Weekly roundup (March 19)
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March 19, 2024 | Issue #98
NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Note from Rebeka:
This week: enjoy the start of Spring with free Rita’s ices and Lush’s Spring event, free beauty pop-ups (Sally Hansen, Glossier, Victoria’s Secret Bombshell, senti senti), two exciting store openings (Princess Polly, Printemps) and many more!
– Rebeka
UPCOMING EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
💅 Sally Hansen Salon Effects Perfect Press-Ons Pop-Up (March 19): Hot off the press! Sally Hansen is hosting a free press-on nails pop-up with PopUp Bagels, a gifting station and more
✨ Glossier NEW Product Reveal (March 19): Be among the first to discover Glossier’s newest product launch at Astor Place with free treats and surprises
💐 Victoria's Secret Bombshell 15th Anniversary (March 21 - 23): Celebrate 15 years of Victoria’s Secret Bombshell with a free weekend-long pop-up at Gansevoort Plaza!
♻️ Coachtopia Alter/Ego at Bloomingdale's (March 22, April 5, 19): This spring, Coachtopia is bringing a vision of fashion’s circular future to Bloomingdale’s with a pop-up store. Join them on select Saturdays with DJs, food partners, an Alter/Ego Video Booth, plus a Dustbag Print Shop (with Coachtopia purchase)
🧖🏻♀️Lush Rewilding Spring Fling (March 20): Celebrate LUSH Spa's new Rewilding Facial Treatment on World Rewilding Day and Spring Equinox!
🍧Rita's Italian Ice First Day of Spring (March 20): Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is continuing its beloved annual tradition, inviting guests to celebrate the first day of spring with a FREE Rita's Italian Ice giveaway
☕ The Home Edit x Bluestone Lane (March 20): Join The Home Edit & Bluestone Lane for coffee and organization tips
🎨 Brooklyn Made Women’s History Month - City Point (March 20): Enjoy an evening of art, community, and complimentary food and drinks!
🥚 FarmerJawn Agriculture Free Eggs (March 21): Free eggs are back! FarmerJawn is giving away 100 dozen eggs at multiple locations in NYC on Friday.
🛍️ Printemps New York Grand Opening (March 21): The French luxury department store opens its first U.S. location, with a grand opening celebration on Friday.
🖍️ Crayola International Colour Day (March 21): Crayola brings back 8 beloved retired crayon colors—join the reunion with coloring activations, dancing, music, treats and mor
🎀 Claire’s Piercing Pop-Up at Susan Alexandra (March 21 - 23): A weekend of sparkle, self-expression, and iconic accessories (plus free piercings!) at this collab with Claire’s and Susan Alexandra.
🚿 Jolie Shack (March 21 - 23): The Jolie Shack is back this Spring! This charming pop-up will have green tea and cake on weekend through May
🛍️ Princess Polly SoHo Launch Event (March 22): Celebrate the opening of the new Princess Polly store in SoHo with free merch, scratch offs and more!
✨senti senti Williamsburg Anniversary Weekend (Mar 22 - Mar 23): Celebrate the Williamsburg anniversary with free refreshments, giveaways, deals and more
🛄 BEIS Claw Machine (Mar 22 - Mar 23): The BÉIS claw machine is coming to NYC with prizes!
🎤JonasCon (March 23): Don’t miss this special one-day Jonas Brothers event celebrating 20 years.
🏓The Botanist x Prince Dink & Sip (March 25): Celebrate the launch of The Botanist and Prince "Dink & Sip" collection with pickleball and more
ON THE RADAR:
🏀NYC for FREE Night at the Brooklyn Nets (March 26): Join the NYC for FREE community on March 26th at a Brooklyn Nets game (also Women’s Impact Night!) with $25+ tickets and giveaways
🍬Joyride Pop-Up Shop (March 28 - 30): Step into JOYRIDE-themed game rooms, enjoy sweet treats and challenges.
👾Tamagotchi Spring Celebration (March 29 - 30): Tamagotchi is bringing an exciting Spring-themed celebration to American Dream for one weekend only with activities inspired by the world of Tamagotchi
MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:
🇰🇷Korean Cultural Center New York: Explore NYC’s first and only traditional Korean garden, view interactive art exhibits, enjoy free events and more at KCCNY!
⭐Jung Kook Exhibition 'GOLDEN: The Moments' (April 11 - May 11): Experience this new exhibit based on Jung Kook’s journey to becoming a global pop star, with tickets starting at $24!
🙇🏻♂️ Get $225 for a Focus Group: Earn $225 in rewards to help to shape the future of technology! Sign up for a 3 hour in-person study in Midtown Manhattan and get $225 for your time and participation. More participants are being accepted this round!