#1
Arthur Ashe Stadium, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, QueensSunday afternoonTicketed
US Open Men's Singles Final
The men's title closes the US Open in Arthur Ashe Stadium on the final Sunday.
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Things to Do in NYC This Sunday Next Weekend, Sep 11–13, 2026
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Arthur Ashe Stadium, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens#1Sunday afternoon · One Day Only
Arthur Ashe Stadium, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, QueensTicketed
US Open Men's Singles Final
The men's title closes the US Open in Arthur Ashe Stadium on the final Sunday.
#2
Diversity Plaza, Jackson Heights, QueensSun, Sep 13 · 12–5 PM$15–$60 passport
Momo Crawl NYC
Diversity Plaza becomes NYC's biggest Himalayan food festival for one Sunday: 30+ vendors slinging $1 momos, live music and dance and a crawler-wide vote for the Momo Championship Belt.
1 MomosHimalayan food festOne day only
#2Sun, Sep 13 · 12–5 PM · One Day Only
Diversity Plaza, Jackson Heights, Queens$15–$60 passport
Momo Crawl NYC
Diversity Plaza becomes NYC's biggest Himalayan food festival for one Sunday: 30+ vendors slinging $1 momos, live music and dance and a crawler-wide vote for the Momo Championship Belt.
#3
Carl Schurz Park, Yorkville, Upper East Side, ManhattanSaturday · Sat–Sun, September 12–13, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM (rain or shine)Free to attend
Gracie Square Art Show
The Carl Schurz Park Conservancy's 51st annual juried art show brings 100+ painters, photographers and sculptors to the East River waterfront, with free kids' art workshops both mornings.
FreeArt fairFamily-friendly
#3Saturday · Sat–Sun, September 12–13, 2026, 10 AM–5 PM (rain or shine) · One Weekend Only
Carl Schurz Park, Yorkville, Upper East Side, ManhattanFree to attend
Gracie Square Art Show
The Carl Schurz Park Conservancy's 51st annual juried art show brings 100+ painters, photographers and sculptors to the East River waterfront, with free kids' art workshops both mornings.
#4
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, QueensSaturday-Sunday, September 12-13, 2026 · gates 11 AM; Zedd Afterparty Sat, gates 8 PM, show 9 PMTicketed — Fan Fest grounds p…
US Open Finals Fan Fest + Finals Afterparty featuring Zedd
Finals weekend on the US Open grounds without a stadium seat: two days of watch parties on the big screens in Louis Armstrong Stadium and Fountain Plaza — plus Zedd turning Armstrong into a dancefloor Saturday.
US Open finalsWatch partyZedd
#4Saturday-Sunday, September 12-13, 2026 · gates 11 AM; Zedd Afterparty Sat, gates 8 PM, show 9 PM · One Weekend Only
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, QueensTicketed — Fan Fest grounds p…
US Open Finals Fan Fest + Finals Afterparty featuring Zedd
Finals weekend on the US Open grounds without a stadium seat: two days of watch parties on the big screens in Louis Armstrong Stadium and Fountain Plaza — plus Zedd turning Armstrong into a dancefloor Saturday.
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#5
SummerStage, Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, ManhattanSun Sep 13, 8pmTicketed (benefit show)
Young Thug: The New Generation Tour
Young Thug headlines Central Park's Rumsey Playfield with NAV — a rare open-air, arena-scale rap bill inside the park, closing the SummerStage season.
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#5Sun Sep 13, 8pm · One Day Only
SummerStage, Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, ManhattanTicketed (benefit show)
Young Thug: The New Generation Tour
Young Thug headlines Central Park's Rumsey Playfield with NAV — a rare open-air, arena-scale rap bill inside the park, closing the SummerStage season.
#6
Industry City, Sunset Park, BrooklynSunday 3pm–6pmFree
Shakedown Citi Plays Music of Grateful Dead
A free afternoon of Grateful Dead covers draws jam-band fans to Industry City's industrial-cool venue for Sunday sessions.
FreePopupIndustry City
#6Sunday 3pm–6pm · One Day Only
Industry City, Sunset Park, BrooklynFree
Shakedown Citi Plays Music of Grateful Dead
A free afternoon of Grateful Dead covers draws jam-band fans to Industry City's industrial-cool venue for Sunday sessions.
#7
The Seaport, Seaport, ManhattanSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Afrofuture at The Rooftop at Pier 17
Rooftop vibes meet Afrofuture aesthetics with music and art overlooking the water.
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#7SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 · One Day Only
The Seaport, Seaport, ManhattanAfrofuture at The Rooftop at Pier 17
Rooftop vibes meet Afrofuture aesthetics with music and art overlooking the water.
#8
59th St between 5th & 7th Ave, BrooklynSunday 2:30pm–6pmFree
Mexican Independence Day Parade_Sunset Park
Music, floats and celebratory crowds fill Brooklyn's streets for this vibrant Independence Day procession.
FreeParadeBrooklyn
#8Sunday 2:30pm–6pm · One Day Only
59th St between 5th & 7th Ave, BrooklynFree
Mexican Independence Day Parade_Sunset Park
Music, floats and celebratory crowds fill Brooklyn's streets for this vibrant Independence Day procession.
#9
Madison Square Garden, Midtown, ManhattanSunday eveningTicketed
Bryson Tiller with Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign and Austin Millz
Bryson Tiller plays Madison Square Garden on the Sunday of US Open finals weekend.
MusicManhattan
#9Sunday evening · One Day Only
Madison Square Garden, Midtown, ManhattanTicketed
Bryson Tiller with Majid Jordan, Ty Dolla $ign and Austin Millz
Bryson Tiller plays Madison Square Garden on the Sunday of US Open finals weekend.
#10
UBS Arena, Belmont Park (Elmont), QueensSun, Sep 13, 2026 · 7:00 PMTicketed
Chayanne – Bailemos Otra Vez Tour
The Puerto Rican pop icon brings his Bailemos Otra Vez arena tour to UBS Arena for one Sunday night.
Latin popArena show
#10Sun, Sep 13, 2026 · 7:00 PM · Limited Run
UBS Arena, Belmont Park (Elmont), QueensTicketed
Chayanne – Bailemos Otra Vez Tour
The Puerto Rican pop icon brings his Bailemos Otra Vez arena tour to UBS Arena for one Sunday night.
#11
Seaport Square and Pier 17, Seaport, ManhattanFinal weekend - through Sunday, Sep 13Free to visit
Seaport Racquet Club
A full-size tennis court lands in Seaport Square, with a Honey Deuce bar on the Heineken Riverdeck and an 18-foot screen at Sadie's Garden.
FreePop-UpTennis
#11Final weekend - through Sunday, Sep 13 · Limited Run
Seaport Square and Pier 17, Seaport, ManhattanFree to visit
Seaport Racquet Club
A full-size tennis court lands in Seaport Square, with a Honey Deuce bar on the Heineken Riverdeck and an 18-foot screen at Sadie's Garden.
#12
Ralph Ellison Plaza, Hamilton Heights, ManhattanSunday, September 13 - 2:00-5:00 p.m.Free
Jazz in the Park at Ralph Ellison
A free three-hour community jazz session on the riverside plaza at 150th Street, with a rotating cast of local players. Come and go as you like.
FreeLive jazzOutdoors
#12Sunday, September 13 - 2:00-5:00 p.m. · One Day Only
Ralph Ellison Plaza, Hamilton Heights, ManhattanFree
Jazz in the Park at Ralph Ellison
A free three-hour community jazz session on the riverside plaza at 150th Street, with a rotating cast of local players. Come and go as you like.
#13
Washington Square Park: Garibaldi Plaza, ManhattanSunday 3pm–6pmFree
Let There Be House
Dance under Washington Square's trees as a DJ spins house music into the evening.
FreeManhattan
#13Sunday 3pm–6pm · One Day Only
Washington Square Park: Garibaldi Plaza, ManhattanFree
Let There Be House
Dance under Washington Square's trees as a DJ spins house music into the evening.
#14
Wolfe's Pond Park: BBQ Area 2, Staten IslandSunday 1pm–5pmFree
Off The Streets Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
Off The Streets volunteers gather at Wolfe's Pond for an afternoon of thanks and community.
FreeStaten Island
#14Sunday 1pm–5pm · Recurring Weekly
Wolfe's Pond Park: BBQ Area 2, Staten IslandFree
Off The Streets Volunteer Appreciation Picnic
Off The Streets volunteers gather at Wolfe's Pond for an afternoon of thanks and community.
#15
Kissena Park: Kissena Park, QueensSunday 2pm–3pmFree
Beginner Bug Catching
Beginners explore the small creatures thriving in Queens—perfect for curious kids.
FreeQueens
#15Sunday 2pm–3pm · One Day Only
Kissena Park: Kissena Park, QueensFree
Beginner Bug Catching
Beginners explore the small creatures thriving in Queens—perfect for curious kids.
#16
Bryant Park: Fountain Terrace, ManhattanSunday 7am–6pmFree
Chess Tournaments
Play or watch chess on Bryant Park's Fountain Terrace — open-air tournament play in the heart of Midtown all day.
FreeManhattan
#16Sunday 7am–6pm · One Day Only
Bryant Park: Fountain Terrace, ManhattanFree
Chess Tournaments
Play or watch chess on Bryant Park's Fountain Terrace — open-air tournament play in the heart of Midtown all day.
#17
Brower Park (PS 289 - Playground Only): Lawn Area, BrooklynSunday 4pm–11pmFree
September Roll in Movie
An evening movie screening rolls into Brower Park as summer winds down night.
FreeBrooklyn
#17Sunday 4pm–11pm · One Day Only
Brower Park (PS 289 - Playground Only): Lawn Area, BrooklynFree
September Roll in Movie
An evening movie screening rolls into Brower Park as summer winds down night.
#18
Prospect Park: Grecian Shelter/Peristyle Lawn West, BrooklynSunday 11am–3pmFree
Brooklyn Choir Project casual hangout
Drop by to sing and socialize with Brooklyn's casual choral community.
FreeBrooklyn
#18Sunday 11am–3pm · One Day Only
Prospect Park: Grecian Shelter/Peristyle Lawn West, BrooklynFree
Brooklyn Choir Project casual hangout
Drop by to sing and socialize with Brooklyn's casual choral community.
#19
East River Waterfront Esplanade: Pier 15 Lower Level, ManhattanSunday 10am–11:30amFree
Bird Walk with NYC Bird Alliance
Spot migratory birds and waterfront wildlife with expert guides along the East River.
FreeManhattan
#19Sunday 10am–11:30am · One Day Only
East River Waterfront Esplanade: Pier 15 Lower Level, ManhattanFree
Bird Walk with NYC Bird Alliance
Spot migratory birds and waterfront wildlife with expert guides along the East River.
#20
Inwood Hill Park: Pat's Lawn, ManhattanSunday 12pm–4pmFree
Uptown Kid Lit 2026
Inwood celebrates children's literature with storytelling, readings and kid-friendly activities.
FreeManhattan
#20Sunday 12pm–4pm · One Day Only
Inwood Hill Park: Pat's Lawn, ManhattanFree
Uptown Kid Lit 2026
Inwood celebrates children's literature with storytelling, readings and kid-friendly activities.
#21
Maria Hernandez Park: Central Plaza/Performance Area, BrooklynSunday 2pm–6pmFree
Goodbye Summer Hello Fall
Mark the seasonal shift with live performances and celebration in Maria Hernandez Park.
FreeBrooklyn
#21Sunday 2pm–6pm · One Day Only
Maria Hernandez Park: Central Plaza/Performance Area, BrooklynFree
Goodbye Summer Hello Fall
Mark the seasonal shift with live performances and celebration in Maria Hernandez Park.
#22
Prospect Park: Drummer's Grove, BrooklynSun, Sep 27, 11:00 AM to Sun, Sep 27, 8:00 PM
Congo Square Drummers Circle
A decades-old Sunday drum circle fills Prospect Park's Drummer's Grove with polyrhythms, dancing and open community.
BrooklynLimited Run
#22Sun, Sep 27, 11:00 AM to Sun, Sep 27, 8:00 PM · Limited Run
Prospect Park: Drummer's Grove, BrooklynCongo Square Drummers Circle
A decades-old Sunday drum circle fills Prospect Park's Drummer's Grove with polyrhythms, dancing and open community.
#23
Fort Greene Park: Lawn Between Hospital and Tennis Courts, BrooklynSunday 12pm–4pmFree
SOB Orchestra - Park Performance
A full afternoon of live orchestral music unfolds on the Fort Greene Park lawn.
FreeBrooklyn
#23Sunday 12pm–4pm · One Day Only
Fort Greene Park: Lawn Between Hospital and Tennis Courts, BrooklynFree
SOB Orchestra - Park Performance
A full afternoon of live orchestral music unfolds on the Fort Greene Park lawn.
#24
Prospect Park: Drummer's Grove Market Place, BrooklynSun, Sep 27, 11:00 AM to Sun, Sep 27, 8:00 PM
Congo Square Vendor's Market
Vendors ring Prospect Park's Drummer's Grove while the drum circle runs — West African crafts, oils, food and fifty years of Brooklyn tradition.
BrooklynLimited Run
#24Sun, Sep 27, 11:00 AM to Sun, Sep 27, 8:00 PM · Limited Run
Prospect Park: Drummer's Grove Market Place, BrooklynCongo Square Vendor's Market
Vendors ring Prospect Park's Drummer's Grove while the drum circle runs — West African crafts, oils, food and fifty years of Brooklyn tradition.
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