Summer Solstice & Events at Socrates

On Friday, June 20th, Socrates Sculpture Park will be hosting an evening of events celebrating Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. We’re also sharing some of their other Summer events we received in a recent newsletter.

Summer Solstice Celebration
Friday, June 20 | 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Free with RSVP

Celebrate the longest day of the year with food, art, music, and hands-on activities at Socrates:

• Mookntaka’s inflatable art installation (5–8 PM)

• Crown-making workshop with Wearable Tracy (5–8 PM)

• Tea meditation and ritual with Kimberly Chou Tsun An (5:30–6:30 PM)

• Live performance by Fogo Azul NYC, an all-women, trans, and non-binary Brazilian drumline (6:30–7:30 PM)

• Food by Kinky Taco Truck, serving bold Cajun and Mexican-inspired dishes (5–8:30 PM)

Weather Cinema with Heidi Neilson
Friday, June 20 | 5:00 – 8:30 PM
Saturday, June 21 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
RSVP: education@socratessculpturepark.org

Participants will create a short animated film based on real weather data collected from the park. This hands-on workshop is open to all ages and encourages exploration of the natural world through drawing and storytelling.

Astoria Has Pride Picnic – 3rd Annual
Saturday, June 28 | 12:00 – 6:00 PM
Free, RSVP suggested

A family-friendly, pet-friendly day of performances, games, and community celebration in partnership with Astoria Pride. Local organizations and businesses will be there to support and uplift our neighborhood’s LGBTQ+ community.

International Girls Ensemble Youth Performance
Sunday, July 13 | 2:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Free with RSVP

Youth-led performance about courage & friendship. The event will include art-making stations and snacks.

Weekly Programs (ongoing)

Yoga with Astoria Yoga
Sundays | 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Free Vinyasa yoga for all levels (please bring your own mat or towel). No RSVP needed.

Sunset Meditation with Mindful Astoria
Tuesdays | 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Free guided meditation sessions (please bring a mat or cushion to sit on).