Leon Vynehall makes some of the most emotionally legible dance music of the last decade, and an all-day-long booking means no guest slots, no changeovers, just one artist building an arc across hours. The Nursery is Public Records' outdoor garden, planted and shaded, which turns a Sunday afternoon into something closer to a garden party than a club night. If you prefer daylight dancing to 4am, this is the format.
What to expect
An outdoor yard behind the venue with plants, benches and a sound system tuned for the space, plus indoor rooms open alongside. Vynehall plays the full session solo, so the pacing builds gradually from afternoon listening into evening dancing. The venue's plant-based kitchen and bar operate throughout.
Good to know
- R to Union St or F/G to Carroll St, then a walk toward Fourth Avenue.
- The Nursery is outdoors, so weather affects comfort more than usual.
- Daytime sessions run long; pace yourself if you want to stay to the end.
- The venue runs a plant-based kitchen and bar on site.
- Suits people who want a full-length single-artist set without a late night.
- Capacity is limited compared with a warehouse club, so entry can queue.
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Common questions
Is The Nursery indoors or outdoors?
The Nursery is Public Records' outdoor garden space, with the indoor Sound Room and bar areas open alongside it.
Is anyone else playing?
No. The session is billed as Leon Vynehall all day long, meaning he plays the entire set himself.
Is there food?
Yes. Public Records operates a plant-based kitchen and bar on site through its events.
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