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SUMMARY:CBH Talk | The Alchemy of Movement Building
DESCRIPTION:Join a panel of writers\, organizers\, and elected leaders for a powerful and urgent conversation about how movements are built quietly\, locally\, and out of public view\, before erupting into collective action. Moderated by Saul Austerlitz\, author of How to Assemble an Activist\, this program explores the sparks that turn private alarm into public action. Drawing on his own journey from political observer to engaged organizer\, Austerlitz offers a compelling case study of how ordinary people step forward\, find one another\, and begin the long work of change. \nAusterlitz will be joined by Council Member Alexa Avilés\, graphic artist and political zine-maker Megan Piontkowski\, and senior national political manager at Indivisible and co-founder of Hands Off NYC Molly Sandley\, whose voices are grounded in the day-to-day realities of grassroots work. Together\, they will pull back the curtain on what happens beneath the headlines: the patient community-building\, the creative interventions\, and the sustained collaboration that allow movements not just to ignite\, but to endure.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/cbh-talk-the-alchemy-of-movement-building/
CATEGORIES:Free,Talks/Lectures,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T220000
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SUMMARY:Sound + Fury Trivia Nights
DESCRIPTION:HOW IT WORKS:\n• 4 rounds of 5 questions each.\n• Wager 1\, 2\, 3\, or 4 on the first 4 questions.\n• 5th question is worth a fixed amount.\n• Each question has a song clue to help you or maybe throw you off. \nRULES:\n• NO CHEATING. Cheating is for suckers.\n• SUBMISSION IS ALL DIGITAL. Be sure to bring a charged phone.\n• TEAMS are limited to groups of 7 or less.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/soundfury-trivia/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Free,Games,Eat + Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T142044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142044Z
UID:10012191-1776362400-1776373200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Mizik Ayiti! Residency Spring Series | Twoubadou Lakay
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Thursdays for the Mizik Ayiti! Residency Series. The Spring residency will be held by Twoubadou Lakay. \nTwoubadou Lakay is a collective of master musicians rooted in the rich traditions of Haitian music. The ensemble blends the storytelling spirit and dancing guitars of Haitian Twoubadou with deep Haitian rhythms\, jazz sensibilities\, and improvisational dialogue. Twoubadou Lakay is tradition reimagined through a contemporary lens. Their sound is both intimate and expansive—grounded in lakou culture\, yet reaching across the diaspora—creating a musical space where heritage\, memory\, and innovation meet. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s Haiti Cultural Exchange residency will feature core members Bobby Raymond\, Markus Schwartz\, Gary Josama\, Gama Josama\, Joe Montour\, Camille Hostin and Roland Cameau in revolving formations. Twoubadou Lakay invites audiences into a living\, breathing experience of Haitian musical expression—honoring the past while shaping its future. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s five-week residency at HCX will feature unique performances weekly.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/mizik-ayiti-residency-spring-series-twoubadou-lakay/2026-04-16/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T123609Z
UID:10012200-1776366000-1776373200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Lena Dardelet
DESCRIPTION:French-Dominican artist Lena Dardelet infuses Caribbean and Dominican music with her multicultural influences and modernity. A trilingual singer\, songwriter\, and multi-instrumentalist\, Dardelet has performed on local and international stages with artists such as Vicente García\, iLe\, Monsieur Periné\, Techy Fatule\, Simón Grossman\, and Alex Ferreira. Her diverse discography includes Mírala Bailar (2021)\, a tribute to her Dominican folk roots; Bachaté (2020)\, her French and Spanish bachata celebration; Invierno y Verano (2023)\, an urban Latin EP; and her most recent single\, “Y Qué” (2024)\, an airy\, seductive collaboration with groundbreaking Dominican duo Martox.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/lena-dardelet/
CATEGORIES:Free,Music,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260302T202809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T202809Z
UID:10012039-1776438000-1776441600@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour\, The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center of Brooklyn History for a free tour of The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered. \nIn August of 1776\, the first and largest battle of the American Revolution took place in what is now Brooklyn\, NY. The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered uses primary source material from the Center for Brooklyn History’s collection to relay the story of this turning point in American history\, sharing the events of this battle with new relevance. \nOn this in-depth tour of the exhibition\, visitors will get a tour of the exhibition\, featuring artifacts\, archival documents\, artwork\, and exclusive access to rare maps that bring the summer of 1776 alive\, 250 years later. This tour will also offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the process of putting together this exhibition at the Center for Brooklyn History.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/exhibition-tour-the-battle-of-brooklyn-fought-and-remembered/2026-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Free,Tours + Open Houses,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T094000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260310T205531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T175651Z
UID:10012065-1776505200-1776513600@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Spring Open Houses: BASIS Independent Brooklyn
DESCRIPTION:BASIS Independent Brooklyn is presenting its Spring Open Houses! These events are one of the best ways for families to experience the BASIS Independent community\, hear from teachers\, and see firsthand how they are redefining education across the school’s two Brooklyn campuses.  \nSpring Open House:\n \n\nSaturday\, April 18 (PreK-Grade 2)\nSaturday\, April 25 (Grades 3-12)\n\nFor both Open Houses\, doors will open at 9:40 AM ET\, and the event will last approximately until 12:00 PM ET. Students are encouraged to join us as well.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/spring-open-houses-basis-independent-brooklyn/2026-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Free,Tours + Open Houses,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260303T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T192357Z
UID:10012045-1776513600-1776524400@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Brooklyn Car-Free Earth Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Earth-friendly and car-free activities including music\, fashion\, bike lessons\, and more. Albee Square West will be closed to traffic\, so bring your bikes or roller skates\, and enjoy activities and music at Albee Square. Here’s what’s happening: \nOn Albee Square West\n12:00 PM – 3:00 PM\n\nIn partnership with Elian Electronics Recycling\, we invite you to dispose of your e-waste in a free\, convenient\, and ethical way. For more information on what you can bring\, visit here.\nTest your strength\, focus\, and endurance! Join [solidcore]’s plank competition where you’ll push your core to its limits one second at a time and prove to yourself how strong you really are. Enter the challenge for a chance to win prizes and enter a raffle for a chance to win a new client two-week unlimited package. Register here for the following time slots\, 12:15pm\, 12:45pm\, 1:15pm\, 1:45pm\, and 2:15pm.\n\n1:00 PM – 3:00 PM\n\nLearn to ride a bike with Bike New York! Bike New York will teach kids 5-14 how to ride safely along Albee Square West (which is closed to traffic for the day)\, while parents and guardians cheer them on! Register here!\n\nat albee square\n12:00 PM – 3:00 PM\n\nDJ Boogie will spin throughout the event with sets inspired by nature’s elements.\nLearn to hand sew using repurposed fabric with Black Girls Sew.\nBrooklyn FC\, Brooklyn’s premier soccer club\, will be on site to share details about their exciting season lineup.\nMake art from reused materials with Materials for the Arts\, NYC’s premier creative reuse facility. Build puppets and other art projects with upcycled goods!\nRejin Leys invites you to make recycled paper while creating awareness about our environment.\nCreate eco-friendly lanterns with Artsy Anxious Girlie.\nWrite poetry with Poets in the Park.\nDave & Buster’s will be on hand with their “Prize Drop” Plinko Game. Play to win fun prizes.\nLearn\, celebrate and discover with Petits Poussins Brooklyn. Stop by to plant your very own seed in a pot and bring it home to watch it grow. While you’re there\, make your mark on the Earth Day pledge poster!\nPowerhouse Arts invites you to weave with repurposed materials! Drop in\, get creative\, and make something meaningful for yourself or a loved one.\nSavor a variety of delicious and healthy snacks provided by one of Downtown Brooklyn’s finest grocery stores\, Fresh Grocer.\n\n1:00 PM – 1:45 PM\n\nTrashaganza! by Bash the Trash weaves together fun interactive songs\, cool science\, and timely environmental messaging about plastic pollution and climate change.\n\nat city point bklyn\n11:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n\nHelp support local families by donating baby supplies and gently used children’s clothing for Little Essentials\, a local organization that offers families living in poverty urgently-needed children’s supplies. A simple way to give back and help neighbors in need. In partnership with City Point BKLYN.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/downtown-brooklyn-car-free-earth-day-2026/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Brooklyn Presents,Free,Classes/Workshops,Games,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260408T190635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T190635Z
UID:10012159-1776866400-1776877200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Free Plants for E-Waste on Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Trade in your electronic waste for a free plant. Greenery NYC will be supplying the plants and Liquid Technology will be collecting the waste. Grab a plant while supplies last!\nBanned items include: Refrigerators\, ACs\, and kitchen appliances. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/free-plants-for-e-waste-on-earth-day/
CATEGORIES:Free,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T123502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T123502Z
UID:10012204-1776880800-1776888000@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Woody Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Woody Wednesdays (and one Woody Thursday) bring together NYU students\, alumni\, and guest artists for acoustic sets inside the exhibition Woody Guthrie: What This Guitar Might Do. Each night features artists reinterpreting Guthrie’s work alongside original songs. \nFeel free to drop by\, no registration is needed. \nWednesday April 15\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerforming artists: \n\nHannah Hoberman (Gallatin 2027)\nNora Conlon\nDrake Hunt\n\nWednesday April 22\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nPerforming artists: \n\nSofia D’Angelo\nGoldfish Funeral (Jack Bobley) (Tish 2026)\nStevie Bill\n\nThursday April 30\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nPerforming artists: \n\nCaleb Moore (Steinhardt\, 2022)\nCalling Margaret (Genevieve Kleyhans) (Tisch\, 2026)\nRemi Baker (Clive Davis Institute\, 2026)
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/woody-wednesdays/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20240717T192020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T215127Z
UID:10005904-1776884400-1776895200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Sound + Fury Trivia Nights
DESCRIPTION:HOW IT WORKS:\n• 4 rounds of 5 questions each.\n• Wager 1\, 2\, 3\, or 4 on the first 4 questions.\n• 5th question is worth a fixed amount.\n• Each question has a song clue to help you or maybe throw you off. \nRULES:\n• NO CHEATING. Cheating is for suckers.\n• SUBMISSION IS ALL DIGITAL. Be sure to bring a charged phone.\n• TEAMS are limited to groups of 7 or less.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/soundfury-trivia/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Free,Games,Eat + Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T142044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142044Z
UID:10012192-1776967200-1776978000@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Mizik Ayiti! Residency Spring Series | Twoubadou Lakay
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Thursdays for the Mizik Ayiti! Residency Series. The Spring residency will be held by Twoubadou Lakay. \nTwoubadou Lakay is a collective of master musicians rooted in the rich traditions of Haitian music. The ensemble blends the storytelling spirit and dancing guitars of Haitian Twoubadou with deep Haitian rhythms\, jazz sensibilities\, and improvisational dialogue. Twoubadou Lakay is tradition reimagined through a contemporary lens. Their sound is both intimate and expansive—grounded in lakou culture\, yet reaching across the diaspora—creating a musical space where heritage\, memory\, and innovation meet. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s Haiti Cultural Exchange residency will feature core members Bobby Raymond\, Markus Schwartz\, Gary Josama\, Gama Josama\, Joe Montour\, Camille Hostin and Roland Cameau in revolving formations. Twoubadou Lakay invites audiences into a living\, breathing experience of Haitian musical expression—honoring the past while shaping its future. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s five-week residency at HCX will feature unique performances weekly.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/mizik-ayiti-residency-spring-series-twoubadou-lakay/2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260408T174853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174853Z
UID:10012157-1776969000-1776974400@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Public Brooklyn NOW: How Public Spaces Shape Neighborhood Life
DESCRIPTION:This panel explores how public space in Brooklyn is shaped not only through design\, but also through policy\, community advocacy\, and the forces that determine who a space is truly made for. From parks and waterfronts to sidewalks and under-elevated corridors\, Brooklyn’s shared spaces are continually contested and transformed. The conversation brings together planners\, designers\, and advocates to ask what it really means to design for belonging. \nBrooklyn NOW! 2026\, presented at BPL’s Library for Arts & Culture\, celebrates the design forces actively shaping our borough today. Opening in April 2026\, the exhibition highlights how architects\, builders\, and visionaries are reimagining Brooklyn’s streets\, homes\, and civic spaces. The exhibition will be accompanied by five in-person public programs\, including a gallery opening that invites visitors to engage directly with the ideas and people behind the work.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/public-brooklyn-now-how-public-spaces-shape-neighborhood-life/
CATEGORIES:Free,Classes/Workshops,Talks/Lectures,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260304T200557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T144816Z
UID:10012051-1777035600-1777046400@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:2026 Tandon Research Excellence Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Tandon Research Excellence Exhibit is an annual event featuring student and faculty projects that demonstrate the scope of engineering at Tandon\, and its potential to improve the world. This year’s Exhibit will celebrate the incredible academic contributions of our community and how they connect to Tandon’s impact areas. The most exciting work being done in our labs and prototyping facilities comes alive for spectators of all ages. \nStop by the Tandon Research Excellence Exhibit to experience incredible projects\, and enjoy giveaways\, food trucks\, a photo booth\, and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – Welcome Remarks \n1:15 PM – Exhibits Open \n3:30 PM – Exhibit Winners Announced \n4:00 PM – Research Exhibit Concludes
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/2026-tandon-research-excellence-exhibit/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Brooklyn Presents,Free,Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260302T202809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T202809Z
UID:10012040-1777042800-1777046400@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour\, The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center of Brooklyn History for a free tour of The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered. \nIn August of 1776\, the first and largest battle of the American Revolution took place in what is now Brooklyn\, NY. The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered uses primary source material from the Center for Brooklyn History’s collection to relay the story of this turning point in American history\, sharing the events of this battle with new relevance. \nOn this in-depth tour of the exhibition\, visitors will get a tour of the exhibition\, featuring artifacts\, archival documents\, artwork\, and exclusive access to rare maps that bring the summer of 1776 alive\, 250 years later. This tour will also offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the process of putting together this exhibition at the Center for Brooklyn History.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/exhibition-tour-the-battle-of-brooklyn-fought-and-remembered/2026-04-24/
CATEGORIES:Free,Tours + Open Houses,Brooklyn Cultural District
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T094000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260310T205531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T175651Z
UID:10012066-1777110000-1777118400@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Spring Open Houses: BASIS Independent Brooklyn
DESCRIPTION:BASIS Independent Brooklyn is presenting its Spring Open Houses! These events are one of the best ways for families to experience the BASIS Independent community\, hear from teachers\, and see firsthand how they are redefining education across the school’s two Brooklyn campuses.  \nSpring Open House:\n \n\nSaturday\, April 18 (PreK-Grade 2)\nSaturday\, April 25 (Grades 3-12)\n\nFor both Open Houses\, doors will open at 9:40 AM ET\, and the event will last approximately until 12:00 PM ET. Students are encouraged to join us as well.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/spring-open-houses-basis-independent-brooklyn/2026-04-25/
CATEGORIES:Free,Tours + Open Houses,Family-friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260407T142837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T142958Z
UID:10012156-1777113000-1777120200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:BKO Volunteer Day: Surveillance Technology Oversight Project
DESCRIPTION:Brooklyn Org’s Annual Day of Service brings together community members to roll up their sleeves and work alongside the incredible nonprofits that support our borough. You’ll get to learn about the day-to-day work of these amazing organizations and lend a helping hand. \nThe Surveillance Technology Oversight Project – Phone Banking Advocacy event is just one of over a dozen volunteer opportunities available throughout the borough taking place from 8:15am to 3:30pm. Click the “Info + Registration” link to find out more. \n 
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/bko-volunteer-day-surveillance-technology-oversight-project/
CATEGORIES:Free,Tours + Open Houses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20240717T192020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T215127Z
UID:10005905-1777489200-1777500000@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Sound + Fury Trivia Nights
DESCRIPTION:HOW IT WORKS:\n• 4 rounds of 5 questions each.\n• Wager 1\, 2\, 3\, or 4 on the first 4 questions.\n• 5th question is worth a fixed amount.\n• Each question has a song clue to help you or maybe throw you off. \nRULES:\n• NO CHEATING. Cheating is for suckers.\n• SUBMISSION IS ALL DIGITAL. Be sure to bring a charged phone.\n• TEAMS are limited to groups of 7 or less.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/soundfury-trivia/2026-04-29/
CATEGORIES:Free,Games,Eat + Drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260413T144245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T144245Z
UID:10012187-1777568400-1777579200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Jay St MashUp @ City Tech
DESCRIPTION:The Humanities Department at City Tech presents Jay St MashUp\, a follow-up to last year’s exhilarating international music event\, held in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn. A myriad of music genres from Colombia\, Indonesia\, Brazil\, Cuba\, and the U.S. will be heard as yet another amazing array of groups takes the stage. \nThis year’s dynamic\, free program will feature Martín Vejarano & Magia Gaitera\, Gamelan Yowana Sari\, Guitarist Michael Cedric Smith\, Max Pollak Group\, and Gato Loco! RSVP for tickets!
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/jay-st-mashup-city-tech/
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T123502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T123502Z
UID:10012205-1777572000-1777579200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Woody Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Woody Wednesdays (and one Woody Thursday) bring together NYU students\, alumni\, and guest artists for acoustic sets inside the exhibition Woody Guthrie: What This Guitar Might Do. Each night features artists reinterpreting Guthrie’s work alongside original songs. \nFeel free to drop by\, no registration is needed. \nWednesday April 15\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerforming artists: \n\nHannah Hoberman (Gallatin 2027)\nNora Conlon\nDrake Hunt\n\nWednesday April 22\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nPerforming artists: \n\nSofia D’Angelo\nGoldfish Funeral (Jack Bobley) (Tish 2026)\nStevie Bill\n\nThursday April 30\, 6:00 – 8:00 pm\nPerforming artists: \n\nCaleb Moore (Steinhardt\, 2022)\nCalling Margaret (Genevieve Kleyhans) (Tisch\, 2026)\nRemi Baker (Clive Davis Institute\, 2026)
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/woody-wednesdays/2026-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T142044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142044Z
UID:10012193-1777572000-1777582800@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Mizik Ayiti! Residency Spring Series | Twoubadou Lakay
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Thursdays for the Mizik Ayiti! Residency Series. The Spring residency will be held by Twoubadou Lakay. \nTwoubadou Lakay is a collective of master musicians rooted in the rich traditions of Haitian music. The ensemble blends the storytelling spirit and dancing guitars of Haitian Twoubadou with deep Haitian rhythms\, jazz sensibilities\, and improvisational dialogue. Twoubadou Lakay is tradition reimagined through a contemporary lens. Their sound is both intimate and expansive—grounded in lakou culture\, yet reaching across the diaspora—creating a musical space where heritage\, memory\, and innovation meet. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s Haiti Cultural Exchange residency will feature core members Bobby Raymond\, Markus Schwartz\, Gary Josama\, Gama Josama\, Joe Montour\, Camille Hostin and Roland Cameau in revolving formations. Twoubadou Lakay invites audiences into a living\, breathing experience of Haitian musical expression—honoring the past while shaping its future. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s five-week residency at HCX will feature unique performances weekly.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/mizik-ayiti-residency-spring-series-twoubadou-lakay/2026-04-30/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music,Brooklyn Cultural District
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260408T174944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T174944Z
UID:10012158-1777573800-1777579200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Practicing Brooklyn NOW: Working Locally in a Global City
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to build a practice rooted in Brooklyn? This panel highlights architects and designers whose work is deeply embedded in Brooklyn’s neighborhoods. Speakers will discuss building a local practice\, working with community clients\, and balancing local impact with broader professional pressures. \nBrooklyn NOW! 2026\, presented at BPL’s Library for Arts & Culture\, celebrates the design forces actively shaping our borough today. Opening in April 2026\, the exhibition highlights how architects\, builders\, and visionaries are reimagining Brooklyn’s streets\, homes\, and civic spaces. The exhibition will be accompanied by five in-person public programs\, including a gallery opening that invites visitors to engage directly with the ideas and people behind the work.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/practicing-brooklyn-now-working-locally-in-a-global-city/
CATEGORIES:Free,Classes/Workshops,Talks/Lectures,Brooklyn Cultural District
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260302T202809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T202809Z
UID:10012041-1777647600-1777651200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition Tour\, The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center of Brooklyn History for a free tour of The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered. \nIn August of 1776\, the first and largest battle of the American Revolution took place in what is now Brooklyn\, NY. The Battle of Brooklyn: Fought and Remembered uses primary source material from the Center for Brooklyn History’s collection to relay the story of this turning point in American history\, sharing the events of this battle with new relevance. \nOn this in-depth tour of the exhibition\, visitors will get a tour of the exhibition\, featuring artifacts\, archival documents\, artwork\, and exclusive access to rare maps that bring the summer of 1776 alive\, 250 years later. This tour will also offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the process of putting together this exhibition at the Center for Brooklyn History.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/exhibition-tour-the-battle-of-brooklyn-fought-and-remembered/2026-05-01/
CATEGORIES:Free,Tours + Open Houses,Brooklyn Cultural District
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T143628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T143628Z
UID:10012165-1778079600-1778083200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the wonders of Abolitionist Place—where every Wednesday in May and June offers a new adventure! Presented with support from Council Member Lincoln Restler and the New York City Council. \nMay 6\, 13\, 20 and 27 \nBrianna Kalisch \nBrianna Kalisch isn’t just a stilt walker — she’s a multi-talented circus artist\, performer\, and creative producer whose work blends physical artistry with storytelling. Catch her as she struts through the park and learn the art of stilt walking! All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided. \nJune 3\, 10 and 24 \nFlow Juggle \nToss some fun into your day with Brooklyn’s favorite juggler\, Martin Kalwill. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to up your juggling game\, Martin has tips and tricks for all. All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/wednesday-wonders-2/2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Brooklyn Presents,Free,Family-friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20240717T192020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T215127Z
UID:10005906-1778094000-1778104800@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Sound + Fury Trivia Nights
DESCRIPTION:HOW IT WORKS:\n• 4 rounds of 5 questions each.\n• Wager 1\, 2\, 3\, or 4 on the first 4 questions.\n• 5th question is worth a fixed amount.\n• Each question has a song clue to help you or maybe throw you off. \nRULES:\n• NO CHEATING. Cheating is for suckers.\n• SUBMISSION IS ALL DIGITAL. Be sure to bring a charged phone.\n• TEAMS are limited to groups of 7 or less.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/soundfury-trivia/2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:Free,Games,Eat + Drink
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T142044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142044Z
UID:10012194-1778176800-1778187600@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Mizik Ayiti! Residency Spring Series | Twoubadou Lakay
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Thursdays for the Mizik Ayiti! Residency Series. The Spring residency will be held by Twoubadou Lakay. \nTwoubadou Lakay is a collective of master musicians rooted in the rich traditions of Haitian music. The ensemble blends the storytelling spirit and dancing guitars of Haitian Twoubadou with deep Haitian rhythms\, jazz sensibilities\, and improvisational dialogue. Twoubadou Lakay is tradition reimagined through a contemporary lens. Their sound is both intimate and expansive—grounded in lakou culture\, yet reaching across the diaspora—creating a musical space where heritage\, memory\, and innovation meet. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s Haiti Cultural Exchange residency will feature core members Bobby Raymond\, Markus Schwartz\, Gary Josama\, Gama Josama\, Joe Montour\, Camille Hostin and Roland Cameau in revolving formations. Twoubadou Lakay invites audiences into a living\, breathing experience of Haitian musical expression—honoring the past while shaping its future. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s five-week residency at HCX will feature unique performances weekly.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/mizik-ayiti-residency-spring-series-twoubadou-lakay/2026-05-07/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music,Brooklyn Cultural District
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T144917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T144917Z
UID:10012181-1778324400-1778335200@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Show Brooklyn Some Love Fest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Brooklyn moms with a joyful day of fun featuring a pick-your-own bouquet flower bar\, DJ Mike spinning in Albee Square\, hands-on crafts\, the Brooklyn Museum on Wheels\, and family photo moments. 
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/show-brooklyn-some-love-fest-2/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Brooklyn Presents,Free,Festivals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T143628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T143628Z
UID:10012166-1778684400-1778688000@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the wonders of Abolitionist Place—where every Wednesday in May and June offers a new adventure! Presented with support from Council Member Lincoln Restler and the New York City Council. \nMay 6\, 13\, 20 and 27 \nBrianna Kalisch \nBrianna Kalisch isn’t just a stilt walker — she’s a multi-talented circus artist\, performer\, and creative producer whose work blends physical artistry with storytelling. Catch her as she struts through the park and learn the art of stilt walking! All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided. \nJune 3\, 10 and 24 \nFlow Juggle \nToss some fun into your day with Brooklyn’s favorite juggler\, Martin Kalwill. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to up your juggling game\, Martin has tips and tricks for all. All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/wednesday-wonders-2/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Brooklyn Presents,Free,Family-friendly
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T220000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20240717T192020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T215127Z
UID:10005907-1778698800-1778709600@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Sound + Fury Trivia Nights
DESCRIPTION:HOW IT WORKS:\n• 4 rounds of 5 questions each.\n• Wager 1\, 2\, 3\, or 4 on the first 4 questions.\n• 5th question is worth a fixed amount.\n• Each question has a song clue to help you or maybe throw you off. \nRULES:\n• NO CHEATING. Cheating is for suckers.\n• SUBMISSION IS ALL DIGITAL. Be sure to bring a charged phone.\n• TEAMS are limited to groups of 7 or less.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/soundfury-trivia/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Free,Games,Eat + Drink
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/circa-brewing-people-drinking.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T142044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T142044Z
UID:10012195-1778781600-1778792400@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Mizik Ayiti! Residency Spring Series | Twoubadou Lakay
DESCRIPTION:Join Haiti Cultural Exchange on Thursdays for the Mizik Ayiti! Residency Series. The Spring residency will be held by Twoubadou Lakay. \nTwoubadou Lakay is a collective of master musicians rooted in the rich traditions of Haitian music. The ensemble blends the storytelling spirit and dancing guitars of Haitian Twoubadou with deep Haitian rhythms\, jazz sensibilities\, and improvisational dialogue. Twoubadou Lakay is tradition reimagined through a contemporary lens. Their sound is both intimate and expansive—grounded in lakou culture\, yet reaching across the diaspora—creating a musical space where heritage\, memory\, and innovation meet. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s Haiti Cultural Exchange residency will feature core members Bobby Raymond\, Markus Schwartz\, Gary Josama\, Gama Josama\, Joe Montour\, Camille Hostin and Roland Cameau in revolving formations. Twoubadou Lakay invites audiences into a living\, breathing experience of Haitian musical expression—honoring the past while shaping its future. \nTwoubadou Lakay’s five-week residency at HCX will feature unique performances weekly.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/mizik-ayiti-residency-spring-series-twoubadou-lakay/2026-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Free,Art,Music,Brooklyn Cultural District
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260414T135555
CREATED:20260414T143628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T143628Z
UID:10012167-1779289200-1779292800@www.downtownbrooklyn.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday Wonders
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the wonders of Abolitionist Place—where every Wednesday in May and June offers a new adventure! Presented with support from Council Member Lincoln Restler and the New York City Council. \nMay 6\, 13\, 20 and 27 \nBrianna Kalisch \nBrianna Kalisch isn’t just a stilt walker — she’s a multi-talented circus artist\, performer\, and creative producer whose work blends physical artistry with storytelling. Catch her as she struts through the park and learn the art of stilt walking! All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided. \nJune 3\, 10 and 24 \nFlow Juggle \nToss some fun into your day with Brooklyn’s favorite juggler\, Martin Kalwill. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to up your juggling game\, Martin has tips and tricks for all. All skill levels are welcome and equipment will be provided.
URL:https://www.downtownbrooklyn.com/event/wednesday-wonders-2/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Downtown Brooklyn Presents,Free,Family-friendly
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