Hey there it's Sarah and today I'm going to be your New York City guide to the
best parties in the city. These aren't going to be clubs, I'll do that in
another video. This is going to be parties that happen every year that are
unbelievable experiences. I'm gonna walk you through everything. But remember in
order to come to these parties you have to be 21 years old because that's the
drinking age here in the US. So let's begin our tour of New York City's party scene.
I'm here at Pinknic. Now this is a white and pink themed rose festival here on Govenor's Island every summer.
Everything here is rose themed.
From the drinks to the popsicles to the picnic baskets.
It is just a beautiful way to celebrate summer in the city.
Daybreaker is an incredibly unique party series.
They do these monthly parties but the thing it's in the morning it's not at night.
It's 7:00am to 9:00am and if you like yoga they do that before and it's just all
about belonging, acceptance, love, peace. They have crazy performances like fire, and
confetti and bubbles. It's such a great way to start the day. I'm not a
morning person and I love these parties. I go every single month. The interesting
thing about these parties is that there's actually no alcohol served at
them. They have a breakfast bar when you arrive where the normal bar would be in
the club and there you'll find coffee, fruit juices, kombucha, breakfast foods,
granola, sometimes they'll have fruits, and all of that is included in your
ticket price. It's been proven that dancing sober before you begin work
actually makes you happier and puts you in a better mood. There's really no
better way to start your day than going to Daybreaker party. To check out the
next one, go to the website and you'll see it there.
They also have these parties in 28 cities around the world.
So no matter where you are, you can probably find a Daybreaker Party
near you.
if you're a fan of The Great Gatsby movies or the books then you have
to do The Great Gatsby party. It happens every year here in December and if you
can envision the party scene from the movie. It is exactly like that it's
amazing. I had the greatest time at this party. I wish I could be there right now
honestly but of course this video's coming out before that party. So if you're
coming in December buy tickets to The Great Gatsby Party. You will not regret
it. Trust me. It's an incredible experience.
Secret Summer is a farm
to craft cocktail festival that happens in August, which is one of the best
times to be here in the city. I love it because all of the drinks are
delicious. They're made with organic ingredients, you'll see all these
different stands making fresh juices.
There is food.
There's live music. There's games to play. There's just tons of stuff to do here at
Secret Summer. If you're here in August make sure to check it out. We've got
banana foster ice cream. This is rum infused. It has 5% alcohol in it and it is a
delicious. Oh my gosh! It's actually vegan ice cream so it's healthy and also
alcoholic. I swear I'm not an alcoholic. It probably look like that.
I'm here at the Shanghai Mermaid party and these are inspired by the
movie Shanghai Express, which takes place in the 1930s so when you come here you
should dress to that era. A lot of people show up in beautiful dapper looking
costumes. You'll see a colorful cast of characters traveling from Peking to
Shanghai. Each party takes place a different express stop along the
imagined route of the train. During this party they dance to hot jazz, drink
exquisite cocktails and have beautiful city views. And one of my favorite
experiences with this party series is their Moonlight on the Hudson sail boat tour
where they literally have the same party on a sailboat circling around
Manhattan and it's so beautiful. A wonderful way to spend an evening in New York.
The Jazz Age Lawn Party is New York City's original Prohibition era gathering.
Now this spot is great if you're family or you have young kids,
or you're not a family and you just
wanna have fun and enjoy the 1920s inspired event. It's great for everyone.
You don't need to have a costume but it's definitely encouraged and you don't
need to know how to dance 1920s. I certainly don't and I tried. This event
was initially produced by the island and handed over to Michael Arenella in
its third year to organize and grow. Under his watch the event was carefully
curated and nurtured becoming what is now referred to by The Wall Street
Journal and the biggest regular event in the retro-nouveau movement.
This event is constantly selected by the New York Times as one of the most memorable
events of the year. The Jazz Age Lawn Party offers the magical opportunity to
travel back in time.
Two weekends a year, guests are invited to immerse themselves in one of the most colorful
and informative epochs of American History.
They also have a shop where you can buy 1920's style clothing. How dapper is
that? You can just look super fab.
A lot of things to explore around here. You can also have a nice picnic.
Now if you've watched my video on the best experiences in New York, you
know that I am a big fan of the McKittrick hotel and their parties so
please do not miss this one when you're here. They have events all year long but
it's definitely more of a party than a club environment because they are themed
and they change every single month. Check their calendar. All of their
parties have live performances. Some of them are open bar. If you're coming
during Halloween, which is October 31st for those international people, or
Christmas or New Year's that's when they have their biggest parties. Get those
tickets early because the prices increase the closer it gets to the party.
Thanks for joining me on my tour of New York City's party scene. If you're coming
to New York soon remember to check out my other videos on New York City. I cover
tourist traps, things to know, things to do, eat, drink, and a lot more. Thanks for
watching. If you like this video remember to subscribe, follow me on Instagram, and
I will see you next time.
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