Weekly roundup (October 16)

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October 16, 2024 | Issue #77

NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP

Note from Rebeka:

This week: Halloween events are starting, with the 34th Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade and more, beauty pop-ups like Hairstory and Tree Hut, and fun food & drink pop-ups from Kylie Jenner’s Sprinter Vodka to Naya and Taco Bell TBX.

– Rebeka

UPCOMING EVENTS (THIS WEEK):

💦 Get Wet With Hairstory (October 19): Get wet with Hairstory at their first ever pop-up to celebrate the launch of their new products! Enjoy complimentary hairstyling, wet look glam applications and more!

🥙 Naya Williamsburg Grand Opening (October 17 - 19): NAYA is opening in Williamsburg! Enjoy three days of exciting celebrations to celebrate this new location, from free meals to prizes and more. 

🍒Kylie Jenner's Sprinter Fruit Stand (October 19 - 20): Kylie Jenner’s ultimate vodka soda in a can is coming to NYC! Enjoy bold sips, light bites, and exclusive merch.
🌮Taco Bell TBX (October 16 - 17):  Taco Bell TBX is testing a remix of the iconic Crunchwrap and you can try 3 versions this week!

🧘‍♀️ Beyond Yoga Club Beyond (October 16): On the last day of the pop-up enjoy a walk/run and social with Lunge Run Club!

✨Tree Hut Slay the Cosplay Pop-Up (October 17 - 20): Tree Hut is celebrating the launch of its NEW Gemstone Glow Holiday Collection with a body paint pop-up during Comic Con weekend!

👖Rise & Shine with Anne Klein: Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness (October 17): This empowering event aims to raise awareness of breast cancer while providing critical resources to the community.

🍽️Splash Buldak NYC Takeover (October 17 - 20):  Got any boring sauce? Exchange it for Buldak in Flatiron North and enjoy a delicious lineup of dishes with Buldak sauce

🧴EWG Verified Clean Beauty Pop-Up (October 19 - 20): Check out 30+ EWG Verified Clean beauty brands, meet founders, and receive free samples from participating brands all weekend long

🍁Brooklyn Bridge Park Sound & Color! Autumn in New York (October 19): Celebrate the changing of the seasons with live musical performances, food vendors, kids activities, arts and crafts, field games and a pumpkin patch
🐶Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade (October 19): It’s the 34th Annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade: watch hundreds of dogs parade in costume and compete for “best in show”

🍬Meatpacking Treats in the Streets (October 19): Enjoy a fun-filled day of trick-or-treating: treats for all ages, exciting games and activities, live music, and the 6th Annual Meatpacking Doggie Costume Contest!

🦸City Point Superhero and Pumpkin Fest (October 20): Brooklyn’s first Superhero & Pumpkin Fest featuring Spiderman, Wonder Woman and Captain America and pumpkin decorating. 

🏠 Open House New York (October 18 - 20): Open House New York Weekend unlocks 270+ places across the five boroughs for tours, activities, and behind-the-scenes access.

ON THE RADAR:

🎃30+ Free Halloween Events: There are so many fun (& free) Halloween events, mostly put on by neighborhood associations and for the whole family! Check this list for upcoming events every weekend in October + the day of Halloween!

🐥College Night at Save the Duck (October 24): College students: meet and learn from leaders about sustainable living and conscious consumption, and enjoy treats and gifts from some amazing brand partners!

🛝Visit Salt Lake Olympian’s Playground (October 25):  Visit Salt Lake is bringing a taste of the great outdoors to New York City with Olympic themed fitness classes, a climbing wall and more. 

✨Song of Skin Vanity Pop-Up (October 25 - 27):  Song of Skin, a trusted K-Beauty retailer, is having its first ever pop-up. Connect with ambassadors from top Korean beauty brands, get free samples, and tons of gifts with purchase

🎁Fwee Pudding Truck (October 26 - 27): fwee is coming to New York City for the first time ever! Discover 30 stunning shades of the viral fwee Pudding Pots  and enjoy exclusive gifts

MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:

🧴 Beauty Product Testing: A luxury beauty brand is looking for in-person participants to test new complexion, skin and hair products! Testing sessions are no longer than 30 minutes, and testers will be given product gift codes of $25+. Sign up for the tester list!

🎲Squid Game: The Experience: Enter the world of Squid Game at this new immersive experience. You’ll play five games inspired by the show, including the favorite Red Light Green Light game and the Glass Bridge. It is so much fun, and tickets start at $29. Check out a video here and get tickets here

🍁Cold Spring Day Trip: Cold Spring is a perfect Fall Day Trip from New York City without a car: a cute and walkable town with great hiking and shops. Stay tuned for Part 2: Beacon!