If you had plans for July 13, might as well cancel them now — we’ve got something cooking that you will not want to miss. Introducing LivingSocial’s first ever Backyard Festival: an all-American summer bash featuring live performances by Aerosmith, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Yeasayer, and more, along with a special culinary experience curated by Union Square Events, featuring Blue Smoke, El Verano Taquería, Box Frites, Union Square Burger, Creative Juice, and more.Also on tap (literally), a fully stocked beer garden complete with more than 150 craft brews, a special wine area featuring producers from around the country, Hangout Zone with hammocks and bean bags, Cool Down Zone with misting machines and giant fans, on-site graffiti artists, loads of backyard games, including corn hole, horseshoes, ladder ball, and tons more — all taking place in New York City’s real backyard… Randall’s Island. |