NYC HARVEST STAGE x THE BIGGER FUTURE PRESENTED BY SPOKEN TIMES

NYC, it’s official — The 1st Harvest Stage Event is shutting it down inside our Richmond Hill store on Saturday, October 4 (7PM–2AM / 2AM - 4AM PRIVATE AFTER HOURS INVITE ONLY).

This isn’t average nightlife it’s the fastest, livest, and most lit stage in the city, bringing together music, competition, and community under one roof.

Hookah & MORE — in the building, setting the vibe.

Music + Games — Live energy, curated sounds, and crowd-driven fun.

$1000 in Prizes across four catagories:

Artist Showcase: Top performer takes home $500 + the Harvest Crown.

Audience Sweepstakes: Bring the MOST guests, win $100

Spades Tournament: Winning duo splits $200.

Harvest Twerk Showdown: Best female twerker wins $200

• Exclusive in-store vibe at 102-51 Jamaica Avenue, Richmond Hill, NY.
• Doors open at 6PM, and the energy runs all the way until 2AM.
• Limited artist slots, limited free presales — first come, first served.

The Harvest Stage is more than an event — it’s a crown, a competition, and a community.

Calling all artists from all backgrounds, we'd love to feature you on The Harvest Stage Oct 4th. This event isn’t just about music it’s about impact. We’re raising donations for kids and collecting sneakers for the community. 👟 (Donations going to children that deserve to walk with confidence as well to support the less fortunate, come to this movement and donate a pair of sneakers that can helpthe next person's steps.)

Performances will be spotlighted as a gift to the audience, with promo recognition, pro footage, and your name tied to a cause bigger than the stage. This is exposure + legacy showing love to the crowd and to the kids who’ll feel it the most.

Let’s lock you in as part of this moment. 🔑 Maybe this can be a beginning for perfect timing. The seasons approaching for giving back by also chance to build that content for later to be drop

Info: 7:00 PM – Doors Open

Hookah sets the early vibe as guests check in and join networking icebreakers.

7:15 PM – Speed Networking

Harvest Connections: 3-minute rapid conversations with rotating partners.

The Green Card Exchange: A Q&A swap designed to keep the room moving and connections flowing.

8:00 PM – Harvest Spades Tournament

Duos go head-to-head in fast rounds while music keeps the energy high.

8:45 PM – Semifinals

Competition heats up as the crowd cheers and mingles.

9:00 PM – Open FULL EFFECT

The festivities OPEN up, raising the energy as the tournament reaches its peak.

9:30 PM – Tournament Finals

The Harvest Spades Champions are crowned, taking home the cash prize.

Info: 10:00 PM – Showcase Prep

Networking continues while artists finalize check-ins and set order.

11:00 PM – Harvest Stage Artist Showcase

Performances begin. Artists battle for the Harvest Crown and $500 prize.

12:30 AM – Winner Crowned

The top performer is awarded the Harvest Crown and prize.

12:45 AM – Headliner Performance

Headliner closes out the showcase section with high energy.

1:15 AM – Afterparty Vibes

Open floor with hookah, drinks, DJs, and games.

2:00 AM – Public Event Ends

Official invite closes.

2:00–4:00 AM – After-Hours (Invite Only)

Exclusive session for select guests. Private vibe with DJs, hookah, and MORE!

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