Part of the Gay New York City Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
A Sunday afternoon tea dance hosted by DJ Steve Sidewalk and DJ Paul Leasure, with drink specials until 9 and bar bites until 10.
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Wed, Oct 14
8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Extended Play with Magnus & Friends at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 8:30PM, Magnus and friends spotlight songs from up-and-coming queer and indie artists.
MonthlyWed, Oct 14
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
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, Oct 15
10:30 PM - 12:30 AM
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.
WeeklySat, Oct 17
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Saturday & Sunday Drag Brunch at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: two seatings of queens serving looks and lip-syncs every Saturday and Sunday, first seating at 12:15PM.
MonthlySun, Oct 18
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Saturday & Sunday Drag Brunch at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: two seatings of queens serving looks and lip-syncs every Saturday and Sunday, first seating at 12:15PM.
MonthlySun, Oct 18
9 PM - 11 PM
Rise Bar, New York City
Playground Sundays at Rise Bar in New York City's Hell's Kitchen: Marti Gould Cummings and Chicky Gorgina host every Sunday night at 9PM with music by Nesto.
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