(FREE) Say It Louder: Juneteenth & Pride Open Mic and Art Gathering
About this Event
Here's the updated Eventbrite description:
A free community night in New York City that actually feels good is rare.
Say It Louder is a Juneteenth and Pride gathering built for Black and queer artists, performers, neighbors, and anyone who has felt underrepresented in this city. Live music, a DJ, poetry, comedy, crafts, food, drinks, and a room full of people who are warm, open, and glad you walked in. The kind of night where you feel included the moment you arrive.
We are aiming for 75 people and RSVPs help us get there. If you want to be in the room, claim your spot early.
We are gathering at Saint James Libations in Bushwick, a Black and queer women owned wine bar that feels like a living room with better lighting and better drinks. The venue has a 75 person minimum and a food and beverage goal, so every person who shows up is directly supporting the space. RSVPs, donations, and drink or food purchases help us meet that goal and keep the event free for everyone.
Expect live music that feels alive, poetry that hits, comedy that loosens everyone up, a DJ who keeps the room moving, and a community that is kind, welcoming, and ready to meet you. Free crafts, a giveaway, and space to talk, create, and connect without pressure.
The last gathering brought in more than 50 people. People were laughing, making art, sharing work, and drifting into conversations that felt natural instead of forced. Many arrived alone. Most left with new friends. One performer said it was the first time in the city they felt the room truly heard them.
If you are not Black and you are wondering whether this space is for you, you are welcome to join us with care. If showing up feels hard, a quiet donation still supports the community.
Home by 8 PM, having actually had a good night. That is the offer.
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Support Small Business
This Juneteenth and Pride event in Bushwick supports a small Black and queer women owned business and centers Black creativity, queer joy, live music, poetry, comedy, and rising NYC artists. It is a free New York City community art gathering with crafts, performances, and an easy night out for people looking for connection, inclusive creative spaces, local culture, and upcoming artists in Brooklyn.
Agenda
?: 02:00 PM
Early Arrival + Soft Open
Info: Arrive early and ease into the space before the crowd builds. This is a slower, more intimate window to settle in, meet people naturally, and support Saint James Libations at your own pace.
?: 03:00 PM
General Arrival + Sign Ups
Info: The room begins to fill. Grab a drink, connect with the energy, and if you plan to perform, make sure to secure your spot. This is where the atmosphere starts to come alive.
?: 04:00 PM
Open Mic Round 1
Info: The first wave of voices takes the mic. Expect honesty, vulnerability, and powerful storytelling as the room settles into listening and witnessing.
Community Break + Bar Support
Info: Take time to move, talk, and connect. Support the bar, explore the art, and meet the people around you. This is where strangers start to feel familiar.
Open Mic Round 2
Info: The energy deepens. Performances build momentum, and the room becomes more responsive, more connected, and more alive.
?: 07:00 PM
Event Close
Info: The event winds down. Stay a bit, connect, and continue supporting the space as the night transitions out.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 10.00
