The 21st annual Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival will take place Saturday September 19.
According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC):
Dear Roosevelt Island Community,
RIOC and RIVAA are proud to present the Annual Fall for Arts Festival this Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the Meditation Lawn.
This year’s festival celebrates the themes “When I Dream” and “Bridges and Connections” with a full day of arts and cultural programming, including live mural painting, jazz performances, family activities, food vendors, and more:
- Live mural painting featuring original works by local and visiting artists throughout the day
- MSTDA Family Music Class on Meditation Lawn (11:00 AM)
- Jazz performances, including a jam session and a performance by the Marianne Solivan Quartet at Roosevelt Island Public Library Plaza
- Family-friendly arts and activities with Island Kids and the Girl Scouts
- Food vendors and more throughout the festival
All events and activities are free and open to the public.
We can’t wait to see you there!
—RIOC Community Affairs
RIVAA Gallery adds:
WHERE: Meditation Lawn, Roosevelt Island
WHEN: Saturday, September 19 @ 10am
AGES: 3+
ADMISSION: Free (all materials provided)
Join us for a fun, hands-on Kids Craft Workshop led by Constance Tanner. Kids will get to explore their artistic side with a variety of colorful materials.This workshop is presented as part of the Fall for Arts Festival, supported by RIVAA and the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation.Bring the family, enjoy the outdoor crisp autumn air, and make some beautiful art together! See you there!
Jazz on Roosevelt Island
DATE: September 19 (rain or shine)
WHERE: Library Plaza, Roosevelt Island (Rain venue: RIVAA Gallery)
ADMISSION: Free& Open to the public!
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Jazzy Jam Session Kick off the afternoon with live jam vibes!
2:45 PM – 4:15 PM Jazz Concert Featuring the Marianne Solivan Quartet
Take a tour of the 2025 Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival murals
and meet a couple of the mural artists.
More scenes from the 2025 Roosevelt Island Fall For Arts Festival.