Slope Derby, a celebration of creativity and innovation! In the South Slope Derby, the kids put their creations to the test in a race down 17th Street in South Slope, Brooklyn. 17th Street between 5th Ave. and 6th Ave., Brooklyn. 12 – 3 p.m. Free.
Sunday, Aug. 25: Glitz and Giggles!
Alyssa Edwards: Glitz and Giggles: Alyssa Edwards stars in Glitz and Giggles! Join RuPaul’s Drag Race’s + RuPaul’s Drag Race: All Stars icon Alyssa Edwards for an evening of sickening looks, laughs, and fun. The Brooklyn Monarch, 23 Meadow St., Brooklyn. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. $50-$100.
Walking Tour: “All-of-a-Kind Family”: Take the kids on a trip to the literary Lower East Side! Follow in the footsteps of Ella, Henny, Sarah, Charlotte, and Gertie, the beloved sisters depicted in Sydney Taylor’s children’s classic All-of-a-Kind Family. Museum at Eldridge Street, 12 Eldridge St., Manhattan. 10:30 a.m. Adults $15 Seniors, Students $12, Children 5-17 $10, Children Under 5 free.
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.
