Gallup reports nearly half of U.S. adults now abstain from alcohol, and cruising is quietly reshaping itself around that shift.…
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This section is PACKED with two great sections! (#seewhatwedidthere)
WHAT A TRIP! Sober Travel Destinations and Sober Travel Tips by a group of Sober Curators who have traveled all over the globe! Make sure to check out our Sober Retreats Calendar too!
SOBRIETY IN THE CITY is your guide to substance-free adventures and events in cities across the United States. We’re bringing you hidden gems, local hangouts, art exhibits, unique attractions and pop-up events, limited shows, and tours. Being fully present allows us to enjoy life to the fullest. But we’re still taking it in all, just one day at a time. You can depend on this section for clean, creative alternatives to maximize your time in these fantastic cities. Bonus! We now offer a Sober Events Calendar featuring events in cities across the USA.
DALLAS – MINNEAPOLIS/ST PAUL – SEATTLE – NEW YORK CITY
If you have the perfect sober city movement agenda, contact us! We would love to share your ideas with our community. DM us on social media or email us directly at thesobercurator@gmail.com.
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Here’s a Friday night plan that doesn’t involve a single drop of alcohol, a single awkward “no thanks,” or a…
One Day of History, Art, and Presence London is one of the world’s great walking cities, where centuries of history,…
For decades, April 20 has had a cultural chokehold. Merch. Memes. Smoke clouds drifting through popular culture like it owns…
Staying Grounded, Curious, and Present in One of the World’s Great Cities London is one of the world’s most rewarding…
Belfast Playwright Explores AA, Mentorship, and Human Imperfection David Ireland’s “The Fifth Step” is a play that understands sobriety not…
“I wasn’t addicted to drugs. I was addicted to acceptance.” Jonathan Gildart That sentence lands like truth usually does — quietly, then all…
I’ve loved thrifting for as long as I can remember. Not in a casual, “let’s pop in and see what’s…
Skiing culture has always had a certain swagger: fresh tracks in the morning, big mountain energy all afternoon, and a…
“My name is Teresa and I’m an alcoholic. I’ve been sober for 120 years.” If longevity enthusiasts have their way,…
For many in recovery, planning a holiday brings a particular set of considerations. Menus may be scanned in advance, local…
If you’ve been craving an evening that feels alive (not performatively polished, not painfully small-talky), TEDxPortland is starting 2026 with…
Wellness travel has officially entered its “main character era.” Gone are the days when a resort could toss a cucumber…
If you’ve ever sipped a non-alcoholic drink that felt like it was auditioning for the role of “real alcohol,” you…
For years, cruises carried a reputation that didn’t suit everyone — a sort of floating pub drifting from one sunny…
Cruising is one of my favorite ways to travel, but being sober on a ship surrounded by bars and drinks…
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The Terrence McNally Foundation (TMF) and The Recovery Arts Project have announced the second cycle of the Terrence McNally Recovery…
Every year, the holidays show up wearing twinkle lights and carrying a grudge. For people in recovery (and people still…
Start the new year with heat, ice, community, and intention. The Sober Curator is teaming up with Good Day Sauna…
If you’ve been hanging around The Sober Curator for any length of time, you already know Teresa Bergen. She’s the…
Sober travel is not all created equal. I have been on trips where “dry” translated to lifeless. Where the focus…
Let’s get one thing straight right out of the gate: sober people do, in fact, go out.I know — shocking.…
For years, I convinced myself that I loved the whole business trip gig. I was all about the airports, the…
Recovery Beyond’s new documentary ‘Walking On Ice’ is nothing short of a visceral, heart-thumping testament to what happens when recovery…
A smooth trip begins with clear intention and calm energy from the start. Simple habits shape a steady path that…
There were mornings I could not move. I would wake up on the couch, heart pounding, covered in cold sweat,…
If you’ve been following The Sober Curator for a while, you already know we’re longtime fans of Pop Buchanan—artist, storyteller,…































