Activity host or Performer - Gotham Park

Overview

Gotham Park, in partnership with Welcome to Chinatown, invites performers and cultural practitioners to participate in its 2026 Mid-Autumn Festival, a free three-day celebration bringing food, art, and community together in Lower Manhattan.

Dates & Times

• Friday, October 2nd
• Sunday, October 4th
• (Saturday, October 3rd is largely filled)
• Available time window: 1:00 PM–7:00 PM

Participate In Two Ways

• Perform: Share a performance reflecting Asian culture and heritage — dance, music, martial arts, storytelling, and more are welcome.
• Host an activity: Lead a hands-on cultural activity such as paper-folding, calligraphy, tea ceremony, or another cultural celebration close to your practice.

Requirements

• Open to performers, artists, and community groups of all backgrounds and disciplines
• Performance or activity should connect to Mid-Autumn Festival themes: community, harvest, gathering, movement, light, or celebration
• Available for October 2-4, 2026
• Comfortable performing outdoors in a public park setting
• Able to provide own equipment or communicate any equipment/space needs in advance (power, tables, sound, etc.)
• All content must be free and open to the public, family-friendly, and appropriate for a multi-generational audience
• Willing to be listed/promoted with a short bio, photo, and social handles

How to Apply

• A brief note expressing your interest in participating
• Your availability — which date(s) (October 2–4) and time frame within the 1:00 PM–7:00 PM window
• A short summary of your proposed performance or activity
• Your standard rate or fee range

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