397 events
Sunday, August 30, 2026

Unpacking the Punchline is a unique blend of comedy and catharsis where Adri Fernandez, an NYC-based comedian, performs 30 minutes of stand-up and then invites a licensed therapist to dissect her set.
Saturday, August 29, 2026

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.






Friday, August 28, 2026

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.



Every month StandUpTown brings some of NYC's and the country's hottest comics to QED.


Every Friday at 11pm, End of The Line Standup at QED is the place to be in Astoria!
Thursday, August 27, 2026


Comedian Dan Frank brings together New York’s funniest comics to test out their newest bits.





A drag king figure drawing night at Astoria Bookshop celebrating Tipping the Velvet with materials provided and a prize for best sketch.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026

The Jest Kidding! Comedy Show is back at Q.E.D. Astoria for another night of nonstop laughs featuring some of the funniest comics working in New York City today.

Creature Feature late night mic is every Wednesday at QED, free with one item minimum purchase.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026

Vice President JD Vance needs to come clean about his past and his memoir in his own one-man show, revealing the real story of what made him change his mind and support Donald Trump.

We're keeping the lesbian movie alive and on the big screen with this month's showing of "Not Just Passing Through", hosted by the Astoria Lesbian Book Club.


Monday, August 24, 2026

Join us for a morning of music, movement, and community for little ones and their grown-ups!


Creature Feature late night mic is every Wednesday at QED. Free with one item minimum purchase.

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Reading, singing, dancing, and more! We always have so much fun at QED's toddler story hour.

"Welcome to Midday: History Repeating" is a comedic storytelling show about how when Sharon Spell was growing up, she was often compared to her mother.



On select Sundays, QED and host Anna Dolezal bring you this womxn-only open mic!
Saturday, August 22, 2026

We welcome everyone interested in role playing games, whether you’ve never picked up a set of dice before or you’ve been running games for 20 years.

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.

Hosted by Lynn Bixenspan and Morgan Pielli, Relationshit features a mix of stories about all kinds of relationships and good old-fashioned new-fangled advice from REAL-LIFE THERAPISTS ONSTAGE.

Friday, August 21, 2026

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.


Creature Feature late night mic is every Wednesday at QED. Free with one item minimum purchase.


Every Friday at 11pm, End of The Line Standup at QED is the place to be in Astoria!
Thursday, August 20, 2026

Queens comedian Sam Bilsky brings along some of his funniest friends for a night of stand-up comedy!

Join NEI with City Institute featuring Dearborn for our Small Business Social Hour Series on Thursday, August 20 from 4-7 PM at the Tejara Innovation Hub!





Paid Protest is a comedy show that raises money for the Democratic Socialists and Other left leaning causes.
Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Comedian Gary Gulman performs an extended set of new material in preparation for his next special, and invites a few of his favorite local and visiting comedians to make you laugh.

Creature Feature late night mic is every Wednesday at QED, free with one item minimum purchase.




Tuesday, August 18, 2026

A monthly curated screening series of vintage Japanese Special Effect Film & TV.





Break out the board games and bring your friends to play anything you like.
Monday, August 17, 2026

Dot, The Hypnotist, a comedy hypnotist, invites audience volunteers to become the stars of the show.

Join us for a morning of music, movement, and community for little ones and their grown-ups!


This is not a ticketed event; this page is merely for information.



Sunday, August 16, 2026

Two little guys each perform a half hour of their best jokes.

If you're feeling stuck creatively, need inspiration, or need to bolster your self-expression, Reiki can help!

Reading, singing, dancing, and more! We always have so much fun at QED's toddler story hour.



On this walking tour, our expert guide will provide insights and put things in context as they take you around the downtown and throughout the decades in order to help locals and visitors understand how Detroit’s history shaped where we are today, what’s happening now and how we can become a model for what a 21st century equitable city should look like.


Saturday, August 15, 2026

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.

The Senate Theater presents an outdoor screening of The Giant Gila Monster as part of their annual Hot, Sweaty & Weird film series.

An intersectional feminist reading and discussion group in Astoria, Queens, NYC.

Reserve your Saturday for Detroit's most stylish daytime experience.




This social drawing event focuses on figure drawing from a live model.


Hosted by Matt Storrs, "How Was It?" is a storytelling show where we gather the best storytellers in NYC to share their most engaging, fascinating, hilarious and unforgettable stories.


Marina Casanova is thrilled to announce Deep Dive Burlesk's - August Show!

Friday, August 14, 2026

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.

This summer, our littlest lords, ladies, and playful fairies are taking center stage at our Shakespeare Theater Camp (Ages 4–8)!






Every Friday at 11pm, End of The Line Standup at QED is the place to be in Astoria!
Thursday, August 13, 2026

This summer, our littlest lords, ladies, and playful fairies are taking center stage at our Shakespeare Theater Camp (Ages 4–8)!





The NYC Magic Ensemble presents a night of world-class magicians and mentalists.

Comedian John Esposito brings along some of his funniest friends for a night of the best medicine.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Join Nicholas Freudenberg for a conversation on the movements that have shaped New York City over the last six decades.

Elizabeth June returns with her heartfelt solo show as she prepares to bring it to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

This summer, our littlest lords, ladies, and playful fairies are taking center stage at our Shakespeare Theater Camp (Ages 4–8)!


Creature Feature late night mic is every Wednesday at QED. Free with one item minimum purchase.



Tuesday, August 11, 2026

This summer, our littlest lords, ladies, and playful fairies are taking center stage at our Shakespeare Theater Camp (Ages 4–8)!




Monday, August 10, 2026
Recurring every Monday.

Calling all word nerds! Have you heard the buzz? Spelling Bee is BACK with hosts Calvin Cato (comedian, former Spelling Bee Champion) and Hannah Lieberman (comedian, QED owner).

This summer, our littlest lords, ladies, and playful fairies are taking center stage at our Shakespeare Theater Camp (Ages 4–8)!





Sunday, August 9, 2026

Queens Get The Funny is a stand-up showcase celebrating the chaos, charm and comedy of immigrant life in NYC.


Reading, singing, dancing, and more! We always have so much fun at QED's toddler story hour.

Myq is back with all-new jokes for just $10!

Pastry Chef Jessica Craig showcases seasonal pastries and desserts through collaborative pop-up events.







Saturday, August 8, 2026

In this fun and physical workshop, acclaimed performer Ithamar Enriquez will lead you through games, exercises, and techniques designed to unleash your physical comedy potential.

Acquire some tools and perspectives on how you use your body and better understand what it is you are actually communicating physically.

This free tour series is generously sponsored by Greektown Neighborhood Partnership.

This workshop focuses on using acting techniques to build authentic, dynamic characters—helping you make stronger choices, stay grounded in scenes, and create performances that are both funny and believable.


QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.






Experience full-contact medieval combat at Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden


Friday, August 7, 2026

Learn how to build a thriving community of people excited to see your work!

QED Presents is QED's series of house-booked stand up showcases, featuring national headliners.

This independent and locally-made documentary examines not just a series of crimes, but the social and political tensions that enabled them—many of which still resonate today.
Explore cinematic improv techniques to enhance your long form work.


Join us for the next Garden of Remedies workshop as we transform herbs from the garden into nourishing herbal skin care. Together we’ll learn about the traditional uses of calendula, yarrow, plantain, comfrey, buzz buttons, and frankincense while making a healing salve, botanical face serum, and herbal hand scrub to take home. No experience necessary. […] \n

Enjoy After Work Happy Hour NYC every Friday at South Beach Astoria with drink specials, food, hookah, and great weekend vibes. The Best After Work Fridays at South Beach Astoria – NYC Happy Hour 🎉 Looking for the perfect Friday Happy Hour in NYC? The Best After Work Fridays at South Beach Astoria is your go-to destination for after-work […] \n


Thursday, August 6, 2026


Just because it's hot out, doesn't mean we can't get sumptuous.



Play Thursdays | The Weekend Starts Now at South Beach Astoria Start your weekend early with Play Thursdays at South Beach Astoria, Astoria\'s ultimate Thursday night destination. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, premium hookah, top DJs, social gaming, and an upscale lounge atmosphere where you can relax, connect, and celebrate before the weekend rush. Whether you\'re meeting […] \n

Recurring every Thursday.

Flux Factory is pleased to present Itinerant Signal Institute (Rite of Spring), a solo exhibition by artist Amelia Marzec. Itinerant Signal Institute (Rite of Spring) is a fictional institute and installation, grounded in techno-ecological art. The story of the Institute is told through sculpture, digital images, internet art, microcontrollers, and scientific displays. In it, creatures […] \n




Wednesday, August 5, 2026

Recurring every Wednesday.



Hookah Night Wednesdays | $20 Hookah All Night in Astoria NYC Escape the midweek routine with Hookah Night Wednesdays at South Beach Astoria. Enjoy $20 hookah all night, handcrafted cocktails, premium drinks, social gaming, and a relaxed lounge atmosphere designed for the perfect Wednesday night in Astoria. Whether you\'re meeting friends after work, planning a […] \n

Tuesday, August 4, 2026


Recurring every Tuesday.



Recurring every Tuesday.



Join LIC Partnership and the LIC Business Improvement District for a summer networking night at Boro Hotel. Mingle with business and civic leaders on the Boro Hotel rooftop (weather permitting) over drinks and pizzas from Beebe\'s. Tickets: LICP and LIC BID Members: $25 Nonmembers: $45 Each ticket includes light bites and one (1) drink […] \n

Taco Tuesdays | $2 Tacos Every Tuesday in Astoria NYC Spice up your week with Taco Tuesdays at South Beach Astoria, where you can enjoy $2 tacos every Tuesday alongside handcrafted margaritas, premium tequila, live DJs, hookah, and an exciting nightlife atmosphere. It\'s the perfect destination to enjoy authentic flavors, great drinks, and unforgettable Tuesday […] \n


Monday, August 3, 2026

Judah Friedlander headlines a night of new-ish material right here in Queens!


Recurring every Monday.

Give your child the gift of tennis, exercise, social interaction, and skill development during the holiday breaks! Our program moves children through different stations, focusing on unique themes each day to fast-track progress while creating lifelong memories. The camp will be focused on stroke production, footwork + athletic skill development, rallying, and point play. Off-court […] \n

Through climbing and team-building exercises, Summer Adventure Weeks will teach your kiddo how to become big-hearted, open-minded, and prepared for the world ahead. Highlights: – Challenging Course Elements – Outdoor Recess at a local park, weather permitting – Building skills that will last a lifetime – Progressive curriculum design (grows throughout the week) – A […] \n

Let’s celebrate Summer with a week at the “beach”! Children will make artwork inspired by under the sea creatures, design their own tote bag to take to the beach, and create their dream vacation! There are TWO weeks of Beach Vacation Week so if registering for multiple weeks of camp, please double check your dates. […] \n

This summer, our littlest lords, ladies, and playful fairies are taking center stage at our Shakespeare Theater Camp (Ages 4–8)!

Recurring every Monday.

Sunday, August 2, 2026

Astoria favorite Will Purpura headlines a show featuring some of his funniest friends!

Dan Frigolette brings you an evening of unforgettable comedy right here at QED! Featuring Spencer Wright.




SummerSlam continues with championship fights and WWE’s biggest stars. Watch Night 2 live at The Rabbit Hole in Astoria with the full premium live event experience.


Creature Feature late night mic is every Wednesday at QED, free with one item minimum purchase.
Saturday, August 1, 2026




Two powerhouse WWE stars collide inside Hell in a Cell. Watch Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar live at The Rabbit Hole in Astoria for SummerSlam Night 1 action.

A world title is on the line as two elite lightweights collide. Watch Lamont Roach Jr. vs. William Zepeda live at The Rabbit Hole with every round on the big screens.
