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NYC Weekend Events: What's Going On April 7-9

It is Easter Weekend and there is lots to do around New York City in the coming days. Here are some options.

An image of painted Easter eggs.
An image of painted Easter eggs. (Peggy Bayard/Patch)

NEW YORK CITY, NY — The weather is getting warmer and there is plenty to do around New York City in the coming days.

From Easter celebrations to a Jerry Seinfeld show, there are lots of activity options around the city.

Here is a variety of events you can check out during the next couple of days.

Find out what's happening in Washington Heights-Inwoodfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Friday

Pickleball Courts Open In Central Park: Manhattan

The largest pickleball installation in the Northeast will open on Friday and continue through Oct. 9.

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There will be 14 courts run by CityPickle open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

You can find out more — HERE.

Jerry Seinfeld at the Beacon Theater: Upper West Side

The legendary New York comedian will be performing at the Beacon Theater on Friday night.

The show will start at 7 p.m.

You can find out more information — HERE.

Saturday

New York International Music Festival: Carnegie Hall, Manhattan

The international music festival will begin on April 8 and run through April 12 within Carnegie Hall at 881 Seventh Ave.

There will be performances from bands, orchestras, and choirs.

You can find out more — HERE.

Easter Festival: Juniper Valley, Queens

The Queens Recreation Center and City Council Member Robert Holden will host a day-packed with Easter activities.

There will be Easter egg hunts, Easter and spring-themed arts and crafts, carnival games, and other activities. It will be at Juniper Valley Park.

You can find out more — HERE.

Sunday

Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival: St. Patrick's Cathedral, Manhattan

The annual Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival will march on Fifth Avenue, from 49th to 57th streets.

There will be bonnets, costumes, and holiday cheer.

You can find out more — HERE.

Easter Egg Hunt and Playground: East Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Coffee Kids Play is hosting an Easter egg hunt and pop-up playground at 260 Johnson Ave.

Here's a list of the activities.

  • Arts and Crafts: 1 p.m.-6 p.m.
  • Face painting : 2 p.m.-6 p.m.
  • Egg Hunt: 4 p.m.
  • Playground: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

You can find out more information — HERE.

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