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Vinyl Nights Presents Return to ’76

  • Event Date Saturday, September 26, 2026

  • Time: 6pm-9pm ET
  • New York Transit Museum, Brooklyn
  • $50

Image: Vinyl Nights

Step into the groove at Vinyl Nights Presents Return to ’76, a one-night-only fundraiser celebrating 50 years of the New York Transit Museum, from our debut in 1976 to today. The Museum transforms into a two-level dance party powered by the rich, analog sound of vinyl, with DJ Misbehaviour spinning disco upstairs on the mezzanine, Operator Emz playing funk and hip-hop down on the platform, and New Style Hustle dance lessons with Jeff Selby.

Dress to impress in your boldest 1970s-inspired looks, from bell bottoms and platform shoes to sequins, satin, and statement prints, and come ready to dance. With DJs spinning records the old-school way, Vinyl Nights brings a night of music, movement, and retro style, all in support of the Museum.

Ticket price includes admission and two drink tickets. Additional drink tickets will be available at our cash bar.

All but $20 per ticket is tax-deductible.

Drinks are generously sponsored by:

F and H superimposed.                              Rockaway Brewing written in orange over image of train crossing sign.                     Blue logo that says Open Water.

Fort Hamilton Distillery                  Rockaway Brewing Co.                                      Open Water

 

The night’s lineup features:

Dance lessons from 6-7pm from Jeff Selby, creator & founder of New Style Hustle, a contemporary evolution of the classic Hustle that blends partner dance with modern music, technique, and expression. He has introduced Hustle to dancers in over 60 countries—transforming it from a fading social form into a vibrant international movement.

DJ Misbehaviour – London Born, NYC Based, celebrated for her feel good, multi genre sets, vinyl expertise & status as a pioneering culture-bearer in the music scene.  She went viral with over 27 Million views for throwing down a dynamic set at Museum of City of New York’s “Uptown Bounce.”

Operator Emz – a NYC DJ, producer & vinyl curator known for his deep roots in 1970’s/80s Bronx Hip- Hop Culture. He is renowned for founding the all 45’s night “Mobile Mondays!”

Rebecca Lynn is a Native New Yorker, event producer, cultural curator, whose work has helped revive and celebrate the city’s rich dance music heritage. As the creator and producer of Vinyl Nights, she has established one of New York’s most beloved dance party experiences. Her events are known for their welcoming atmosphere, vibrant energy, and ability to unite diverse audiences through music and dance.

Colorful discoball reads Vinyl Nights with New York skyline above the circle.

Additional Information and Policies

All Ticket Sales are Final

If you cannot attend the program on the date you reserved or do not submit any requested security materials in time, the total price of unused tickets will be treated as a donation to the Transit Museum and is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another date.

Age Requirements 

Children ages 2 and over must have their own ticket.

Children ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.   

Program Experience

The Museum is located in a decommissioned subway station.

  • When you arrive, look for a subway station entrance on the Northwest corner of Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street—that’s us!  The stairway will lead you down to the Museum.
  • There is Wi-Fi, but no cell phone service in the Museum. If you plan to visit with others, we recommend coordinating in advance and entering together.
  • The Museum does not have a bag or coat check. Please do not bring large bags to the Museum to allow more space for visitors in exhibits.
  • While the main program space and a few of our exhibits on the mezzanine have air conditioning and heat, a majority of the Museum (including the entire platform level with our historic trains), does not have climate control.
  • Eating is not allowed anywhere in the Museum.
Accessibility

Pets, or comfort, therapy, or emotional support animals are not permitted at Museum programs. Only service animals as defined by the ADA are permitted.

The Museum is located down a set of stairs. It’s wheelchair-accessible entrance is located at the corner of Schermerhorn and Court Streets. For the best service, we recommend emailing before your visit.

For information on American Sign Language interpreter requests, Assistive Listening Devices, or other accessibility matters please visit nytransitmuseum.org/accessibility or email [email protected]. If you secure tickets, please request any accommodations via email at least two weeks in advance.

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