#1
Industry City, Sunset Park, BrooklynFriday · 2026-10-02 5:00pm
Sake Day Brooklyn
Sake Day Brooklyn has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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Friday Night in New York, Oct 2
Stumblday's hand-checked ranking of the best things to do in New York City on Friday night, Oct 2: 75 picks, refreshed weekly.
75 picks · checked Sep 7
75 picks
Industry City, Sunset Park, Brooklyn#1Friday · 2026-10-02 5:00pm · One Day Only
Industry City, Sunset Park, BrooklynSake Day Brooklyn
Sake Day Brooklyn has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#2
Van Cortlandt Park, BronxFriday · 2026-10-02 5:30pm
Starlight Cinema: Paddington 2
Starlight Cinema: Paddington 2 has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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#2Friday · 2026-10-02 5:30pm · One Day Only
Van Cortlandt Park, BronxStarlight Cinema: Paddington 2
Starlight Cinema: Paddington 2 has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#3
Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 6:00 pm
Recollections
Recollections has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
ArtLimited Run
#3Friday · 2026-10-02 6:00 pm · Limited Run
Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, ManhattanRecollections
Recollections has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#4
The Juilliard School, Lincoln Square, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 6:00 pm
Rush Hour Performance
Rush Hour Performance has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
ArtLimited Run
#4Friday · 2026-10-02 6:00 pm · Limited Run
The Juilliard School, Lincoln Square, ManhattanRush Hour Performance
Rush Hour Performance has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#5
New York City Ballet, Lincoln Square, Manhattan2026-10-04 3:00 pm
Contemporary Choreography I
Contemporary Choreography I has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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#52026-10-04 3:00 pm · One Weekend Only
New York City Ballet, Lincoln Square, ManhattanContemporary Choreography I
Contemporary Choreography I has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#6
Mercury Lounge, 217 East Houston St., ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 18:00:00
Lady Heroine, Nectarine Girl, Fruit Punch
Lady Heroine, Nectarine Girl, Fruit Punch has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#6Friday · 2026-10-02 18:00:00 · Limited Run
Mercury Lounge, 217 East Houston St., ManhattanLady Heroine, Nectarine Girl, Fruit Punch
Lady Heroine, Nectarine Girl, Fruit Punch has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#7
St. George Theatre, 35 Hyatt Street, Staten IslandFriday · 2026-10-02 18:00:00
Elmo's Got The Moves - Photo Experience
Elmo's Got The Moves - Photo Experience has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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#7Friday · 2026-10-02 18:00:00 · One Day Only
St. George Theatre, 35 Hyatt Street, Staten IslandElmo's Got The Moves - Photo Experience
Elmo's Got The Moves - Photo Experience has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#8
Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, 7th Ave & 32nd Street, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 21:00:00
Cristian Castro: Nada Solo Exitos Tour 2026
Cristian Castro: Nada Solo Exitos Tour 2026 has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#8Friday · 2026-10-02 21:00:00 · Limited Run
Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, 7th Ave & 32nd Street, ManhattanCristian Castro: Nada Solo Exitos Tour 2026
Cristian Castro: Nada Solo Exitos Tour 2026 has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#9
Sports Illustrated Stadium, 600 Cape May StreetFriday · 2026-10-02 20:00:00
Colombia vs. Paraguay
Colombia vs. Paraguay has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#9Friday · 2026-10-02 20:00:00 · Limited Run
Sports Illustrated Stadium, 600 Cape May StreetColombia vs. Paraguay
Colombia vs. Paraguay has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#10
Forest Hills Stadium, 1 Tennis Place, QueensFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Geese - Getting Killed Again Tour
Geese - Getting Killed Again Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#10Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Forest Hills Stadium, 1 Tennis Place, QueensGeese - Getting Killed Again Tour
Geese - Getting Killed Again Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#11
Mohegan Sun Arena, 1 Mohegan Sun BlvdFriday · 2026-10-02 20:00:00
Alanis Morissette
Alanis Morissette has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#11Friday · 2026-10-02 20:00:00 · Limited Run
Mohegan Sun Arena, 1 Mohegan Sun BlvdAlanis Morissette
Alanis Morissette has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#12
Barclays Center, 620 Atlantic Ave, BrooklynFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Teddy Swims: The Ugly Tour
Teddy Swims: The Ugly Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#12Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Barclays Center, 620 Atlantic Ave, BrooklynTeddy Swims: The Ugly Tour
Teddy Swims: The Ugly Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#13
Stone Pony Summer Stage, 913 Ocean AveFriday · 2026-10-02 18:30:00
Charley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour
Charley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#13Friday · 2026-10-02 18:30:00 · Limited Run
Stone Pony Summer Stage, 913 Ocean AveCharley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour
Charley Crockett - Age of the Ram Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#14
Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 West 46th Street, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Hamilton (NY)
Hamilton (NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#14Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 West 46th Street, ManhattanHamilton (NY)
Hamilton (NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#15
Lena Horne Theatre, 256 West 47th Street, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Six (New York, NY)
Six (New York, NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#15Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Lena Horne Theatre, 256 West 47th Street, ManhattanSix (New York, NY)
Six (New York, NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#16
Palace Theatre New York, 1564 Broadway, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
The Lost Boys
The Lost Boys has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#16Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Palace Theatre New York, 1564 Broadway, ManhattanThe Lost Boys
The Lost Boys has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#17
Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Wicked (NY)
Wicked (NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#17Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, ManhattanWicked (NY)
Wicked (NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#18
Minskoff Theatre, 200 West 45th Street, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
The Lion King (New York, NY)
The Lion King (New York, NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#18Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Minskoff Theatre, 200 West 45th Street, ManhattanThe Lion King (New York, NY)
The Lion King (New York, NY) has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#19
Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Avenue, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Mo Amer One Night Only at Radio City
Mo Amer One Night Only at Radio City has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#19Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Avenue, ManhattanMo Amer One Night Only at Radio City
Mo Amer One Night Only at Radio City has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#20
Orpheum Theatre NYC, 126 Second Ave., ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Slam Frank
Slam Frank has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#20Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Orpheum Theatre NYC, 126 Second Ave., ManhattanSlam Frank
Slam Frank has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#21
Bowery Ballroom, 6 Delancey St., ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
When Chai Met Toast: Joy of Little Things Tour
When Chai Met Toast: Joy of Little Things Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#21Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Bowery Ballroom, 6 Delancey St., ManhattanWhen Chai Met Toast: Joy of Little Things Tour
When Chai Met Toast: Joy of Little Things Tour has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#22
Warsaw, 261 Driggs Ave, BrooklynFriday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00
Ceremony
Ceremony has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Limited Run
#22Friday · 2026-10-02 19:00:00 · Limited Run
Warsaw, 261 Driggs Ave, BrooklynCeremony
Ceremony has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#23
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-03 7:30 pm
Catherine Russell and Friends with Special Guest Cyndi Lauper
Catherine Russell and Friends with Special Guest Cyndi Lauper has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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#23Friday · 2026-10-03 7:30 pm · One Day Only
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, ManhattanCatherine Russell and Friends with Special Guest Cyndi Lauper
Catherine Russell and Friends with Special Guest Cyndi Lauper has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
#24
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, ManhattanFriday · 2026-10-03 7:00 pm
Paula West
Paula West has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
ArtOne Day Only
#24Friday · 2026-10-03 7:00 pm · One Day Only
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Lincoln Square, ManhattanPaula West
Paula West has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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