Events and Programming
House of Yes is open and operating at 2 Wyckoff Avenue in Bushwick, with the main public entrance around the corner at 408 Jefferson Street. Its core schedule combines early-evening theater with late-night club programming: Dirty Circus is normally presented on Fridays and Saturdays, followed by dancing, while selected Thursdays bring burlesque, themed parties and smaller-format events. Private bookings occasionally replace the public schedule, so the live event listing should be treated as the final word on what is happening each night.
Dirty Circus is the venue’s longest-running show and the clearest introduction to its performance style. The three-act variety program changes weekly, mixing aerial acrobatics, circus, pole, drag, burlesque, cabaret and sideshow. Doors generally open at 6:30 p.m., with the show beginning around 7:15 p.m. The current format warns that seating may not be guaranteed after 7:30 p.m., making prompt arrival important. Seasonal editions include summer, holiday and Halloween variations.
After dark, programming ranges across New York house, disco, techno, Afro house, Latin house, reggaeton, electro, pop and experimental club music. Recurring concepts have included House of Grooves, Glitterbox, Futch, Gasolina, Rosa Perreo, zodiac-themed “Rising” parties and events in the adjoining Onyx Room. House of Grooves began in 2019 as Eli Escobar’s first New York all-night monthly residency and continues as a six-hour, open-to-close journey, with Sissies of Mercy frequently taking over the Onyx Room.
Across the 2021–2026 period, House of Yes rebuilt its schedule after its August 2021 full reopening and returned to a mix of resident-led nights, international party brands, outdoor festivals, immersive art and community programming. Recent and announced artists illustrate the range: Dam Swindle, Mike Dunn, Aluna, Kyle Hall, DJ Minx, Felix da Housecat, Doc Martin, Radio Slave, Felix Cartal, Eelke Kleijn, Mha Iri, Atish and longtime local favorite Eli Escobar. The venue also produces larger off-site events, but the Bushwick room remains its creative base.
Daytime programming is less frequent but culturally important. Earth Love Festival is a free, all-ages indoor-and-outdoor block party featuring multiple music stages, sustainable-fashion presentations, workshops, environmental organizations, interactive art, children’s activities and an eco-focused marketplace. Other community work has included street parties, Pride programming, dance parades and outdoor Summer of Love productions.
As of August 24, 2026, the published calendar extended through December 2026, including continued Dirty Circus performances, House of Grooves, Futch, dance parties and special theatrical events. No confirmed 2027 season or event announcement was found, so programming beyond 2026 should not be assumed until it appears in the live listing.
Tickets and Booking
Advance tickets should be purchased through the venue’s official event listing. House of Yes uses escalating presale releases: early tiers are cheaper, but ordinary tiers usually provide the same access. The exceptions are tickets carrying arrival conditions, such as entry before 11 p.m. or at a designated late-night time. Popular holiday parties, major DJs, Dirty Circus and established recurring nights can sell out.
Current listings suggest approximately $11–$28 for many advance dance-party tickets and roughly $35–$55 for standard Dirty Circus admission . Priority seating has recently reached about $77, while cabaret tables, bottle-service reservations, holiday events and special productions can cost more. Prices and fees vary considerably by date, artist, arrival time and ticket release.
Door tickets may be sold first come, first served if capacity remains, but they are not guaranteed. For a major Saturday, buy early rather than relying on walk-up admission. Arrive before the time printed on any restricted ticket; missing that window may require an upgrade or result in refused entry. Most public parties are 21 and older and require government-issued photo identification.
About House of Yes
House of Yes began in April 2007 as a 2,500-square-foot artist loft on Troutman Street. Founders Anya Sapozhnikova and Kae Burke built living quarters, studios and performance areas and hosted sewing nights, circus skill shares and dance parties. A kitchen fire destroyed that first home on April 22, 2008. Less than two months later, the community relocated to a former ice house near the Grand Street L station.
The second House of Yes became an aerial school, costume workshop, music studio and performance venue with approximately 30-foot ceilings. It closed in August 2013 after a major rent increase. A crowdfunding campaign later raised more than $90,000 toward the third home, developed with partners Justin Ahiyon and Ilan Telmont. The current Bushwick venue held a preview in June 2015 and officially opened on New Year’s Eve 2015.
The pandemic halted normal indoor nightlife in March 2020. House of Yes experimented with limited outdoor activity that summer before fully reopening in August 2021. Since then, it has remained a hybrid nightclub, theater, creative agency and private-event complex rather than a conventional concert hall.
Seating, Capacity and Layout
The venue currently publishes a capacity of 650 standing or 200 seated for House of Yes, with full private-event configurations across its wider collection of spaces marketed for approximately 50 to 750 guests. Capacities change with staging, furniture, production equipment and fire-code requirements. The Onyx Room separately lists 150 standing or 70 seated.
The complex includes the main theater, front room, bars, VIP areas, coat check, kitchen, courtyard and Onyx Room. Event-planning figures describe about 9,550 square feet overall, including an approximately 3,000-square-foot theater and 1,500-square-foot outdoor area. The published floor plan’s largest theater callouts are 716 by 370 inches—about 59 feet 8 inches by 30 feet 10 inches—although that plan was last updated in 2018 and should not be used as a current production guarantee.
For Dirty Circus, central seating offers the most balanced view of the stage and overhead aerial work. Seats at extreme sides can be closer to performers but may produce sharper viewing angles. Marked “splash zone” seats can get wet during selected acts. Cabaret tables favor groups, while one unusual premium experience places guests in a vintage clawfoot bathtub with towels, bubbles and a dedicated attendant.
For club nights, the center of the main floor provides the fullest sound and lighting experience but becomes crowded around midnight. The front room, courtyard and side spaces are better for conversation or taking a break. The Onyx Room offers a smaller, more intimate dance floor with lounge seating; whether it is included with main-room admission depends on that night’s event configuration.
Architecture and Production Capabilities
The current venue was purpose-built inside an industrial Bushwick shell. During construction, the theater ceiling was raised to accommodate aerial performance, and the stage area was designed for circus rigging and fire-oriented productions. Today, the main room has 26-foot ceilings, aerial capability, a green room, a full kitchen and prep space, three full-service bars and an outdoor courtyard.
The main audio system is powered by Meyer Sound equipment. Published production material also lists a theater PA, DJ equipment, mixers, amplifiers, wireless and stand microphones, moving entertainment lighting, spotlights, uplights, pin lights, dimming and projection mapping. Effects equipment has included haze, fog, bubbles, artificial snow and two motorized mirror balls. Exact inventories can change between productions.
The Onyx Room has its own L-Acoustics system designed by House of Yes technical director Leo Leite, plus a full bar and staging. Its surrealist décor, vintage art and lounge furniture make it as much a designed environment as a secondary music room.
Getting There and Parking
The venue address is 2 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn, New York 11237, but most guests enter at 408 Jefferson Street. The Jefferson Street L station is at the same intersection, making the walk approximately one minute. From Manhattan, the L offers a direct trip from 14th Street and Union Square; the venue estimates about 15 minutes from Union Square under normal service.
Jefferson Street station is not presently step-free. Riders who need elevators can consider the accessible Myrtle–Wyckoff Avenues L and M complex, then continue by bus, accessible car or rideshare. Because elevator outages and overnight subway work can change, allow extra time for an accessible journey.
House of Yes has no public on-site parking lot. Street parking exists around Jefferson Street, Wyckoff Avenue and nearby industrial blocks, but weekend spaces are limited and signs may include meters, loading zones and alternate-side restrictions. Reserved off-site spaces may start around $8, while the nearest regularly listed commercial option is roughly 0.7 mile away. The subway or rideshare is usually easier.
For rideshare, use the Jefferson Street entrance as the destination but avoid stopping directly in front of the line or blocking Wyckoff Avenue. Late at night, requesting a car from a quieter corner may produce a faster pickup and reduce congestion. The L generally remains the simplest late-night connection, subject to scheduled maintenance.
Inside the Venue
Expect an identification check, ticket scan and event-dependent security screening. There is no re-entry at many ticketed shows and parties, and refunds are generally not offered unless an event is canceled. A universal published bag-size limit could not be verified, so bring only what you can comfortably keep with you or check.
The venue has three bars, coat-check and storage space, a courtyard and visually elaborate restrooms decorated as individual art installations. All restrooms are gender-inclusive, and private single-occupancy restrooms are located at the far-right side of the main theater. Late-night food is usually available on the patio on many Fridays and Saturdays, but it should not replace a planned dinner.
Water refill facilities are available in the front room, and the venue has reported using canned water, biodegradable straws on request and recycling stations. The main room becomes very dark and loud during parties, with moving lights, projections and frequent strobe effects.
Nearby Amenities
Queen, at 247 Starr Street, is a convenient pre-show choice for hummus, shawarma, schnitzel and Mediterranean-influenced plates; it was formerly attached to House of Yes before moving nearby. Santa Salsa serves Venezuelan street food and has recently kept later hours, while Starr Bar and Left Hand Path provide nearby drinks in a less theatrical setting. Hours can change, especially after midnight.
Bushwick has comparatively few full-service hotels beside the venue. The Penny is about 1.6 miles away, while Pod Brooklyn, Coda Williamsburg, The William Vale, The Hoxton and Moxy Williamsburg are roughly two miles away. These Williamsburg properties normally require a short car ride rather than a comfortable late-night walk.
What Makes House of Yes Special
House of Yes treats nightlife as participatory theater. A typical party may combine a touring DJ with aerialists, dancers, drag performers, roaming characters, visual installations and unexpected audience interactions. The venue’s circus rigging, artist-made bathrooms, elevated stage, courtyard and multiroom layout let the night unfold as a sequence of discoveries rather than one uninterrupted dance floor.
Its greatest cultural contribution has been creating paid stages and recurring visibility for queer artists, circus performers, drag entertainers, dancers and experimental producers. Free block parties and Earth Love Festival also bring daytime, all-ages activity to a venue better known for adult nightlife. Its direct financial impact has not been publicly quantified, but visitor spending, private events, artist employment and foot traffic support the surrounding bars, restaurants and transportation economy.
Recent visitor experiences are mixed in a way that reflects its fame. Guests continue to praise the skilled performers, creative costumes, powerful sound, unusual bathrooms and supportive staff. Criticism focuses on crowding, long lines, coat-check delays and a weekend audience that can feel less connected to the venue’s original queer and underground culture. Crowd quality often depends more on the specific artist or party than the building itself.
Visitor Tips and Information
Dress for the event rather than treating every night as identical. Themed Friday and Saturday parties encourage costumes and expressive clothing, but effort matters more than expensive fashion. Wear shoes suitable for several hours of dancing, and avoid accessories that could snag an aerialist, performer or another guest in a crowded room.
House of Yes operates a strict consent and safer-spaces policy. Harassment, unwanted touch, discrimination, homophobia and transphobia are not accepted. Ask before touching anyone, including performers, and immediately approach security or a manager if a boundary is crossed.
Photography is prohibited on the dance floor, and professional or DSLR cameras require advance approval. Keep phones put away while dancing. The policy protects both the atmosphere and guests who may be wearing revealing, theatrical or identity-expressive clothing.
The venue’s public entrances and principal spaces are single-level and wheelchair accessible. Reserved seating can be arranged for guests with physical disabilities, although upper stage areas require stairs. Guests sensitive to strobes, loud bass or low lighting should consider ear protection and select an early theater show rather than a peak late-night party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is House of Yes a nightclub or a theater?
It is both. Early-evening events use the main room as a seated or partly seated theater for circus, cabaret, drag and burlesque. Later, seating may be cleared or reconfigured for DJ-led dancing. The building also contains bars, a courtyard, lounges and the smaller Onyx Room, allowing several experiences to operate together.
How long does Dirty Circus last?
Dirty Circus normally runs from approximately 7:15 to 9:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. It is presented in three acts, and the cast changes weekly. Arrive before 7:15 so you can clear entry procedures, find seating and order a drink without missing the opening act.
Can Dirty Circus guests stay for the late-night party?
Guests are often able to remain inside while the venue transitions into its later party, but this is not guaranteed for every date. Separate productions, private bookings or capacity restrictions may require different arrangements. Check the exact inclusions on your ticket and do not leave the building to wait elsewhere, because re-entry is commonly prohibited.
What is the best time to arrive for a dance party?
Arriving between 10 and 11 p.m. usually means a shorter line, easier coat check and more time to explore before the main floor fills. Midnight arrivals face the busiest entry and bar periods. If your ticket has an arrival deadline, plan to reach the door at least 30 minutes before it.
Are House of Yes events always 21 and older?
Most dance parties and adult variety shows are 21 and older, with physical government-issued photo identification required. Selected block parties, environmental festivals and community programs are explicitly all ages. Never assume an early start means an event permits minors; the age designation attached to that specific listing controls admission.
Do I need to wear a costume?
A costume is usually encouraged rather than compulsory. Follow the announced theme and make a visible effort, whether that means color, makeup, unusual accessories or a complete look. For unthemed events, expressive club clothing is fine. Avoid culturally appropriative outfits, sharp props and anything that restricts your movement or another guest’s space.
Is there assigned seating?
Most club nights are general admission and standing. Dirty Circus may offer general seating, priority admission and reserved cabaret tables, but individual chairs are not normally assigned by number. General-admission seating can disappear after the show begins, so arrive at doors if sitting is important or arrange accessible seating in advance.
What is the Onyx Room?
The Onyx Room is House of Yes’s intimate adjoining club at 8 Wyckoff Avenue. It holds about 150 standing or 70 seated and has lounge furniture, a full bar, staging and a dedicated L-Acoustics sound system. It may host a companion lineup, an independent event or a private function.
Is House of Yes wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Public entrances and primary venue areas are on one level and accessible to wheelchair users. Upper portions of the stage require stairs, but those areas are optional. Reserved seating can be arranged for guests with physical disabilities. The nearest subway station is not step-free, so accessible transportation requires additional planning.
Does House of Yes have gender-neutral restrooms?
All restrooms are gender-neutral, and guests may use whichever facility best suits their identity or expression. Private single-occupancy restrooms are available at the far-right side of the main theater. The restrooms are also art installations, with different visual themes that have become one of the venue’s signature design features.
Is there a coat check?
Yes, the floor plan includes a dedicated coat-check and storage area. It is useful during winter and for elaborate costumes, but lines can become long at sold-out events, especially at closing. Check your belongings soon after arrival, retain the claim ticket securely and avoid leaving medication, identification or valuables in a coat pocket.
Can I take photos inside?
Casual photography may be possible away from the dance floor, but phones and photos are prohibited while dancing. DSLR and professional cameras require prior approval. Never photograph someone in revealing or theatrical clothing without consent, and do not use flash during theater performances or while aerialists are working overhead.
Is food available?
Late-night bites are normally sold on the patio on many Fridays and Saturdays, but availability and menus vary. Eat a proper meal before arriving if you expect to stay until 4 a.m. Water refill facilities and nonalcoholic drinks are available, while the venue also operates multiple full-service bars.
What should guests with sensory sensitivities expect?
Expect powerful bass, low ambient lighting, rapidly changing colors, haze and frequent strobe effects during both parties and performance shows. Earplugs are advisable for anyone sensitive to volume. An early seat toward the rear or side may feel less intense than the central dance floor, although strobe exposure can occur throughout the theater.
Is parking available at House of Yes?
There is no visitor parking lot. Street spaces are limited, particularly on Friday and Saturday nights, and nearby signs may impose meter, loading or alternate-side rules. Commercial parking is not immediately beside the venue. Taking the L train to Jefferson Street or using a rideshare is usually more reliable than driving.
Is House of Yes comfortable for someone attending alone?
Many guests attend alone, particularly for resident-led dance nights and Dirty Circus. Choose an event whose music or theme genuinely interests you, arrive before peak crowding and identify security and staff locations. The consent policy is strong, but no nightclub is risk-free; report unwanted contact immediately rather than attempting to manage it alone.
What happens to lost property?
Lost items can take approximately 24 hours to reach the venue’s lost-and-found area. The office is closed on Sundays, and unclaimed property may be donated after two weeks. Provide a precise description, the event date and identifying details when making a claim. Do not leave identification, medication or irreplaceable items in coat check.
