Featured Events in New York in April, 2025 (July Updated)

This artwork is featured on the building facade on Gansevoort Street across from the Whitney and the High Line. Four Ways of Being is a newly commissioned work by Amy Sherald (b. 1973, Columbus, Georgia; lives and works in the New York City area). The artwork is comprised of four portraits by the artist—some never before seen in New York—and explores the intersection of past, present, and future. Each painting captures a distinct way of existing in the world. Here, she reimagines her subjects from diverse backgrounds and generations coexisting in a shared moment, inviting the viewer to contemplate the fluidity of time and the complex ways our histories shape our understanding of ourselves.

This spring, MoMA PS1 presents a retrospective of artist, activist, and musician Alanis Obomsawin (Abenaki, b. 1932), one of Canada’s most renowned filmmakers. Opening March 27, the exhibition spans six decades of her multidisciplinary practice, bringing together a selection of films, sculptures, and sound, as well as rarely seen ephemera that sheds light on their production. Tracing her lasting contributions to social change, The Children Have to Hear Another Story brings Obomsawin’s innovative model of Indigenous cinema into focus.

The first US solo museum exhibition of New York City-based artist Julien Ceccaldi (French/Canadian, b. 1987) features a newly commissioned large-scale painting that transforms the first-floor MoMA PS1 galleries at an architectural scale, casting visitors into a distorted episode drawn from the experience of everyday digital subjugation and hyperconsumerism. Ceccaldi exploits techniques common to both the animation studio and the Italian Renaissance, including trompe l’oeil, overlay, and freeze frame.

Smorgasburg, called the "Woodstock of food" by The New York Times, is the largest weekly open-air food market in the United States, welcoming more than two million visitors annually to markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Miami. Past Smorgasburg expansions have included season-long markets in Jersey City, New Jersey; Toronto, Ontario; Kingston, New York; and Washington, D.C.; frequent pop-up locations in Osaka, Japan, and Sao Paulo, Brazil; and more. In New York, Smorgasburg hosts the popular Celebrate Brooklyn! live performance series in Prospect Park each season, and partners with numerous other cultural institutions and brands to activate its unique food festival experience.

“The full-of-riches new musical brings the classic record to life.” – The New York Times Step into the heart of Cuba, beyond the glitz of the Tropicana, to a place where blazing trumpets and sizzling guitars set the dance floor on fire. Here, the real sound of Havana is born—and one woman discovers the music that will change her life forever. Inspired by true events, the new Broadway musical Buena Vista Social Club ™ brings the Grammy® Award-winning album to thrilling life—and tells the story of the legends who lived it. A world-class Afro-Cuban band joins a sensational cast of musicians, actors, and dancers from around the world for an authentic experience unlike any you’ve seen or heard before. Don’t miss this unforgettable tale of big dreams, second chances, and the power of art to help us survive. “Give yourself over to Buena Vista Social Club .”

A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical is a stage show celebrating the life and music of the legendary singer-songwriter Neil Diamond. The musical takes the audience on a journey through Diamond's life, from his early days as a struggling songwriter to his rise to fame in the 1960s and beyond. Along the way, the show explores the stories behind some of Diamond's most beloved songs and the moments that inspired them.

Mary Heilmann (b. 1940; San Francisco) once said that "museums are places to hang out," and this exhibition embodies that spirit, inviting social connection and engagement with the Whitney's architecture, the Hudson River, and the surrounding cityscape. The immersive environment includes a hand-painted enlargement of Heilmann's 2020 painting Long Line, as well as a variety of sculptural chairs related to furniture she has displayed in galleries and homes. The influence of 1960s counterculture and geometric Minimalism are reflected in Heilmann's decades-long approach to abstraction, one centered on exuberant color and unorthodox form. Long Line was influenced by the artist's experience watching waves off the coasts of Long Island and California—here it creates a visual rhyme with the Hudson River

"I see New York City as a great big sculpture," Louise Nevelson once remarked. Born in Pereiaslav, Ukraine, Nevelson (1899–1988) lived and worked in Manhattan from the 1920s through the 1980s. Known for her bold monochrome assemblages of stacked and composed found objects, Nevelson was captivated by the city's ever-changing skyline and saw creative potential in discarded materials that she scavenged throughout its streets at night. By painting these sculptures a single color (black), she cloaked the specific, identifying details of disparate objects such as duck decoys, lettuce crates, and pieces of rebar, transforming them into abstract shapes. Collection View: Louise Nevelson reimagines the relationship between Nevelson's work and New York, highlighting the dynamic interplay she sought to suggest in her work between motion and stillness, light and shadow, dawn and dusk.

A dazzling showcase of more than 60 jewelry creations that celebrates our enduring fascination with the cosmos. For millennia, people have been moved by the grandeur of space to explore the workings of our universe—and to create captivating works of art. From the early astronomical observations of Galileo to iconic space missions such as Apollo 11, along with new findings made possible by cutting-edge tools like the James Webb Space Telescope, discoveries about the universe have influenced and inspired artistic expression. A stunning assemblage of astronomically inspired jewelry is the focus of the new exhibition Cosmic Splendor: Jewelry from the Collections of Van Cleef & Arpels.

Este quarto parece uma República! [This Bedroom Looks Like a Republic!] marks the first museum exhibition of interdisciplinary artist Sandra Poulson (Angolan, b. 1995). Featuring an installation of new assemblage works, the exhibition includes sculptures made from furniture and garments, reflecting on the abstraction of nation-building within the domestic sphere. Poulson’s practice takes an archaeological approach to Angolan symbols, codes, and cultural objects to untangle histories, oral traditions, and geopolitics. Seen together, her works shed new light on the transnational circulation of images and material culture in the wake of the Angolan Civil War.

The Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT) opened New York City’s original underground subway line in October 1904. While the city was one of the most diverse in the country, before the introduction of the subway, most New Yorkers were not in regular contact with people outside their own neighborhoods. Initially extending from the Bronx to Lower Manhattan (with service to Brooklyn beginning in 1908) and forming part of the wider transit system, the convenient and affordable IRT encouraged riders to travel beyond their communities for both work and leisure. In order to entice people to regularly use the subway, the IRT printed two in-car poster campaigns, The Elevated Express and The Subway Sun, that highlighted each borough’s unique attractions. Of these, The Subway Sun was especially successful.

Anita Shapolsky Gallery, renowned for its dedication to Abstract Expressionism, presents “A Dialogue Between Ernest Briggs and Peter Bonner.” This exhibition brings together two generations of abstraction, juxtaposing the bold, gestural work of Ernest Briggs with the introspective, process-driven paintings of Peter Bonner. A key figure in the second generation of Abstract Expressionism, Briggs embodied the movement’s raw energy and spontaneity, using vigorous brushwork to express emotion and the rugged intensity of human nature. In contrast, Bonner explores perception, identity, and memory through layered compositions that invite contemplation beyond the surface.

As our lives become increasingly shaped by the glut of garbage and information, The Gatherers brings into focus current artistic practices grappling with global waste and excess. Featuring fourteen international artists—many showing for the first time in a US museum—the exhibition includes sculptural installation, assemblage, painting, video, and performance. While artists have rummaged for centuries, the exhibition underscores how retooling detritus has new meaning for a generation contending with the impacts of recent world orders, such as the ongoing fallouts and failures of globalization and neoliberalism. Artists in The Gatherers render politics as spatialized in the built environment, drawing attention to how histories reverberate into the future.

The Brooklyn Nets, established in 1967 and based in Brooklyn, New York, USA, play their home games at Barclays Center. The Nets have reached the NBA Finals twice but have not won a championship. Current key players include Cam Thomas and Cameron Johnson. The Toronto Raptors, established in 1995 and based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, play their home games at Scotiabank Arena. The Raptors won the NBA Championship in 2019. Current key players include RJ Barrett and Scottie Barnes.

Gagosian presents Picasso: Tête-à-tête, in partnership with the artist’s daughter Paloma Picasso. Offering a unique opportunity to view over fifty rarely seen paintings, sculptures, and drawings from the full span of the artist’s career—1896 to 1972—the exhibition includes nearly a dozen works that are being exhibited publicly for the very first time and others that have not been shown for decades. Drawn largely from Picasso’s estate, Picasso: Tête-à-tête is the final exhibition to be held at Gagosian’s flagship 980 Madison Avenue gallery.

VIP Access to ArtExpo New York – Support Artists & Celebrate Creativity only at EastWest Artistry NYC! Eastwest Artistry NYC is thrilled to partner with Path to Art Project Organization at ArtExpo New York, Booth 602! As part of our commitment to empowering artists and giving back to the community, we are offering free VIP Opening Night Tickets to our supporters who sign up through our platform, We will send tickets via email! or visit their website for event details: https://www.instagram.com/pathtoart_ny/ Join us for an exclusive experience at one of the world’s largest international art fairs, where you can explore breathtaking exhibitions, connect with artists, and immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene. This is a fantastic opportunity for creatives, collectors, and art lovers to network and celebrate artistic expression. 🔹 Date: April 3rd- 6th 🔹 Location: ArtExpo New York, pier 36 NYC. 🔹 Exclusive Perk: VIP/ Entrance to Opening Night 🎟 Sign up now to claim your VIP/Entrance ticket and be part of this inspiring event! Let’s continue to support artists, foster creativity, and build a thriving art community together! Information Source: EastWest Artistry NYC | eventbrite

Experience the glamour and excitement of the Roaring 20's at the upcoming party in New York City. Hosted at the iconic Bowery Ballroom located at 6 Delancey St., NY, 10002, this event is set to take place on April 11, 2025. Step back in time to the era of flappers, jazz music, and prohibition as you dance the night away in this historic venue. Don your best 1920's-inspired attire and get ready for a night filled with nostalgia and fun. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture of the Roaring 20's.

Please join us for a casual evening of joy, music, inclusion, and community as we celebrate together as a theatre industry. This family-friendly evening is designed to give members of the theatrical industry an opportunity to come together to celebrate Passover on a night when most shows do not otherwise have performances. Regardless of your background, this event is designed to be a celebration of culture and joy. This special evening is an opportunity for members of the theatre community to not only celebrate the Passover holiday, but to gather together and embrace our community! For theatre industry professional rate tickets, please reach out to broadwayseder@gmail.com. The Seder will be a family-style dinner served with communal general admission seating at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan at West 76th Street and Amsterdam Avenue. Full Seder meal with wine and soda included. All tickets are heavily subsidized by the generous contributions of our donors! If you would like more information about being a donor so that you can help bring this event to life and share it with others, please reach out at broadwayseder@gmail.com. Information Source: Howie Tilkin | eventbrite

Higher Empire Presents 4/18 : The Day Before Tomorrow Higher Empire Presents 4/18 : The Day Before Tomorrow Come join us for an unforgettable night in the Lower East Side with Higher Empire as we present the 2nd annual The Day Before Tomorrow event, The Resurrection. With Easter happening the same weekend we wanted to keep the vibe low key and casual. With bites from 195Press and returning with most of the same partners as last year, we're sure to make this event just as memorable. Mark your calendars to come connect on 4/18. Information Source: Higher Empire | eventbrite

Atique B Sheikh of Worldstar Presents Bollywood Night with Nora Fatehi – LIVE in NEW YORK CITY! Co-powered by Tamasha Nights Yes, you heard it right, the NORA FATEHI , the hottest sensation of Bollywood will be rising the temperature in New York City with her hot moves and grooves @230 fifth rooftop bar on April 19th. Are you ready for a sizzling night of Bollywood music and dance with the ultimate celeb from Bollywood industry? Playing the decks will be DJ Browny ! 8 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULDN'T WAIT TO MAKE A RESERVATION- Experience the dancing queen of Bollywood upclose Limited meet & greet spots available NYC's #1 desi party in the heart of Manhattan with 800+ guests Access to 2 nightclubs and rooftop lounge; Empire Room (Bollywood music), Penthouse Nightclub (International music) and Rooftop (lounge music) Insane Manhattan skyline views for your Insta flex DJ Browny's ultimate party experience for 21+ crowd Ticket prices tend to increase as we get closer to the event Limited VIP tables with bottle service, can be customized to suit your group (917-749-0150) DRESS CODE- Dress good, look good, smell good Clubwear/partywear/formals No gym clothing, no gym shoes BOOK A VIP EXPERIENCE TO- Get front of the line status at the event entrance Get designated VIP table for the entirety of the event Get personal bartender for bottle service Meet & Greet with Nora Call/text/whatsapp (917)749-0150 for any questions or to customize your experience TICKETS- Ticket price does not include any drink or food, the ticket price is for ENTRY ONLY Tickets inlcude access to the Bollywood Afterparty Early Bird tickets start at $60 Group discounts available VIP packages available Purchase tickets fast before they increase and sell out! Call/text/whatsapp (917)749-0150 for any questions. TIME- Doors open at 8pm. Party with Nora goes on till 11pm. Bollywood afterparty goes on till 3.30am. AGE & ID - This Event is Strictly For 21 & Over. Proper Physical ID Will Be Required To enter. PLEASE BRING A VALID PHYSICAL ID : State issued ID/Driver License or Passport. NO other forms of identification will be accepted! Photocopies or pictures of your IDs on your phone will NOT be accepted. Physical ID required! REFUND POLICY - No Refunds, All Sales Final: Unforeseen circumstances beyond our control will not be grounds for a refund, including but not limited to the following: local or national weather conditions, natural disasters, waiting in lines, extended waits in lines, family emergencies, medical emergencies including COVID-19 results, employment issues including layoffs, traffic, parking, public or private transportation issues, etc. If you purchased for the incorrect date, location, event, etc, we are not obligated to provide a refund, credit, exchange or transfer. We reserve the right to refuse entry to any ticket-holder, without a refund, for any reason, including but not limited to: disorderly behavior, failing to comply with the rules of the venue, incorrect attire, intoxication, venue capacity, breach of security, and other restrictions. You are aware that Talent is subject to change without notice, which is not grounds for a refund. You are aware that amenities promised are not guaranteed and are not grounds for a refund. Dissatisfaction with any aspect of the event is not grounds for a refund, including but not limited to: music, DJ(s), decorations or lack thereof, party favors or lack thereof, beverages or lack thereof, alcohol selection, bar staff, food availability and selection, fellow patrons/attendees, venue staff, event staff, security, performances, ambiance, amenities, venue, check-in process, seating or lack of seating, wait in lines, emergency closures of event, delayed commencing of events, early ending of events, etc. We often take pictures and videos at our events. Please email us at tamashanights@gmail.com if you want your pictures removed. Information Source: TAMASHA NIGHTS BY DJ BROWNY | eventbrite

Join the audience at Radio City Music Hall in New York on April 26, 2025, for an evening with Ricky Gervais as he presents his latest show, "Mortality." Known for his sharp wit and fearless humor, Gervais promises a thought-provoking and entertaining performance that tackles the complexities of life and death with his signature comedic style. Don't miss this opportunity to see the comedy legend live on stage at one of the most iconic venues in the city.

Welcome to Hypeman Fitness Presents: The Free Monthly Dance Party! Join us at 520 8th Ave for a night of non-stop dancing and fun. Get ready to move and groove with our energetic Hypeman, Rocky The Rebel! This event is perfect for anyone looking to have a great time and break a sweat. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to let loose and enjoy some awesome music. See you on the dance floor! Information Source: Racquel Jones | eventbrite

Spring is in the air, the chill is gone, and New York City is shaking off its winter coat. Join us on Wednesday, April 30 at 8pm at The Carnegie Club for our next Straight Up & Toasted—an evening of world-class cigars, bold whiskey, and live jazz in one of NYC’s last great cigar lounges. This time, we’re spotlighting two standout cigars from La Palina: the White Label and the 125 Años, a celebratory release honoring the brand’s rich heritage. On the whiskey side, you’ll enjoy pours of Bulleit 10-Year Rye, known for its smooth spice, and Bulleit Barrel Strength Bourbon, a high-proof expression packed with depth and intensity. Kick back, light up, and take in the spring vibes with live jazz and good company. This one’s not to be missed. Tickets For 24 hours, a limited number of tickets are $50 online, $60 online after that, and $75 at the door. Ticket includes 1 La Palina 125 Años cigar 1 La Palina White Label cigar 1 pour of Bulleit 10-Year Rye 1 pour of Bulleit Barrel Strength Bourbon Live jazz performance all night Total ticket value exceeds $125 list price, an amazing value. Thank you to our sponsors! The Fine Print / FAQ You must be 21 or older to purchase tickets to this event. This venue is age verified. Those under 21 will not be allowed entrance into the club. Cigar purchase is included in ticket price By signing up for this event, you give Fine Tobacco NYC permission to send future cigar event invites via email. Seating is limited and cannot be guaranteed. Arrive early! Or call ahead at (212) 957-9676 Bulleit Whiskey Bulleit 10-Year Rye Aged a full decade, this rye delivers bold character with polished spice, dried fruit, and oak. Its long finish and balanced bite make it a perfect pairing for fuller-bodied cigars. Bulleit Barrel Strength Bourbon Uncut and unfiltered, this high-proof bourbon brings big flavors of toffee, cinnamon, and dark fruit. It’s a bold pour made to stand up to rich cigars—and delivers a warm, satisfying kick. La Palina Cigars La Palina 125 Años A historic cigar celebrating La Palina’s 125th anniversary, this blend is crafted at Oliva’s Tabolisa factory in Nicaragua. It features a pigtail capped Nicaraguan wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder and mix of Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. Rich and balanced, it delivers notes of earth, cedar, and a refined spice, paying tribute to the brand’s legacy. La Palina White Label A creamy and smooth cigar wrapped in a golden Connecticut leaf, the White Label is handcrafted in Nicaragua. Mellow-bodied with nuanced flavors of vanilla, cedar, and sweet cream, it’s an approachable smoke perfect for spring nights. Information Source: Fine Tobacco Club | eventbrite

The story revolves around the fading star Noma Destmond. She lives in her ruined mansion on the legendary streets of Los Angeles and lives a life of the past. When the lighter screenwriter Joe Galius accidentally met her, she saw the opportunity to return to the big screen from him, and then a series of romance and tragedy occurred.

Pets and the City explores the visual history of New Yorkers and their animal companions over the last two and a half centuries, tracing the ever-evolving relationship between Gotham’s people and its animals as the city grew increasingly urbanized and industrialized. Through a broad spectrum of works of art, objects, documents, memorabilia, and clips from film and television, the exhibition surveys the evolution of pets—from their presence among the Lenape and Haudenosaunee and the hunting culture of settlers through their insinuation into the urban family and onto the pampered pets of today, which enjoy their own public rights.

To mark the 2024 centenary of its life as a public institution, the Morgan Library & Museum presents a major exhibition devoted to the life and career of its inaugural director, Belle da Costa Greene (1879–1950). Widely recognized as an authority on illuminated manuscripts and deeply respected as a cultural heritage executive, Greene was one of the most prominent librarians in American history. She was the daughter of Genevieve Ida Fleet Greener (1849–1941) and Richard T. Greener (1844–1922), the first Black graduate of Harvard College, and was at birth known by a different name: Belle Marion Greener. After her parents separated in the 1890s, her mother changed the family surname to Greene, Belle and her brother adopted variations of the middle name da Costa, and the family began to pass as white in a racist and segregated America.

What belongs in a museum, and who decides? How can we be more democratic in defining value? As a leading arbiter of taste, style, and form, The Museum of Modern Art played an instrumental role in shaping the history of modern design. Norman Teague invites us to reimagine the past by moving beyond "good modern design" as defined by institutions like MoMA. Drawing inspiration from artists and designers traditionally excluded from museums, and assisted by generative AI, he offers a reinterpretation of design history. These reimaginings—posters and full-scale prototypes shown alongside objects from MoMA’s collection—foreground makers of color and embody the cooperative, inventive spirit that guides Norman Teague Design Studios. Teague balances reverence for design innovation with an acknowledgment of the power dynamics that shaped it. With the rise of AI forcing a wholesale reevaluation of human creativity, he reminds us of the creative potential of inviting a diversity of voices into the chorus. As in a musical jam session, collaboration, respect, and improvisation bring us back to the question that sparks every act of imagination—the what if—inviting us to contemplate both the past and the future as realms of boundless possibility.

Encapsulating 100 years of moving-image history, Christian Marclay’s The Clock (2010) is a 24-hour montage composed from thousands of film and television clips depicting clocks and other references to time. James Bond checks his watch at 12:20 a.m.; Meryl Streep turns off an alarm clock at 6:30 a.m.; a pocket watch ticks at 11:53 a.m. as the Titanic departs. With each clip synchronized to the local time, The Clock collapses the fictional time presented on screen with the actual time of each passing minute. The work is both a cinematic tour-de-force and a functioning timepiece. Building on his background as a musician in Boston and New York’s underground scenes of the late 1970s and 1980s, Marclay has for five decades combined visual and sonic fragments to explore the complex relationships between image and sound. His resulting works have taken form across a wide range of mediums: sculpture, painting, photography, print, performance, and video. With the help of assistants searching for footage, Marclay spent three years meticulously editing The Clock—the culmination of his innovative approach to looking at the world anew through found material. The Clock speaks to cinema’s rich history as both a mirror of and escape from reality, a paradox that is ever more central to daily life in today’s era of instant broadcast, streaming services, and artificial intelligence. Marclay’s assemblage of carefully selected clips takes us on a journey through the past in order to heighten our awareness of an ever-elusive and unfolding present. By editing together fragments from cinema’s vast archive to tell the current time, Marclay reframes our collective memory of movies as an uncanny confrontation with ourselves.

Art of Commerce: Trade Catalogs in Watson Library features a selection of the library’s extensive holdings of sale catalogs. Watson Library has almost two thousand trade catalogs published in many countries from the eighteenth century to the present. Objects featured include furniture, jewelry, tiles, ironwork, glasswork, lighting, stoves, tableware, textiles, decorative paper, artist’s materials, fashion, typography, automobiles, and musical instruments. Numerous catalogs illustrate works of art or related objects now in The Met collection.