New York City is by far the most populated city in the United States, as well as one of the most significant cultural centers on the planet. Whether you’re an art lover, a foodie, a history buff—or pretty much anything else a person can be—NYC has something amazing in store for you. Both locals and tourists can find fun things to do in NYC that they’ve never done before, like taking a tour through historic Greenpoint or joining a figure drawing session with live models at the Old Stone House.
With Meetup, you never have to do fun things alone. Check out the following Meetup events happening around NYC during the month of September 2023, and have a great time with new friends!
Work on a knitting project at a cool Greenwich Village café
On Wednesday, September 6, you can join Crafts and Coffee at Moshava Coffee for an after-work community art gathering. This Meetup group of nearly 170 members is for experienced as well as those who are only starting to learn how to make handicrafts. They provide free instruction, you just have to bring your own supplies or purchase yarn and needles from the group for a one-time charge of $10.
Moshava, which means “village” in Hebrew, is located on historic West 8th Street in Greenwich Village. It’s a special place for people to experience the richness of Jewish hospitality.
Enjoy a digital detox picnic in Fort Greene Park
Fort Greene Park is one of Brooklyn’s most vibrant public spaces, located between the charming brownstones of Clinton Hill and the buzzy atmosphere of Fort Greene and Downtown Brooklyn. Its most iconic feature is the giant monument at the top of a huge set of stairs, where you’ll often find people exercising, skateboarding, and even dancing.
On Saturday, September 9, come enjoy this urban oasis with NYC Digital Detox, a Meetup group of more than 1,000 members who want to spend more time engaged, active, and present. Bring a snack or a drink, something to sit on, and the intention to put away all devices for a few hours. You’ll be surprised by how much easier it is to make new connections, how little you’ll actually miss the screen, and how rejuvenated you’ll feel!
Take a tour of Greenpoint, New York’s “Little Poland”
On Sunday, September 10, you can explore Brooklyn’s diverse and intriguing waterfront neighborhood of Greenpoint, which maintains a historic Polish presence. Join the New York Adventure Club, a Meetup group of more than 6,000 members, as they follow a veteran Brooklyn tour guide through the charming streets, parks, and piers. You will walk through the historic district, see some grand old churches, visit a waterfront park with sweeping views of Manhattan, and stop by local gems for traditional Polish treats.
Join a life drawing session at a historic house in Park Slope
The Old Stone House, now situated within a public park and playground, has a long and important history dating back to the Revolutionary War. A neighborhood museum by day, the Old Stone House is also used as a uniquely charming event space by people seeking a truly old school New York vibe.
On Tuesday, September 12, you can join the Old Stone House Drawing Studio for their monthly figure drawing night. This Meetup group of nearly 2,900 members welcomes people with any level of experience to create together for a few hours. The session features live models doing 90 minutes of gestures and short poses, then 90 minutes of long poses. Seats are provided, just bring your own art supplies!
See Meetup CEO David Siegel give a talk at a famous East Village bar
On the second floor of the popular bar Solas, you’ll find a small, dark lounge. Sometimes this space is curated by a DJ and open for dancing. Other times, this floor is reserved for readings, art events, private parties, and more.
On Wednesday, September 20, head up to the lounge to see David give a talk and Q+A with New York Tech & Beer®. This Meetup group of more than 3,800 members hosts an event series for those interested in talking tech, drinking craft beer (or whatever else you like), and everything in between!
Returning for his second event with the group, David will talk about intelligent business and personal decision-making. The conversation will be informed by his 25 years of executive experience in media technology, with roles including CEO of Meetup, CEO of Investopedia, and President of Seeking Alpha. He will also be selling and signing discounted copies of his book, Decide & Conquer.
Don’t see any activities that speak to you?
Don’t worry. There are so many fun things to do in NYC, it would be impossible to capture them all on one list. If there’s an activity you’d love to do in NYC but you can’t find an event for it, you can easily create your own Meetup group and host your own event!
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Find events, join groups, and communicate with your people—from anywhere. Download the Meetup app today!
Last modified on August 24, 2023
