NYC Weekend Events: September 20-21

New York City offers a vibrant mix of cultural experiences, and this weekend is no exception! Here's a curated selection of events across the five boroughs:

Must-See Events:

Bus Festival

Date: September 21, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Location: Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, Brooklyn Bridge Park

Celebrate the history of NYC's buses with vintage vehicles, family-friendly activities, and stunning Manhattan skyline views! This free festival is rain or shine. Learn more

Momo Crawl

Date: September 21, noon to 5 p.m. Location: Diversity Plaza, Queens

Indulge in delicious, affordable momos at the 13th annual Momo Crawl! A $15 passport grants you access to participating restaurants. Get your passport here

Morningside Lights

Date: September 20, 8 p.m. Location: Morningside Park

Witness the magic of the 14th annual Morningside Lights procession, featuring over 30 community-made lanterns with this year's theme: TIMEFRAME 1965. <img src="https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/morningside_lights_flickr" alt="Morningside Lights Procession"> More info

Raptor Fest

Date: September 21, noon to 3 p.m. Location: Foch Boulevard and 155th Street, Queens

Get up close and personal with majestic birds of prey at this free, family-friendly event! Witness incredible flight demonstrations. Find out more

More Events to Explore:

• Halloween Harvest at Luna Park (Brooklyn): New arcade games, renovated shops, and spooky fun! Open weekends and select days through November 2. Check hours and tickets
• Brooklyn Book Festival: Wrapping up this weekend! Literary events for all ages. More details
• Feast of San Gennaro (Little Italy): Enjoy live music, parades, and authentic Italian food through September 21. Learn more
• Queens Night Market: Open Saturday nights through October 25, offering diverse food (under $6!), art, and merchandise. Find out more <img src="https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/Queens_Night_Market_VO" alt="Queens Night Market">
• Movies Under the Stars: Free film screenings throughout the city. Find a screening near you
• SummerStage concerts: Free concerts across the city. See the full schedule
• Smorgasburg: Food market with over 60 vendors, open weekly through October. Check out the vendors
• '100 Years of Bonsai' (Brooklyn Botanic Garden): Celebrating a century of bonsai with an expanded display, tours, and workshops. Learn more
• 'Van Gogh's Flowers' (NYBG): Immerse yourself in the beauty that inspired Van Gogh. More info <img src="https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/van_gogh_flowers_ny1" alt="Van Gogh's Flowers Exhibition">
• Bronx Zoo's 'World of Darkness': Newly reopened exhibit showcasing nocturnal animals. Learn more
• 'Jamaica/Jamaica' (King Manor Museum): Explore Jamaican heritage in Queens. More info <img src="https://s7d2.scene7.com/is/image/TWCNews/King_Manor_Museum_Roger_Clark_NY_082025" alt="Jamaica/Jamaica Exhibition">
• 'Mission: Impossible – Story and Spectacle' (Museum of the Moving Image): Behind-the-scenes look at the iconic film franchise. More details
• 'Urban Stomp' (Museum of the City of New York): Explore the history of social dances in NYC. Learn more
• 'Encounters in the Milky Way' (American Museum of Natural History): A spectacular planetarium show narrated by Pedro Pascal. More info

Enjoy your weekend in NYC!