Blake Lively made a striking appearance in a chic red dress at a celebratory event held at The Empire State Building in New York City on Monday night (November 8). The 34-year-old actress, who also captured a rooftop selfie, joined notable figures such as Sean Doyle, Emma Wade-Smith, Fred Dixon, and Jean-Yves Ghazi for a gathering hosted by British Airways and NYC & Company.

The event marked a significant occasion—the end of the pandemic travel ban that had restricted travel to the United States for over a year. Fully vaccinated travelers from the UK were now welcomed back into the country, adding to the festive atmosphere of the evening.

Blake Lively attended the event in support of her company, Betty Buzz, which celebrated its mixers’ new inclusion at the Aviation Gin Bar at JFK Airport. Betty Buzz, a venture co-founded by Blake, along with her husband Ryan Reynolds’ Aviation American Gin, was proudly featured on the cocktail menu at the British Airways JFK lounge for the first time. The Aviation Gin bar, located on the lounge’s outdoor terrace, served both Aviation American Gin and Betty Buzz non-alcoholic mixers, providing guests with a taste of their innovative beverage offerings.

Blake Lively’s presence at the event not only highlighted her entrepreneurial spirit but also underscored her support for initiatives that promote travel and hospitality between nations post-pandemic. Her radiant red dress and involvement in promoting Betty Buzz and Aviation American Gin added to the evening’s celebratory and glamorous atmosphere, marking a memorable occasion in New York City.