Earlybirds Club: A Dance Party for Ladies Who Got Shit to Do in the Morning
It’s 8pm at the club. Robyn’s “Dancing On My Own” blares from the speakers. The crowd goes wild, jumping up and down and scream-signing the lyrics. You toast with the people on your left, you high five with the group on your right—and they’re all women. This is Earlybirds, “a dance party for ladies who got shit to do in the morning,” and it’s coming to New York City this month after nearly a dozen sold-out events in Chicago.
A Nationwide Expansion
Earlybirds Club, a dance party for women, trans, and non-binary folks, starts at 6pm and ends at 10pm because, as co-founder Laura Baginski tells Time Out, “people our age need their sleep.” But that doesn’t mean they want to miss the party, and the party’s coming to NYC on November 15 at Parkside Lounge on the Lower East Side and November 16 at Shapeshifter Lab in Park Slope. A nationwide expansion is in the works.
The Concept
At age 49, Baginski fondly remembers going dancing in her 20s and staying out late. Now, she has “no interest in leaving my house at 10pm to start my night,” but she missed dancing and missed having fun nights out with her friends.
She wanted to create a new nightlife experience, one that didn’t include being around “a bunch of cis dudes.” Instead, she wanted to create a completely different event that would fit her life and the lives of her peers better. So Baginski brought the idea to her friend Susie Lee, and Earlybirds bloomed in early 2024. The concept went viral and sold out quickly.
The Experience
“There is something about being in a room full of women that feels really freeing,” Baginski says.
The parties offer a space for attendees to dance, let loose, be silly and “tap into that person maybe you’ve forgotten,” Baginski says.
Meaning and Impact
While the event is a blast, it is also deeply meaningful.
Attendees typically range in age from 35–65, and Baginski emphasizes that Earlybirds is a safe space for trans and non-binary people. At the events, people have shared how much they needed the experience.
Conclusion
Earlybirds Club is a movement that says, “fuck you, middle age.” It’s a space where women, trans, and non-binary folks can come together, let loose, and have fun. It’s a reminder that you’re not too old to party and that you deserve to have a good time.
FAQs
Q: What is Earlybirds Club?
A: Earlybirds Club is a dance party for women, trans, and non-binary folks.
Q: When and where are the events in NYC?
A: The events will take place on November 15 at Parkside Lounge on the Lower East Side and November 16 at Shapeshifter Lab in Park Slope.
Q: What is the age range of attendees?
A: Attendees typically range in age from 35–65.
Q: Is Earlybirds a safe space?
A: Yes, Earlybirds is a safe space for trans and non-binary people.
Q: Can I attend if I’m not from NYC?
A: Yes, Earlybirds is planning a nationwide expansion, so keep an eye out for events in your area.
