This subterranean bar, gallery and performance space hosts regular music and comedy events, such as the monthly Acoustic Night and the weekly Comedy Night hosted by Aaron Glaser and Danny Jolles. Read more.
This movie house is located at the back of reBar, a gastropub serving small plates. The theater screens indie flicks; grab a bag of duck-fat popcorn ($5–$7) before settling in for a showing. Read more.
The bawdy hosts and performers change every week at Floating Kabarette!, a weekly cabaret show (Sat 10:30pm). The red-lit island tables on the indoor lake are the most romantic seats. Read more.
Aside from exhibiting all types of media (such as fanzines, old cameras and arcade consoles), the facility also offers a 267-seat cinema with multiple weekend screenings. Read more.
Try the Cavitini with Imperial Vodka made from wheat and rye served dry, chilled and up with 10-grams Hackleback Caviar and olives. It's a classic Russian cocktail and absolutely delicious.
As the name suggests, the Earth Room is a room full of dirt. Rich, dark dirt, knee deep, housed in a 3600 square foot room in Soho, intriguing viewers for the past 30 years.
Cash-strapped daters should visit this uptown institution on Sundays for free admission. Explore exhibits such as “Harlem Postcards,” which uses photography to examine changes in the neighborhood. Read more.
This offshoot of the original Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre can’t be beat for a cheap and hilarious date. Plus, you’ll look especially cool on the off-chance that a big-name comedian shows up. Read more.
Each theater has paired seats and tables where twosomes can nosh while taking in indie and retro flicks. Split the Nitehawk Queso, with melted cheese, black beans, spicy chorizo and cooling guac. Read more.
Starting February 9, DJ Ceremony and Apathy Angel will host Corruption at Tammany Hall, a burlesque show, on Thursdays at 9pm. It’s followed by a free dance party at 11pm. Read more.
Browse the vintage tomes that line this bar's walls with a bookish date, or head downstairs for one of the venue’s music or comedy shows, such as Eugene Mirman’s weekly Pretty Good Friends. Read more.
This small French space hosts one of the city’s most diverse music scenes in its back room. Arrive early to take advantage of happy hour, with $1 off beers and $3 off cocktails. Read more.
Every Wednesday the Apollo hosts an Amateur Night, where you can cheer on performers or boo them off the stage! Be sure to get there early for tickets, as this night sells out quickly!
A membership to Harlem Stage is super affordable-- and comes with sweet perks, like 20% off tickets. http://bit.ly/yDDkat
The Knitting Factory has an iTunes app that makes it easier to keep up with upcoming events. For more info on the new-and-improved Knitting Factory, click here: http://bit.ly/wBcQH6
A 1-year subscription to New York Magazine is included when you purchase a ticket to any show at Joe's Pub. Neat! Read more about why we love Joe's Pub here: http://bit.ly/xrKEuM
Take advantage of the after-hours events and unique special programming that make MoMA much more than your average museum. Check out some of their current exhibits and events: http://bit.ly/A9TAGZ
Brooklyn Bowl offers an unbeatable combination of various musical types, (everyone from Childish Gambino to Karen O.) and bowling for a night of undisputed fun: http://bit.ly/x83yOF
BAM embodies the true essence of Brooklyn: intelligent but quirky fun http://bit.ly/x0uQcG
A loungier vibe with all the things you love about the parent site, 92YTribeca is a hot spot for awesome guests http://bit.ly/JhHoz
3rd Ward is one of the few places in this city that caters to your party-dance-groove needs, as well as your educational needs. http://bit.ly/p58VLe
Innovative and up-and-coming musicians/artists can be found here on any given night. LPR is always a step ahead: http://bit.ly/wTao1A
We love how this space integrates media, art and music to transcend genre boundaries, within an awesome historic space. Find out more: http://bit.ly/wwyaQ3
An uber-hip spot for emerging artists and indie favorites, right next door to Glasslands. Just make sure you can stand the smell of smoke.
Besides the award-winning theatre and dance productions, BAM's also a great place just to see a movie, because usually it's filled with (respectful) film nerds - even new releases.
The Kitchen is a temple of the avant-garde, so be prepared for something experimental when at the Chelsea-based nonprofit.
Holding strong as an underground electronic party hotspot; watch out for SR’s BasicNYC parties with Sleepy & Boo – great DJ bookings.
The best far-downtown place to read, write, or (duh) find great poetry, the brand-new Poets House is free and open to the public.
François K's dubwise Deep Space parties are a Monday night fixture. Its sleek design and open-air deck make it a haven in the MPD.
In the "Behind the Screen" exhibit, check out the Live TV Control Room installation, which takes you behind the scenes of a New York Mets TV broadcast on SNY. The director's concentration is amazing. Read more.
