LIC Arts x Real Estate Mixer

Wednesday, May 6, 9:30-11 a.m.

You’re invited to a lively breakfast gathering for the 4th annual Arts x Real Estate Mixer, bringing together two impactful sectors to strengthen our synergy for a better LIC. Meet LIC’s nonprofit cultural and art institutions, along with local building managers, owners, and real estate agencies, to discover creative partnerships and amenities the neighborhood has to offer, and envision the next stage of arts and real estate in LIC.

LIC Springs!

Saturday, May 30, 12-5 p.m.

LIC Springs! is an annual street festival celebrating Long Island City with live performances, interactive lessons, art, fitness classes, outdoor dining, pop-up activities, and more. The event is organized by Long Island City Partnership and programmed by hundreds of local businesses. Activities are free and open to the community. Save the date and join us for LIC’s biggest block party!

LIC Happenings

Thursday, April 30

6:30 pm: Live! in The Brewside Lounge at Fifth Hammer Brewing Co.

7 pm: Intro to Salsa Level 1 With LIC Salsa School

Thursday, April 30-Sunday, May 3

Queens New Music Festival 2026 at Culture Lab LIC

Saturday, May 2

10:15 am: Learning Homes at Hunters Point Library

12 pm: Sip & Stroll Herbs, Teas & Stories at Smiling Hogshead Ranch

2 pm: Live in The Lot Free Music at Culture Lab LIC

Sunday, May 3

1 pm: Pawp-Up in The Lot at Culture Lab LIC

7 pm: Orchestra Q: Night Shift at SculptureCenter

Image courtesy of Culture Lab LIC

Socrates Sculpture Park

Socrates Sculpture Park (SSP) is a community-engaged waterfront park dedicated to supporting artists in the production and presentation of contemporary public art. SSP additionally presents inclusive public and educational programming and is an important green space for the neighborhoods of Astoria and Long Island City. Open 365 days a year, admission and all programs are always FREE.

socratessculpturepark.org

Interborough Express Public Workshops

Interested in the future of the Interborough Express (IBX)? Join the MTA at one of their interactive in-person workshops about the proposed light rail connection between Brooklyn and Queens. At the workshops, you can share your priorities for stations and train design, hear the latest project updates, and get your questions answered. Details

Ongoing - LICP Business Assistance Program

LICP offers free 1-on-1 support with financing, real estate, growth planning, and navigating city programs. Opening a new business? NYC SBS’ Business Opening Sprint helps entrepreneurs open faster with hands-on support, compliance guidance, and help celebrating your grand opening. If you plan to open a new business in the near future, please contact Charles Yu at cyu@licpartnership.org to get connected.