What better way to enjoy a museum than during one of its after hours events? Music, art, drinks, and there’s typically an age requirement of 21 and up. This is one of my favorite times to visit some of the museums in New York City either solo, with friends, or for date night.
Art After Dark at The Guggenheim
1071 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10128
Hours: 9 pm–midnight
$18 guests and general public (credit card only at the door); cash bar
At its Art After Dark program, the Guggenheim transforms into a cocktail-driven, DJ-studded, fashion-forward event designed to introduce the masses to the museum’s art collections without the formality of daylight the first Friday of most months. The DJs change frequently and often bring a highly loyal fan base with them. Lines can be long, so it’s best to arrive early. http://www.guggenheim.org
Target Saturdays at Brooklyn Museum
200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn NY 11238
Hours: 5pm – 11pm
Free
On the first Saturday of every month, the Brooklyn Museum hosts Target Saturdays, an evening of special events and drinks.The is transformed into a DJ-thumping, bodies moving, fun dance party. Attendees also enjoy live music, special programs, and access to all of the museum’s exhibits until 11pm! Each month is a different theme i.e African Dance, Hispanic Culture, Pride, etc…Children are welcome at attend this event and there is special programing for them as well. http://www.brooklynmuseum.org
K2 Nights at Rubin Museum
150 W 17th St., New York, NY 10011
Hours: Fridays, 6pm – 10pm
Free
Every Friday night, the Rubin Museum’s Serai Restaurant morphs into the K2 Lounge, serving cocktails and Asian tapas. Admission to the galleries is free from 6-10pm, and you can stroll the museum’s Himalayan-themed exhibits while DJs spin accompanying tunes. The museum hosts special curated exhibits, film viewings and live music performances. Arrive early for the 2-for-1 drink specials offered from 6-7pm. http://www.rmanyc.org
Late Nights at the MOMA
11 West 53 Street, New York, NY 10019
Hours: Fridays, 4pm – 8pm
Free
Admission is free for all visitors during UNIQLO Free Friday Nights, held every Friday evening from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Your UNIQLO Free Friday Night ticket permits you to all other Museum galleries, exhibitions, and films. http://www.moma.org
Uptown Fridays! At the Studio Museum in Harlem
144 West 125th Street, New York, New York 10027
Hours: Fridays 6pm – 9pm
Free
Join friends and neighbors to dance to the sounds of the DJ in the Studio Museum’s courtyard, check out the exhibitions on view during guided tours, browse through the innovative items in the Museum Store, and enjoy great food and creative cocktails at the Atrium Café.Uptown Fridays is FREE and open to the public. Visit their website for the next Uptown Friday event. http://www.studiomuseum.org
Until next time! -xo AGT
A Girl Travels 