It’s a warm July afternoon in Flushing, Queens. Neighbors gather around the historic Flushing Town Hall, chatting under shady trees while music drifts through the air. Kids chase bubbles on the lawn. Inside and outside the venue, artists, musicians, and families come together for a season packed with creativity and connection.
At 137-35 Northern Boulevard, Flushing Town Hall is once again a summer staple. Its calendar is full of free and low-cost events from jazz concerts to hands-on workshops, designed to bring people in the community together.
Queens Jazz Returns to the Parks and the Hall
Flushing’s summer soundtrack is back in full swing thanks to the Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series. On July 20, crowds gathered at the Unisphere in Flushing Meadows Corona Park for Alí Bello & The Charanga Syndicate, blending Latin jazz with deep rhythmic roots. The open-air setting added a fresh energy to the evening.
Inside Flushing Town Hall, jazz fans enjoyed the Jazz Jam All-Stars show on July 9, led by longtime house band leader Carol Sudhalter. The performance brought together musicians from across Queens for an evening of sharp solos and collaborative spirit.
The music doesn’t stop there. On August 13, the venue will host another Monthly Jazz Jam, where local musicians — professional or amateur — can bring their instruments and jump into the mix. Most jazz events are free and open to all ages, making them easy to attend and hard to forget.
Theater Made for Families
Flushing Town Hall is also focused on its youngest audience. In early July, Treehouse Shakers brought their toddler-friendly production “Sail Away” to the stage. The show used sound and movement to create a calm, playful environment perfect for kids under five and their caregivers.
Other performances earlier this summer celebrated Juneteenth, Pride Month, and the Queens Rising initiative. Each event featured storytelling, live music, and performances that reflected the borough’s diversity and cultural depth.
Looking ahead, the Encore Broadway Queens series begins in August, offering family-friendly musical performances that carry into the fall. Many of these shows are donation-based or free, and all are designed to be inclusive — welcoming grandparents, school groups, and everyone in between.
A Place for Local Artists to Shine
The arts aren’t just on the stage this summer — they’re also in the gallery. On August 7, Flushing Town Hall will host its Summer Artists Celebration, where visitors can meet the 2025 grant recipients, enjoy live performances, and attend a relaxed outdoor reception in the garden space.
Back in June, the Monthly Artist Meetup invited creators of all kinds — poets, dancers, visual artists — to share ideas and connect. It’s part of an ongoing effort to strengthen Queens’ creative network.
Visual art exhibitions have also been a draw. “The Truth as I See It” ran through early August, and the upcoming “Comics in the City” show brings together local illustrators and storytellers. These exhibits reflect the voices and perspectives of the borough in new, powerful ways.
Flushing Town Hall is more than just a venue. It’s a community anchor — a Smithsonian-affiliated space that supports the creative work of Queens residents every day.
Community Events with Lasting Impact
Each program this summer adds to a larger goal: expanding access to the arts and reflecting the richness of the local community. From multilingual shows to Pride-focused events, Flushing Town Hall continues to welcome everyone.
Their partners include the Kupferberg Center, Louis Armstrong House Museum, and NYC Parks, all working together to bring concerts and cultural events into public spaces.
Though the building was first constructed in 1862, its mission keeps evolving. Today, it’s managed by the Flushing Council on Culture and the Arts, which keeps the space active and accessible.
These programs don’t just bring people joy — they also support small businesses, boost local tourism, and offer opportunities to artists across Queens.
Conclusion
This summer, Flushing Town Hall has brought the borough to life. With jazz in the parks, live theater for families, and artist celebrations indoors and out, it’s a season built on creativity, access, and community.
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