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Best Live Entertainment in East Village, Manhattan

57 live entertainment in East Village (The EV), ranked by rating and reviews, with vibes and insider tips.

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Top ranked Live Entertainment in East Village

Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.

  1. Rank 1Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

    Comedy
    4.6 out of 5

    An all-star comedy show featuring comedians you know from SNL, Dropout, and the world of Film & Television doing improv inspired by true stories from a surprise celebrity guest. ASSSSCAT has played to critical acclaim and sold-out audiences across the country.

    Insider tip: If you are not at the theater more than 5 minutes before the start of the show, we may release your tickets to the waitlist. Under 17 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Please use discretion, as all our shows can potentially use adult/sexual material, language, and images. Livestream ticket buyers will receive an email with the livestream link one hour before the show. Link will remain accessible for 7 days after the show. All sales are final.

    • Lively
    • Fun
    • Social

  2. Rank 2Webster Hall

    Live music
    4.2 out of 5

    Webster Hall is a live music venue in East Village, Manhattan. A top destination for a great night out.

    • Lively
    • Exciting
    • Social

  3. Rank 3New York Theatre Workshop

    Theater
    4.8 out of 5

    Obie-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons return to NYTW with a transcendent musical memoir that's a deeply personal portrait of the unexpected joys and humor that are forged in the wake of loss. Theatre isn't a luxury, it's a necessity—a vital part of our culture that should be available to all.

    Insider tip: MY JOY IS HEAVY February 25, 2026-April 5, 2026. 2026 NYTW GALA March 2, 2026 at Gotham Hall. IN THE BRICKS May 5, 2026-June 14, 2026. Radical Access program: We're doing our part to remove obstacles that keep people from coming through our doors.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  4. Rank 4Classic Stage Company

    Theater
    4.7 out of 5

    In the 58 years since founding, CSC has become a leading Off-Broadway theater that is a home for new and established artists, as well as audiences seeking epic stories intimately told.

    Insider tip: Two-Play FlexPass Subscription: Experience MARCEL ON THE TRAIN and THE EMPORIUM for just $140. Upgrade to PRIME for $200 (just $60 more) for best seats. CSC patrons receive access to prime tickets, exclusive events and more.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  5. Rank 5Deluxx Fluxx

    Nightclub
    4.7 out of 5

    Deluxx Fluxx is a entertainment in East Village described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Exciting

All Live Entertainment in East Village

Ranked by rating and how many reviews back it. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • Event venue

    Strand Book Store

    4.8 out of 5, 16,324 reviewsPrice level $$

    Shop Books Online - Collectibles, Signed Editions & Staff Picks

    • Lively
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    New York Theatre Workshop

    4.8 out of 5

    Obie-winning duo & NYTW Usual Suspects The Bengsons return to NYTW with a transcendent musical memoir that's a deeply personal portrait of the unexpected joys and humor that are forged in the wake of loss. Theatre isn't a luxury, it's a necessity—a vital part of our culture that should be available to all.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Comedy

    East Village Stand Up Comedy

    4.9 out of 5

    East Village Stand Up Comedy is a entertainment in East Village described by visitors as an entertainment venue, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Fun
    • Social

  • Event venue

    Civic Hall

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    124 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003

    • Fun
    • Social

  • Comedy

    BATSU!

    4.7 out of 5

    In Japan, there is a style of comedy known as batsu game (罰ゲーム), where comedians compete in challenges of all kinds with the losers receiving a punishment. BATSU! brings this comedy style to America, with comedians competing to avoid electric shocks, paintballs, a giant egg-smashing chicken, and many more hilarious jaw-dropping punishments!

    • Lively
    • Fun
    • Social

  • Nightclub

    Deluxx Fluxx

    4.7 out of 5

    Deluxx Fluxx is a entertainment in East Village described by visitors as an entertainment venue, relaxed atmosphere, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Lively
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club

    4.7 out of 5

    LA MAMA IS A CULTURAL INSTITUTION DEDICATED TO THE ARTIST AND ALL ASPECTS OF THE THEATRE. La MaMa is a world-renowned New York Cultural Institution dedicated to the artist and all aspects of the theatre.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Classic Stage Company

    4.7 out of 5

    In the 58 years since founding, CSC has become a leading Off-Broadway theater that is a home for new and established artists, as well as audiences seeking epic stories intimately told.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Movie theater

    Anthology Film Archives

    4.6 out of 5

    Anthology Film Archives is a theater venue in East Village, Manhattan. A top destination for a great night out.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Teatro Círculo

    4.8 out of 5

    Teatro Círculo is a dynamic, community-based, not-for-profit theater company that serves to fortify the preservation and education of the classical and contemporary Latino performing arts.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Jazz

    Five Spot Jazz

    5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    WELCOME TO THE NEW FIVE SPOT—HOME AGAIN IN THE EAST VILLAGE

    • Intimate
    • Sophisticated
    • Smooth

  • Theater

    Accomplice the Show

    4.7 out of 5

    Accomplice The Show is a delicious and engaging blend of walking tour, scavenger hunt and immersive, adventure theater all set in New York City's Greenwich Village. Our guests meet characters, solve puzzles, have a few drinks along the way and lots of laughs!

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Comedy

    Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre

    4.6 out of 5

    An all-star comedy show featuring comedians you know from SNL, Dropout, and the world of Film & Television doing improv inspired by true stories from a surprise celebrity guest. ASSSSCAT has played to critical acclaim and sold-out audiences across the country.

    • Lively
    • Fun
    • Social

  • Event venue

    Treehouse Social Club

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    190 1st Ave Ground Floor, New York, NY 10009

    • Fun
    • Social

  • Event venue

    Chabad House Bowery

    4.7 out of 5Price level $$

    353 Bowery, New York, NY 10003

    • Fun
    • Social

  • Theater

    Orpheum Theatre

    4.6 out of 5

    Orpheum Theatre is a theater venue in East Village, Manhattan. A top destination for a great night out.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Mabou Mines

    4.8 out of 5

    Mabou Mines is a entertainment in East Village described by visitors as an entertainment venue. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Event venue

    6/8 Studios Recording

    4.9 out of 5Price level $

    79 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003

    • Lively
    • Exciting
    • Social

  • Theater

    Theater For the New City

    4.5 out of 5

    THEATER FOR THE NEW CITY is a unique Cultural Institution that has earned a nationwide reputation for its dedication to nurturing established and emerging playwrights who experiment with new forms and to presenting other experimental and developmental theaters with a very active program of Community Art Services and Festivals which continue to expand theater accessibility.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Performance Space New York

    4.6 out of 5

    Performance Space New York is a theater venue in East Village, Manhattan. A top destination for a great night out.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Kraine Theater

    4.5 out of 5

    Kraine Theater is a theater venue in East Village, Manhattan. A top destination for a great night out.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Under St Marks Theater

    4.5 out of 5

    Under St Marks Theater is a entertainment in East Village described by visitors as an entertainment venue, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    Downtown Art

    4.8 out of 5

    Advancing the practice of civically engaged artists by providing opportunities to create, share, learn, gather, and build partnerships. We share our space with artists addressing equity, diversity and civic engagement.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

  • Theater

    IATI Theater

    4.8 out of 5

    IATI Theater produces theater productions that command attention. Since 1968, our multicultural theater has served as a cultural bridge, connecting artists and audiences across languages, borders, and traditions.

    • Cultural
    • Immersive
    • Exciting

Frequently asked questions

What are the best entertainment venues in East Village?
Moodap's top-ranked entertainment venues in East Village, curated from Eater, The Infatuation, Time Out, Michelin and our own research in February 2026, start with Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (4.6 stars), Webster Hall (4.2 stars) and New York Theatre Workshop (4.8 stars). They're at the top of this page.
What kinds of entertainment are there in East Village?
Moodap lists 57 entertainment venues in East Village. The most common kinds are Theater (30), Event venue (11), Comedy (5), Movie theater (4) and Nightclub (3).
Where can I find affordable entertainment venues in East Village?
2 of the 57 entertainment venues listed in East Village are budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked of them are 6/8 Studios Recording and B Lounge NYC.
How is the full list of entertainment venues in East Village ranked?
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