Here are the top cultural events happening in NYC this week (July 15–20) — curated by Early Burdz for professionals, creatives, and art lovers in their 20s to 50s.
1. 30s/40s Hiking & Nature Getaway to Upstate NY. We’re headed back to Tannersville September 5-7. The house is booked! We’ll take a round-trip bus from Manhattan, with champagne on the way up. We’ll stay at a beautiful home, with a pool, hot tub, and spacious backyard. Over the weekend, we’ll hike, play games like puzzles and poker, and recharge from the hustle and bustle of the city. The $35 Early Bird discount ends July 22. Join here.
2. 30s/40s Art Getaway to the Hamptons. Early Burdz is collaborating with ART & SOUL for an art getaway to the Hamptons on Saturday. We’ll travel together by charter bus, explore galleries, and end the night at the ART & SOUL: Hamptons celebration — an event at the Southampton African American Museum featuring an art exhibition, cocktails, catered food, live entertainment, swag bag with goodies, and afterparty with DJ set. We have 61 RSVPs. 1 bus seat left! Join here.
3. Membership. Membership is live. For just $23/month, you can attend these upcoming events for free:
– Sunset Rooftop Rave in Bushwick
– 20s/30s and 30s/40s Dinner + Dancing in Meatpacking
– Summer Party in Harlem
– 30s to 50s: Singles Picnic in Central Park
– 40s/50s Mixer at MoMA
– Rooftop Singles Night: 30s/40s
– 30s/40s Mixer at the Brooklyn Museum
And you receive the following discount:
– $40 off the upcoming Hamptons getaway
– $60 off the upcoming hiking getaway
Learn more and sign up here.
4. Dinner + Dancing in Meatpacking. We’re starting a dinner and dancing series in New York. Join the first dinners this Friday. We’ll start off with group dinner, then move to one of our favorite lounges where you get a free drink. After dancing and mingling, we’ll move to a nearby rooftop to wrap up the night with city views and good company:
- 20s/30s dinner + dancing: Join here.
- 30s/40s dinner + dancing: Join here.
5. 30s to 50s: Singles Picnic in Central Park. We’re hosting a 30s to 50s singles picnic on Sunday, July 20 in Central Park. Groups will mingle together, then rotate to maximize connections. We’ll curate the guestlist to ensure a more balanced ratio. Join here.
6. Club and Rooftop Takeover: Chelsea. We are once again taking over a lounge and rooftop with a dedicated section on Friday. Guests who arrive before 10:30 PM will receive a free welcome cocktail at the lounge. Join to dance to house music, make friends, and get home early. We already have 17 RSVPs. Join here.
7. Gallery Party in Bushwick. We’re hosting a gallery party in Bushwick on Thursday. The exhibited work centers around animals, symbolizing compassion, resilience, and our deep connection with nature. Enjoy an open bar featuring sangria, a mixed cocktail, beer, and soft drinks during the first 2 hours. Join here.
8. Sunset Rooftop Rave in Bushwick. Join us for a night of dancing and new friends on Friday. 5 DJs bringing 5 hours of Afro house, amapiano, progressive house, and deep grooves to kick off your weekend. There will be pop-up vendors, interactive activities, and a bartender serving summer-ready drinks. Join here.
9. Summer Party in Harlem. We’re hosting a summer party in Harlem on July 27 with an open bar and light bites. On view will be a 10 artist exhibition that traces the visual narratives of Black men across both the traditional and unconventional artistic mediums. Early bird tickets end soon. Join here.
10. NYC Art Gallery Party in Bushwick. We’re hosting a gallery party in Bushwick on July 26. Join for cool art, new friends, and an open bar. We have 38 RSVPs. Join here.
11. Chelsea Gallery Hop. We’re hosting a Chelsea gallery hop on Thursday (19 RSVPs). Attend for cool art, free drinks, and new friends. Join here. We’re also hosting gallery hops in Chelsea on July 24.
12. 40s/50s Mixer at MoMA. July 25. Join here.
13. Rooftop Singles Night: 30s/40s. August 2. Join here.
14. 30s/40s Mixer at the Brooklyn Museum. August 3. Join here.
15. Partnerships. If you’re a gallery, venue, brand, or organization interested in partnering with us and tapping into our network of 64,000+ highly engaged professionals and art enthusiasts on Threads, Instagram, and email, please message partnerships@earlyburdz.com.
Curious about the art exhibited at the first Art House, check out the featured works here. Please reach out if you’d like more information about a particular event or past featured art.
Q: Who are these events for?
A: Our events are built for 20s–50s professionals and creatives looking for cultural, social, and low-pressure ways to connect.
Q: How much do events cost?
A: Most events are free or $7.50–$15, with occasional premium getaways. Check out our Events Calendar here: https://linktr.ee/earlyburdz.