Cultural Celebrations New York

🇰🇷 KOREAN CULTURE EXCHANGE EVENT 🇰🇷

🇰🇷 KOREAN CULTURE EXCHANGE EVENT 🇰🇷 Come experience Korea, make new friends, and enjoy a fun cultural exchange with people from different backgrounds! 🌏✨ 📅 Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 ⏰ Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Madison Square Park, Oval Lawn 🎟️ FREE ENTRY ✨ What to Expect: • 🇰🇷 Korean Class – Learn useful Korean phrases • 🎤 Easy Korean Songs – Learn and sing fun Korean songs • 🥋 Taekwondo – Experience Korea’s martial art • 💃 K-POP Dance Class – Learn fun K-POP choreography • 👘 Hanbok Experience – Try on beautiful traditional Korean clothing • ✂️ Hanbok Folding – Make your own paper Hanbok • 🎲 Korean Traditional Games – Enjoy games like Yut-nori Whether you’re interested in Korean culture or experiencing it for the first time, everyone is welcome! Come with your friends, meet new people, experience Korean culture, and make unforgettable memories. 💙 📲 SIGN UP NOW Link : https://forms.gle/HpuAAp1A3zukQm146 Activities may be adjusted depending on available time and group size. Everyone is Welcome! 🇰🇷🌏

*Yacht Party Summer 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 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)

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Meetup (Easy English) @ New York 6pm

⚠️ Important Time Notice This event starts at 6:00 PM New York local time on September 1. If Meetup shows a different time, this is due to the app’s timezone settings. Please follow the New York local time shown above. ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Make new international friends in New York. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation — open to everyone. Why People Love Lounge Asia 🍜 Asian-focused event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation Lounge Asia began within the Asian community, so people from Asia often feel comfortable and at home here. At the same time, everyone is welcome — locals, expats, travellers, students, returnees, digital nomads, and globally minded people. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Join 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Find Us 📍 Venue Reichenbach Hall 5 W 37th St, New York, NY 10018, United States ⏰ Start Time — New York Local Time Sep 1st 6pm-9pm ⚠️ Important: This is the local time in New York. Meetup may display Brisbane time or another time zone, so please follow the local time shown above. 🚶 Getting There The venue will be a bar near Herald Square. Full venue details and directions will be updated here. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Anyone who makes others uncomfortable may be removed immediately. Not allowed: harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw) 👉 GET VIP ACCESS: [https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! လာပြီး အတူပျော်ကြရအောင်! មកលេងជាមួយគ្នាណា! ມາພົບກັນເດີ້! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

NYC Languages and Cultures Meetup at The Jin

**Languages & Cultures, Food & Connection 🌎☕** We’re excited to continue our **NYC Languages and Cultures Meetup** at our new meetup location, **The Jin!** 📍 **The Jin** 856 10th Ave, New York, NY 10019 The Jin is a Korean restaurant in Manhattan and provides a fun setting for us to meet new people, share cultures, talk about languages, and enjoy good conversation together. **What to Expect** This will be a relaxed and welcoming gathering for people interested in **languages, cultures, and meeting people from different backgrounds**. There are no formal lessons and no preparation required — just friendly conversation, cultural exchange, and meaningful connection. **Agenda (Flexible & Casual)** • 5–10 min – Arrival & ordering food or drinks • 15–20 min – Introductions & icebreaker • 45–60 min – Small-group conversation rounds • Final 5 min – Group wrap-up & future meetup ideas **How the Meetup Will Work** We’ll divide into **small groups of 4–5 people** for conversation and cultural exchange. Each round will last about **15 minutes**, and then we’ll switch groups so everyone has a chance to meet and talk with different people. We’ll have approximately **2–3 conversation rounds**, depending on the size of the group and available time. Conversation topics can include languages, travel, food, traditions, everyday life, cultural differences, and anything else the group finds interesting. You don’t need to be fluent in another language to join. Everyone is welcome! **Who Is This For?** • Anyone interested in languages and cultures • Language learners of any level • International and local New Yorkers • People who enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds • Anyone looking for friendly conversation and new connections **What to Bring** • Just yourself and a positive attitude 😊 • Optional: a few interesting questions or topics you’d like to discuss **Important Venue Note – $10 Minimum Purchase** The Jin is kindly allowing us to hold our meetup at their restaurant. **Each participant is asked to make a minimum purchase of $10 per person.** You can use the $10 minimum toward food and/or drinks from the restaurant. Please help us support the venue so that we can continue having a comfortable place for our meetup. Thank you for your understanding and support! **Atmosphere** Low pressure. No perfection required. Respect always. Curiosity encouraged. Come to share your language and culture. Stay for the conversations and friendships. We can’t wait to see everyone at The Jin! 🌎

Ethiopian New Year! 🇪🇹🎉

On Friday, September 4th let’s celebrate the Ethiopian New Year! 🇪🇹🎉 We’ll meet from 6:45 to 8:45pm. Please try your best to show up on time. We’ll go to Bati in Downtown Brooklyn. Google maps to Bati: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/kqGuApHBFyQRQ8Y17](https://maps.app.goo.gl/kqGuApHBFyQRQ8Y17) $5 deposit required (can be used towards food & drink) Will accept refunds until Wednesday, September 1st at 6pm Ethiopian Singer Beth Million will perform (no additional fee) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2e4I2wJtkls](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2e4I2wJtkls) Dinner menu at Bati: [https://www.batikitchen.com/dinner](https://www.batikitchen.com/dinner) How billing works: Usually for our larger parties, the restaurant only allows one person to pay (it would be ideal to have individual checks but unfortunately it’s usually not an option). Normally the host pays and each attendee pays the host back right away via venmo, zelle, paypal, or with cash. The amount owed is 1.3 times the subtotal (for entrees, appetizers, drinks, etc). So if the subtotal was $30, the total amount owed would be $30 \* 1.3 = $39 which covers tax and 20% tip. If there is a credit card fee charged, then the multiple would be a little higher (like 1.34 to 1.36). The host does not make any money off of this. Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

France Culinary Explorer! Food, Wine, Cheese. Cooking Lessons, Tastings & MORE!!

Join us on this gourmet gastronomic holiday as we rendezvous with the cuisine & culture of France. This is a foodie’s dream. Around every corner we will find open-air markets, artisanal chocolatiers, macaroon shops, boulangeries, cheesemongers, local butcher shops with the finest cured sausages and hams . . . and YES - world-class wine shops where we can savor the flavors! We will start in Paris, home of some of the world’s most prestigious museums, including the Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, Pompidou, Champs-Élysées, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and so much more. Of course, we get to visit some of them...BUT French cuisine is such a huge part of this country's culture and history! Learning about it and experiencing it, is the main goal of this tour. In Paris, we will savor the culinary artistry of Michelin-starred chefs and indulge in the city's iconic pastries. We will journey to Normandy, where lush landscapes yield exquisite cheeses and apple-infused delights. We will follow the Loire River to discover the vineyards and châteaux of the Loire Valley, where fine wines and gourmet experiences await. Let the flavors of France enchant our palate as we explore these culinary treasures! Cooking classes, gourmet food tastings, wine tours, and enough free time to explore to our heart’s desire with centrally-located first class accommodations. ***The Itinerary in brief:*** **Day 1 Paris** arrival and Welcome Dinner with Corsican Cuisine **Day 2 Paris** sightseeing tour, Seine river cruise,French bread making class **Day 3 Paris** Museum Day. Dinner along Canal Saint-Martin **Day 4 Paris-Auvers Sur Oise Auver.** Pay homage to Van Gogh and the many famous painters who lived there. Paint our own masterpiece! On to Giverny for a visit to the Gardens of Monet. Overnight in Rouen. **Day 5 Rouen - Camembert - Caen.** Cheese tasting **Day 6 Caen - Mont St Michel.** Stop in Calvados. Apple brandy, anybody? **Day 7 Mont St Michel - Rennes - Nantes.** Cooking Class **Day 8 Nantes - Tours** with stops at 3 Chateaux Vineyards for wine and chocolate tastings **Day 9 Tours - Orleans.** Stops at Château of Clos Lucé, Leonardo Da Vinci's home. Visit an underground cave for farming mushrooms. And yes, some mushroom tastings! **Day 10 Orleans - Paris** On the way, a stop at an artisan chocolatier and more wineries **Day 11 Paris.** Visit the famous Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen (the flea market) for some amazing shopping. Farewell Dinner in the Montmartre Area Join us for an unforgettable feast for the senses! For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) **Price per person, double occupancy: $5320** (we match roommates for those willing to share and save) **Price for single room: $6720** Limited capacity of 24 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. RSVP does not hold your space. **The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit.** **[Click here for Secure Deposit Link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/V6PKYK8VEWPHJ)** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees). *[Click Here](https://forms.gle/Qxx6eSy9tbjezXYg6)*[ and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit](https://forms.gle/Qxx6eSy9tbjezXYg6) **\*\*\*Airfare from/to the US is not included\*\*\*** ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. We do a monthly Zoom with Q & A on all our overseas events. [https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/) Come to the zoom and ask any questions. Great way to get the info you want without all the other fluff. As well as meet us and other attendees. [Click here for General Policies](https://www.meetup.com/MoreToExplore/events/282719353/) and useful info about our international trips. The MAIN Meetup post for this event is here: **[France Culinary Explorer](https://www.meetup.com/fork-n-cork/events/298965454/)** (RSVP there for any conversation and comments) We believe in good decent social. This events is cross posted to several other groups and the number of RSVPs on each is not reflective. We have a set of sister groups where we post our local free, local/regional camping, and our overseas events too. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) Live the adventure instead of only dreaming it! SOT 2000318-10

Fat Hungarian Party! 🇭🇺 Zsír magyar buli!

On Saturday, August 29th, let’s get our Fat (Cool) Hungarian Party on as we enjoy some tasty bites at Budapest Cafe. Then we’ll listen to music and dance at the Summer’s End Folk Dance House! 🇭🇺 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! (If joining for dinner at Budapest Cafe, please try to show up by 5:15pm!) Details below: Budapest Cafe 5:15pm to 7:30pm 1631 2nd Ave (btwn E 84th & E 85th) Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iLkjq8Sao63sgy3c7 Summer’s End Folk Dance House! 🇭🇺 7:30pm to 9:30pm Hungarian House 213 East 82nd Street (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave) Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bDPNHcxLUiv4PQ1P7 Featuring Fészer band and folk dance-house (táncház) children’s program from 7 to 8pm adult program from 8pm to midnight $20.50 Link to get tickets: **[https://www.hungarianhouse.org/hu/event-details/summers-end-folk-dance-house](https://www.hungarianhouse.org/hu/event-details/summers-end-folk-dance-house)** Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

Fun & Games Happy Hour

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-games-night-tickets-1998699943334](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-games-night-tickets-1998699943334) (\*Limited # of tickets available for $15 with promo code 5. *Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.)* Join us for a fun-filled night of friendly competition, interactive games, and socializing! Throughout the evening, you’ll team up with new people in every round, giving you a chance to connect with everyone while playing exciting games inspired by popular TV game shows. ### **How It Works:** 🍽️ **6:30-7pm** **Pre-Game Socializing:** Arrive early to enjoy food and drinks with fellow attendees (pay as you go). 🎮 **7pm – Game Time:** Get placed into teams of **4-6 people** and dive into different rounds of interactive games. 🔄 **Team Rotation:** After each round, you’ll switch teams and try a **new game**, ensuring you meet and engage with different people throughout the night. ### **What to Expect:** * No need to be a trivia whiz—your team will help! * Games inspired by **Family Feud, Jeopardy Trivia, Name That Tune etc** and more (games vary each event). * A lively, **fun, and social atmosphere** perfect for meeting new people. ### **Event Details:** 💰 **Cost:** $20 General Members / $15 Lifetime VIP Members Includes host fee and private room rental. 👥 **Who Can Join?** Ages 30s+ (98% of attendees come solo, so don’t be shy!) 👕 **Dress Code:** Look your best, but be yourself! To find 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)**

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)

40's & Over Mixer (Drink Specials)

\***TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40s-over-mixer-tickets-1996371427681](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/40s-over-mixer-tickets-1996371427681) (Multiple groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have a good # attending). Join us for an unforgettable evening at the stylish at the stylish heated, enclosed rooftop - the perfect setting to unwind, connect, and meet new friends—all while enjoying breathtaking views. Whether you’re coming solo or with a group, our friendly hosts will be there to greet you and help spark meaningful connections throughout the night. Finally a party where you will meet others your age who are interested in the same things as you. Make new friends in your age group from several social groups at this unique and fun event. How it works: * **Ice breakers that will connect you with others** * **Hosts on hand to welcome and introduce you to others at the event** * **Up to 50 Meetup members coming to mix, mingle, network** * **Fun music played at conversational levels** FAQS: **Is this for singles?** This is for anyone looking to connect with others. We will have one color dedicated to “singles” so you can see who the other singles are. **How many members will attend?** This is a multi-Meetup group event. This page only shows a small portion of the actual attendees. Based on other RSVPs and members who have already prepaid, we will have a good # of members attending! **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 80% attend on their own. **How should I dress?** We just suggest neat casual. \*Limited # of tickets available for $15. Price will go up to $25 as event gets closer. No tix sold at door. To find more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/nyc-social-group-316399833010](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/nyc-social-group-316399833010)

Greek Festival

chai & paint in the park

**[CLICK HERE TO REGISTER](https://luma.com/max0rpcd)** (FINAL RSVP IS NOT FROM MEETUP) **welcome to adda ep05 ❤︎** ​a slow saturday in the park ​we're painting together, not because we're artists, but because sometimes your hands need to do what your words can't. **what's included:** * ​chai * ​homemade snacks * ​pre-sketched canvas * ​paints & brushes * ​your painting to take home *​we'll bring the chai, the canvas (with a light sketch), the paints, and snacks. you bring the stories.* ​come alone or bring a friend. **(we only have 12 spots)** see you soon ❤︎ xx gors