Events in Jackson Heights This Weekend

Jackson Heights buzzes this weekend (Jan 31-Feb 1, 2026) with diverse community happenings reflecting Queens’ multicultural vibe. There are the Queens Culinary Stroll and Cultural Tour (Sat 12:30 PM) and exploration of world cuisine at Ecuadorian to Tibetan restaurants, the Play Dungeons and Dragons at the Queensboro (Fri 6 PM, free to beginners), and Cheese Writing Class with Tweens (Sat 2 PM, Worlds borough bookshop). Outside Activity: Queens Distance Runners Community Run (spill over into weekend) (Wed), Family Art Project: Digging into the Soil at NYC Parks (Sat/Sun), and Red Velvet Burlesque Show (Fri 6 PM). The r/jacksonheights roundup of Reddit puts pop-up markets and live music in Diversity Plaza.

Food Tours Shine

Jackson Heights food walks explore 37th Ave’s immigrant cuisines—empanadas to momos in one stroll.

Gaming and Creative Workshops

D&D sessions build camaraderie; cheese writing sparks tween imaginations with literary snacks.

Outdoor Fitness Fun

Runners hit community paths; art projects connect families with urban nature amid winter chill.

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