First Thursdays
On the first Thursday of each month, we open our doors to a curated community of leaders, creators, and changemakers. The evening blends world-class food, inspiring programming, and meaningful connections. No two are alike—one month it’s live performances, the next a workshop or chef-driven dinner—but the spirit is always the same: growth, collaboration, and community.
A Look at What We've Hosted
Panels & Discussions
Over the years, we hosted a number of the who's who across industry. Susan Cain, Dan Ariely, Mindy Grossman to name a few.
Arts & Performances
_JPG.jpg)
From basketball court to performance stage, our space has been reimagined to host world-class dance performances and galleries spotlighting New York’s emerging artists.
Hands on Experiences
Every now & then, we leverage all parts of our office to run multiple experiential workshops hosted by some of the best in the business.
Films & Premieres
_JPG.jpg)
Our screenings have spotlighted critical topics such as the vanishing microbiome and the effects of microplastics on human health, paired with Q&As with the filmmakers.
Health & Wellness
Wellness is central to our culture. Our full-day health and movement events are designed so everyone can benefit, together.
Impact Nights
Giving back takes many forms for us—including but not limited to charity poker nights, dance benefits, auctions, and galas.
Upcoming First Thursdays
How Thursdays Became our Community Day
You may be wondering Why Thursdays?
During the pandemic, we created a Community Online Academy (COA) for our Perks at Work customers to take classes & stay connected virtually while we were all stuck at home (you can read how that all started here). When we moved into our Flagship office, we decided to host COA in person, initially just for Perks at Work customers. We kept it to Thursday, hired a chef, a DJ, & a bartender and locked them in every Thursday. Over time, we started inviting more people and our events grew & evolved. But Thursdays have remained our Community Day.
Breaking Bread Together
Sharing a meal is one of the oldest ways to build connection and you'll see many of our evenings are framed as “Something & Chef,” reflecting the central role food plays in the experience.
Dishes are prepared right in front of you—so you know exactly what you’re getting—using ingredients from our rooftop terrace garden alongside produce & ingredients from local farmers & providers. Just as people travel to discover food, we bring that experience here to spark community and conversation.
Food as Community
CHEF COALITION AT FIRST THURSDAY
Once a month, we welcome the Chef Coalition—400+ of the world’s leading chefs—who come together to learn and collaborate, turning our office into a one-night-only restaurant unlike any other.
Invite Only.
Always.
Who gets invited? How do I get invited?
Our events are invite-only. To attend, you need to know someone who knows someone at Next Jump. That’s how we keep the guest list thoughtful, the vibe welcoming, and the experience top notch.
Everyone is personally vouched for—and we have just one rule: no jerks allowed.
(Seriously. It’s why everyone’s so nice.)
Coming to a First Thursday?
Here's what you need to know
Attendance Policy
Community is built on consistency and showing up. Because spots are limited and our events are in high demand, being confirmed from the waitlist means we’re counting on you to attend.
Of course, we understand that life happens. If something comes up and you can’t make it, please let us know as soon as you can so we can invite someone else to join.
If we don’t hear from you and you miss an event, we may ask you to sit out the next two events before signing up again.
