Good afternoon, Astoria!
Friday gave us one last stunning sunset before the nor’easter rolled in and reminded us that summer is officially over. Now that we’ve survived the wind, rain, and whatever was happening with the trees this weekend, it’s time to get back out there.
This week in Astoria: a free runners workshop, USMNT watch parties, Nerd Night, trivia, Latino art and creatives, live comedy at QED, the Mystic Mega Market, and plenty more. Consider this your excuse to leave the house.
Local Gossip:
- Show Q.E.D. some support! AOC has stepped in to help take down the chalk vandal, but the best way to show some love? Go see a show this week. We love this place!
- Remember the cat rescued from Astoria Blvd traffic back in July? Boston Cream is STILL looking for her furever home! Check her out on Petfinder.
- A redditor shared her newly created Latinas Who Ski group! Check out the launch video.
- FREE sourdough tasting this Tuesday at Sac’s Place from 3:30–7:30pm! Come sample fresh-baked sourdough, baguettes and focaccia — and grab a loaf if you can't get enough!
Cheers,
Angelina & Stacey
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This week in Astoria
September 28th - October 4th |
Monday, September 28, 2026
Astoria Art Walk Continues!
9/14-9/30, Ditmars, @astoriaartcenter; @ditmarsblvd
If you haven't taken a look yet, make your way down Ditmars Blvd for the 2nd Ditmars Art Walk! For the rest of the month, 13 local businesses will be featuring the work of 14 local artists throughout the Ditmars community. And the best part? It’s completely free! Click the link to see full lineup of artists, participating businesses & Gallery Party dates! Tonight's gallery party is for Grace Ji Yan Rodriguez-Tsang at the Rivercrest starting at 6pm.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Free Running Workshop @ SOMA PT/OT
6pm, SOMA Physical and Occupational Therapy, @somaptot
Explore the key components of healthy running, including warm-up strategies, zone training, endurance and strength training, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. The workshop includes a 5-minute running warm-up and a complimentary post-workshop running screen!
U.S. Soccer Watch Party: USMNT vs Chile
8pm, Rivercrest, @ao_qns
Join the American Outlaws Queens chapter for U.S. soccer watch parties at Rivercrest, the home bar in Queens for U.S. soccer. Bring your passion and energy to cheer alongside the best fans and be a part of a vibrant community of supporters, while enjoying BIG SCREEN action WITH SOUND and HAPPY HOUR pricing!
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Deep Listening - A 25-hour Training
6:45pm, Sacred Space Astoria, @sacredspace_astoria
Deep Listening is the ability to listen to yourself - your body, intuition, Self - and then use those same skills to be fully present to and deeply connect with others in your life. Taught over an 8-week period, this training will lead to increased awareness of your body and self, and connecting with others. We are offering 2 partial scholarships: one covering 50% of the tuition and one covering 25%.
Survivor Viewing Party
8pm, Kween, @kweenastoria
Held every week! It's time to grab a torch, approach the flame.. dip it in, and get fire. No cover! Happy Hour specials 4-7pm, followed by the screening and closing out with karaoke, hosted by Hassan.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Free Low Impact Bodyweight Circuit Training
6pm, Astoria Park Pool Deck, @nycparks
Mobilize and restore your body’s movement capacity with this evenly-paced class designed for beginners and those who prefer a low level of intensity. Class normally meets at the Astoria Park Pool Deck, and in the event of light rain class will be moved to Playground A under the Triboro Bridge.
Nerd Night: Housing 101
6:30pm, The Ditty, @peteatomao
Join us at The Ditty for a fun, informal night digging into how affordable housing actually works in NYC—and how we can build more of it.
We’ll kick things off with a handful of short, quirky presentations that break down the ins, outs, and oddities of housing in New York. Then stick around for a social, happy hour bingo, and a chance to meet neighbors, swap ideas, and learn how to get involved. No expertise required, new faces encouraged. All are welcome :)
Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader Trivia Night!
7pm, Pig Beach BBQ, @nexus.trivia
Are you smarter than a fifth grader? Of course you are! Win big prizes for it at Pig Beach and see how you stack up against your fellow Astorians! RSVP with the link!
Friday, October 2, 2026
Cannavita Art Gallery Nights
6pm, Cannavita Dispensary, @cannavita_dispensary
Every Friday, Cannavita transforms into Astoria’s only weekly art gallery inside a dispensary, featuring a rotating lineup of New York City artists. From paintings and drawings to graffiti-style work, sculpture, and mixed media, each week highlights original pieces from creators across the city.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
31st Ave Open Street
12:30pm, 31st Ave Open Street, @31staveopenstreet
This week features Jigsaw puzzle swap, a Hispanic Heritage Month Literacy Event, Indivisible Western Queens, and NYC Trivia League.
NEW DATE: Bohemian Battles
2:30pm, Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden, @nycarmoredcombat
Experience the thrill of real medieval combat with real steel, real weapons, and full-contact battles -- live in Astoria!
Café con Arte: Celebrating Latino Artists & Creatives
4pm, LM Cafe, @L.m_cafe
Celebrate Latino artists and creatives at Café con Arte in Astoria. Meet local artists, shop their work, and enjoy food and community at this FREE event.
Solo: A Show About Friendship ft. Chris Gethard
7:30pm, QED: Astoria, @gabemollica
Gabe Mollica’s hit off-broadway comedy about friendship comes to QED October 3rd with special guest Chris Gethard. Gabe is gearing up to film the special in November that Chris will direct.
U.S. Soccer Watch Party: USMNT vs. Mexico
10pm, Rivercrest, @ao_qns
Catch the 80th showdown of the historic USA vs. Mexico rivalry with the American Outlaws Queens chapter at Rivercrest, the home bar in Queens for U.S. soccer. Bring your passion and energy to cheer alongside the best fans and be a part of a vibrant community of supporters, while enjoying BIG SCREEN action WITH SOUND and HAPPY HOUR pricing!
Sunday, October 4, 2026
F1 Bahrain GP Watch Party
3am, Kitty Sullivan's, @queens.f1racing
Next race is the Bahrain Grand Prix... in Malaysia. (We can explain in person) It's the return to Sepang for the first time in nearly 10 years. And wear your pjs cause it's a late race Saturday into Sunday with lights out at 3AM. We'll be watching the action at Kitty Sullivan's! See you there!
4th Annual Mystic Mega Market
1pm, 31st Avenue Open Street, @astoriamysticcircle
Discover a world of multicultural mystical wonders at the 4th annual Mystic Mega Market, a vibrant gathering of goods, crafts, art, food, workshops, astrologers, tarot and palm readers, psychics, healers, and more! Hosted by the Astoria Mystic Circle, this free event will transform the 31st Ave Open Street into a haven of magical experiences. Workshops will include tarot study with a professional tarot reader, candle magic, and more!
Suddenly, Cake Club (bring a cake, share a slice, sip something new)
3pm, Millie's Coffee Co., @butterboybakingco @milliescoffeenyc
A little Sunday afternoon cake swap with good cake, good coffee, and good company. Bring a cake to share, taste a slice from everyone, and take the rest home for later! $10 to participate; drinks purchased separately at Millie’s.
Maddie McClouskey and Brandon James Gwinn are Unsupervised
6pm, Singlecut Tap Room QNS, @singlecutqns
Award-winning cabaret performers Maddie McClouskey and Brandon James Gwinn are bringing 90s and early aughts nostalgia to Singlecut! Think MTV Unplugged meets piano bar. No cover, no minimum— just grab a drink or a bite and go analog with us for the night.
Make sure to confirm all event details with the organizers!
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