Best Things To Do in New York City This Week (August 4 – 10)
New York City doesn’t slow down in August; in fact, it heats up. From outdoor movie nights and rooftop parties to standout art shows and cultural pop-ups, the city is buzzing with things to do. Whether you’re planning your weekend or just looking to get out of the apartment, this guide brings together some of the best things to do in New York City this August.
Things to Do in NYC This August
The Ultimate Set‑Up: Improv Dating Game
Watch comedians play matchmaker in The Ultimate Set-Up, an improvised dating game where audience members help decide who’s a match. Singles and spectators alike are in for laughs, surprises, free drinks, and maybe even a spark or two.
Website: https://www.caveat.nyc/events/the-ultimate-set-up-an-improvised-dating-game–8-4-2025
Date: August 4
Where: Caveat
Price: $15-$20
Outdoor Line Dancing
Head to a public park for an out line dance session with friendly instruction for all ability levels. No partner required, just music, movement, and an energetic vibe.
Website: https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2025/08/04/line-dancing
Date: August 4
Where: Betsy Head Park
Price: Free
Salsa Groove
Join a dance class and casual happy hour focused on salsa rhythms and social dancing. You’ll sip drinks, learn moves, and meet new people in an upbeat setting.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/salsa-groove-dance-class-happy-hour-tickets-1489617930329
Date: August 8
Where: SOB’s
Price: Free with RSVP
Intrepid Summer Beer Wine and Spirits Fest
Sip, sample, and celebrate at the Intrepid Museum’s Summer Tasting Fest on Friday, August 8, featuring over 100 wines, brews, and spirits. Enjoy drinks, live entertainment, games, and food from local vendors.
Website: https://www.beerwinespiritsfest.com/intrepid
Date: August 8
Where: Intrepid Museum, W 46th St, Manhattan
Price: Starting at $18.65
Second Sundays
Pioneer Works opens its warehouse in Brooklyn for live music, workshops, and food vendors. This weekly art and community session welcomes all ages.
Website: https://pioneerworks.org/programs/second-sundays-august-2025
Date: August 10
Where: 159 Pioneer St, Brooklyn
Price: Free with RSVP
Black VegFest 2025
An open wellness and plant-based festival spotlighting vegan cooking, wellness workshops, live DJs, and street vendors celebrating Black culture.
Website: https://blackvegfest.org
Date: August 9
Where: Lincoln Terrace Park
Price: Free
First Annual Pie Tasting Festival
Brooklyn bakeries showcase sweet and savory pies with samples across categories like fruit, cream, and vegan. Attendees taste and vote in a friendly competition.
Website: https://www.jofirestone.com/calendar/2025/8/10/the-first-annual-pie-tasting-festival-littlefield
Date: August 10
Address: Littlefield, Brooklyn
Price: Tickets starting at $19.48
Bark Barbecue Rooftop Takeover
A BBQ takeover event with smoked meats, sides, vegan options, cocktails, and skyline access at Time Out Market. A relaxed setting for food lovers.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/bark_barbecue
Date: August 9
Address: Time Out Market, Brooklyn
Price: Free with RSVP + paid tiers
The Big Summer Fix Party
Korean K9 Rescue invites pet lovers to an outdoor event complete with adoptable dogs, pet vendors, food, games, and music. A fun community afternoon.
Website: https://www.koreank9rescue.org/events/the-big-fix-summer-party-august-10th
Date: August 10
Address: Wild East Brewing Co
Price: General admission $40
Field Day Picnic
Join a wellness picnic with lawn games, prizes, and snacks for a relaxed afternoon of play.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/healchill-field-day-tickets-1415507403749
Date: August 6
Address: Forest Park
Price: Tickets starting at $12.51
Stevie Nicks at Barclays Center
Hear Stevie Nicks perform live on August 8, mixing Fleetwood Mac hits with solo work in a large Brooklyn arena setting.
Website: https://www.barclayscenter.com/events/detail/stevie-nicks-2025
Date: August 8
Address: Barclays Center, Brooklyn
Price: Tickets starting at $161
SummerStage: Ballet Hispánico
Ballet Hispánico brings powerful energy and cultural depth to the stage with a performance that celebrates the diverse voices of the Latino diaspora.
Website: https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/ballet-hispanico
Date: August 7
Address: Rumsey Playfield, Manhattan
Price: Free
Fireworks at Deno’s Wonder Wheel
One of the best things to do in New York City this August is watch free Friday night fireworks over the boardwalk with a beachside view.
Website: https://www.denoswonderwheel.com/fireworks
Date: Every Friday, ends August 29
Address: Deno’s Wonder Wheel on the Boardwalk
Price: Free
Broadway: Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club
Step into the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre for a bold new revival of Cabaret, starring Billy Porter and Marisha Wallace. Running through October 19, this reimagined Broadway production transforms the theater into a sultry, immersive world where music, misfits, and freedom take center stage.
Website: https://kitkat.club/cabaret-broadway
Date: Ends October 19
Address: Kit Kat Club, August Wilson Theatre
Price: Tickets starting at $68
Summer for the City: Silent City
Silent City reunites Iranian musician Kayhan Kalhor with string quartet Brooklyn Rider for an evening of rich, cross-cultural collaboration. This special performance blends ancient and contemporary sounds, honoring decades of friendship and musical dialogue.
Website: https://www.lincolncenter.org/series/summer-for-the-city/silent-city-329
Date: August 8
Address: Alice Tully Hall
Price: Choose what you pay
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival
Traditional dragon boat races on Willow Lake within Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, paired with vendor booths and live music for spectators.
Website: Festival overview
Date: August 9–10
Address: Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, Queens
Price: Free
With so much happening across the boroughs, planning your agenda can feel like a marathon. Keep this roundup bookmarked, share it with friends, and check back for more fresh picks of the best things to do in New York City. Keep up with NYC events and check out, Chappell Roan Announces 4 Pop-Up Concerts in NYC.
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