No Pants Subway Ride And More: Fun Events In Manhattan

DOWNTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — Lots of events have been canceled or postponed this week as the city sits under a blanket of snow brought by the "cyclone bomb" snow storm, but Patch rounded up all the best things to do this weekend that will proceed, rain, shine or cyclone bomb snowstorm.

No Pants Subway Ride

When: 3 p.m. on Jan. 7

Where: Everywhere in NYC. In Manhattan, you can join the (very cold) adventure at these locations.

What: The 17th “No Pants Subway Ride” is encouraging subway riders in New York City and around to the world to casually ride mass transit while complete pants-less. This weekend, it’ll be a frigid endeavor for pranksters who want to bare (almost) everything; the high on Sunday is forecasted at 21 degrees. The joke is meant to be a giant, citywide prank on those not in the know: If you’re participating in the no pants subway ride, you’re supposed to act like everything in normal, and not even acknowledge other pants-less commuters. The gag comes from the comedy group Improv Everywhere, which routinely puts on pranks throughout the city, like when it turned this MTA elevator into an Apple store.

Twin Peaks Marathon at the MoMA

When: Begins 6 p.m. on Jan. 6

Where: The Museum of Modern Art, 11 W. 53rd St.

What to do: Looking for a warmer activity this weekend and one that (presumably) requires pants? This weekend, MoMA is showing all 18 hours of the cult-favorite “Twin Peaks.” Tickets are free but only available on a first-come, first-served basis. Another plus? Binge-watching TV at the MoMA on a big screen is definitely more impressive that doing so on your couch. You can learn more and reserve a ticket here.

Professional Bull Riders at Madison Square Garden

When: Jan. 5 - 7

Where: Madison Square Garden

What: The Professional Bull Riders’ association is making its annual visit to Madison Square Garden, and bringing you the opportunity to watch professional cowboys stay on top of bucking bulls for up to eight seconds. The exciting show will feel like a different world that the snowy tundra currently outside of the Garden. You can buy tickets here.

A Wizarding Tour of the Met

When: 11 a.m. on Jan. 6

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 Fifth Ave.

What: If you're looking for more indoor activities to keep you out of the cold, two local groups are hosting a regular wizard-themed tour of one of the most storied art institutions in the world. "Griffins, Goblets and Gold" is put on by the groups Secret NYC and Fever, and will curate the Met's massive offering to show you the most Hogwarts-esqe artworks in store. You can get tickets here.

Image credit: Courtesy of Improv Everywhere