# Event Details - **Event Name**: HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: What even is a play party anyways? What should you expect? Will there be food? WHAT SHOULD YOU WEAR???? Let's de-mystify the process!About this EventHave you ever wanted to attend a play party but didn't even know where to start? Do you even WANT to go?This class aims to answer some of the pressing, but potentially embarrassing questions about the scene in New York City. It will cover everything from what to wear, to what to bring, and how much room to leave for the cheese plate.Class will be an hour of presentation to cover all the basics, followed by a designated period for Q+A. After please stick around for drinks and snacks, as Tide will set up a typical HMU party layout so you can mingle in a clothes on, non play, but sexy environment.This is your chance to tour a working dungeon in a laid-back atmosphere, without having to worry about walking into someones back swing ;)About Your InstructorTide is the venue manager for Hit Me Up! She has helped more than 20 different groups throw events at our loft and has some OPINIONS .FAQsFAQ: what should I bring?Yourself!FAQ: what should I wear?Casual! This is not a play event, the venue will be set at the end to get an experience for what it's like but play will not be allowed.FAQ: any skill pre-requisites? (i.e., is this for beginners, advanced, everyone?)This is beyond remedial level class.FAQ: can I attend solo, or do I need to come with a partner?Any and all are welcome******************************************************************************************************STAY IN TOUCH!Instagram @hitmeupnycityJoin our public newsletter✨Volunteers: Limited volunteer spots available. Please email admin@hitmeupnyc.com to express interest.✨Location: Lower Manhattan. The space has an elevator. Please email hello@hitmeupnyc.com if you need any accessibility accommodations.✨Full vaccination is required. While we recommend getting the booster shots, we are not verifying them at this time.✨Consent Policy: All of our events are ASK FIRST events. The rules of respectful and consensual behavior WILL be enforced. You will be responsible for reading our consent policy and behaving appropriately. Read our consent policy in full: https://www.hitmeupnyc.com/consent✨Membership: We reserve the right to refuse entry if needed. Hit Me Up also hosts private events which are invite only, and anyone new to Hit Me Up must apply and be approved to attend—no guests or plus ones. Please visit https://www.hitmeupnyc.com/join to join. You are welcome to inquire as to your status or that of your friends, but please do not act as if you have an entitlement to access our space or members. Building special spaces is hard, and while we are inclusive and welcoming, we reserve the right to curate our membership as needed to maintain our flourishing community. If you'd like to sponsor a new member please have them apply as soon as possible. If they wait until a few days before the event we cannot guarantee they will be able to be approved in time.✨Please stay home if you are feeling ill or if you have had recent close contact with someone who tested Covid positive (within the past 5 days). You could be incubating and still test negative. Any requests for refunds for any reason will be honored up to the day of the party. Remember: safe, sane, and sanitary Just email hello@hitmeupnyc.com mailto:hello@hitmeupnyc.com and we will give you a full refund, no questions asked.HMU’s public events are 18+. Our vetted & private lists are 21+ only. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/new-york/hmu-academy-play-parties-for-dummies/100001987718181589 - **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 23.08, max: 28.23, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: New York - **state**: NY - **country**: United States - **location**: 120 Walker St floor 5 - **lat**: 40.7176017 - **long**: -73.9997659 - **full address**: 120 Walker St floor 5, 120 Walker Street, New York, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/2ca075a8da111b8a8abb8802b02690579fc7443946b28c8e471f0251a0b0f308-rimg-w1200-h600-dc140717-gmir.jpg?v=1776654131 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies being held? - **A:** HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies takes place on Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 14 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm at 120 Walker St floor 5, 120 Walker Street, New York, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies? - **A:** HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies is organized by Hit Me Up. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** HMU Academy: Play Parties for Dummies is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in New York, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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