At this unusual figure drawing class, a model will strike iconic poses from Britney music videos accompanied by a playlist of pop hits. Supplies and themed cocktails are provided, but remember to wear your favorite Britney-inspired ensemble.

Escape the city without the stress. You'll hop on a bus in Manhattan and make stops at three different award-winning wineries in Long Island this laid back day trip, which features a dozen tastings and a gourmet picnic lunch.

Put on your urban explorer hat and check out the restricted sections of NYC's Civil War-era waterfront fortress on this park ranger-led tour.

Get empowered to help the planet thrive at this eco-friendly celebration of mother nature, with art exhibits, hands-on activities, tours, demonstrations, and music. Your ticket is good for admission to the Queens Botanical Garden, too.

This guided healing workshop in a peaceful salt cave combines hypnosis and deep breat hwork to help you clear old patterns out of your brain and reprogram subconscious beliefs.

The founder of Black-owned skincare brand Avalah leads this candle-making class, featuring wine, mocktails, and Caribbean bites.

Winter's the best time to fully appreciate Central Park. Discover the beautiful history behind some of the best urban green space in the world on this two-hour-long casual walking tour — written and led by a former Central Park employee!

They're tiny, good for meditation, and love long stints of neglect — bonsai trees might be the perfect NYC houseplant. Learn how to prune, shape, and maintain your own bonsai during this hands-on class taught by a former curator of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

Taj II Lounge hosts this weekly Sunday brunch in the Flatiron District, featuring two hours of complimentary mimosas and bellinis while you listen to R&B, hip-hop, and top 40 tunes.

Sit down amongst the stacks at this petite bookshop and gain a deeper connection to nature and yourself as you take part in a cozy plant workshop. You'll leave with a plant in your own painted pot, as well as a little peace of mind.

Enjoy the meditative qualities of old-growth tea in Chinatown at this quiet single-origin tea tasting.

Sip drinks and hang out with new friends while you create the perfect scented candle using natural soy wax and custom essential oil blends at this instructor-led workshop.

Wear purple and celebrate the joy of jazz, brassy hip-hop, and reimagined pop music as you take in performances by a half dozen brass bands and drum lines.

Looking for the perfect date night? How about a full Moroccan meal presented with tea, cocktails, and belly dancing, all set on a rooftop overlooking the NYC skyline.

This isn't your grandma's bingo night. You could win vintage records, free drinks, and more weird prizes when you grab a board and a free slice of pizza at this legendary Williamsburg dive.

When women were excluded from private clubs, they brought popular drinks home to their cocktail parlors. Enjoy tea sandwiches and Black Russians while an author discusses the role of women in shaping NYC's cocktail scene at this boozy feminist book talk.

Learn about roller skating during a basic fundamentals class in Brooklyn Bridge Park. Your ticket includes skate rentals and wrist guards, but you are also welcome to bring your own pair of skates to practice in.

The Brooklyn Comedy Collective hosts a weekly improv show every Friday, featuring some of the best and weirdest improv in NYC and some of the cheapest ticket prices in the city.

Without network censors and Seth's requirements, what will this group of writer-performers come up with? Find out during this evening of improv, stand-up, and hilarious sketches.

Murray Hill holds more than just recent college grads and sports bars. Take to its tree-lined streets and uncover the old-moneyed history of this beautiful neighborhood on a guided tour.

Beginners and veteran players are invited to this monthly mahjong meetup, where you can learn the basics before facing off against fellow mahjong lovers in a low-pressure, ultra-friendly setting.

Don your most fabulous hat, dance to jazz amongst 2000 roses, and raise a mint julep glass to this year's Derby Day celebration at Somewhere Nowhere's 38th-floor lounge.

Grab your denim-on-denim, layered tank tops, and low-rise everything for this Y2K-themed boat party sailing around the Statue of Liberty. Two DJs are on board to spin a mix of house music and (of course) your favorite 2000s hits.

Music makers and impulsive dancers are invited to this night of musical improv and free dance. No spectators are allowed, so take off your shoes, free your inhibitions, and get ready to express yourself.

Bring your mat and your best canine friend to a Sunday morning yoga class. Afterwards, grab a coffee and hang out with your fellow human and dog practitioners.

Self-proclaimed "Queen of Dance" Empress Cece leads this body positive dance class in Brooklyn, where attendees can express themselves during a vigorous session set to the pulsing rhythms of dancehall and soca music.

Cosplayers, medieval nerds, crafty kids, and fashionistas are welcome at this DIY class, where you'll learn the 2000-year-old art of making stuff by using interlocking metal rings.

Explore the art, history, and pop culture of Gowanus at artist Rich Garr's "monthly investigation" of the ever-changing neighborhood/superfund site.

Sip a cup of tea while you build a bouquet using the fundamental theories and core principles of Ikebana, Japan's ancient art of flower arranging.

When your mom claims Jake Gyllenhaal is your soulmate, you obviously have to move to LA to be with him, right? This play evolved from an elaborate ruse to actually marry Jake Gyllenhaal, into a story about burning down the patriarchy... and maybe marrying Jake Gyllenhaal.

People with any sort of spiritual belief (or lack thereof) are welcome at this inclusive dinner salon, where participants discuss their experiences of spirituality, creativity, and the divine.

You'll be "Living For The City" on a skyline-backed rooftop lounge during this annual tribute night, where a DJ spins Stevie's hits and deep cuts until 4am.

A plant expert shows you the season's best blooms, berries, and bugs during this springtime tour of the Queens Botanical Garden.

Nothing says "I love you, mom" like an edible cheese bouquet. Learn how to craft one during this hands-on workshop — all of the necessary cheeses and charcuterie are included, and you'll sip wine while you work.

Wander the historic Dyckman Farmhouse while the sounds of both concert and Latin harp music fill the halls.

Artists, musicians, and mental health organizations take to the streets during a free music-filled day party, with ecstatic dance, sound baths, breathwork sessions, panels about mental health, interactive art, and food from Smorgasburg.

Get out of my swamp, big boy! Drunk actors perform the original "Shrek" movie live on stage at this cult fave drinking game-slash-improv performance.

Head to a secret SoHo loft for this celebration of all things feline. Dance to cat-themed music and check out the world's largest collection of cat board games, all while supporting local cat-oriented nonprofit organizations.

Take self care to a higher level at this balancing, rejuvenating evening ritual. A sacred cacao ceremony precedes a group reiki session, where a facilitator will focus on aligning your physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional energies.

Reality star Mal (from Netflix's "The Ultimatum: Queer Love") hosts this queer Memorial Day weekend celebration stocked with DJs, drinks, local food trucks, and plenty of folks to chat with.

Once a month, comedians Nika Lomazzo and Anya Volz present a night of queer joy and laughter at Parkside Lounge. After the show, take part in a structured, psychology-inspired social hour to make new besties with zero stress.

Celebrate American Cheese Month (it's real, we promise) at this special guided tasting, pairing three artisan cheeses (including one aged in an NYC cave) with three wines.

Walk the beautiful hills of Green-Wood Cemetery where birds, bees, bugs, and butterflies help pollinate vibrant flowers. This guided walk ends with a hands-on flower dissection, teaching you even more about pollination.

From the best jerk meat to the best roti in NYC, vote for your favorite Black- and Caribbean-owned businesses in the city at this delicious fundraiser for Brooklyn's Caribbean culture and community.

Whether you're a professional mixologist or just love a fun drink, this interactive event teaches you the secrets to making the perfect summer cocktail, along with appetizers and lots of drinks to enjoy.

From Debut to TTPD, wear your Eras Tour outfit and dance to your favorite Taylor songs as the sun sets behind the Manhattan skyline on this Swiftie-themed boat party.

Ex-Broadway dancer JoAnna Ross is turning 50 and ready to make you laugh about it — and get you home by 9pm, because you're showing up to the early show.

Grab your girlfriends or come make some new ones at this night of "Friends" trivia, exclusively for women in their 30s and 40s.

If you love tiki drinks and exotic cocktails, grab a ticket to NYC's favorite drink festival before they sell out. Along with drink sips and spirit samples, the city's best mixologists and bars will compete for "Best Cocktail of The Year," voted on by you.

This interactive cocktail show takes you to an 1830s New York City speakeasy where friendship, betrayal, and intrigue abound — and magic is real. While you take in the show and experience the narrative, you'll enjoy some amazing drinks.

Pick your materials and make your own leather handbag while sipping your favorite drink and looking over the NYC skyline at this DIY workshop.

Two ER doctors host this night of diagnostic comedy, unpacking the history of various medical conditions and facts that might be hard to find online. Attendees can submit questions and get answers on the spot, before you seek out professional medical advice or treatment.

Comedians Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky host this new weekly comedy showcase at Hotel 50 Bowery, presenting a lineup of funny folks from New York — and beyond!

Wanna dance, but EDM isn't your thing? Get down to house, Afrobeats, nu-disco, trap, and other alternative dance vibes at this midweek rave.

The world's best tattoo artists come to NYC for this annual event. Get inked, shop unique fashion and jewelry, join workshops, and enjoy live sideshow performances at NYC's biggest tattoo convention.

This legendary wine event gives you a taste of more than 65 wines from around the world in a vibey, cocktail party atmosphere alongside wine experts and award-wining makers.

Celebrate the moms in your life with a yacht cruise and dance party, where DJs spread across two floors play hip-hop and Caribbean beats while the sun sets against the NYC skyline.

New and advanced knitters alike are welcome to this community craft class, where a Norwegian knitting designer will give direction and helpful hints for all skill levels. Bring an existing project or pick up a full kit of knitting supplies at 14Y's service desk for a discount.

Every summer in NYC, dozens of friend groups come together with picnic baskets, white decorations, and fancy white attire for this stunning all-white dinner party on the waterfront.

Join artist talks and hands-on drawing workshops, shop for original comic book artwork, or join the cosplay show at NYC's celebration of Black comics and the artists who create them.

New technology allows people to control simple devices with their brains. Yes, really. This two-part class taught by two neuroscientists shows attendees how to collect and make use of the brain's electrical activity.

Matchmaker Maria invites New Yorkers to her annual Eurovision party, where you can watch an international cast of pop artists sing catchy anthems on the live broadcast while meeting some new people. This year's party is '70s-themed, so show up in era-appropriate attire!

After Anime NYC, head to this high-energy, giveaway-filled afterparty, where the DJs pump your favorite anime and J-pop songs and dance floor cosplays are encouraged.