We’ll avoid mentioning the hot weather, and instead revel in how this city just never stops serving up surprises. The Special Olympics New York Summer Social is happening in 2 days, there’s sample sales galore, and plenty of cocktails that will cool you off. This is how we chill…
**WEDNESDAY** A Glamorous 3 Hour Premium Open Bar Gala
This week, savor a night of cocktails, dancing, and philanthropy with chic New Yorkers at The 16th Annual Special Olympics New York Summer Social! Expect a 3 Hour Premium Open Bar as you mingle with fashionable denizens and dance to jams by DJ Sha Savage. Plus, go for auction prizes - we’re talking vacation packages to Barbados, tickets to Mets & Yankees games, merch from Rebecca Minkoff, Tiffany & Co - the list goes on and on! Dressed to the nines and full of energy, enjoy delicious drinks plus access to eats from local food trucks as you snap photos in all your glam threads. Finally, don’t miss the official afterparty - the night is young, and we’re only just getting started…
Gottex Studio founder Leah Gottlieb was a trendsetter in the fashion industry for over 50 years. She started her brand with just a single sewing machine in an Israeli refugee camp and built it into a fashion empire. Shop steals on the brand’s active and athleisure products for less than $30 at the four-day Gottex Studio Sample Sale in NYC! Golf and workout wear are available.
$45: Unlimited Rum Tastings, Refreshing Cocktails, Music & More
A taste of the Caribbean has arrived in New York City! The 2022 Brooklyn Rum Festival returns for a magnificent showcase of delectable rums, potent cocktails, tasty eats, and amazing vibes. Your ticket gets you 4 Hours of Unlimited Rum Tastings, 2 Full-Sized Cocktails, A Complimentary Tasting Cup, Access to Brand Swag, and other surprises in store. Delight in the al fresco summer sunshine as you sip on pours from 50+ premium bottles sourced from around the world, namely Rhum Barbancourt, Mount Gay, Don Q, Chairman’s Reserve, The Equiano Rum Co, Ten To One, and so much more. Cocktails will also shake things up, in addition to music, games, and access to scrumptious Caribbean-style eats to balance all your libations. Sunshine, sips, eats…
Trivia Night With RuPaul’s Drag Race Alum Thorgy Thor
From RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 8, All Stars 3, and most importantly, Brooklyn, New York, the lovely, kooky and wonderful Thorgy Thor hosts a trivia night at The Standard! In addition to hilarious jokes and quips from the star, expect prizes, drinks specials, and tons of fun to be had!
$39 Ticket To A 2 Course Rooftop Lobster Bake, LES
Lobster, butter, sunset, drinks, and New York City’s hottest denizens - this is the Hotel Chantelle Rooftop Lobster Bake! You’ll rock up to the sparkling rooftop and delight in the al fresco summer night as you dig into a whole lobster, freshly-caught and extra juicy, especially when dipped in a savory butter dipping sauce. In addition to your oceanic bounty, you’ll devour scrumptious sides a lá a baked potato and corn on the cob. Add in some of the spot’s signature chocolatey lava cake, and you’re in for a real treat! You can even snap up some drinks at the bar for purchase to balance your fare. This is no average Thursday night…
Live Music by the Water Every Thursday
Seaport Sounds is taking over the Heineken Riverdeck again this summer with a rotating schedule of DJs ready to get the party started. Take in views of the East River, enjoy a Heineken, and hang with friends. Pop by to see who’s spinning that day, or explore more stages where you can find Seaport Sounds.