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The New York Burlesque Festival (NYBF) will return for its 24th edition from October 2 to 4, 2026, with three nights of burlesque, drag and variety performances staged across three venues in New York City.
Organised by Thirsty Girl Productions, the festival has been running since its debut in 2003. This year’s event will span Sony Hall in Manhattan’s Theater District, 3 Dollar Bill in Bushwick, Brooklyn and Le Poisson Rouge in Greenwich Village.
The festival is also hosting a burlesque bazaar featuring pasties, jewellery, lingerie and NYBF merchandise alongside the performance program.
Applications to perform at this year’s festival are open until July 11, 2026.
Three Nights, Three Venues
The festival opens on Friday, October 2 with The Premiere Party at 3 Dollar Bill, located at 260 Meserole Street in Brooklyn. VIP doors open at 6pm, with a VIP game show at 6:30pm. General admission entry begins at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. Individual tickets range from $20 to $50.
Saturday, October 3 brings The Saturday Spectacular to Sony Hall at 245 West 46th Street in Manhattan. VIP doors open at 6pm, general admission at 6:30pm and the show begins at 7pm. Tickets are priced between $55 and $75.
The festival closes on Sunday, October 4 with The Golden Pastie Awards at Le Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker Street in Manhattan. VIP entry starts at 6:30pm, general admission at 7pm and the show at 8pm. Tickets range from $40 to $65.
Individual show tickets are available through each venue’s website: www.3dollarbilbk.com, www.sonyhall.com and www.lpr.com.
Two VIP Pass Tiers On Offer
The festival is offering two multi-day VIP pass options, both limited to 18 passes each.
The Crystal VIP Pass is the higher-tier offering, priced at $220 during the early bird period and $240 after July 1. It includes expedited and escorted entry to all three nights, VIP seating at each venue, an on-stage photo with the cast following the Saturday Night Spectacular curtain call, a red carpet experience at The Golden Pastie Awards and a commemorative tote bag filled with sponsor and vendor merchandise.
Crystal VIP holders also receive a signed festival poster, a festival refrigerator magnet, a voucher for a complimentary class at the New York School of Burlesque, 10 per cent off merchandise at The Premiere Party, a Crystal VIP toast at 3 Dollar Bill and access to a dedicated NYBF concierge via email for festival planning and tips.
The Disco VIP Pass is priced at $140 during the early bird window and $160 after July 1. It includes expedited and escorted entry and VIP seating at The Premiere Party, floor seating in front of the stage at The Saturday Spectacular, VIP seating at The Golden Pastie Awards and 10 per cent off merchandise at The Premiere Party.
Both pass tiers include access to a pre-show game show at 3 Dollar Bill hosted by Jonny Porkpie, featuring burlesque trivia, dance-offs and a dildo ring toss.
Early bird pricing for both passes expires on July 1, 2026.
Performer Lineup Takes Shape
Several performers have already been confirmed for the 2026 festival, including Lilly Envouge from Nebraska, Tigger!!! and P No Noire.
The festival draws burlesque, drag and variety performers from around the world for its annual program. The full cast is expected to be confirmed once the application window closes on July 11.
Sponsorship And Vendor Opportunities Available
The festival is accepting inquiries from prospective sponsors and vendors. Official NYBF merchandise is available through the NYBF online store.
Information on sponsorship and vendor participation can be accessed through the festival’s website.
