Things to Do in NYC, July 2026
The Blankman List of events happening this July in New York City
The Blankman List is a monthly curated list of things to do in New York City. It showcases the full range of what there is to do, for residents and tourists alike.
I especially seek out artistic and cultural events like concerts, plays, and art exhibits, along with anything that is high-quality, notable, and/or free. There is at least one event for every day of July 2026, and no borough or event type is off limits.
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Disclaimer: Before going anywhere, please confirm the date, time, location, cost, and description using the listed website. Any event is at risk of being rescheduled, relocated, sold out, at capacity, or canceled. Costs are rounded to the nearest dollar and may change. I try to vet quality and describe accurately, but I may misjudge. All views are my own.
Wednesday, July 1
Book Launch: Everyday Sake by Yoko Kumano and Kayoko Akabori
Conversation with Yoko Kumano and Kayoko Akabori, authors of Everyday Sake, and bartending author Kenta Goto; 7–8 pm
$29 (includes book) / free (talk only)
Yu & Me Books
44 Mulberry (Chinatown, Manhattan)
Agents & APIs NYC Developer Meetup
Networking-focused meetup for developers building AI assistants and software integrations; 5:30–8 pm
Free
Ground floor of 1400 Broadway
1400 Broadway (Midtown, Manhattan)
Assist eldercare staff with setting up and playing bingo with older adults; 6:15–8:30 pm; every Wednesday
Free
The New Jewish Home
120 W 106th St (Upper West Side, Manhattan)
Thursday, July 2
Sewing machines made available for public use on a first-come, first-served basis; 1–3 pm
Free (bring your own supplies)
Brooklyn Public Library, Greenpoint Branch
107 Norman Ave (Greenpoint, Brooklyn)
Friday, July 3
Confessions on a Dancefloor II: A Madonna Party
Dance party celebrating the release of Madonna’s Confessions II; 11 pm–late
$20–$25
Market Hotel
1140 Myrtle Ave (Bushwick, Brooklyn)
Jared Kopf: Behind Your Forehead
Magic show from Texas-born Jared Kopf, “a wizard who makes you laugh”; 7:15 & 9:30 pm; Jul 3–11
$136–$218
69 Atlantic
69 Atlantic Ave (Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn)
Saturday, July 4
Screening of the 1999 found footage horror film The Blair Witch Project; 7:15 pm; Jul 4 & 9
$19
Peter Jay Sharp Building, BAM Rose Cinemas
30 Lafayette Ave (Fort Greene, Brooklyn)
50th annual fireworks show in celebration of the US’ Independence Day; 8 pm
Free
Along the Brooklyn Bridge, lower East River, and lower Hudson River
Prime viewing areas will be detailed on website
Sunday, July 5
9/11 Memorial & Museum: New York First Sundays
Free evening admission for New York residents to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum; 4–7 pm; first Sunday of every month
Free
National September 11 Memorial & Museum
180 Greenwich St (Lower Manhattan)
Monday, July 6
Screening of the 1976 political thriller film All the President’s Men starring Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford; 8:45 pm
$17
Nitehawk Cinema Prospect Park
188 Prospect Park W (South Slope, Brooklyn)
World Cup 26 Fan Village at Rockefeller Center
NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo sponsored “Fan Village” with watch parties and other programming; games at 3 & 8 pm; open Jul 6–19
Free entry
Rockefeller Center
30 Rockefeller Plaza (Midtown, Manhattan)
Tuesday, July 7
Building by Colin Quinn and Vincent Piazza
Immersive theatrical experience presenting “an experiential portrait of 1970s New York”; 8 pm (7:30 pm doors) & 10 pm (9:30 pm doors); Jul 7–8
$44
Pioneer Works
159 Pioneer St (Red Hook, Brooklyn)
Cursed Ever After: Andy C. Naranjo in conversation with Cindy Pham
Conversation between authors Andy C. Naranjo and Cindy Pham about Naranjo’s latest YA fantasy book Cursed Ever After; 7–8:30 pm
$13 (includes store credit) / $25 (includes signed book)
Love & Legends Books
667 Washington Ave (Prospect Heights, Brooklyn)