The three things you need to know today in New York: Fri May 18

1. A new batch of Hamilton tickets is being released today! The tickets for shows in 2019 will be up for grabs to pre-registered users at 10am. 

2. Attend Taste of the Upper West Side today through Sunday. The food festival features eats from the best restaurants on the Upper West Side. 

3. Kick off the summer at the Fire Island Underwear Party at Cherry Grove Beach tonight. Even if it rains, it’s sure to be a crazy bash. 

For more events, check in with Time Out throughout the day.