NYC Plant Market is more than a marketplace for plants. It’s a movement to reconnect New Yorkers with nature. We bring together local plant shops, independent growers, and small nurseries across the city for a once-a-month curated community market that celebrates urban greening. From rare aroids, beginner houseplants, to handmade ceramic planters, we cultivate not […]
SpeakEasier was created in 2024 by Daniela Cantillo to celebrate and foster multilingualism in New York City. In early 2025, SpeakEasier partnered with Culture Lab LIC to bring to life the monthly SpeakEasier Language Exchange, where intermediate-to-advanced target speakers of Arabic, French, Farsi, and Spanish come together to practice their speaking skills through engaging conversation. […]
“Pawp-Ups” are back at Culture Lab LIC! Previously known as our “Pup-Ups”, we are making sure to include our feline friends! Join us 1-4pm on the first Sunday of every month from May-Oct as local rescues pawp-up with dogs and cats in need of fosters and forever homes! Already have a furry bestie? Bring them […]
The Blue Bus Project invites the Long Island City community to take part in The Waters Weaver Challenge, a community-wide collection campaign running through September 30. Start noticing the single-use plastic that passes through your hands every day—at home, at work, or on your daily walk. Collect it, clean it, and help transform it into […]
Aww! This week is all about baby animals, stuffies, squishmallows, and more. We love all things cute & cuddly and you will too! Experience the ultimate Summer Art Camp with our unbeatable program! Get ready to unleash your creativity as we dive into a world of art like never before. From painting to sculpture, printmaking […]
Give your child the gift of tennis, exercise, social interaction, and skill development during the holiday breaks! Our program moves children through different stations, focusing on unique themes each day to fast-track progress while creating lifelong memories. The camp will be focused on stroke production, footwork + athletic skill development, rallying, and point play. Off-court […]
Discover an ever-changing collection of vintage, mid-century modern, designer and contemporary furniture from a Long Island City film studio’s extensive prop and furnishings collection. After decades of collecting pieces for film, television, photography and events, we’re making room—and offering everything for sale. Expect unique sofas, lounge chairs, tables, lighting, rugs, artwork, accessories and one-of-a-kind finds, […]
Free Live Jazz Every Thursday from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm family friendly – Dogs – kids of all ages welcome Food Vendors on location Great assortment of Beers from our Brewery
Comedian & Co-Host of the SNL Nerds podcast Darin Patterson is revving up to record his first album this year but needs to do a run-through of his set first! Come through to this practice set and see the Queens native give his hilarious thoughts on NYC, getting older, being a nerd, aliens and whatever […]
LIC’s favorite local jazz night is back! Enjoy live jazz performances, cool libations, and great vibes in an intimate art gallery space every Friday at 8 PM. Always free and open to the community. Seating is limited, so get here early! February 06 – December 11 8:00 – 9:30pm https://www.culturelablic.org/sunset-jazz
A wonderful baritone soloist and a wine sommelier (CIA graduate) bring music and tasting together for an evening of story, sound, and place. Featuring: Charles Gray, Baritone Vanessa Da Silva, Sommelier Theme: Migration The program follows the arc of the migration story as it’s always been told in song: departure, the crossing, what survives in […]
LIC’s favorite local jazz night is back! Enjoy live jazz performances, cool libations, and great vibes in an intimate art gallery space every Friday at 8 PM. Always free and open to the community. Seating is limited, so get here early! February 06 – December 11 8:00 – 9:30pm https://www.culturelablic.org/sunset-jazz
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
South Korean company Force defies gravity in this street circus performance and NYC premiere. Suzik—the Korean word for verticality—is a Chinese pole performance that reimagines the vertical as a space of connection, trust, and collective movement. Three performers navigate the precarious heights of the pole, entering a world where balance depends on the presence, strength, […]
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
Adult semester pottery classes are open for registration at BrickHouse! Learn how to throw on the wheel, or build something with just your hands and the clay. Classes run for 5-7 weeks, 3 hours once a week. Immerse yourself in a creative community and try something new!
Join Hunters Point Parks Conservancy and The Blue Bus Project for a community Rip-Rap Cleanup along the Long Island City waterfront! At our last cleanup, volunteers collected 10 bags of trash in just 90 minutes. Let’s do it again! Together, we’ll remove litter and plastic from the shoreline while learning about the impact of waste […]
Wednesday, September 16, 7 -10pm Culture Lab LIC invites you to our 2026 Gala, The Garden of Creativity: An Evening For Growth. This year, our space will transform into a blossoming sanctuary that mirrors our own journey over the past six years. During this time, Culture Lab has evolved from a seedling of an idea […]
In HANDS, KARL!, roommates Dave and Karl navigate the chaos of cohabitation in one performer’s hilarious, heartfelt journey through friendship, frustration, and the small triumphs of daily life. With puppetry, aerial rope, and physical comedy, this solo show channels the spirit of Ernie and Bert to explore what it means to live with someone completely […]
September’s Community & Member Night celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month! Join us as we promote & support all hispanic and latine artists, shops, makers & brands at our monthly pop-up market! Aerial performance by Yasmine from Aerial Haven! Giveaways courtesy of our 580 Broadway Friends! FREE for all 1st time visitors. Non-Members are $15 (w/o […]
LIC’s favorite local jazz night is back! Enjoy live jazz performances, cool libations, and great vibes in an intimate art gallery space every Friday at 8 PM. Always free and open to the community. Seating is limited, so get here early! February 06 – December 11 8:00 – 9:30pm https://www.culturelablic.org/sunset-jazz
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
Join us for a free opening reception on Sat, Sep 19, 2-4pm to celebrate SculptureCenter’s new fall solo exhibitions by Aziz Hazara, Cevdet Erek, and Yining Fei (all on view from Sep 19–Dec 28, 2026). Aziz Hazara: Coming Home “Aziz Hazara: Coming Home” seeks to return material discarded in Afghanistan following the American military’s abrupt […]
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
Come on out and celebrate the start of a new school year! Join us for sensory play, art making, and more for the whole family! Multiple stations and activities will be set up in the space to move around and explore at your leisure. Perfect way to check out the studio if you are new […]
Architects and city planners have long celebrated Sunnyside’s Art Deco buildings and the historic Sunnyside Gardens district, but everyone can appreciate the many sights and stories of the neighborhood’s culture and creativity. This tour traces some highlights, from Thalia Spanish Theater (the first and only bilingual Hispanic theater in Queens), the Bliss Theater (a rare […]
Part artist talk, part live mix, Cevdet Erek opens up the channels of his exhibition at SculptureCenter, its references, historical echoes, and sonic materials, by presenting a sequence of music samples, images, and research fragments in dialogue with the works on view. As space is limited, please RSVP here if you plan to attend: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvQXi7ZzsjPHW5MitFHdOzWD1jyQe2murOoSTUNzz28GyDpw/viewform?pli=1 […]
Thursday, September 24, 6:30pm Following the sold-out run of our “playtest” in the summer of 2025 during Playground: Immersive Works in Progress at Culture Lab LIC, we are remounting a condensed, twenty-minute version for an industry presentation of RADIUM GIRLS IMMERSIVE this fall on Thursday, September 24 and Friday, September 25. Each evening will feature […]
No, YOU Tell It! storytellers collaborate to develop true tales on the page, then swap stories to embody their story partner’s culture, identity, and life experience on stage. For this special Queens Bookend Event, produced in partnership with Culture Lab LIC, we’ve teamed up with New Women New Yorkers in support of their mission to […]
Have an iconic end-of-summer sendoff dancing at the waterfront with family and friends! A party for all ages featuring 3 Queens DJs spinning Latin/Top 40, Hip-Hop, and House music, with a special nod to Queens-based musical artists. Hosted by Queensboro Dance Festival under the awning at Ottomanelli’s at the Waterfront food kiosk in Hunter’s Point […]
LIC’s favorite local jazz night is back! Enjoy live jazz performances, cool libations, and great vibes in an intimate art gallery space every Friday at 8 PM. Always free and open to the community. Seating is limited, so get here early! February 06 – December 11 8:00 – 9:30pm https://www.culturelablic.org/sunset-jazz
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
Our 60-minute introductory family class provides foundational coaching in a small-group setting with a 1:6 maximum instructor to participant ratio. You can take classes with your children (ages 9 and up), meet other new climbers, and receive expert instruction on the basics of climbing. The curriculum will set you up with the best knowledge to […]
The annual Fall Festival celebrating NYC craft beer is back! First launched by the NYC Brewers Guild in 2014 as a massive street party in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn – Blocktoberfest was built on a simple idea: shine a spotlight on the exceptional talent, innovation, and community spirit driving New York City’s craft beer scene. For […]
Bring the kids and make an afternoon of it with Bindlestiff Family Cirkus, a joyful explosion of circus, comedy, variety, and extraordinary live performance. From dazzling feats of balance and coordination to comic surprises and classic circus skills, Bindlestiff delivers the kind of show that gets kids leaning forward in their seats and grown-ups laughing […]
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
Little Artists: Construction Site 📅 Sept 27, 2026 ⏰ 12:00–2:00 PM 📍 The Ditty in Astoria – Back Patio! 💰$35 per child – ADULTS ARE FREE – ADMISSION INCLUDES 1 DRINK TICKET IMPORTANT NOTE FOR REGISTERING: DO NOT LIST A PLUS ONE UNLESS IT IS ANOTHER CHILD. THE SYSTEM WILL WANT TO CHARGE YOU. THANK […]
FERTILE GROUND has supported emerging and established artists for 20 seasons, showcasing the work of over 50 choreographers each year. The non-curated program features six dance makers each evening and includes a post-performance discussion with wine, moderated by Green Space Artistic Director Valerie Green.
The Debate Show! is a 60-minute nerdy pop culture spectacular. It’s the show where Subway Takes meets your 6th-grade speech and debate class. Unlike our current political landscape, we’re tackling the issues that really matter. We’ll have you asking the tough questions like: are blueberry bagels actually bagels? Can you be a true New Yorker […]
BROOKLYN STUDIOS LIC POP-UP FURNITURE WAREHOUSE SALE Our Pop-Up is back! Shop a curated collection of furniture, lighting, rugs, art, mirrors, accessories and more — including vintage, mid-century modern, designer and one-of-a-kind pieces. Wednesday, September 30 – Sunday, October 4 11AM–7PM daily (Sunday, 10/4 will start to wrap around 4PM) 8–16 43rd Avenue, Long Island […]
Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on happy hour experience dedicated entirely to painting ceramic pieces. Choose from a variety of pre-made shapes and bring your creativity to life using a wide selection of colors, brushes, and decorative techniques. Whether you prefer simple designs or detailed artwork, this session is all about personal expression and creativity. Come and […]
🗓Opening: October 1 🕖6-9PM Browse posters, typography, motion graphics, screen prints, branding packages and much more! All while you enjoy open white wine & beer, lighter fare and the sounds of @doctajimmy playing a chill set to set the mood🎧 Exhibition runs October 1 through November 1. Gallery Hours: Thursday & Friday 5–9 PM | […]
We are performing Imaginary Folklore with my Variego3 project at QED Astoria on October 1 at 6PM. Would you please add the event to your calendar? Imaginary Folklore unites Jorge Variego, Ben Rosenblum, and Kris Monson in an initiative that blends the rich heritage of the Río de la Plata with elements of jazz and […]
This clinic is all about learning to use momentum to improve your climbing. From deadpoints to dynos, you’ll learn new movement patterns to fly across the wall. Whether you’re just breaking into intermediate grades or pushing into advanced climbs, we’ll work on giving you the tools to drive power through your legs, time your latches, […]
Join us in LPAC’s Mainstage Theater for the annual LaGuardia Community College Faculty Sampler Concert! Hosted by the Music Performance Department, this special event will showcase the talents of LaGuardia Community College’s faculty from the Music Performance and Music Recording Technology programs.
Motion Fridays Reloaded takes over LEVEL Astoria every Friday for a high-energy NYC nightlife experience featuring Hip Hop, Afrobeats, R&B, Caribbean, and Spanish music. Whether you are planning a night out with friends, celebrating a birthday, or looking for a lively Friday party in Astoria, Motion Fridays brings music, dancing, and VIP nightlife together. Event […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the legendary Limón Dance Company in an intimate evening connecting the extraordinary legacy of Mexican-born choreographer José Limón with the future of American modern dance. The program pairs a suite from Limón’s exuberant 1958 Mazurkas, set to music by Chopin, with an excerpt from Aszure Barton’s Join, created with Grammy-nominated […]
LIC’s favorite local jazz night is back! Enjoy live jazz performances, cool libations, and great vibes in an intimate art gallery space every Friday at 8 PM. Always free and open to the community. Seating is limited, so get here early! February 06 – December 11 8:00 – 9:30pm https://www.culturelablic.org/sunset-jazz
Join us at Studio 41 for a new exhibition! “Then: a small look back over 60 years of studio practice” by Dianne Martin A reception for the artist will be held on October 3rd from 1-5 pm at Studio 41, 27-15 41st Avenue, Long Island City, near Queensboro Plaza. “Then” will be on view from […]
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]
AURA Saturdays at Level Astoria brings together Hip Hop, Caribbean, Afrobeats, R&B, and Spanish music for a high-energy Saturday night in Astoria, Queens. From 11PM to 4AM, enjoy great music, nightlife, bottle service, and a lively atmosphere at Level Astoria. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, planning a night out with friends, or looking for […]
Get ready for a high-energy Reggaeton night at Lost in Paradise Rooftop in Long Island City. On Saturday, October 3, 2026, enjoy nonstop Latin beats, rooftop nightlife, skyline views, and an unforgettable Queens party experience. Event Details Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 Time: 11:00 PM – 4:00 AM Venue: Lost in Paradise Rooftop Address: 11-01 […]
Daniel Cordani “Known Unknowns” A reception for the artist will be held on October 3rd from 1-5 pm at Studio 41, 27-15 41st Avenue, Long Island City, near Queensboro Plaza. Studio 41 is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-5 pm.
Join us at LM Café in Astoria for Café con Arte, an afternoon celebrating Latino artists, makers, and creatives in our community! Meet and shop from local artists and makers, enjoy food and drinks from LM Café, and spend the afternoon connecting with the Queens creative community. Featured creatives include Sazón & Scent, Eggurumi, Sheila’s […]
POWER WELLNESS FESTIVAL 2026 is an immersive rooftop experience in Long Island City bringing together wellness, healing, movement, art, music, and community. Join us for an inspiring evening featuring movement and yoga experiences, meditation, sound healing, wellness activations, local vendors, meaningful connections, and a special closing DJ celebration overlooking New York City. Created to bring […]
Power Wellness Festival 2026 — an immersive celebration of wellness, movement, art, music, and community in New York City. Created as a journey for the body, mind, and spirit, Power Wellness Festival brings together intentional movement, mindful practices, healing experiences, music, creativity, local wellness brands, and meaningful human connection — all in one unforgettable rooftop […]
Afro-Andean Funk is a New York–based, two-time Latin Grammy–nominated six-piece fusing Latin, funk, and electronica into a high-energy, groove-centered live show, sung in Spanish, English, and Quechua.
Saturday, October 3, 7-9pm Join Little Chef Little Cafe at Culture Lab LIC for a special evening of Filipino food, music, and community centered around the tradition of kamayan. Kamayan, meaning “by hand” in Tagalog, is a communal style of dining where a generous feast is laid across banana leaves and enjoyed without […]
Studio 41 launches its 5th year as a artist collective with “Fall Colours: Season 5” in the main gallery. “Fall Colours” reflects a diverse range of work by Studio 41’s artists: abstract and representational painting, collage, mixed media, prints and ceramics. The exhibit will be on view from September 12 through December 20, 2026. Member […]