Ellen’s Stardust Diner in Times Square will host a revolutionary birthday bash for Alexander Hamilton on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00 am, with festivities continuing through the weekend and culminating on Hamilton’s birthday, Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Guests will enjoy live performances from the Stardusters, Ellen’s famous singing waitstaff, singing all the fan-favorite, show-stopping hits from Hamilton in full costume. At the start of Americas’ 250th anniversary year, the celebration will also feature Hamilton trivia and the Talk Less, Shake More shake, a decadent dulce-de-leche milkshake topped with whipped cream, gold and black sprinkles, and theatrical Hamilton-inspired decorations, available for $17.76. To cap off the festivities, the Stardusters will lead guests in singing “Happy Birthday” to Hamilton.