EXPERIENCE NYC SPEAKEASY

Itinerary

Gather and Meet

Meet at a designated location, a cozy café or a landmark spot in the city.
Enjoy a brief introduction to the history of speakeasies and the Prohibition era to set the mood for the evening.

The Hidden Door

Enter the first speakeasy through a hidden entrance behind an unassuming bookstore or phone booth.
Savor your welcome cocktail, a classic Prohibition-era drink like a Bee’s Knees or Old Fashioned.
Listen to live jazz music and soak in the vintage ambiance.

Historic Walk and Trivia

Take a short, guided walk through the historic part of the city, with your guide sharing intriguing stories and trivia about the Prohibition era.
Learn about the notorious bootleggers and the secret bars that flourished despite the ban on alcohol.

The Velvet Lounge

Arrive at the second speakeasy, hidden in a basement with a password-protected entry.
Enjoy a selection of gourmet appetizers paired with handcrafted cocktails.
Engage in a mixology demonstration, learning how to create your own classic cocktail.

Interactive Entertainment

Delight in a live performance, be it a jazz band, a burlesque show, or a magician, capturing the spirit of 1920s entertainment.
Participate in a dance lesson, learning the basics of the Charleston or swing dancing.

The Secret Parlor

End the evening at the final speakeasy, an opulently decorated parlor with plush seating and intimate lighting.
Choose from an exclusive menu of rare and innovative cocktails.
Relax and enjoy the ambiance, chatting with fellow guests or listening to a storytelling session about infamous speakeasy legends.

Farewell

Conclude the night with a toast to the unforgettable speakeasy experience.
Receive a small memento, such as a custom cocktail recipe book or a vintage-style keepsake, to remember the evening.

Things to know

Speakeasies often have hidden or disguised entrances. Look up the location in advance and understand how to find the entrance.

Many speakeasies embrace a vintage or classy dress code. Dress in 1920s-inspired attire or smart casual to blend in and fully enjoy the ambiance.

Arriving early can help secure a spot.

Be mindful of your surroundings and respect the space and other patrons. Keep conversations at a reasonable volume to maintain the atmosphere.

Embrace the speakeasy tradition of discretion. Avoid loud or disruptive behavior and keep the location and details subtle when talking about it outside.