Antitwink Bar Crawl
Hey there kids. This whole section is devoted to the cool things to do every night of the week, aka- if I go out here’s where you’ll find me. This info will change every week so check back often as I post new parties as I get them. For those of you out there that have your finger on the pulse of the scene- if you see a cool party that belongs in this section- send it to me at: theantitwink@gmail.com and I’ll get it posted.
fridays
Black Cock @ The Cock
The notorious mr. Black crew take over the East Village's most infamous gay bar. Hosts Chicken Little and Black Eddie join DJ Daryl Raymond and downtown's hottest go-go boys. 29 2nd Ave., 212-777-6254, thecockbar.com, 11pm, $10.
Fridays @ Rockbar
Beer Blast with $3 beers till 10pm, then classic rock awesomeness and $5 Svedka till close. 185 Christopher St., 212-675-1864, rockbarnyc.com.
Paradise Lost @ Boots and Saddles
Weekly Friday night party featuring new and classic dance music, disco, and pop. Rotating $5 top-shelf drink special. Friendly bartenders and a sexy, diverse crowd make this a dance party not to be missed. 76 Christopher St., 212-929-9684, bootsandsaddlenyc.com, free.
Rockit @ Amalia
Hosts Brandon L. Voss and Tony Fornabio bring the glamor and an A-list guest list to this uptown party, while DJs Lady Bunny and Keo Nozari bring the beats. 204 W 55th St., 212-245-1234, amalia-nyc.com, 10pm, free.
Trash! @ Webster Hall
DJ Jess and friends serve you one of the most indie/hipster/gay/straight parties around with cool tunes, gogos, Groovy hosts and much more.
Vicious @ Vlada
DJ Pony spins and Miss Logan Hardcore hosts at Hells Kitchen's hottest Friday night party! 331 W 51st St., 212-974-8030, vladabar.com, 10pm, free.
Mondays
Martini Mondays @ Barracuda
Hosted and Tunes by David Serrano- Trust me when I say that this is the perfect after work party- with 2-4-1 drinks, Cool music and Videos and a cute fun Chelsea crowd. If late night is more your style check out NYC’s nicest drag queen- Peppermint Gummy Bear. She hits the Stage at 12 and promises to give a Fierce show all the time. Really, it’s impossible not to LOVE this girl! 275 W22nd st
Bianca Del Rio @ The Ritz
This is easily one of the funniest things going on Monday nights. DJ Xavier, Bianca and the mysterious “talking railing” have a great banter, and you have to see them tear into both tourists and the local boys. You’ll either be totally offended or fall in love. 369 W 46th st
Woof @ View Bar
Max Scott hosts weekly. Featuring a rotating cast of porn star performers, the crowd is a mix of Bears/Daddies and the boys that love them. Don't be intimidated. This is one of the most welcoming and friendly group of bears out there. Free giveaways and cheap drinks are standard. 232 8th Ave
saturdays
Crisis on Eighth Avenue @ Elevate
What happens when you put nightlife heavy hitters Michael T, Daniel Nardicio, Chris Ryan, Paul Short, Rich King and Cynthia Powell together? They have a CRISIS! Open bar 10–11pm. 390 8th Ave., 212-947-1970, elevatenyc.com, 10pm, $10, $5 w/ invite.
Family Function @ Woody's
The utterly fabulous Ladyfag host a party for the hippest, cutest boys in NYC and the girls who love them! Rotating DJs and so much cuteness we can't stand it! 31 2nd Ave., 212-777-0774, 10pm, free.
The Petting Zoo @ Rockbar
DJ Corey TuT spins rock 'n' roll and go-go boys cavort through the masses. Live music and performances every week. $5 Svedka. 185 Christopher St., 212-675-1864, rockbarnyc.com, free.
Poppers @ The Cock
Every Saturday at the notorious Cock, come downtown for the dirtiest little party in town. Hot-to-trot boys line the walls, cool installations mix up the space, and an electro infused playlist gets you down and dirty. Come by, because you GOTTA see this! 29 2nd Ave., 212-777-6254, thecockbar.com, 11pm, $10.
Saturn @ Vig 27
Saturn is the only place to be on Saturday night if you're on the East Side above 14th Street. Bianca Del Rio hosts with her razor sharp wit and DJ Pony spins out of this world beats. $5 Pearl Vodka all night! 119 East 27th St., 212-686-5500, vig27.com, free.
Sundays
Vandam @ Greenhouse
First- this has one of my favorite DJs ever- Johnny Dynell. Add Susanne Bartsch, Kenny Kenny and a slew of cool-ass hosts- and you have a HOT party! Open bar till 11pm and its free all night, totally worth checking out. 150 Varick St. @ Vandam
Cuckoo Club @ Hiro
What is there to say? This party seems to have been going on forever, it's always packed and it's always fun. Honey Dijon lays down fierce beats, The Trinity hosts and they have some of the best bartenders out there- so really- just go check it out. 363 W16 @9th ave
Sperm @ The Cock
Man Parrish’s party that’s been running forever. If I say too much I’ll get someone in trouble. That right there is reason enough to go! 29 2nd Ave
Love hangover @ Eastern Bloc
Disco party with Gant Johnson and guests. Hosts include: Linda Simpson, Ernie Cote and impromptu numbers by Keisha. 505 E 6th st
Thursdays
Campus Thursdays @ Splash
Chris Ryan hosts, gives away lots of free stuff, and keeps the boys who attend gagging with special appearances from celebritards, guest djs, and more giveaways. Did I mention he gives away lots of free stuff? This one is 18+, Cover Varies. 50 W 17th St
Denim Shorts @ The Phoenix
stop by everyones favorite low-key dive to hear tunes by Andrew Martini, and to suck down some $3 beers. no attitude, no cover, and always a good time! E 13th st and Ave A
Tuesdays
Camp Karaoke @ Barracuda
Join Mimi Imfust and a cast of Chelsea boys as they sing into the night. Always fun, always free, and you never know who may pop in (read: celebrities). 275 W22nd st
Beige @ B Bar
If you have never been- go!!! One of New york’s longest running parties and definitely one of the most fun. Celebrities, Fashion kids and everyone in between are welcome, they have great Guest DJs and really fun approachable hosts. PLUS it’s free! Bowery and E4th st
BoyBox @ G Lounge
Joey Israel and Cazwell bring the boys out early for cocktails in Chelsea with entertainment provided by "The BoyBox Beauties", a crew of studly gogo boys who do strip teases in fun and sometimes bizarre costumes all throughout the evening. The party usually dies down a little by 2am, so get there around 11pm to get in on the action. 223 W 19th St
Big Gulp @ The Cock
Dj Kindbud spins his own unique mix of beats at this weekly mess (in agood way) of a party. "Bartender of the Year" Glammy award winner Andy is behind the bar, while sexy gogo stud Chris keeps you entertained on it. $10= open bar all night NO SEXUAL ACTIVITY ALLOWED ;) 2nd St and 2nd Ave.
Wednesdays
Goodtimes @ Easternbloc
I’ll be honest- if I’m out on a Wednesday night, this is where I’ll be. Every Wednesday DJs Jimmy Im, and Josh Sparber PACK this bar with good-looking young hipster boys and turn out beats that will make you dance and sing all night long. Really, one of the best weekday parties in the city. Go there. Really. Ave A and E6th st
Pop Tarts @ Barracuda
One part DJ David Serrano, One Part Britney Houston, and One Part Cute Chelsea Boys. Shake. Sip. Repeat as needed. 275 W 22nd st
Wednesdays @ The Phoenix
$2 beer night!!!! The perfect Pregame in the East Village! Ave A and 13th St
