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Fri 19
Emerging Music Festival Bryant Park; 5pm; free
Check out New York’s new crop of musicians from celestial harp player Mikaela Davis and folk star Odetta Hartman as they deliver their best sets ever. Try your hand at lawn games, then grab some booze and bites from local food vendors.
Movies R Dumb Q.E.D.; 11pm; $10
Astoria's own version of Mystery Science Theater 3000 invites you to grab a drink and witness a truly terrible movie, aided by the droll commentary of merciless comedians. Keith Malley, Chemda Hennessy, Myka Fox and FreddyG are entrusted with ripping apart 1983's Richard Pryor–co-starring bomb, Superman III.
Love Muscle: Pre Playa Art Extravaganza House of Yes; 9pm; $15, free before 11pm with R.S.V.P.
The Bushwick nightlife haven ramps up to Burning Man with a dance party featuring interactive art installations and aerial shows, including a performance of the venue's new production, "Ketamine: The Musical."
Sat 20
Str8 West Coastin’ Project Parlor; 2pm; free
Looking for a California-backyard-party vibe, complete with carne asada and élotes on the grill? Well, then head to Str8 West Coastin’, where you’ll find expert selectors Still Life, Eleven, Dopeshoes and Destrukt playing only West Coast tuneage from the likes of Dre, Snoop, Cube, E-40 and Too Short. Snag top-notch swag like W-shaped foam hands (for Westsiiiiide), Tupac beer coozies, temporary tattoos while munching on some finger-lickin' Colombian BBQ. Bonus: Complementary rum punch will be served from 2–4pm, or until the last drop is gone. The secret party is totally free, but make sure to R.S.V.P. in advance.
Summer Streets Between Lafayette St and Park Ave from the Brooklyn Bridge to E 72nd St; 7am; free
Why stay home with your window unit when you can make Manhattan your own personal playground? It’s your last chance of the summer to run wild on closed-down and souped-up avenues, compliments of the city, so pack the sunscreen and snacks and get ready for cycling, running, soccer and water-sliding in the middle of the street. If you don’t want to exert yourself too much, you can check out pop-up theater and interactive art along the way.
Madonnathon Brooklyn Bowl; 8pm; $15
You don’t need diamond rings or 18-carat gold to rule at this party for the Queen of Pop’s birthday. Bands and DJs cover your favorite classics, including “Like a Prayer” and “Into the Groove,” and you get show off your finest lace looks. If you sweat through your Desperately Seeking Susan eyeliner, hit up the Madonna makeover booth.
Party Like It’s 1999: Bonus Summer Edition The Bell House; 10pm; free
If you missed this bumpin’ bash on the first Saturday of August, the Bell House is giving you another chance to rage to Aqua, Garbage, TLC and beyond. Brooklyn’s DJ Steve spins your favorite rock, pop, R&B, hip-hop and dance tunes from the decade, so lace up your Dr. Martens, put on a backward cap, and tie your dad’s oversize flannel around your waist to look the part while you shake your rump like it’s, well, 1999.
Full Moon Festival Governors Club on Governors Island; 2pm; $50–$5,5000
Howl at the full moon during this two-day beach-side music festival on Governors Island. There will be live music from stellar acts such as Santigold, Pusha T, Dave Harrington and Allah-Las, plus art installations and delicious culinary grub. Note: This event takes place at Governors Club on Governors Island.
Full Moon parties The Knickerbocker; 9pm; free
The five-star Knickerbocker Hotel hosts this roaring shindig on its rooftop bar St. Cloud, and much like traditional Full Moon parties held on the beach, this bash is complete with live entertainment, guest DJs, a theme with appropriate décor to match, exclusive cocktails and a special moonlit surprise. After ogling the spectacular sight of Times Square—totally safe from all the dodgy Elmos wandering down below—you won’t even miss the ocean view.
The Boy Next Door + Drinking Game Syndicated; 11:59pm; $10
Catch a boozy late-night screening of this 2015 thriller in which J Lo enages in an illicit affair with a teenage psychopath. The $10 ticket price includes a Narragansett tall can—or should we say tall boy?
Sun 21
Morbid Anatomy Flea Market The Bell House; noon; $1
Collect rare books and antiques, eerily cute taxidermy and repurposed skulls at this bustling fair full of morbid curiosities. The Morbid Anatomy Museum has culled together some of its favorite artists to bring you jewelry and decor from beyond the grave. Just make sure it's dead before you wear it.
India Day Parade Madison Avenue from 38th to 28th Sts; noon; free
This cultural procession down Madison Avenue to Madison Square Park is one of the city's most colorful, with saffron, white and green floats, sari-draped dancers, Bollywood stars, local politicians, and dozens of musicians playing sitars and tablas. Along the way you'll find vendors serving dosas, samosas and regional Indian dishes. The Parade runs down Madison Avenue from 38th Street to 23rd Street; the festival is on Madison between 24th and 26th Streets. All ages.
Central Park Conservancy Film Festival Marcus Garvey Park Amphitheater; 6:30pm; free
We love outdoor movies—especially in Central Park. The weeklong festival kicks off with a School of Rock screening, so do your best air-guitar move while you watch under the stars. Check Central Park's website for the other flicks on the lineup.
Astrology 101 Q.E.D.; 1pm; $25
Uncover cosmic truths about your essential nature at this crash course in constellations, star charts and horoscopes.
“Jews Aren’t Funny” Museum of Jewish Heritage; noon; free
Historian Eddy Portnoy examines the history of humor in the traditions, culture and art of the Jewish community.