LIC Springs! 2023

As one of Long Island City Partnership’s (LICP) signature annual events, LIC Springs! will return to Queens for its 10th year, featuring live music, dance, performances, fitness classes, pop-up activities, outdoor dining, and other entertainment and activations for all.

There are over 120 local businesses participating, with performances including Irish step, break, and flamingo dancing, LEGO robotic coding, and massages, along with experiences such as golf, climbing, soccer, pottery throwing demos, and outdoor dining. Kids can even make their own slime and there are dog-friendly experiences throughout.

As one of the most dog-friendly neighborhoods in NYC, LIC Springs! will feature a bevy of canine-friendly activities, including dog treats, puzzles, and other enrichment games. There are several businesses that have participated in LIC Springs! since the beginning including BrickHouse Ceramic Art Center, Blend, Hunters Point Park Conservancy, Madera Cuban Grill, Manducatis Rustica, and Woodbines Craft Kitchen. Other marquee participants include the Queens World Film Festival, MoMA PS1, Socceroof LIC, Sweet Chick, R40, The Cliffs at LIC, The Noguchi Museum, and Casa Lola.

Vernon Boulevard will be closed to traffic between 46th and 50th Avenues.