No one parties like Madonna [1], and the music legend [2] reminded us of that during her 61st birthday party in NYC on Friday. The pop icon is preparing to start her Madame X tour [3] — which kicks off on Sept. 12 — but took time during and after rehearsals to turn up with friends and some of her children [4], including 13-year-olds David and Mercy as well as 6-year-old twins Estere and Stelle. Madonna [5] — who is also mum to 22-year-old daughter Lourdes and 19-year-old son Rocco — shared videos of her kids dancing backstage and wearing their own Madame X shirts in honour of the special occasion. Naturally, Madonna was also hyped up [6] as she celebrated with her tour group, drinking and indulging in sweet treats.

Later, Madonna and her entourage hit up the Madame X bar in Greenwich [7] where they kept the festivities going. Rocking a four-star general uniform with fishnets and retro shades, the birthday girl took some shots and sang along to Elton John's "Your Song" [8] with the crowd. And you better believe she struck a pose and vogued all throughout the night. Look ahead to see the fun moments from the celebration!