Summer Celebrations at Socrates Sculpture Park

Socrates Sculpture Park has a full and exciting schedule this July. From Pride celebrations to the Summer Solstice and weekly mindfulness sessions, the Sculpture Park continues to be a vibrant meeting ground for all New Yorkers seeking connection, but particularly us here in Astoria and Long Island City.

Below are some events we learned about in the Sculpture Park’s recent newsletter that we wanted to share with our readers.

Queerly Beloveds: Meditation for LGBTQIA+ Community

Thursday, July 10 | 6:30–8pm

In collaboration with Mindful Astoria, Socrates launches Queerly Beloveds—a meditation and mindfulness group centered on LGBTQIA+ voices and experiences.

A Loom for Tender(ils) with Rowan Renee

Thursday, July 10 | 5–8pm | Free with RSVP

Join Artist Fellow Rowan Renee in the tree grove for a one-on-one weaving experience that aims to encourage presence and deep conversation. Hope you can attend.

International Girls Ensemble Youth Performance

Sunday, July 13 | Shows at 2pm & 4pm | Free with RSVP

The acclaimed Youth Performance Troupe is back with two powerful performances focused on friendship, storytelling, and courage.

Field Guide: Eye on Color with Christina Delfico

Saturday, July 18 | 11am–1pm | RSVP Required

This is a family-friendly program led by IDIG2LEARN founder Christina Delfico where you will discover how animals perceive color differently from humans—bees see UV patterns, hummingbirds love red, and green soothes our nervous system. This is a hands-on workshop.

Guelaguetza Festival with Ballet Folklórico Mexicano de Nueva York

Sunday, July 27 | 12–6pm | Free with RSVP

Celebrate the annual Guelaguetza Festival, a vibrant Oaxacan tradition of dance, music, and community exchange.

Ongoing Community Programs

• Sunset Meditation
  Tuesdays through August 26 | 7–8pm
  Led by Mindful Astoria, these free, open-air meditation sessions welcome all experience levels.
• Yoga with Astoria Yoga
  Sundays through September 28
  Free Vinyasa yoga sessions for all levels. Bring a mat or towel, and check @astoria.yoga for weather updates.

To learn more and RSVP visit socratessculpturepark.org or email: info@socratessculpturepark.org

Enjoy these events and if you attend any feel free to send us some photos or a note!