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With the holiday on Thursday, we’ve got fewer listings than usual — but don’t be fooled:
NYC still came to serve.
Whether you’re looking to wind down before the holiday madness, or escape the goyishe/family/capitalism chaos entirely, we’ve got you covered.
Want to sweat it out, find your people, or just not talk about your job for a few hours? That’s all here.
And if you’re in the mood for a little tradition — the kind with a sound system — there’s even a Christmas Eve institution where you just might meet a nice Jewish boy on the dance floor. (No promises, but the odds are decent.)
Tuesday December 23rd
JOYR!DE – Stiletto @ Loafers Cocktail Bar, on Tue, 23 Dec, 19:00–23:00
Expect divine beats and delicious company as NYC’s own Tory Stiletto brings his signature blend of melodic techno and Baltimore house to Loafers. Known for sets at Horse Meat Disco and Renaissance World Tour, he crafts immersive, emotional dancefloor journeys.
Jiancarlo @ DeepDiveBK, on Tue, 23 Dec, 19:00–23:59
Settle into a cozy night of deep grooves at DeepDiveBK, a hidden hi-fi speakeasy run by DJs in the heart of Bed-Stuy. Jiancarlo takes the reins for a music-forward evening of warm sound and local vibes.
VHS Holiday Warm-Up – eyeswideshutt, S A M I, SHRAY, S7IK, WADDLE b2b Misa, STEEN b2b Sam Valle @ Bossa Nova Civic Club, on Tue, 23 Dec, 22:00–04:00
Get your holiday week started with bouncy trance and techno from a stacked lineup of VHS residents and friends. With high energy all night long, this Bossa takeover promises a proper warm-up for the days ahead.
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Wednesday December 24th
Christmas Eve Jewbilee 2025 – DJ Alex Cohen, Joco & LeeDee @ Slate NY, on Wed, 24 Dec, 21:30–Late
NYC’s biggest gay Christmas Eve party returns with 1,000+ revelers, two floors of music, and signature Hebro holiday energy. Expect Tel Aviv sounds upstairs and pop remixes in the basement with DJ Alex Cohen.
LALAPAJEWZA @ C’mon Everybody, on Wed, 24 Dec, 19:30–Late
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a riotous, glamorous drag spectacular that brings festive camp and queer joy to the stage. Expect big looks, big laughs, and holiday cheer for all.
Elysium – rnx, jeecck, Krix, Xiranda @ Aura 57 NYC, on Wed, 24 Dec, 22:00–04:00
Elysium blends trance and house for a euphoric holiday rave inspired by artists like KI/KI, Chris Stussy, and Armin van Buuren. Expect a high-energy journey of grooves, classics, and emotional peaks.
The BUSH DÜF Before Christmas – Ben Zo, cruz ctrl, Klipdagga, Interpretive Sound, Perrin Grace @ Trans-Pecos, on Wed, 24 Dec, 22:00–04:00
BUSH DÜF brings a colorful and cathartic techno night to Trans-Pecos with hypnotic, psychedelic selections from Ben Zo and friends. Triple-deck mixes and cinematic transitions keep this night deep and unexpected.
S.L.I.P – MORENXXX, LOKA @ Bossa Nova Civic Club, on Wed, 24 Dec, 22:00–04:00
The fierce Christmas Eve edition of S.L.I.P. marks three years of club chaos with genre-blending techno, twisted rhythms, and underground club heat. Come freak festive with this wild late-night celebration.
DJ ANTON RESIDENCY @ Eavesdrop, on Wed, 24 Dec, 20:00–01:00
Wind down your holiday evening with smooth and soulful selections in a warm hi-fi lounge setting. DJ Anton brings deep vibes for a cozy Christmas Eve night out.
Thursday December 25th
Christmas Day – Mike Servito @ Bossa Nova Civic Club, on Thu, 25 Dec, 22:00–04:00
Acid Santa is coming to town—Mike Servito returns to Bossa for an all-night Christmas gift of jacking house and acid. Come sweat out the holiday with one of NYC’s most beloved selectors.
ROMANCE – Andi + Carozilla @ Gabriela, on Thu, 25 Dec, 21:00–03:30
Sad bangers, big emotions, and crying-on-the-dancefloor energy are on the menu with ROMANCE, Eli’s dream party made real. Andi and Carozilla bring catharsis and queer joy to this free weekly Thursday at Gabriela.
Weekend Preview
Check Thursday’s email for the full weekend listings!
Donis b2b Joe Claussell @ Nowadays, on Fri, 26 Dec, 22:00–06:00
Two masters of NYC’s dance music legacy, Donis and Joe Claussell unite for a night of spiritual and soulful house. Expect a journey through deep house, disco, Afro rhythms, and transcendent grooves that move both body and soul.
D’Sean, Spase, Auphoria b2b Jeny Michelle @ Cargo / Dead Letter No. 9, on Sat, 27 Dec, 21:00–04:00
Two rooms, two frequencies: warm, soulful house and disco in the main room with D’Sean, Spase, and Spencer Blake; deep, hypnotic minimal and techno in the foyer with Auphoria b2b Jeny Michelle. It’s a dancer’s night, curated by selectors with range, soul, and serious depth.
Ge-ology @ Moondog HiFi, on Sun, 28 Dec, 18:00–23:59
Ge-ology celebrates his birthday with a vinyl-only session through jazz, soul, and rare grooves on Moondog HiFi’s pristine sound system. This intimate Sunday evening invites deep listening, connection, and community.
Take what you need this week:
A breather, a banger, a disco ball bashert.
We’ll see you out there — holiday cheer optional, dancing required 🪩💋
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