Block Parties New York

My 14th Annual Bday Horror Movie Marathon Watch Party

My 14th annual bday horror movie marathon watch party is set to take place in October and for the first time ever I’m taking the event mainstream by opening it up to the broader community of horror movie lovers beyond my usual (already considerable) network of friends. The situation is that my bday falls right around Halloween and so every year to celebrate for the last 13 years I've hosted an epic, all-night/weekend horror movie marathon watch party that was historically a single evening, 12-hour affair where we ran thru all if not most of a legacy slasher franchise for the first 8 years (Child’s Play/Chucky 3x, Halloween 2x, Leprechaun 2x, and Friday the 13th/Jason 1x). In order to be completists 5 years ago we started a fresh new tradition-within-the-tradition and expanded the party to 2 nights, with 12 movies and 18 hours of every Friday the 13th/Jason; 8 movies, season 1 and 18 hours of every Child’s Play/Chucky outing; and 13 movies and 20 hours of every Halloween, respectively. And the last 2 years we broke new ground yet again by departing from the single franchise format and mixing it up with different characters and stories tied to certain themes on different days: Slashers Saturday (The Burning, Slumber Party Massacre, Streetwalkin, Chopping Mall, Man’s Best Friend, Serial Mom, My Bloody Valentine 3D and Nurse 3D) + Monsters Sunday (The Maze 3D, Humanoids From the Deep, Parasite 3D, Night of the Demons, Tremors and Jeepers Creepers) in 2024, and Underwater Terror Friday (Creature From the Lagoon 3D, Jaws, Piranha, Piranha 3D, Bait 3D and The Meg 3D) + Found Footage/Screenlife Saturday (Antrum: The Deadliest Film Ever Made, Megan Is Missing, Banshee Chapter, Creep, Ratter, Hell House LLC, Searching and Host) last year. This year we’re continuing to build on that legacy of breaking new ground for no-holds-barred fun by boldly going where no party has gone before — Alien Invasion Friday and Foreign Nightmares Saturday. That’s right. 7 movies and 11.5 hours of terrifyingly memorable and iconic movies depicting alien invasions and infiltrations on Earth spanning *61 years* on Friday, and 10 hours of hard-hitting, provocative and nightmare-inducing foreign movies on Saturday. Join us at my apartment on Friday October 16th from 3 pm to 2:30 am and on Saturday October 17th from 3:30pm to 1:40 am as we usher in this bold new chapter of movie watch partying with: Night 1 - Alien Invasion It Came From Outer Space 3D (1953) Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) The Thing (1982) Predator 3D (1987) Dark Angel/I Come In Peace (1990) Signs (2002) Alien Abduction (2014) Night 2 - Foreign Nightmares The Vanishing (1988) Funny Games (1997) Cure (1997) Triangle (2009) Terrified (2018) Talk To Me (2023) Full bar, delicious food, drinking games, a no-frills home movie theater. If ur into horror movies in spooky season, what’s not to love?!? Over the years I've been doin this I've built up a nice crowd of regulars (20+ people). That said, this marks the first time I’m opening it up to the general public so as I’m taking a chance here I’m gonna insist on meeting anyone interested before giving out my location. This way I can root out the serial killers, etc. Simply RSVP and I’ll reach out to schedule a meetup at a public location (let’s say a bar?). As this takes place in an NYC apartment, space is limited so this will be strictly first come, first served up to about 10 people. Please keep ur RSVP updated so people on the waitlist can join. Everyone interested should bring $15 for food + drinks, as I provide plenty of both, including pizza and appetizers plus a full bar. Please note that although the party is very long (21.5 hours spread out across two nights), with people coming and going as they please, there will be times where it’ll be standing room so I can’t guarantee everyone a seat at all hours (mine is not a huge apartment). I have no idea what kind of response to expect here but if I get flooded with interest I’ll try my best to organize a group outing that way everyone gets to know each other in one shot.

Back to the '80s FRIDAY After-work Party!

\*\*Back to the ’80s\*\* After\-work party \| 5:00–9:30 pm Start the weekend off right once a month on the \*\*2nd Friday\*\* at The Delancey (main floor)—pure ’80s vibes for the after-work / #bedby10 crowd! FREE with RSVP right here on this meetup page. It's best to get your FREE e-tickets just in case of a PAID party happening on the rooftop and/or basement: Free E-Tickets: [FREE E-tickets](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002398412555?aff=oddtdtcreator)

🎭 RENT at Art House | Let's Go Together [Must RSVP at LetsBunch.com]

🎭 **Bunch + Art House Productions** 💛 Must RSVP at [https://bunch-api.onrender.com/api/share/hangout/91292815-300c-41cb-b424-e524b13cb2c8](https://bunch-api.onrender.com/api/share/hangout/91292815-300c-41cb-b424-e524b13cb2c8) Bunch is partnering with Art House Productions to bring more local arts, theater, music, and community productions to Bunch! 🎶 **RENT: The Musical** 📅 Thurs\, Oct 8 \| **Meet at 7:15 PM** \| Show starts at 7:30 PM 📍 Art House Productions, 345 Marin Blvd Jonathan Larson’s Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning **RENT** follows artists and dreamers through love, loss, friendship, and creativity. 🎟️ **Tickets: $65–$80** Please purchase your own ticket directly from Art House Productions. 👋 **Meeting other Bunch members** This is a **Bunch slot**, so there’s no designated Bunch host gathering everyone. Plan to arrive around **7:15 PM** and use the Bunch chat to find each other, or ask an Art House host for help connecting with your Bunch. Most people on Bunch come on their own, so don't worry if you don't know anyone yet. Our motto is simple: **every person welcomes every other person.** ☺️ 🎭 **Find people to go to local events with** We'll be creating Bunches for select Art House events, but there's lots more happening. **See another show you want to attend? Create a Bunch and find people to go with you!** 💛 **What’s Bunch?** Bunch is a completely free, grassroots social app built around a simple idea: **anyone should be able to get people together.** Any member can create a hangout around almost anything: theater, live music, art, coffee, brunch, a walk, drinks, dinner, trivia, or whatever else you feel like doing. Other members join, you meet in real life, and the community grows from there. Meet people at RENT, then join the dinners, walks, drinks, coffee runs, and other hangouts they create afterward. Or start your own and invite everyone along. 💛 Our mission is to make it easier for people to actually spend time together, without putting human connection behind a price tag. 📲 **RSVP on Bunch to join the Bunch group** **and chat with everyone before the show.** **Start Bunching:** [https://www.letsbunch.com](https://www.letsbunch.com/) See you there! 🎭💛 Aleksandra Founder of Bunch

Sock Hop Sundays! - 50's 60's Dance Party

Celebrating our 23rd year of great dance music from the 50's & 60's including Rock-n-Roll, Motown, DooWop, Soul and R&B. Rated Top 5 Swing Dances in NYC by CBS NY! Connolly's 121 West 45 (between 6th Ave and 7th Ave) 3rd Floor (Elevator available) Full menu, full bar (great place to eat dinner) Free street parking on Sunday 6PM to 10PM (Doors Open 5:30PM) Admission: $25. CASH ONLY at the Door \*\*Includes a coupon for $5 off liquor, wine, beer, soda, or food. Dress is casual. Questions? Comments? Email: sockhopsundays@gmail.com Call Eric: 212-486-9517 Website: www.sockhopsundays.com Want updates on more dance events? Subscribe to our mailing list on our website: http://sockhopsundays.com/future-dances/

JoctoberFest 2026

Paint In Central Park (Bucket List Event)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-in-the-park-tickets-1984990444855](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-in-the-park-tickets-1984990444855) *(This is a prepay event and only way to attend is to get ticket in advance at link above. Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended.)* CELEBRATE SPRING AT ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR MEETUPS - A PICNIC 'N PAINT IN CENTRAL PARK! Come join us in a relaxed, creative and social setting. No experience necessary. So grab your picnic basket and enjoy wonderful paint event in Central Park! Included: a pre-sketched canvas, unlimited painting materials (brushes, acrylic paints etc.) and a take home bag. No smocks so please dress appropriately. Please bring something to sit on. What to expect: **• Step-by-step, group-oriented painting instruction, which is designed to simultaneously entertain and enlighten our members.** **• We'll have a professional artist guide you through a featured painting that is yours to keep and proudly display. And don’t worry — no experience is necessary.** **• 2 hour course lead that teaches you the art of mixing colors, blending and painting techniques.** **• All supplies provided - 12x16 pre-sketched canvas, unlimited acrylic paint (water based), brushes, and aprons.** DIRECTIONS TO FIND GROUP: We are located in a cul-de-sac at PINETUM EAST. We will be behind this row of benches (right under the trees). If you are coming from the east side you can find us by entering Central Park on East 84th street. Walk up the ramp, cross over the road and head west. If you are traveling from the west side we are east of the basketball courts. FAQs: What if it rains? We will email attendees a rain date. Can I still attend If I don't know how to paint? Yes, there's no experience necessary. Can I come alone? Yes, about 80% come on their own. Is this age specific? No, all are welcome. Cost? $35-$45, price goes up as the event date gets closer. This event will sell out. Can't purchase at the door. For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

DJ TM.8 presents: Back to the '80s WEEKLY Saturday Dance Party, 5pm-9:30pm, FREE

\*\*Hotel Chantelle (basement)\*\* 92 Ludlow Street (corner of Delancey Street) New York, NY 10002. FREE with RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5pm-930pm-saturdays-back-to-the-80s-dance-party-wthe-legend-dj-tm8-tickets-1065877110129 🔥 REAL Manhattan Nightclub. REAL ‘80s Energy. Lights, sound & vibe that feel like midnight at 5 PM. 💥 Drink Specials: $7 ANY Beers • $7 Hard Seltzers • $9 Well Drinks No elevator waits. No velvet-rope attitude. 80s session is alive and well as a chill, nostalgic pre-game or standalone early option, 5 pm till 9:30 pm every Saturday! Dance to the ‘80s hits you know and love —the rock, the pop, the new wave/synth-pop, the R&B, and the freestyle, plus a touch of the ‘70s and ‘90s — all spun by The Legend DJ TM.8 using real CDs — no laptop! Got a request? Write it in his notebook by the DJ booth. History: The Legend DJ TM.8 was the General Manager & Resident DJ for 37 years at Manhattan’s Legendary East Village venue, the Pyramid Club (1984-2021). Thank you all! DJ TM.8 Check out DJ TM.8 posts/videos on: @djtm.8 (TikTok) @DJ_TM8 on X (Twitter) @nyc80sdanceparty (Instagram) DJ TM.8 Events (Facebook) DJ TM.8 (Facebook) @backtothe80s.with.djtm.8 (TikTok)

80s & 90s Dance Party at 230 Fifth, Free Admission til 8 PM!

**Say you're there for Andy Troy's party and admission is FREE til 8 PM, $10 from 8-11 PM. The general public pays $20 so mention Andy Troy & party like a VIP!** **We'll be in 230 Fifth's main room, the Penthouse lounge**, **which features a staircase leading to the roof!** In addition, we'll also have access to The Rooftop Garden with one of NYC's most spectacular views! Love the music of the 80s & 90s? Our dance parties are always great! So join us for an 80s & 90s dance party at 230 Fifth! **The Date: Friday, October 16th from 6-11 PM.** Location: 230 FIFTH (west side of Fifth Avenue between 26th & 27th Streets) **\*\*\*The current entrance is around the corner at 1150 Broadway\*\*\*** We will feature all your favorite 80s & 90s tunes spun by DJ Vinnie Campisi! **\*\*\*DRINK SPECIALS\*\*\*** $7 beer! $9 wine! $10 well drinks! **The Rooftop Garden at 230 FIFTH** The Rooftop Garden is a hot-spot in the summer and a not-to-be-missed winter experience with its heated outdoor Rooftop Garden and legendary hooded red fleece robes which are given to guests upon their arrival. **The Food at 230 FIFTH** Besides offering a full bar, 230 Fifth also offers a full kitchen menu (serving food from 4 PM – Midnight), created by renowned chef John Benedetti who has been featured numerous times in The New York Times Dining Out section. **Since 230 FIFTH's opening in May of 2006:** \* Voted #1 by the Editors of CitySearch for Best New Bars/Lounges in New York City \* Voted #2 Best New Bar/Lounge in the United States by CitySearch \* Voted #1 thing "To Do" in New York by Spur, Japan's leading fashion magazine **For further info:** **917-754-4329 OR AndyfTroy@aol.com** See you there! Andy

Yacht Party Cruise (Drinks, DJ, Dancing)

**\*GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.* Join us for an amazing (climate-controlled) cruise through NYC and sail by the Brooklyn Bridge, The Statue of Liberty, and the beautiful New York City Skyline on this spacious vessel! Let loose late night on a 100 ft, 2-deck private yacht party on the hottest yacht cruise with the best DJs while enjoying the NYC Skyline! Sail through the city and take in the sights while you enjoy music and drinks for the night. Grab your friends or come alone and get ready to enjoy an experience you won't forget! What to expect: * **Scenic 3-hour cruise of the NYC harbor** * **Captivating views of the Manhattan skyline including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, the Freedom Tower and more** * **Climate-controlled covered areas and open air decks** * **Live DJ playing the best party music** * **2 Bars and Food available** **for purchase** * **Great for Birthday Celebrations/bachelorette/bachelor/anniversary/** **& more (Balloons & Cakes permitted - no other outside food allowed)** FAQs: • The boat will sail rain or shine! The boat has two levels. Both levels have climate controlled covered areas - indoor & outdoor • No specific dress code but we suggest Trendy/Neat Casual • There is paid parking at the marina, or you can try to find parking on the street. \*TIX NOT sold at door. Price will go up as space becomes limited so get tickets ASAP and save $$) **For more fun events follow/go to -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

🎶🕺💃 DECADES DANCE PARTY — LET’S DANCE THROUGH THE DECADES! 🎉🥳

🎶🕺💃 **DECADES DANCE PARTY — LET’S DANCE THROUGH THE DECADES!** 🎉🥳 Get ready for a fun night of **dancing, classic hits, rooftop vibes, and amazing NYC views!** 🌃✨ Our group is heading to **Andy Troy’s Decades Dance Party at 230 FIFTH**, one of NYC’s most iconic rooftop lounges! 🏙️🍹 🎟️ **ADMISSION INFO** This is **Andy Troy’s event**, and everyone attending his party can take advantage of the special admission: 🆓 **FREE admission until 8 PM!** 💵 **$10 admission from 8–11 PM!** The general public pays $20, so be sure to **say you’re there for Andy Troy’s party** and **party like a VIP!** 😎🥂 👉 **RSVP for Andy’s event here:** [Decades Dance Party at 230 FIFTH — Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/80s-90s-dance-party-at-230-fifth-free-admission-til-8-pm-tickets-2000265070672?aff=ebdsshother&utm_share_source=listing_android&sg=927dd4797e2a29f0a3d7b09591b3a78899c2f08317c99d087308a417867bc51da6f1f7de6c6166deed1f15fcc3f9b90a83436f325c7462dba04b342b9c4590dc1ccd6478d0ea04b257726ba5) 🎵 **MUSIC THROUGH THE DECADES!** The music changes every hour, taking us on a dance-filled journey from the 60s all the way to today! 🎶🔥 🕺 **6–7 PM:** 60s 💃 **7–8 PM:** 70s 🎸 **8–9 PM:** 80s 🔥 **9–10 PM:** 90s 🎉 **10–11 PM:** 2000s & beyond 🎧 **DJ Vinnie Campisi** will be keeping the dance floor moving with all your favorite tunes! 🍻 **DRINK SPECIALS** 🍺 $7 beer 🍷 $9 wine 🍹 $10 well drinks 🌆 **THE VENUE — 230 FIFTH** We’ll be partying at **230 FIFTH**, featuring an enclosed lounge with access to their incredible rooftop and spectacular NYC skyline views! 🗽✨ 📍 **230 FIFTH** **1150 Broadway** New York, NY 10001 ⚠️ **The current entrance is around the corner at 1150 Broadway.** 🥂 **OUR MEETUP PLAN** We’ll meet **outside La Pecora Bianca NoMad from 6:30–6:50 PM** so everyone can arrive, say hello, and meet up with the group. 😊 📍 **La Pecora Bianca NoMad** 1133 Broadway New York, NY 10010 🗺️ [Google Maps — La Pecora Bianca NoMad](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7M7D2ZmWwPKd9Lam7?utm_source=chatgpt.com) 🚶‍♂️ **Around 6:50 PM, we’ll head over to 230 FIFTH together!** 📱 **Running late or having trouble finding us?** Call or text **Steven at 646-238-9910**. 📅 **Friday, October 16** ⏰ **Meet with our group: 6:30–6:50 PM** 🎶 **Andy’s party: 6:00–11:00 PM** Come ready to **dance, laugh, meet new people, enjoy the rooftop, and take in those incredible NYC views!** 🌃❤️‍🔥 Whether you’re a fan of the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, or today’s music, there’s going to be something for everyone! 🎶💃🕺 🔥 **Grab your RSVP, come meet us, and let’s party through the decades!** **See you soon! WEPA! 🇵🇷🎉**

Game Day at La Diaspora

**Game Day Returns at La Diaspora** Game Day, a community favorite since 2008, is officially back after its hiatus and we’re celebrating its return at **La Diaspora**. Enjoy **all‑day happy hour**, a **full food and drink menu**, and a fun, social atmosphere built for game lovers. Please note: **a card is required for all tabs**, and **tax & gratuity will be added**. Each attendee will have a **minimum spend of $20**. We’ll have multiple tables reserved for card players Spades **and Bid Whist players, represent!** plus a selection of board games for anyone who wants to jump in and play. **Transportation:** 6, J, Z, N, Q, R, W-Canal Street 4, 5, -Brooklyn Bridge \*Street parking is limited, there is a garage right next door Game Day is back. Come eat, drink, play, and reconnect with the tradition.

Chicago Steppin' Social • Harlem

Join us for an evening of Chicago Steppin' & Line Dancing in Harlem! Whether you're coming to dance, meet new people, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, you'll find one of New York City's longest-running Steppin' nights. Aloft Harlem 2296 Frederick Douglass Blvd. Harlem, NY 10027 7:00–11:45 PM $10 (e-pay ATD) FREE Beginner Chicago Steppin' Lesson 7:00–8:00 PM No partner necessary. Beginners are always welcome. After the lesson, the dance floor comes alive with an evening of Steppin', Line Dancing, and music that will keep you vibing all night. More than a dance... Music • Dance • Culture Hosted by The New York Steppers, the original Chicago Steppers organization serving New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast. Please Note: Many of our regular dancers attend without RSVPing through Meetup, so the RSVP count often doesn't reflect actual attendance. Questions? Private lessons, workshops, or special events? Martin (917) 302-3808