#5 Benefit
The 2016 performance will include a world premiere piece by artist in residence Alexi Ratmansky set to music by Leonard Bernstein, as well as appearances by all of ballet's principle dancers. Celebrities like Caroline Kennedy, Sigourney Weaver, and Joel Grey attended last year. Next: May 16, 2016
#13 Benefit
The 2016 Conservatory Ball will be the highlight of a yearlong celebration of the New York Botanical Garden's 125th anniversary. The event is presented by Oscar de la Renta and will feature the upcoming exhibition "Impressionism: American Gardens on Canvas." Next: June 2, 2016
#3 Fashion Industry Event
Eight hundred young philanthropists in the New York art scene mix and mingle at the stylish soiree. Last year's move to the museum's new home in the meatpacking district allowed organizers to reimagine the 14-year-old event, starting with a shift from summer to fall. Next: Fall 2016
#2 Advertising Industry Event
The Clio Awards have recognized the best in advertising around the world since 1959. Alec Baldwin hosted last year's ceremony, and the event returns to the American Museum of Natural History this year. Next: September 28, 2016
#3 Beauty Industry Event
The Hot Pink Party returns to the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf Astoria in April. Last year's event recognized Leonard A. Lauder and Elizabeth Hurley for their far-reaching efforts to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer research. Next: April 12, 2016
#7 Benefit (up from #8)
Buzz continues to build about the 900-guest fund-raiser for the increasingly high-profile High Line park. Last year’s presenters included Cynthia Nixon and Darren Walker; Susan Sarandon is among the honorees for this year’s event, which takes place at Pier 36 on the East River. Next: May 20, 2015
#9 Benefit (up from #11)
The unofficial kickoff to Fashion Week draws 700 guests to Cipriani Wall Street. The entertainment and fashion insiders who attend have collectively raised $15 million for AIDS research. Next: February 2016
Held during National Design Week, the Smithsonian design museum’s award ceremony at Pier 60—now in its 17th year—drew more than 600 guests in 2014. Next: October 15, 2015
#2 Hospitality Industry Event
Every year, more than 2,000 hotel C.E.O.s, owners, developers, investors, lenders, analysts, and other hospitality leaders gather at the New York Marriott Marquis to learn and network. This year, sponsors will be able to view a conference live stream. Next: May 31-June 2, 2015
