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Edges of Ailey, Whitney Museum of American Art. Photo: Natasha Moustache

Fall 2024 Arts Guide

A packed schedule of performances and exhibits takes center stage this fall. Among the big names, you’ll find new seasons for the Met Opera, Carnegie Hall and New York Philharmonic, in addition to the kickoff of the Brooklyn Museum’s bicentennial. Other highlights include El Museo’s triennial featuring Latino artists, an in-depth show about original Morgan Library director Belle da Costa Greene, a look at Futura’s career as a street artist and a celebration of fashion icon, movie star and ever-popular doll Barbie.

FALL EXHIBITS IN NYC

Dancers performing at the Whitney Museum

Oct 29, 2024 - Feb 9, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Meatpacking District

Edges of Ailey

This exhibition on the iconic dancer includes a range of public programs.

A postcard that says Greetings from New York

Oct 29, 2024 - Feb 17, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Upper East Side

Art Deco City

Leonard Lauder's collection of art deco postcards of the City go on display.

Barbie doll wears a black and white bathing suit

Oct 29, 2024 - Mar 16, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Upper West Side

Barbie: A Cultural Icon

Trace the doll’s rise from toy to icon at this Museum of Arts and Design exhibition.

Draft page by Robert Caro

Oct 29, 2024 - Feb 2, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Upper West Side

Truth to Power: Robert Caro’s The Power Broker at 50

Take a look at the research that led this landmark book on Robert Moses.

Sep 8, 2024 - Ongoing

Museums & Galleries

South Bronx

Futura 2000: Breaking Out

The Bronx Museum looks at the artist’s long career, from graffiti artist to contemporary sculpture.

A black and white image by Robert Frank

Oct 29, 2024 - Jan 11, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Midtown West

Life Dances On: Robert Frank in Dialogue

MoMA takes a new look at the artist’s life and work on the occasion of his centenary.

An image of the Republican Song Book with Abraham Lincoln on the cover

Oct 29, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024

Museums & Galleries

Upper East Side

Abraham Lincoln: His Life in Print

Learn about how books shaped Lincoln, and the documentation of his life in print.

An image of Michael Jordan

Oct 29, 2024 - Feb 25, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Chelsea

Just Frame It: How Nike Turned Sports Stars into Superheroes

Before the internet, Nike posters were how fans connected with their favorite athletes.

A portrait of a person sitting on a rock in a garden with flowers in the background.

Oct 29, 2024 - Ongoing

Museums & Galleries

Prospect Heights

Brooklyn Museum Bicentennial

Celebrate the museum's bicentennial with a year of exhibits and programming.

A sketch on a notebook

Oct 29, 2024 - Jan 19, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Soho

The Way I See It: Selections from the KAWS Collection

Known for his big sculptures, the artist has also produced a large collection of works on paper.

Two people carry ancient sound instruments.

Oct 29, 2024 - Feb 9, 2025

Museums & Galleries

East Harlem

La Trienal 2024

El Museo's triennial survey of contemporary art showcases more than 30 artists in 2024.

A painting of The Virgin and Child with Saints

Oct 29, 2024 - Jan 26, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Upper East Side

Siena: The Rise of Painting, 1300–1350

This exhibition features more than 100 paintings, sculptures and textiles that highlight the role of Sienese artists

A black and white portrait of Belle da Costa Greene

Oct 29, 2024 - May 4, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Midtown East

Belle da Costa Greene: A Librarian’s Legacy

Learn the true story of Mr. Morgan's personal librarian.

Nov 8, 2024 - Mar 9, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Upper East Side

Harmony and Dissonance: Orphism in Paris, 1910–1930

Works representing this early 20th century movement take over the Guggenheim.

A photograph of The Animal Band by Ralph Lemon

Nov 14, 2024 - Mar 24, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Long Island City

Ceremonies out of the Air

This MoMA PS1 exhibit offers performances and installations that show off the many talents of choreographer Ralph Lemon.

It's Time For Culture

This fall, NYC is overflowing with cultural events! Museums, galleries and performing arts centers will have special offerings citywide. Don’t miss out—these limited-time engagements end October 27.

FALL PERFORMANCES IN NYC

Dancers on stage perform an urban dance mixed with martial arts

Oct 29, 2024 - Feb 16, 2025

Performing Arts

Chelsea

Joyce Theater Fall/Winter 2024–2025 Season

The Joyce’s season features a range of performances on the Chelsea stage.

Opera performers on stage

Oct 29, 2024 - Jun 7, 2025

Performing Arts

Upper West Side

Met Opera 2024–2025 Season

The opera season encompasses favorites along with new productions.

New York Philharmonic on stage

Oct 29, 2024 - Jun 29, 2025

Performing Arts

Upper West Side

New York Philharmonic 2024–2025 Season

The Philharmonic captures music's history and future this season.

A portrait of Angélique Kidjo on a pink backdrop

Oct 29, 2024 - Jun 29, 2025

Performing Arts

Midtown West

Carnegie Hall 2024–2025 Season

Carnegie Hall is home to more than 150 concerts throughout the 2024–2025 season.

A photograph of The Animal Band by Ralph Lemon

Nov 14, 2024 - Mar 24, 2025

Museums & Galleries

Long Island City

Ceremonies out of the Air

This MoMA PS1 exhibit offers performances and installations that show off the many talents of choreographer Ralph Lemon.

BAM Next Wave Festival dancers on stage

Oct 29, 2024 - Jan 19, 2025

Events & Festivals

Fort Greene

BAM Next Wave Festival

New York City’s most daring survey of avant-garde performance takes place in Brooklyn.

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