NEWSLETTER
40+ Vendors, Live Music, and an Art Exhibition Come Together at Culture Lab LIC on May 24
New York, N.Y. – NYC Plant Market, the community-rooted plant market bringing together plant lovers, local growers, and makers across New York City, announces its second edition on Saturday, May 24, 2026, from 1 to 7 PM at Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Building on the energy of its April debut, this edition marks a significant leap in scale and programming. The market welcomes over 40 vendors (up from 27 at the inaugural event) representing a wide range of specialty nurseries, independent growers, and plant-adjacent makers from across the five boroughs and beyond.
Alongside the marketplace, attendees will find live music performances woven throughout the afternoon and an art exhibition presented by Culture Lab LIC, transforming the market into a full celebration of community, nature, and creativity.
“We wanted every NYC Plant Market to feel like more than just a shopping experience. It’s a gathering place. Seeing the vendor community grow from 27 to over 40 in just one month tells us that New York was ready for something like this.”
Nigel Sielegar, Founder, NYC Plant Market
The market is open to the public. Tickets are available at nycplantmarket.com.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday, May 24, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 7:00 PM
Location: Culture Lab LIC, 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
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ABOUT NYC PLANT MARKET
The NYC Plant Market is a first-of-its-kind curated community market that gathers local plant shops, independent growers, and small nurseries from across the five boroughs. It’s the city’s first true plant market made by New Yorkers who love plants. From rare aroids and beginner houseplants to handmade ceramic planters and eco-conscious care products, each market is an invitation for New Yorkers of all experience levels to slow down, get their hands in the soil, and discover the city’s thriving green community.
MAY 24th Community Programming
Beyond shopping, each NYC Plant Market is a fully programmed community experience. The MAY 24th market includes:
- Community Plant Swap: hosted by NYC Plant Exchange, where attendees can trade plants with fellow enthusiasts
- Rooted: Artists of LIC: An art exhibition featuring local Long Island City artists presented by Culture Lab LIC.
- Live Music: Presented by Culture Lab LIC.
- Free Plant Clinic: Free plant diagnosis and consultation by Plant Daddy MD.
Free Admission & Access
Entry to the NYC Plant Market is free, with donations welcomed and appreciated. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Advance RSVPs are available at events.humanitix.com/nyc-plant-market.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZERS
Corse Design is an award-winning New York City-based collaborative design studio serving innovative companies and organizations. Corse approaches each project with a focus on purpose, using technology, visual language, and creativity to craft impactful experiences. Learn more at corse.nyc.
Culture Lab LIC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts advocacy organization founded in 2021 in Long Island City, Queens. It is a year-round home for artists, neighbors, and community group, hosting exhibitions, concerts, theater, festivals, and cultural celebrations that reflect the full diversity of New York City. Culture Lab LIC is located at 5-25 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Learn more at culturelablic.org.
MEDIA CONTACT
Nigel Sielegar
contact@corse.nyc
347-537-4088
nycplantmarket.com
@nyc.plantmarket on Instagram
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