Desi Things To Do in New York City

February 2026

► Garam Masala Dating: THE REVIVAL (live South Asian dating show at Top Secret Comedy Club) >>

February 04 (Wednesday)

► In Store: Reena Shah + Every Happiness w/ Paul Lisicky: book event & conversation in NYC. >>

► After All This: Making Your Second Work: creative/artist talk on sophomore projects.>>

February 12 (Thursday)

► Pushing 30 – A New Comedy Hour by Abby Govindan: stand-up comedy show. >>

February 21 (Saturday)

► Flower Festival (Pushpotsavam & Flower Holi) – With Dinner: a vibrant flower festival + Holi celebration with dinner in NYC. >>

March 2026

March 5 (Thursday)

► Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook w/ Samah Dada: book talk and cooking exploration. >>

March 11 (Wednesday)

► 2026 Science & Literature Ceremony: ceremony celebrating science and literature achievements. >>

March 12 (Thursday)

► Yamini Narayanan: Animating Construction: art & animation event exploring architectural ideas. >>

► Karan Mahajan: author talk or reading event featuring Karan Mahajan. >>

March 14 (Saturday)

► Rising South Asian Artists: showcase of creative South Asian artists. >>

April 2026

April 14 (Tuesday)

► Come Celebrate Vaisakhi With Us: community festival celebrating the Punjabi New Year. >>