Pickles, Pastrami, and Pop

When: Sunday, May 17, 2026, 1:00pm
Price: Included with Museum Admission
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Join us for Pickles, Pastrami, and Pop, a festival celebrating three icons of New York City's food culture. Rooted in the city's rich deli tradition, the event will explore the stories behind these staples, from briny barrels of pickles to hand-carved pastrami and the ever-present fizz of soda and seltzer.  

The festival will feature discussions with restaurant owners and chefs, offering firsthand perspectives on the craft, history, and evolution of New York's deli scene. Guests can enjoy perfectly spiced pastrami and tangy pickle tastings, alongside a variety of festive, family-friendly activities that highlight the cultural significance of these foods.  

1:00–4:30 p.m. (Ongoing Activities) 

  • Pickle Tastings and Jarred Pickle Sales  

  • Deli and Pastrami Tastings  

  • Free Egg Cream Soda!  

  • Family Activities (hands-on, drop-in activities exploring NYC food culture) 
     

This program is part of our ongoing Global City Food Series. 
 

This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.


Advance registration is encouraged to guarantee a spot. All sales are final; refunds and exchanges are not permitted. Programs and dates are subject to change.

Members: To receive your discount, click on the "Buy Tickets" button above, then sign in to your account on the ticketing page.

Groups of 10 or more get discounts; contact us at programs@mcny.org or 917.492.3395.

Accessibility: Assistive listening devices are available and our auditorium wheelchair lift can accommodate manual and motorized wheelchairs (max. capacity 500 lbs). Please contact the Museum at 917.492.3333 or info@mcny.org with any questions.

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