"The Playground": Your Guide to What to Do Tonight

It's time to figure out where some of the best parties are tonight and below are our picks. Make sure to check out our Calendar Page and follow us on Twitter as well.-

New York City Ballet Fall Gala When: Thu, October 7, 5:30pm-10:00pm Where:David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, 63rd St New York, NY Why: Celebrate NYC Ballet's first season at Lincoln Center with Sarah Jessica Parker Details

Park Avenue Armory Gala When: Thu, October 7, 6:30pm-9:30pm Where: Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Ave, New York, NY Why: Kick-Off for the armory's annual carnival Details

FEED Projects Shop-in-Shop Launch at Cynthia Rowley When: Thu, October 7, 7:00pm-9:00pm Where: Cynthia Rowley, 376 Bleeker St, New York, NY Why: Join FEED founders Lauren Bush and Erin Gustafson at the launch of the charity's pop-up shop. Details

Naughty Auction 2010 "Forbidden Jungle" When:Thu, October 7, 6:30pm-10:30pm Where: Touch Why: Burlesque, Brazilian dancers, and sex toys? Details

John Varvatos Presents Thursday Nite Live When:Thu, October 7, 8:00pm-11:00pm Where: John Varvatos, 315 Bowery, New York, NY Why: Live performance by the Dead Sparrows Details