The three things you need to know today in New York: Fri August 25

1. It’s the first night of the Summer HD Festival at the Metropolitan Opera. You can see free outdoor screenings of the best operas right in the middle of Lincoln Center.

2. Catch Kendrick Lamar at Prudential Center tonight, or just download his amazing fourth album, DAMN.

3. Spend the rest of the summer eating cold noodle dishes in NYC. Our favorite spots include Chinese Tuxedo and Little Tong Noodle Shop.

For more events, check in with Time Out throughout the day.