Live music, an open mic, an art market, and food vendors come together for this community-powered creative gathering. The Art Meetup is a "pay what you can" event—come exactly as you are to make art, share space, and meet people. This indoor winter edition brings the same energy as our park meetups into a warm, cozy setting.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
• Location: Sanger Hall, Queens
• Time: 8 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30 p.m.; performances begin at 10 p.m.)

Why Your RSVP Matters This event exists because people choose to support it. There are no sponsors, institutions, or grants. Every RSVP and donation directly covers:

• Community-owned sound equipment
• Venue rental costs
• Accessibility materials
• Artist support

Small contributions turn into real tools that stay in community hands. If 200 people give $1, we build a shared sound setup for everyone.

What to Expect

• Live music and open mic performances (poetry, comedy, and storytelling)
• Local vendors and handmade goods
• Real conversations and community connection

Tickets and Involvement

• RSVP: Pay What You Can RSVP via Eventbrite. Sliding scale and free options are available.
• Open Mic Sign-up: Register here
• Donations: Accepted via Venmo (@Laifleur), Cash App ($Laifleur), or PayPal (lailanigibson@gmail.com).

About the Curator The Art Meetup is curated by Lailani Gibson, founder. These spaces are built from scratch to help New York City artists, musicians, and locals find real opportunities and support.