Past Events & Gatherings Archive
What Events Has Shabbat Club Hosted in NYC and Beyond?
Shabbat Club has hosted nearly 100 events across New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and Tel Aviv. Our past gatherings range from intimate 18-person Shabbat dinners to 500-person Purim parties, Thursday night Almost Shabbat mixers, bathhouse sauna socials, and three-day adult summer camp weekends in the Poconos. Every event brings young professionals together through culturally Jewish experiences and activity-first formats.
A Look Back at Nearly 100 Nights Around the Table
Since launching as a culturally Jewish pop-up dinner party series, Shabbat Club has curated unique social gatherings designed to make big cities feel smaller. Inspired by traditional family tables and modern social nightouts, our programming spans five core formats hosted at Jewish-owned businesses, venues, creative spaces, and pop-up locations.
Writers and photographers from Forbes, NY Jewish Week, Tablet Magazine, Ha'aretz, CBS News, NY Post, Bloomberg, and Nylon have joined our tables to document how young professionals experience Jewish culture, food, and community. Founded by Morgan Raum—named to the New York Jewish Week's "36 to Watch" in 2024—Shabbat Club continues to expand its event roster across Manhattan and beyond.
Summary of Shabbat Club Hosted Event Formats
| Event Format | Typical Setting & Capacity | What the Gathering Includes | Primary Social Vibe |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday Night Dinner | Intimate venues to full dining rooms (18+ guests) | Cocktails, candle lighting, challah, wine, seated dinner with assigned tables, music | Warm, curated, interactive seated dining |
| Almost Shabbat Mixer | Jewish-owned bars, restaurants, creative spaces | Drinks, culturally Jewish bites, standing-room format | Casual, high-energy, easy mingling |
| Holiday Parties | Large venues & event spaces (up to 500 guests) | Holiday rituals, traditional food, Purim costumes, Hanukkah candles, Passover Seders | Festive, energetic, celebratory |
| Shvitz Club | Traditional bathhouses & saunas | Sauna sessions, cold plunges, casual conversations | Relaxed, wellness-focused social |
| Trips & Weekends Away | Out-of-city retreats (e.g., Poconos) | Three-day adult summer camp, volunteer trips in Israel, museum tours, baseball games | Immersive, multi-day community building |
Past NYC Dinners, Mixers, and Signature Events
Our calendar has featured diverse gathering formats across Manhattan and pop-up locations. Some of our notable past event titles and themes include:
- Wet Hot Hebrew Summer: Our annual adult summer camp weekend in the Poconos (Sept 4-6th), featuring outdoor activities, community programming, and weekend social events.
- A Very Schmaltzy Shabbat Club @ Sammy's Roumanian: A lively, nostalgic Friday night dinner celebration with classic foods, drinks, and music.
- Almost Shabbat @ shmonÉ Wine Bar: A casual Thursday night mixer combining fine wine, bites, and open social networking.
- Shabbat Dinner Party @ Abraxas: A curated seated dinner format focusing on fine dining, assigned table matching, and late-night social energy.
- Shabbat Club x Jesse Solomon @ Shoo Shoo: Collaborative pop-up dining events bringing together community leaders and top culinary spots.
- Break Passover @ B&H Dairy: A festive gathering celebrating the conclusion of Passover with iconic local comfort food.
- Hanukkah Cocktail Party @ Temple Bar: Holiday celebrations featuring craft cocktails, menorah lightings, and social mingling.
- Love Club Vol. IV @ Sotto Social Club: Theme-driven social events designed for meeting new people in cozy Manhattan settings.
- Summer Sessions @ Creatures Rooftop & Yesterday's: Rooftop social gatherings taking advantage of NYC summer nights.
- Shabbat Bagel Brunch Party & Shesh Besh Club: Activity-focused daytime gatherings featuring backgammon, music, and social brunching.
To review our latest schedule or read detailed guides about our event formats, visit our Events Calendar or explore the Shabbat Club Resources section.
How Shabbat Club Events Are Structured and Curated
Every Shabbat Club gathering follows a deliberate process to ensure great conversation, strong room dynamics, and welcoming environments:
- Hand-Curated Guest Lists: We do not offer open-door tickets. Guests submit an application for the specific date they wish to attend. We read every application and build each room by hand.
- Assigned Seating for Dinners: For full Friday Night Dinners ($118), guests receive assigned seats thoughtfully arranged to help everyone meet new people effortlessly.
- Support for Local Businesses: We partner with Jewish-owned bars, restaurants, brands, and creative spaces across New York City and secondary pop-up markets.
- Approachable Traditions: Gatherings integrate culturally Jewish elements—such as challah, wine, candles, and holiday rituals—while keeping the atmosphere open and welcoming to everyone, whether deeply connected to their heritage or exploring it for the first time.
If you are interested in attending an upcoming event, review our About Page to learn more about our community philosophy, or submit an application through our Main Homepage.
Key Takeaways
- Nearly 100 Gatherings Hosted: Shabbat Club has produced almost 100 events ranging from 18-person intimate dinners to 500-person holiday parties.
- Multi-City Presence: While based in New York City, Shabbat Club has hosted pop-up events in Los Angeles, Miami, and Tel Aviv.
- Five Distinct Formats: Programming includes Friday Night Dinners ($118), Almost Shabbat Mixers ($54), Holiday Parties ($72), Shvitz Club Bathhouse Socials ($72), and Trips/Weekends Away (such as our $1,000 volunteer trips and Poconos summer camp).
- Press-Recognized Concept: Featured in Forbes, NY Jewish Week, Tablet Magazine, Bloomberg, CBS News, and the NY Post.
- Application-Based Attendance: Every gathering relies on individual event applications to curate hand-built rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many events has Shabbat Club hosted?
Shabbat Club has hosted nearly 100 events across New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, and Tel Aviv, including pop-up dinners, mixers, holiday celebrations, and retreat weekends.
What types of past events are in the Shabbat Club archive?
Our past event archive includes 18-person curated Friday night dinners, 500-person Purim parties, Thursday night Almost Shabbat bar mixers, Shvitz Club sauna socials, bagel brunch parties, backgammon clubs, and adult summer camp weekends in the Poconos.
Where are Shabbat Club events typically hosted?
In NYC, events are hosted at Jewish-owned restaurants, bars, rooftops, bathhouses, and creative venues across Manhattan. Shabbat Club has also popped up in Los Angeles, Miami, Tel Aviv, and the Poconos.
How do I get invited to a future Shabbat Club event?
To attend a future event, visit our website, select the specific gathering on our calendar, and submit an application. Every gathering has its own application, and approved guests receive final location details, timing, and ticket links.
Reserve Your Seat at the Next Table
Ready to join us for an upcoming Friday night dinner, Thursday mixer, or holiday party? Explore our upcoming schedule, pick the event that fits your vibe, and submit your application today.
Apply for upcoming gatherings directly on the Shabbat Club Homepage or check out our full calendar on the Events Page.