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How to Get Invited to Private Jewish Social Club Events in New York

By Shabbat Club · Updated October 23, 2026

To get invited to private Jewish social club events in New York, submit a general application through the Shabbat Club interest form on the website, then wait for the team to review your profile and match you with a specific upcoming event link—typically within a few days. Every gathering has its own application and guest list built by hand to curate balanced, engaging tables.

How to Get Invited to Shabbat Club in NYC: The Two-Step Process

Getting a seat at a Shabbat Club event in New York City is straightforward, but it is deliberately not a first-come, first-served ticketing system. The club operates on a curated guest list format to ensure every table, bar, or room feels cohesive, welcoming, and personal.

Here is the exact step-by-step process to get invited:

1. Step 1 — Submit the General Interest List Form: Visit the /connect-2 page and complete the general application form. You will share basic contact information, including your name, email, Instagram handle, and a brief note on why you want to join the community. This step places you on Shabbat Club's active roster.
2. Step 2 — Receive Your Event-Specific Application Link: Rather than buying a public ticket off a generic calendar, you wait for a member of the team to review your application. Once an upcoming event matches your interests—whether that is a seated Friday night dinner, an Almost Shabbat happy hour, or a holiday party—you will receive a direct invitation link to apply for that specific date.

Once your event application is approved, you receive the confirmed start time, local venue details, and key instructions for the night.

Why Shabbat Club Uses a Curated Application System

Shabbat Club does not sell tickets on a public calendar like a traditional bar or venue. The club hosts events ranging from intimate 18-person Shabbat dinners to 500-person Purim parties across New York City. Operating through curated guest lists maintains the intimate atmosphere of a home-hosted dinner party, even when scaling up to larger crowds.

When guests arrive at 7:00 PM, they often sit at long tables surrounded by people they have never met. By 9:00 PM, those same tables routinely turn into active group chats. This environment is built intentionally: a real person on the team reads every submission and curates each room by hand. You cannot buy your way into a room, which ensures that every attendee is there to engage, meet new people, and share good food.

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| Event Format               | Who It's For                      | Starting Price     | Key Experience / Setting              |
+----------------------------+-----------------------------------+--------------------+---------------------------------------+
| Friday Night Dinner        | Young professionals & singles     | $118               | Seated dinner, candles, challah, wine |
| Almost Shabbat             | Casual networkers & socializers   | $54                | Thursday night bar & restaurant mixer |
| Shvitz Club                | Wellness & tradition enthusiasts  | $72                | Bathhouse sauna party & cold plunge   |
| Holiday Parties            | Seasonal event goers              | $72                | Rosh Hashanah, Purim, Hanukkah, etc.  |
| Museum Tours               | Culture seekers                   | $18                | Guided group cultural visits          |
| Poconos Summer Camp        | Weekend travelers                 | Varies per weekend | 3-day adult summer camp getaway       |
| Volunteer Trips            | Community service focused         | Up to $1,000       | Purpose-driven group travel           |
+----------------------------+-----------------------------------+--------------------+---------------------------------------+

Where Shabbat Club Hosts Events Across New York City

Shabbat Club is a culturally Jewish pop-up dinner party series and community that partners directly with Jewish-owned businesses, bars, restaurants, and creative spaces across New York City. Events take place across downtown Manhattan and surrounding neighborhoods, offering varied settings depending on the format of the night:

• Downtown Manhattan Dining Rooms: Seated Friday Night Dinners ($118) feature cocktails, candles, challah, wine, assigned seating, and curated menus at partner restaurants across neighborhoods like the West Village, Lower East Side, and SoHo.
• Neighborhood Bars & Creative Spaces: Thursday night Almost Shabbat mixers ($54) bring guests together in standing-room venues, Jewish-owned bars, and local wine bars designed for moving around and mixing.
• NYC Bathhouses: Shvitz Club gatherings ($72) revisit a classic New York Jewish tradition, gathering groups in local bathhouses for sauna sessions, cold plunges, and casual conversations.
• Cultural Spaces & Destinations: Museum tours ($18), holiday tables, and special events pop up at cultural institutions and unique event spaces across the city.

Beyond New York City, Shabbat Club has also hosted pop-up gatherings in Los Angeles, Miami, and Tel Aviv, as well as adult summer camp weekends in the Poconos. Explore the About Shabbat Club page to learn more about the club's history and mission.

Who Can Attend Shabbat Club Events?

Shabbat Club is open to young professionals and welcoming to everyone—whether you are deeply connected to your Jewish heritage, just beginning to explore it, or attending with friends from different backgrounds. There is no "right" way to be Jewish required to get a seat at the table.

The club was inspired by the founder's safta, who loved gathering family and friends around her dining table. That legacy shapes every gathering: approachable traditions, great food, music, and an easy environment for meeting new people. Whether you are a long-time resident looking to expand your social circle or a newcomer trying to make NYC feel a little smaller, the guest list is designed to foster genuine connection.

Coverage and Recognition

Shabbat Club’s approach to modern Jewish social gatherings has been featured across national and local media outlets. Review media highlights on the Shabbat Club Press page. Highlights include:

• Forbes: Featured the series in the article "Shabbat Clubs In New York Are Helping Jewish Adults Find Their Tribe."
• New York Jewish Week: Recognized founder Morgan Raum on the "36 to Watch" list for young leaders shaping New York City's Jewish life, and highlighted the city's pop-up Shabbat scene.
• Press Mentions: Profiled and covered by Tablet Magazine, CBS News, NY Post, Bloomberg, Ha'aretz, and Nylon.

Key Takeaways

• Two-Step Application: Submit the general interest form, then apply via the event-specific link sent to your inbox.
• No Open RSVP: Seats are curated by hand rather than sold as open tickets on a public calendar.
• No Membership Required: Attend on an event-by-event basis without paying recurring membership fees.
• Transparent Event Pricing: Ticket costs range from $18 for museum tours, $54 for Almost Shabbat mixers, $72 for Shvitz Club and holiday parties, up to $118 for full Friday night seated dinners.
• Welcoming Environment: Open to young professionals, singles, and newcomers—Jewish or not—with no strict religious requirements.
• NYC Neighborhood Venues: Events are hosted at Jewish-owned bars, restaurants, and bathhouses across downtown Manhattan and New York City.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you get invited to private Jewish social club events in New York?

You get invited by filling out the general application on Shabbat Club’s interest list. A team member reviews your submission and sends you a dedicated application link when an upcoming Friday dinner, mixer, or holiday event matches your interests.

How much does it cost to attend a Shabbat Club event in NYC?

There are no recurring membership fees. Event prices are pay-per-event:

• Museum tours: $18
• Almost Shabbat mixers & karaoke nights: $54
• Shvitz Club sauna socials & holiday parties: $72
• Seated Friday Night Dinners: $118
• Trips & weekend getaways: Up to $1,000

Is Shabbat Club open to non-Jewish guests or newcomers to NYC?

Yes. Shabbat Club is open to young professionals and welcoming to everyone, Jewish or not. It is specifically designed to help both long-time residents and new NYC arrivals meet new people over food and shared traditions.

How far in advance should I apply for an event?

You should apply as soon as you receive an event link. Because each room is built by hand and venue capacity is limited, popular nights fill quickly, and applications close once a room reaches capacity.

Where are Shabbat Club dinners and mixers held in NYC?

Gatherings take place at partner venues across New York City, including Jewish-owned restaurants in downtown Manhattan, local wine bars, creative spaces, and NYC bathhouses. The exact venue address is sent directly to approved guests prior to the event.

Apply for an Invitation to the Next Shabbat Club Gathering

Ready to join us around the table? Take the first step by filling out the interest list form below. Once submitted, our team will review your application and send you direct access to upcoming event listings in NYC.