Weekly Roundup (August 5)
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August 5, 2026 | Issue #170
NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Note from Rebeka:
The fun doesn't stop this August! Soak up the rest of summer with live music at Z100's Summer Bash and the NoMad Jazz Festival, explore can't-miss beauty pop-ups from The Ordinary, Wavytalk, TRESemmé, and more, and treat yourself to a matcha at the Veja x Kettl or Casa Sui x Little Pine collaborations.
– Rebeka
FEATURED EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
🎷NoMad Jazz Festival (August 5 - 8): New York City’s newest jazz tradition returns, bringing free programming, global artists, family and cultural programs, and community vibes to NoMad.
💇♀️Wavytalk Airshape Pro Launch (August 6): Join Wavytalk at Chillhouse Soho to celebrate the launch of Airshape Pro! Stop by for complimentary gel manicures, professional styling, product demos, refreshments, and event-only surprises.
🎶Z100 Summer Bash (August 6): Z100's Summer Bash presented by Wells Fargo is back at Hudson Yards! The lineup will include Charlie Puth, Yeonjun, Bella Kay and JYT.
🪻Cj Hendry’s Pastel at Salon 94 Design (August 6 - 16): Salon 94 Design & Cj Hendry present Pastel, a hands-on installation ft. a massive pit filled with pastel-colored beads, all connected to Hendry's signature visual world.
💅Sticki Rolls x Chillhouse Salon Experience (August 7 - 8): Join Sticki Rolls for an exclusive first look at their newest collection! Celebrate the launch with complimentary sticker manis, sip complimentary drinks at the Sticki Café and take home BFF bracelets and gifts.
💁♀️TRESemmé Bounce Summer Club (August 7 - 8): Guests can enjoy complimentary TRESemmé product gifting, interactive photo moments, and discover the new Bouncy Curls Collection.
🧴 The Ordinary Dictionary (August 8): The Ordinary is popping up in the Meatpacking District on Saturday outside of Sephora. Explore the ingredients behind your favorite products, play games, take home a sample, take a photo in the photo booth, enjoy a drink (while supplies last), and more! #ad #theordinarypartner
💚Veja x Kettl (August 8 - 9): VEJA is partnering with Kettl Matcha to celebrate the launch of their new sandals with two pop-ups in Williamsburg and Nolita. Sip a complimentary matcha latte and take a look at their newest products!
MORE EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
🎀Victoria's Secret National Underwear Day (August 5)
👖Wrangler x LoveShackFancy Launch Event (August 5)
💄Benetint Pocket Pal Pop-Up (August 5)
🐶Pup Cups in the Park (Wednesdays in August)
🦷Sensodyne The World's Coldest Treat (August 6)
⚽Apple TV Ted Lasso Look Alike Event (August 6)
🎭Broadway in Bryant Park (August 6, 13)
🥯PopUp Bagels x Natalie's OJ Tangerine Dream Tour (August 7)
💋Lip Lab Mint Scoop (August 7)
🚲Summer Streets 2026 (August 8, 15, 22)
🥯BFF x Pop Up Bagel (Saturdays in August)
🍦Josie Maran x David Scoop Shop (August 7 - 8)
🍺Dos Equis & Fuerza Regida - Stay Thirsty (August 7 - 8)
✨ Sungboon Editor Glow Buddy Pop-Up (August 7 - 9)
🌾Patagonia Provisions (August 7 - 9)
🏃CPRC x Brasil Run Club (August 8)
🥚EGGcellent Fest (August 8)
🍵Casa Sui x Little Pine (August 8)
🕯️P.F. Candle Co. Vintage & Vines (August 8)
🏀The Brooklyn Dribble (August 8)
🎧Bastid’s BBQ Party (August 8)
🍦Farmacy x Sephora Fro-Yo Truck (August 8)
🎀VandyThePink x ASICS Pop-Up (August 8)
🧵Muji Beaded Wrist Strap Workshop (August 8 - 9)
🧋JoJu East Village Celebration (August 10)
💃The 45th Annual Battery Dance Festival (August 10 - 16)
🎉Harlem Week 2026 (through August 16)
🧴Haus of K Seoul Beauty Lounge (through August 31)
💄Glossier Balmdega (through August 31)
ON THE RADAR:
💄Ocoa Beauty x Ulta Beauty (August 15): Ocoa Beauty is celebrating their first anniversary and bringing the curl magic to NYC! Come hang out with founders, show off your gorgeous curls, and enjoy the fun activations!
🐾Neo York Neopets Pop-Up (August 21 - 23): Neopets has partnered with Shopify for the first ever Neopets pop-up store in NYC! Shop exclusive mercha and participate in activities throughout the weekend, including tarot readings, a claw machine, photobooth, and more!
🍦Ben & Jerry's Great Summer Bar Drop (August 21 - 23): Join Ben & Jerry’s for the NEW Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Bar giveaways and he Hunt for the Golden Stick-et for your chance to WIN a year of FREE Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Bars!
MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:
🍴 $10 on Seated: Earn money back on every meal (sometimes up to 30%) with Seated that you can convert to gift cards, including a $10 bonus when you sign up!
🙇🏽♀️ Get $200 for a Focus Group: Earn $200 in rewards to help to shape the future of technology! Sign up for a 3 hour in-person study in Midtown Manhattan and get $200 for your time and participation.