Part of the Gay New York City Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Late-night competitive karaoke every Tuesday with sound by DJ TK — grab the mic and fight for the spotlight.
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Wed, Jul 29
7 PM - 9 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Mailbox Singles Mingle at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: a no-cover singles mixer on the last Wednesday of each month at 8PM.
MonthlyWed, Jul 29
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Wild Wednesdays at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: a midweek drag showcase every Wednesday at 10:30PM hosted by Brenda Dharling, Lexington Banks, Bootsie Lefaris, Pattaya Hart and Skye Walker, with DJ John Marto.
WeeklyThu, Jul 30
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
The Jones Effect at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: a Thursday night of drag, comedy and drama hosted by Zetta Jones with DJ Steve Sidewalk, every Thursday at 10:30PM.
WeeklyFri, Jul 31
8 PM - 10 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Rise Remixed at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: the weekly Friday dance party across the main room and Shine Lounge with DJ John Marto, VJ Paul Leasure and DJ Susan Levine, from 9PM.
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