The Citiblog
LIC Springs Returns on May 20
May 12, 2023, 5:31.33 pm ET
Photos: Long Island City Partnership
The Long Island City Partnership is bringing back “LIC Springs!” for its 10th anniversary on Saturday, May 20 from 12pm to 5pm. This street festival on Vernon Boulevard is free and open to the public.
This annual community event will feature the participation over 120 local businesses, including BrickHouse Ceramic Art Center, Blend, Hunters Point Park Conservancy, Madera Cuban Grill, Manducatis Rustica, Woodbines Craft Kitchen. The Queens World Film Festival, MoMA PS1, Socceroof LIC, Sweet Chick, R40, The Cliffs at LIC, The Noguchi Museum and Casa Lola.
In addition, there will be a variety of performances, activations, and entertainment for all ages. The festival will also feature a bevy of canine-friendly activities, including dog treats, puzzles and other enrichment games.
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