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Thursday, August 6, 2026
A throwback party every Thursday at The Toolbox on the Upper East Side, filled with nostalgic tunes and great vibes.
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Fri, Jul 31
8 PM - 10 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Weekends at the Toolbox at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a Friday and Saturday 9PM drag-and-dance party with pop-up drag and remixed beats, hosted by Heidi N Dix and Virgo Rising.
WeeklySat, Aug 1
8 PM - 10 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Weekends at the Toolbox at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a Friday and Saturday 9PM drag-and-dance party with pop-up drag and remixed beats, hosted by Heidi N Dix and Virgo Rising.
WeeklySun, Aug 2
12 PM - 4 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Liquid Brunch at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a weekly Sunday brunch party from 1 to 5PM with mimosas, screwdrivers and brunch offerings.
WeeklyMon, Aug 3
8 PM - 10 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Bingo Mondays at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a weekly Monday 9PM drag bingo night with performances and prizes, hosted by Bingo Daddy and Virgo Rising.
WeeklyTue, Aug 4
8 PM - 10 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Karaoke Tuesdays at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a weekly Tuesday 9PM karaoke night hosted by Matzah Belle Soup.
WeeklyWed, Aug 5
8 PM - 10 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Trivia Wednesday at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a weekly Wednesday 9PM trivia night with prizes, hosted by Elle Barto.
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