The Art in the Park Meetup: Vending, Networking & Creative Workshops

Before the summer ends and the city cools down, this is your moment to be outside with people who are open, kind, and building their life.

Join us Saturday, August 1 at Maria Hernandez Park for the final Art Meetup of the summer.

The Art Meetup is a community-led gathering for artists, neighbors, creatives, and curious people who want to make art, meet new people, and feel less alone in the city.

Expect local artists, free crafts, creative activities, vendors, music, giveaways, and relaxed park hangs in the heart of Bushwick.

Some people come to create.
Some come to shop local artists.
Some come alone just to be around good energy.

All are welcome.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, August 1
Time: 3–7 PM
Vendor Setup: 2 PM
Location: Maria Hernandez Park, Bushwick, Brooklyn
RSVP: Save your spot here

Vendors & Artists

Artists and vendors can set up for free. Bring your own table, chair, blanket, rack, or display.

Join Artists/Vendor chat here: https://ig.me/j/AbaJJMEo7qbXzg3L/

Rain Plan

If needed, we will meet at 3 PM at Time Out Market, 55 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, on the ground floor for modified workshops and grounded conversations.

You are still welcome to bring your vending items and art for showcase.

Please check @nonlocalai and @theartmeetup for updates before and during the event.

Donations help cover ponchos, supplies, giveaways, printing, future venue costs, and the community labor it takes to keep The Art Meetup going.

Donate here: lailanigibson.com/donate

If you know of a future indoor or outdoor venue that could be a good fit for Art Meetup events in 2027, nominate a venue here: Venue Nomination Form

Stay Connected

Event updates: @nonlocalai
The Art Meetup: @theartmeetup
Meet the organizer: LailaniGibson.com
NYC art jobs and creative resources: The Creative Plug
Upcoming events: Eventbrite
The Art Meetup playlist: Listen on Spotify

Hope you feel welcomed to come as you are, meet someone new, and be part of the community we’re building together.

The Art Meetup was created to give NYC creatives a real place to connect, create, and feel seen. Join us for art, conversation, and community. RSVP now before tickets run out.