Exciting Events Around New York – November 2025

As autumn deepens and the air turns crisp, Great Performances continues to celebrate the rich cultural landscape of New York City. From inspiring concerts and art exhibitions to family-friendly performances and intimate dinners, our partner venues offer countless ways to embrace the beauty of November. As the exclusive caterer for many of these institutions, we’re proud to share some of the events that remind us why this season—and this city—are so special.

Apollo Theater

• Apollo Comedy Club – November 6, 2025
  Enjoy an evening of laughter at the Apollo’s signature stand-up series featuring emerging and established comedians in an intimate setting.
• Hang Time
  Join host Bob Sumner for a night of conversation, music, and storytelling celebrating the Apollo’s deep cultural roots.

Asia Society

• Mahsa and Marjan Vahdat in Concert: Deep Roots, Fresh Leaves
  Experience the enchanting harmonies of Iranian sisters Mahsa and Marjan Vahdat as they blend Persian classical traditions with contemporary sounds in a moving performance about defiance, hope, and sisterhood. (See also: Music Workshop with Mahsa and Marjan Vahdat: Songs of Defiance, Hope and Sisterhood the day before.)
• Elena Moon Park and Friends: Rabbit Days and Dumplings
  Beloved children’s musician Elena Moon Park returns with a joyful celebration of folk songs from East and Southeast Asia. Families can extend the experience with the Rhythm and Song Making with Elena Moon Park workshop the previous day.

BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music)

• Sing for Hope Family Jam
  A lively, interactive concert where families can sing and dance together, celebrating music’s power to connect and uplift communities.
• Best of BAMkids Film Festival: Ages 6–8
  Enjoy a curated selection of short films from around the world designed to spark imagination and laughter in young audiences.
• FOR REAL
  An inventive stage performance that blends theater, movement, and storytelling to explore authenticity and the search for truth in modern life.

Brooklyn Museum

• Art History Happy Hour: Monet and Venice – November 13, 2025
  Raise a glass and enjoy an evening of art, conversation, and cocktails inspired by the exhibition Monet in Venice, featuring insights from curators and special guests.
• Caroline Schiff x Brooklyn Museum Pop-Up Diner
  Savor a special menu by acclaimed pastry chef Caroline Schiff at the Brooklyn Museum’s Pop-Up Diner—an inventive dining experience combining culinary creativity with artful ambiance.The pop-up is open on weekends in November.

Caramoor

• Christie Dashiell presented in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center
  A mesmerizing evening of jazz vocals as Christie Dashiell brings her soulful sound to Caramoor in a performance co-presented with Jazz at Lincoln Center.
• Poiesis Quartet
  The award-winning string quartet performs an exquisite program that bridges classical repertoire with bold, contemporary works.
• The Arcadian Wild
  Blending bluegrass, folk, and chamber music, this Nashville-based trio delivers intricate harmonies and heartfelt storytelling in an intimate concert setting.
• Rosanne Cash Benefit Concert
  Legendary singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash takes the stage for a special benefit performance supporting Caramoor’s music and education programs.

Jazz at Lincoln Center

• Cyro Baptista at 75: A Banquet for the Spirits
  Celebrate Brazilian percussionist Cyro Baptista’s 75th birthday with an exuberant performance blending jazz, world rhythms, and improvisation.
• Steve Miller
  Rock icon Steve Miller joins Jazz at Lincoln Center for a unique concert fusing blues, rock, and jazz influences in a rare live appearance.
• Journey Through Jazz: The Mighty Negro Spirituals
  The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis explores the deep roots and enduring influence of the spiritual in jazz and American music.

Poster House

• First Friday
  Enjoy free museum admission, special tours, and creative programming during Poster House’s monthly evening celebration.
• Premium Members-Only Tour: NYBG Patron Preview of the Holiday Train Show
  Join fellow Poster House members for an exclusive preview of the New York Botanical Garden’s beloved Holiday Train Show—an elegant kickoff to the winter season. (Become a member!)
• Fascist Lettering Tour
  Explore how typography and design were used as propaganda tools in 20th-century Italy during this expert-led exhibition tour.
• Docent Tour: Dorothy Waugh’s National Park Posters
  Discover the artistry and history behind Dorothy Waugh’s celebrated posters in this guided exploration of her work for the U.S. National Parks Service.

Wave Hill

• Fall Terrace Party
  Celebrate the season surrounded by autumn color at Wave Hill’s annual fall gathering featuring live music, cocktails, and scenic views of the Hudson River.
• Fiery Fall Sunset Yoga
  Unwind and reconnect with nature during an outdoor yoga session timed perfectly with the vivid colors of sunset over the Palisades.

From soulful concerts and interactive family jams to art tours and culinary pop-ups, November at our partner venues offers something for everyone. Great Performances is honored to collaborate with these institutions to make every event—and every season—an experience to savor.