Performance Venue in New York City

Staples Baddie brings the heat to 3 Dollar Bill with live performances that celebrate bold, unapologetic queer nightlife. Expect high-energy entertainment, a packed dance floor, and the kind of crowd that knows how to have a good time. Thursday nights...

A theatrical evening at C'Mon Everybody featuring live performance and entertainment. This intimate Brooklyn venue offers the perfect setting for a memorable night out with craft cocktails and a welcoming atmosphere.

QUEEN is Industry Bar's signature drag showcase, hosted by the legendary Brenda Dharling. Expect rotating drag performers, a packed dance floor, and the kind of high-energy atmosphere that keeps Hell's Kitchen's queer community coming back week after week. This is...

Thursday night drag at Pieces Bar featuring Jasmine Rice Labelija with special guests Catrina Lovelace and Skye Walker, plus DJ 2Face spinning the night away. This is the kind of reliable, high-energy drag show that keeps West Village regulars coming...

Late-night entertainment at C'Mon Everybody featuring live performance and nightlife vibes. This Thursday night event brings the energy and community spirit that makes the Franklin Avenue venue a go-to spot for queers and allies looking to have a good time.

Vicky Vee hosts this weekly Friday night drag showcase at Rise — a high-energy celebration of drag performance and competition inspired by the legendary TV show. Showtime at 8PM, it's become a Hell's Kitchen staple for anyone who loves fierce...

Beau Jangless, Mo'riah, and Dev Doe bring the acrobatics and spectacle to Boxers HK's rooftop with an unforgettable night of twirling, aerial artistry, and high-energy performance. Lady Simon keeps the beats rolling all night long. This is drag performance meets...

Bootie LeFaris takes the stage at Pieces for a night of high-energy drag with an all-star cast. DJ Gingy spins the soundtrack while the performers bring theatrical glamour and pure fun to Christopher Street's favorite dive bar. Expect feathers, attitude,...

Saturday night drag spectacle featuring Selma Nilla and Vicky Vee, two powerhouse performers bringing high-energy entertainment to Balcon Salon's dance floor. Expect fierce performances, killer looks, and a packed crowd ready to celebrate. This is the weekly Saturday tradition that...

Gregory Buckheit takes the stage as the singing bartender for this Saturday happy hour at Balcon Salon. Half-price drinks from 4-8pm make it the perfect time to catch live entertainment, sling back cocktails, and settle into Hell's Kitchen's hottest gay...

Kizha Carr, the 2025 NYC Glam Awards Entertainer of the Year, brings her signature blend of drag, comedy, and pure charisma to Industry Bar every Sunday at 11:30 AM. With DJ TK on the decks, this is where the city's...

A sultry Sunday night showcase featuring Lexington Banks, DJ Senobyte, and Essence at Pieces Bar. This is the kind of drag and dance experience that keeps West Village nights electric — expect fierce performances, high-energy beats, and a crowd ready...

Bootsie LeFaris and Bubbles O'Boob bring the Broadway magic every Sunday at 7pm. This is the showtunes night that actually gets it — expect big vocals, bigger personalities, and a room full of people who know every word. DJ Mike...

A hilarious night of roasting and comedy at C'Mon Everybody. This interactive show celebrates the queer community with sharp wit, irreverent humor, and performers ready to skewer everyone in the room—including themselves. Expect laughter, surprises, and the kind of comedy...

Playground Sundays is Rise's weekly drag showcase where Marti and Chicky take the stage every Sunday night. It's the kind of show that keeps people coming back — high-energy performances, a crowd that knows how to have fun, and the...

Broadway meets drag debauchery with Kiki Ball-Change and Selma Nilla taking the stage for a night of theatrical chaos and pure performance magic. Expect sharp wit, killer vocals, and the kind of show-stopping energy that only happens when two powerhouse...

A legendary drag resurrection returns to C'Mon Everybody. This is the kind of event that builds a reputation through word of mouth — expect fierce performances, a packed dance floor, and the energy that only happens when a beloved night...

An hour of Vinyasa Flow with instructor John at Red Eye NY — a chance to ground yourself in the heart of Manhattan before the week really kicks in. Clothing optional, judgment-free, and held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at...

Monday nights at Balcon get gloriously dark and theatrical with Apocalypse Noir—a drag extravaganza hosted by Andrew Barret Cox and Jan Sport. Expect live vocals, freaky performances, and DJ Lady Simon spinning the soundtrack to your best apocalyptic fever dream....

A night celebrating R&B royalty with drag performances that honor the genre's greatest queens. The Jelly brings together fierce performers and R&B lovers for an evening of live entertainment, sharp choreography, and the kind of energy that makes C'Mon Everybody...

Host Ashley Ryan brings you Crash Landing, a weekly comedy night where local comics test out fresh material in front of a live crowd. Some bits soar, some crash and burn, and that's exactly the point — it's the kind...

Victoria Williams hosts a night celebrating the magic of musical theater with live singing and special guests. If you love Broadway, showtunes, and performers who can actually belt it out, this is your Monday reset—expect the kind of energy that...

Musical Mondays brings the showtunes energy to Rise every week—a rotating cast of local queens (Paige, Sutton, Cacophony, and Evita) performing to music videos with DJ Gingy spinning from 7pm, followed by showtime at 8:30. It's the kind of Monday...

Lance Horne and Hunter Canning host this weekly Monday night staple at Club Cumming—a 9:30 pm show with no cover charge, ever. Request your favorite songs and settle in for a reliably fun evening of live entertainment and good company.

A high-energy drag showcase every Monday at Industry Bar, presented and choreographed by Daniel Gold. Spotlighting fierce performers and dancers against a backdrop of music from DJ Lovelace and dazzling lights, this is the drag show that keeps Hell's Kitchen...

An open-mic night hosted by The Garden Committee (Gray Caro, Zoe Arora & George) and their friends, bringing live performance across all disciplines to the stage. Whether you're watching or stepping up to perform, it's a space where artists of...

Two GLAM Award-winning comedians bringing their stupidly funny chemistry to VERS. Reese Havoc and Hanukah Lewinsky are a best duo for a reason—expect sharp comedy, genuine laughs, and the kind of performance that reminds you why live drag is the...

An elegant evening of song, storytelling, and standup comedy hosted by Catherine Cohen. Wine, whine, and witty performances from NYC's buzziest entertainers every Wednesday at Club Cumming. $25 GA, doors at 7:30pm.

Natti Vogel takes over Club Cumming for an April residency, bringing a month of live performances and entertainment to the East Village nightclub. Expect dynamic shows and the kind of creative energy that makes Club Cumming a destination for cutting-edge...

Wild Wednesdays is Rise Bar's midweek drag showcase where a rotating ensemble of fierce queens—Brenda Dharling, Lexington Banks, Bootsie Lefaris, Pattaya Hart, and Skye Walker—bring looks, comedy, and high-energy performances. DJ John Marto keeps the energy moving all night. It's...

Pankakke brings the heat to Red Eye NY with a night of high-energy entertainment and dancing. This Thursday showcase features live performances and a packed dance floor where you can fuel up on signature espresso cocktails and lose yourself in...

A night of comedy and music hosted by Garrett Williams and his band, The Bad Boys. Doors at 7pm, show starts at 7:30pm. $12 advance, $15 at the door. 21+.

A late-night drag show at C'Mon Everybody, where Brooklyn's drag scene comes alive with rotating performers and a crowd ready to celebrate. This is the kind of Thursday night that keeps the neighborhood's queer community coming back.

Late-night performance night at Club Cumming featuring William Francis and Eggz. This Thursday night showcase brings together live entertainment in the heart of the East Village, drawing a crowd ready for a good time after hours.

The sequel to the cult queer comedy classic returns for a night of irreverent humor and community vibes. Str8 to DVD 2 brings back the absurdist energy that made the original a must-see, with sharp comedy and a crowd that...

Letra brings together two powerful art forms in one evening—queer poetry and flamenco dance. Watch poet-dancer pairings move across the stage, with performances from flamenco dancers who channel raw emotion and rhythm into every gesture. It's the kind of night...

A theatrical cabaret experience that celebrates neurodiversity and queer identity through performance art. Expect creative storytelling, live entertainment, and a community of people who get the beautiful chaos of being different. This is the kind of show that makes you...

An open-stage night where The Garden Committee (Gray Caro, Zoe Arora & George) and their creative friends bring whatever they want to the Club Cumming stage — performance art, music, comedy, spoken word, you name it. There's an open mic...

A hands-on workshop for writers exploring how dramatic structure, vulnerability, and queerness intersect on the page. You'll develop monologues in a collaborative space with other writers, and every piece created gets published in a print anthology by Active Chapter. It's...

An elegant Wednesday night of song, storytelling, and standup comedy hosted by Catherine Cohen. Wine, wit, and the buzziest names in NYC performance—it's cabaret the way it should be. $25, doors at 7:30pm.

Natti Vogel brings a month-long residency to Club Cumming, featuring live performances that showcase bold artistry and queer creativity. Expect dynamic entertainment that captures the energy and intimacy Club Cumming is known for, with Natti's unique vision taking center stage...

New York's sexiest comedy variety show brings together stand-up, burlesque, circus, musical comedy, drag, and magic for one unforgettable night. Hosted by Jenny Gorelick and magician Mark Clearview, this lineup of the best late-night acts across the five boroughs promises...

A night of live entertainment that celebrates the weird, wonderful, and unapologetically queer. The Misfit Variety Show brings together performers and artists who don't fit the mold — expect the unexpected, from drag to comedy to whatever else the misfits...

Final Fagtasy brings the heat with rotating drag performers, a packed dance floor, and the kind of crowd that actually knows how to have a good time. This is the nightlife event that keeps Brooklyn's queer scene talking—expect high energy,...

A high-wire night of circus-inspired cabaret and performance art that benefits a cause worth supporting. Expect acrobatic feats, theatrical flair, and the kind of spectacle that only Club Cumming can pull off — all while raising money for something meaningful.

Ms. Zilbert takes the stage at Red Eye NY for an evening of drag performance and entertainment. This is the kind of show that keeps the crowd engaged and the energy high — expect sharp wit, killer looks, and the...

Every Monday, Lance Horne and Hunter Canning take over Club Cumming for a 9:30 PM show that's become a reliable highlight of the East Village nightlife calendar. No cover charge ever means you can show up, request a song, and...

Natti Vogel brings a month-long residency to Club Cumming, delivering live performances that showcase artistry and charisma night after night. This is your chance to catch one of the city's most compelling performers in an intimate setting, with multiple opportunities...

Miss Katie hosts an evening of shared queer travel stories at Metropolitan. Got a memorable tale from your adventures? Step up and tell it — this is your chance to share what happened on the road with a room full...

Dev Doee brings the heat with a drag burlesque showcase featuring an all-star lineup of performers serving looks, athleticism, and pure spectacle. Expect high-energy performances, gravity-defying flips, and the kind of eleganza that keeps the crowd on their feet. A...

Carson Olshansky brings their sharp wit and irreverent comedy to Club Cumming for an evening of live performance and audience interaction. This is the kind of show where anything can happen — expect laughs, surprises, and a room full of...

Alaska Thunderf*ck takes on Taylor Swift's iconic album with a drag twist at Brooklyn's biggest queer venue. Expect sharp performances, theatrical production, and a room full of people ready to celebrate both drag artistry and pop culture. This is the...

The Kitty Kat Ball brings together some of the city's sharpest drag performers for a night of high-energy performance and pure celebration. With Nini Coco, Darlene Mitchell, Myki Meeks, and Juicy Love Dion on the lineup, expect fierce looks, killer...