The Jones Effect

Tuesday nights at Rise belong to the bingo crowd — free to play, fabulous prizes, and Evita Loca calling the balls. Happy hour runs until 9pm, snacks are on hand, and the vibe is exactly what a midweek reset should feel like. Show up at 6:30 and let the luck of the draw do the rest.

Late-night karaoke takes a competitive turn every Tuesday at 11pm. DJ TK keeps the energy high and the crowd ready to throw down. It's the kind of night where the best singers shine and the brave ones get the biggest laughs — exactly what you want from a Hell's Kitchen karaoke night.

The last Wednesday of the month is your chance to meet other guys in a no-pressure, no-cover setting at Rise. Show up between 8 and 10pm, grab a drink, and see who you connect with. It's the kind of low-key social night that actually works.

Wednesday nights at Rise belong to a rotating ensemble of fierce queens who know how to bring looks, comedy, and high-energy performances in equal measure. Brenda Dharling, Lexington Banks, Bootsie Lefaris, Pattaya Hart, and Skye Walker host the show with DJ John Marto keeping the energy locked in. Showtime at 10:30pm — this is the midweek drag reset Hell's Kitchen actually needs.

Friday nights at Rise belong to the queens of RuPaul's Drag Race. Showtime at 8PM brings the glamour, the lip-syncs, and the kind of energy that keeps the dance floor moving all night. It's become the city's go-to spot for Drag Race fans who want to celebrate their favorite queens in a room full of people who actually get it.

Friday nights at Rise belong to the dance floor—DJ John Marto, VJ Paul Leasure, and DJ Susan Levine keeping the energy high all night across the main room and Shine Lounge. It's the kind of reliable, high-octane weekend kickoff that Hell's Kitchen does best.