Winter Jazzfest, Seinfeld at Beacon, and Bridgerton Candlelight: NYC's Jam-Packed Weekend

Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in New York City with your globetrotting sports nut pal, Oly Bennett. It’s Saturday, January 10, 2026, and NYC is serving classic winter energy: cold, crisp air, perfect for scarves, street pretzels, and fast walks to warm venues. According to the National Weather Service, temps are sitting in the 30s to low 40s Fahrenheit today with a mix of clouds and sun—ideal “don’t slip on the sidewalk but do drink hot chocolate” conditions. The city’s vibe? Fully switched on. Winter Jazzfest is in full swing across Manhattan and Brooklyn, with artists like Rhiannon Giddens & Silkroad Ensemble and guitarist Yasmin Williams hitting stages as part of the festival’s stacked weekend lineup, reports Nonesuch Records. Over in the comedy arena, Jerry Seinfeld continues his record-breaking residency at the Beacon Theatre with two shows tonight at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., according to Madison Square Garden Entertainment. And if you’re more into cinematic vibes, NewYork.co.uk highlights a Candlelight Concert: Bridgerton on Strings this evening at St. Ann’s and the Holy Trinity Church in Brooklyn, wrapping classical flair in Regency-core drama. Family listeners, you’re not benched today. Club Free Time notes a lineup of free and family-friendly events across the city, including animal-themed shows starting late morning—perfect for kids who like dogs, parents who like “free,” and everyone who likes leaving the apartment. Night owls, SOB’s downtown is running its Soul Line Dance Saturday Dance Class & Happy Hour plus Sounds of Bollywood: Desi Saturdays tonight, serving dance floors from R&B to filmi bangers, according to the SOB’s January 2026 calendar. On the news-and-announcements front, the MTA reports ongoing weekend subway changes, especially on lines running through midtown and Brooklyn, so check their service advisories before you sprint for that train like you’re in the fourth quarter. Over in Queens, the Museum of the Moving Image is rolling out its 2026 Open Worlds season this month, according to I LOVE NY, bringing free community programming, gaming and immersive tech experiences, and family events that will keep Astoria buzzing all year. So, what should you absolutely do today? Hit a Winter Jazzfest show in the West Village or Brooklyn and then warm up with late-night pizza—because jazz plus a foldable slice is peak New York. Glide through the afternoon at one of the city’s iconic ice rinks—NewYork.co.uk recommends Bryant Park or Rockefeller Center—then cap it off with that Bridgerton candlelight concert for a swoony, string-filled evening. Comedy fans, Beacon Theatre plus Jerry Seinfeld is your pilgrimage. And if you want to escape the city without really leaving, day trips to Hunter Mountain for skiing or snowboarding are running from NYC today, also highlighted by NewYork.co.uk. Local tip from your sports-obsessed guide: New Yorkers walk like they’re in a relay race. If you want to move like a local, stick to the right This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.