Weekend activities in Brooklyn: Your guide to this weekend’s events
As the memories of May Day and the Met Gala fade, and the summer days approach, there is still a wealth of exciting events happening in our beloved borough. This weekend, the city is buzzing with festivals, art fairs, book launches, and live music performances to keep you entertained. So, whether you are a lover of art, music, literature, or theater, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Starting on Thursday, May 8, The Other Art Fair kicks off its 15th year with a grand opening event at ZeroSpace. This fair celebrates emerging artists and offers interactive experiences, such as personalized portraits by Anna Marie Tendler. If you are looking to explore the world of hip-hop, head over to the Library for Arts and Culture for Toni Blackman’s Cypher Workshop Series featuring Queen Herawin of the Juggaknots. And for book lovers, Greenlight Bookstore presents Susan Dominus discussing her latest book, “The Family Dynamic: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success” with Emily Nussbaum of The New Yorker.
On Friday, May 9, Hidden City launches its mission to create sustainable and artist-friendly events with a party at The Shell featuring live music and interactive painting. Our Wicked Lady hosts Frankie Fest 2025, a festival honoring the late Frankie Rex of the FMs with 11 bands on two stages. And for music enthusiasts, catch Mallrat and Anna Shoemaker at Elsewhere for a night of catchy pop tunes.
If you are up for a theatrical adventure, head to The Brick Theater on Friday for A(U)NTS!, a play that explores the curious similarities between aunts and ants. On Saturday, May 10, City Point BKYN hosts the Show Brooklyn Some Love Fest, offering family-friendly entertainment and a Mother’s Day Flower Bar. The Brooklyn Arts Exchange Annex celebrates its grand opening with a special drag performance, while The New Workshop Theater at Brooklyn College showcases one-act plays directed by MFA students.
For music lovers, Brooklyn Conservatory of Music’s Open Stages 2025 features 16 free stages with over 30 acts to enjoy in Park Slope. And on Sunday, May 11, Pioneer Works invites you to Second Sundays for a glimpse into Red Hook’s art scene, while Alamo Drafthouse screens “Mamma Mia!” for a nostalgic movie experience. Additionally, the Old Stone House of Brooklyn hosts a puppet-making workshop, and Kings Theatre presents NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience, a unique fusion of manga and live orchestral music.
With a weekend full of art, music, theater, and literary events, there is no shortage of entertainment options to choose from in our vibrant borough. So, gather your friends and family, and dive into the diverse cultural offerings that Brooklyn has to offer.