The weekend brings a great mix of major sports and high profile music to the metropolitan area. While drizzle is in the forecast, the sheer density of events at Citi Field and MetLife Stadium ensures plenty of action regardless of the clouds. Use the Saturday late afternoon window for any necessary outdoor errands.
Expect a consistently damp weekend with light drizzle and highs peaking at 78 degrees. The most reliable window for outdoor activities is Saturday late afternoon when conditions improve for a few hours.
The Shortlist
Sat 7:30 PM · Sports Illustrated Stadium
Major League Soccer action at Sports Illustrated Stadium as the Red Bulls take on Orlando City SC.
Pro move: Wear light layers as the evening drizzle can feel cooler than the forecast suggests.
Fri 8:00 PM · Barclays Center
A heavy-hitting Friday night performance by J. Cole at Barclays Center.
Pro move: The area around Atlantic Terminal will be packed: use the subway to bypass surface-level gridlock.
Sat 7:30 PM · Madison Square Garden
Progressive rock legends Rush take over the Garden for a massive Saturday night set.
Pro move: Penn Station access makes this an easy trip from Landing: check NJ Transit schedules for the last train home.
Fri 7:30 PM · Yankee Stadium
NYC FC hosts Toronto FC at Yankee Stadium for a cross-border Friday night clash.
Pro move: Secure your tickets early as these rivalry matches often see a late surge in demand.
Sat 8:00 PM · MetLife Stadium
K-pop icons BTS bring their global tour to the massive stage at MetLife Stadium.
Pro move: Anticipate heavy delays on Route 3 and the Turnpike: consider taking the Meadowlands Rail Line.
Stay dry out there and enjoy the heavy rotation of world class talent hitting NYC stages this weekend. We will see you back here next week.