Here are the top cultural events happening in NYC this week (August 19–24) — 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. We have 8 RSVPs. Prices go up Thursday. Join here.
2. 30s/40s Art Getaway to Beacon. We’re hosting a day trip to Beacon on September 20. We’ll take the train together from Manhattan, hike the scenic and beginner-friendly Klara Sauer Trail and Dennings Point, grab a group lunch at a local favorite, wander through galleries and vintage shops on Main Street, and wrap with sunset drinks. We have 10 RSVPs. Early bird discount ends tonight. Join here.
3. Membership. Membership is live. For just $23/month, you can attend these upcoming events for free:
– Art House by Early Burdz
– Summer Party in Harlem
– Cafe Wellness Rave in LIC
– Rooftop Singles Night: 30s/40s
– 30s/40s Mixer at Amer. Museum of Natural History
– 30s/40s Singles Night Out in Meatpacking
And you receive the following discount:
– $60 off the upcoming hiking getaway to the Catskills
– $25 off the upcoming day trip to Beacon
Learn more and sign up here.
3. Art House by Early Burdz: NYC. We’re hosting our first Art House on August 29. We’ll takeover a gallery in the city for a night of new friends and incredible art. Guests will enjoy an open bar and light bites. The event will showcase various artists from the city. We’ll also promote the artists and their works on our socials and website (65,000+ followers and subscribers) leading up to the event. We already have 39 RSVPs and 3 artists. To showcase at the event, click here. To attend, RSVP here.
4. Summer Party in Harlem. We’re hosting a summer party in Harlem on Friday with an open bar and light bites. On view will works from two Brooklyn-based artists that explore illusion, desire, and perception, blending abstraction, pop culture, and mythology. We have 17 RSVPs. Prices go up soon. Join here.
5. Rooftop Singles Night: 30s/40s. We’re hosting another singles night on Saturday in lower Manhattan. We’ll explore galleries, then mingle on the beautiful rooftop bar nearby. We have a few spots available for men. Use the code “4THEFELLAS” for a 25% discount. Limited time offer. Join here.
6. Cafe Wellness Rave in LIC. We’re hosting a wellness rave in LIC on Saturday. Enjoy a several Wellness activities, free giveaways, food & drinks. Start your day with a Sound Bath meditation session. Learn about Cannabis consumption w/ optional free giveaways. Mingle with others over a creative drawing session. And dance and mingle as DJs play music to set the mood. We already have 36 RSVPs. Prices go up soon. Join here.
7. Gallery Party in Bushwick. We’re hosting a gallery party in Bushwick on Friday. The event will feature Denver-based artists showing off paintings and designs based off pop culture. Enjoy an open bar featuring sangria, a mixed cocktail, beer, and soft drinks during the first 2 hours. Join here.
8. Chelsea Gallery Hop. We’re hosting a Chelsea gallery hop on Thursday (45 RSVPs). Attend for cool art, free drinks, and new friends. Join here. We’re also hosting gallery hops in Chelsea on August 28.
9. 30s/40s Singles Night Out. August 30. Join here.
10. 30s/40s Mixer at the Am. Museum of Natural History. August 31. Join here.
11. 20s/30s Mixer at the MoMA. September 5. Join here.
12. 40s/50s Mixer at the Met. September 7. Join here.
13. Partnerships. If you’re a gallery, venue, brand, or organization interested in partnering with us and tapping into our network of 67,000+ 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.