DJ Sets: Kristine Barilli and Cruz Valdez
Fri, Aug 14, 2026
6–10 pm
Courtesy Kristine Barilli and Cruz Valdez
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Floor 1, Lobby
6–7:30 pm, Kristine Barilli
7:30–10 pm, Cruz Valdez
Kristine Barilli is a born and bred New Yorker with a masterful ability to translate her listening habits into rhapsodic DJ sets. As sharp as the city she hails from, Barilli’s punk ethos blends seamlessly with her eclectic style, often incorporating rare and esoteric tracks into her performances. Her sound, which she describes as “sleazy and street-based,” is an ode to her independent conviction, creating a symbiotic relationship between her vast knowledge and ever-expanding audience.
Cruz Valdez is a multidisciplinary artist based in New York City. While photography remains her primary medium, she expanded her practice into music in 2025 as a co-founder and DJ of the party Hard Flash. Drawing inspiration from electro-pop, house, electroclash, and synth-pop, her DJ sets are dynamic, emotionally charged, and built around lush melodies, driving rhythms, and unexpected turns.
Immerse yourself in their vibrant beats and enjoy evening access to Whitney Biennial 2026, drinks and snacks from Frenchette Bakery, skyline views from our terraces, and more as part of Free Friday Nights!
