Kai, the Korean solo artist known as a member of SM Entertainment’s powerhouse group EXO, has officially proven he can own the stage all by himself. On his recent stop in Los Angeles for the KAION Tour, his first-ever U.S. solo concert, Kai showed that his prowess transcends both group and solo performances.
On Thursday, August 21, 2025, the brand-new Hyatt Regency Times Square brought the spirit of the US Open right to Midtown Manhattan with an unforgettable pop-up pickleball event. The hotel’s outdoor porte cochere was masterfully transformed into a full-sized pickleball court, creating a one-of-a-kind setting where professional tennis stars faced off with local New Yorkers in a fun and energetic celebration.
Tennis season is well underway and officially taking over New York. At the center of the action, Thompson Central Park is establishing itself as the ultimate off-court destination. In partnership with LALO Tequila and Epic Worldwide, the hotel launched The LALO Clubhouse—a vibrant series of events and lifestyle activations that bring together the best of sport, spirits, and sophisticated city energy.
The 2025 US Open tennis tournament has reached its halfway mark, but there’s still plenty of time to see the world’s top tennis players in action at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, New York.
As café culture continues to thrive among teens and adults, La La Land Kind Café wants families to know that little ones can join the fun too. Through an all-new collaboration with Disney, the café has launched La La’s Kids Menu, a whimsical lineup designed to bring Disney magic to everyday coffee runs.
Happy Anniversary, Taste of Tennis!
The Knockturnal had the pleasure of attending the Proper Presents: St Lucia event at the gorgeous Santa Monica Proper Hotel.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025. Kimoto Rooftop Garden Lounge. Downtown Brooklyn.—Tuesday evening found me and my plus one on the rooftop of the Sheraton Brooklyn Hotel, attending a quaint gathering of VIP media professionals and creative talents. One could say the VIP Reception, hosted by Sun River Health, was the pre-game event to attend before the prestigious Caribbean Music Awards Show, which is returning on Thursday, August 28th, at the Kings Theatre.
Clipse Rocks the House as Complex and ESPN Celebrate a New Era of Culture and Style
On August 21, BMI hosted Multi-platinum-selling artist Cody Johnson and eight-time GRAMMY winner Carrie Underwood in its Nashville office on Music Row to celebrate their No. One hit “I’m Gonna Love You.”