House of Yes to Host Fourth of July 'Summer of Love' Dance Party & BBQ

House of Yes, New York's favorite party people return once again to the beautiful outdoor private park at the Vander Ende-Onderdonk House for their second annual July 4th FREE with RSVP ($10 at the door) party and BBQ from 1pm-9pm.

The third in their 'Summer of Love At The Park' series, House of Yes will celebrate the multicultural melting pot that is America in true party style alongside beats by resident disco DJ Eli Escobar, immersive entertainment and circus performances, and lots of delicious food and drink options this Independence Day holiday.

Making the most of the summer sunshine by taking the party vibes outdoors, guests over 21 (and kids under 12 accompanied by an adult) are asked to dress in their finest patriotic attire in red, white, and blue, stars and stripes - the glitzier and brighter the better. Featuring House of Yes' performers, partygoers will be able to marvel at mindblowing aerial performances, get glittered and have their faces painted at a makeover station, relax with rosé slushies in shady lounges, dance past sunset, and show off their skills at the open call circus jam. House of Yes welcomes everyone to participate in acroyoga, juggling, hoop, and clowning; an aerial rig will be available for those with aerial experience.

Catering for all palates, a variety of food and beverage options will be on offer alongside the BBQ vendors including the Gorilla Cheese NYC Truck, Andy's Italian Ices, Momo Sushi, Mal Chico's Coffee, rosé slushies, and Heineken beer at the open air bar. Mama's Bazaar returns once again with a selection of curated vintage and artist vendors including Bellewaera, Kaela May, Kumi Hirose, JWhite Original, Swagger That, and The White Unicorn. Rounding out the day's activities and entertainment are local underground art collective Apostrophe NYC and presenting artist Lauren Coulson who is known for her psychedelic paintings.

IF YOU GO:

Tuesday, July 4

4TH OF JULY BBQ & DAY PARTY

FREE With RSVP / $10 at the door

DJ Eli Escobar extended set

Red, White Blue, Stars & Stripes Theme

Open Call Circus Jam

Aerial Performance

Live Art: Apostrophe NYC & Lauren Coulson

Mamas Bazaar Artisan Market

Glitter Makeover Station

Heineken Open Air Bar

Rosé Slushies

BBQ + Other Food Vendors

Getting there:

Jefferson L (short stroll from House Of Yes)

Vander Ende-Onderdonk House

1820 Flushing Avenue

Ridgewood, NY

1pm-9pm

21+, and children under 12 accompanied by an adult

Rain or Shine

Visit www.houseofyes.org or www.onderdonkhouse.org for more information.

House of Yes opened its third iteration in Bushwick at the beginning of 2016 to become a beacon of NYC nightlife after shuttering its doors too soon in East Williamsburg three years ago. Original partners Anya Sapozhnikova and Kae Burke, teamed up with Ilan Telmont and Justin Ahiyon to build out the best venue ever with a little help from their friends, seeding a Kickstarter campaign for $92,340 (original goal: $60,000). The space includes an art-deco restaurant parlor, a spectacularly decorated warehouse-sized performance space, a courtyard with kitschy repurposed decor, and a clandestine mini-club. House of Yes is now the home of circus spectacles, immersive cinema, burlesque and cabaret shows, aerial extravaganzas, nightlife parties, morning raves, brunch, BBQs, and bubble baths, all with superior sound and exemplary service. Each night is specially curated to create an immersive experience with music, theatrics, and performances to titillate the senses and expand your mind, unlike any other venue in Brooklyn right now.

The Vander Ende-Onderdonk House, located in Ridgewood on the border of Queens and Brooklyn, is the oldest Dutch Colonial stone house in New York City. Peter Stuyvesant granted the land it sits on in the mid-seventeenth century, and by 1660, Hendrick Barents Smidt occupied a small house on the site. In 1709, Paulus Vander Ende of Flatbush purchased the farm and began construction of the current house. The building was a prominent marker in the 1769 settlement of the boundary dispute between Bushwick in Kings County and Newtown in Queens County. The House serves as a museum for a permanent exhibit on the archaeology of the Onderdonk site, as well as changing exhibits relating to history, the arts and culture. The Society also maintains a history and genealogical research library, and offers many cultural events annually, including: guided house tours, history lectures and programs, genealogy workshops, craft classes and special events. The history and location of the house provide a rich educational and cultural experience for visitors.

Pictured: Circus Performers at Summer of Love. Photo Credit: Shot by Rod.