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Saturday, August 8, 2026
Every Friday and Saturday, The Toolbox throws a weekend party with pop-up drag performances and remixed beats, hosted by Heidi N Dix and Virgo Rising.
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Sun, 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.
WeeklyThu, Aug 6
8 PM - 10 PM
The Toolbox Bar, New York City
Throwback Thursdays at The Toolbox Bar in New York City's Upper East Side: a weekly Thursday 9PM throwback party spinning nostalgic tunes.
WeeklyFri, Aug 7
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.
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