Here are the top cultural events happening in NYC this week (June 10–15) — curated by Early Burdz for professionals, creatives, and art lovers in their 20s to 50s.
1. Late 20s to 40s Hiking & Nature Getaway to Upstate NY. We’re headed back to Tannersville August 22 to 24. We’ll take a round-trip bus from Manhattan, with champagne on the way up. We’ll stay at a beautiful home, with a sauna, 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 $50 Early Bird discount ends soon. Members get additional discount. 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 July 19. They’ve graciously offered our guests VIP tickets valued at over $300. 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. The $25 early bird discount ends soon. We already have 33 RSVPs. Members get additional discount. Join here.
3. Lounge and Rooftop Takeover: Chelsea. We are once again taking over a lounge and rooftop with a dedicated Early Burdz section on Saturday. Guests who arrive before 9:30 PM will receive a free welcome cocktail. Join to dance to house music, make friends, and get home early. Join for free here.
4. NYC Rooftop Singles Night: 30s to 40s. On Saturday, we’re another singles night. We’ll explore galleries in a neighborhood, then mingle on a beautiful rooftop bar. We’ll strive to maintain a more balanced ratio. Members attend for free. Join here.
5. 40s/50s Mixer after the MoMA. Join our 40s/50s mixer on June 13. We’ll explore the museum then grab drinks nearby. We already have 19 RSVPs. Members attend for free. Join here.
6. NYC Gallery Party in Bushwick with Open Bar. We’re hosting a surreal, spooky, and immersive Friday the 13th art experience in Bushwick on Friday. We’ll have live DJs, interactive art & body painting, tarot readings, a curated exhibition, themed treats, a haunted wedding surprise, and an open bar featuring sangria, a mixed cocktail, beer, and soft drinks for the first 2 hours. Members attend for free. Join here.
7. 30s/40s Hike + Coffee Mixer: Central Park. Join us Sunday for our first NYC Hike and Coffee Mixer. We’ll walk a scenic trail in the morning for 1-2 hours, then mingle over coffee nearby. Members attend for free. Join here.
8. NJ 30s/40s Mixer after the Montclair Art Museum. Join our 30s/40s mixer on Thursday Members attend for free. Join here.
9. Art Gallery Party in Bushwick. We’re hosting a gallery party in Bushwick on June 19. Expect vivid visuals, street art influences, and immersive moments that transform the gallery into a vibrant collision of New York culture and Caribbean culture. There’ll be wine and light bites, and some fun themed touches like Colombian street corn and sunflower seed truffles. Join for free here.
10. NYC 30s to 50s: Singles Picnic in Central Park. We’re hosting a singles picnic in Central Park on June 21. We’ll provide the blankets, and you bring your own basket. Groups will mingle together, then rotate to maximize connections. Go on three dates in one afternoon! We’ll curate the guestlist to ensure a more balanced ratio. Members attend for free. Join here.
11. Chelsea Gallery Hop. We’re hosting a Chelsea gallery hop on Thursday (38 RSVPs). Attend for cool art, free drinks, and new friends. Join here. We’re also hosting gallery hops in Chelsea on June 19 and June 26.
12. Summer Party in Chelsea. We’re hosting a summer party in Chelsea on June 27 with an open bar and light bites. Early bird tickets end soon. Members attend for free. Join here.
13. Membership Subscription. For $23/month, you can attend all singles parties, museum mixers, picnics, brunches, and dinners for free, and receive priority access to all gallery parties and nightclub events, and additional perks. Join the founding class here.
14. Partnerships. If you’re a gallery, venue, brand, or organization interested in partnering with us and tapping into our network of 60,000+ highly engaged professionals and art enthusiasts on Threads, Instagram, and email, please message partnerships@earlyburdz.com.
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.