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Rockbar NYC
·185 Christopher Street, New York, NY 10014
· directions·+1 212-675-1864· website
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Sun, Nov 8 · 4:00 PM
Sunday, November 8, 2026
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An afternoon of pure pop music celebration at Rockbar with host Poppy J. Snacks and DJ Token Black Friend spinning all the hits. Cheap drinks ($4 Bud/Bud Lights) and a crowd that actually knows how to have fun on a Sunday — exactly what an afternoon party should be.
Featuring Poppy J. Snacks, DJ Token Black Friend
pop music
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🎤Pop Music & Divas
🪩Nightlife
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Rockbar is a gay dive bar at 185 Christopher Street, at the Hudson River end of the West Village's main gay street. It draws a mostly male, often bearish crowd, with strong pours, themed nights such as underwear and jockstrap parties, and occasional drag…
“Great dive gay bar. Everyone is welcome and very inclusive.” — S S, Google
“Wonderful bar with a great atmosphere and staff.” — Willow Nelson, Google
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