Join us on Saturday, September 27th at 8:00 A.M. for an exciting day of fun, fitness, and community as we celebrate the 6th Annual Jamaica Q 5K! Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is all about coming together, staying active, and supporting a great cause. Plus, the course is USATF certified, ensuring a professionally measured and exciting race experience!

Every year, our community convenes to celebrate the beginning of fall with our Fall Festival. Join us September 19th for food and shopping.

The Fall Festival is free to attend, and open to New Yorkers of all ages.

The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) concluded their 5 borough BID convening in Queens where they identified ways we can all work together to deliver for local businesses with City of New York.

The Downtown Jamaica Partnership hosted the 82nd Street Partnership, GatewayJFK, Long Island City Partnership, Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District, and Woodhaven BID.

This spring we are partnering with local fitness instructor, Monice Small, to bring accessible, low-impact  and free exercise classes to our community. The perfect way to start your commute, or begin your day in Downtown Jamaica!

Calling all DJQ residents, business owners, and advocates!

Join us at our Annual Meeting, taking place Wednesday, June 3rd from 9:30-11 AM ET. We’ll provide updates on upcoming neighborhood plans, while you mingle with DJQers, vote on official business, and munch on yummy snacks. 

This spring we are partnering with local fitness instructor, Monice Small, to bring accessible, low-impact  and free exercise classes to our community. The perfect way to start your commute, or begin your day in Downtown Jamaica!

Join Deputy Speaker Dr. Nantasha Williams and District 27 for Community Clean-Up Day on Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Choose from three locations: 99th Avenue Corridor in Hollis, Rufus King Park, or Linden Blvd Exit/Cross Island Parkway. Bring your neighbors, roll up your sleeves, and make a difference in your community.

Sign up here or contact Cduncan@council.nyc.gov or 718-776-3700 for more info.

More information coming soon…….

Don't miss this installment of Thursday Night Jazz featuring a can't miss performance by George Cables!

George Cables has emerged as a major voice in modern jazz. In his musical career, Cables has prowled sidestreets and main thoroughfares, absorbing countless influences into his personal style. He has performed and recorded with some of the greatest jazz musicians of our time, including: Joe Henderson, Art Blakey, Sonny Rollins, Dizzy Gillespie and many more.

Join us on Saturday, September 27th at 8:00 A.M. for an exciting day of fun, fitness, and community as we celebrate the 5th Annual Jamaica Q 5K! Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is all about coming together, staying active, and supporting a great cause. Plus, the course is USATF certified, ensuring a professionally measured and exciting race experience!

Every year, our community convenes to celebrate the beginning of fall with our Harvest Festival. Join us September 20th for food and shopping.

The Harvest Festival is free to attend, and open to New Yorkers of all ages.

Join us at King Manor Museum’s Annual Cocktail Party Fundraiser, an evening of history, celebration, and community spirit!

Raise a glass in the historic home of Rufus King (1755–1827),framer of the Constitution and antislavery Senator. Enjoy over two hours of open bar, live music, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, games with prizes, museum tours, and a once-in-a-lifetime Constitution Day surprise!

Want to get more involved? Event sponsorships begin at just $250, a great opportunity to showcase your business to thousands of visitors from Queens and beyond.

Your support helps us welcome over 7,000 schoolchildren each year, and with upcoming renovations in 2027, you'll help bring the museum into schools and senior centers across the city.

Let’s toast to the past—and the future!

This year's honoree:

WHITNEY BARRAT

President, Downtown Jamaica Partnership BID

King Manor's newest exhibition Jamaica | Jamaica explores the history of Jamaican immigration to New York City and the lasting impact of Jamaican culture on the local community. 



The event will be held in the South Lawn in front the museum and will feature:

• DJ Killa Boo

• A chance to see the new Exhibition Jamaica | Jamaica

• Live musical performances

• Authentic Caribbean cuisine from local food vendors

• Guest speakers

• Caribbean marketplace

JCAL's signature music series—Riddim Section and Thursday Night Jazz—collide for a must-see culminating festival! Come join us for a day filled with amazing music and good vibes at Rufus King Park. Get ready to groove to the rhythm of live music in the heart of DJQ!

Our annual Downtown Jamaica Riddim and Jazz Festival will feature an exciting lineup of artists in jazz, soul, salsa, and more.

Performers include:

• Jaleel Shaw

• Miki Yamanaka

• Bartlett Contemporaries

• Steven Oquendo

Curated by Wanda Best, the Beyond Familiar exhibition incorporates visual representations reflective of the Pop Art movement. The goal of the exhibit is to see your unique perspective on growth in a creative and lively manner that reaches outside your comfort level. Go beyond your familiar boundaries. The interpretation of "growth" can be personal, observational, or represent a natural progression of change.

Featured artists include:

• Adama Nanguin Coulibaly

• Aisha Wilson

• Alethia Brown

• Celine Mai Seehase

• Daphne Busby

• Deshea M. Best

• Eesha Suntai

• Eric Grandison

• Jocelyn Marie Goode

• Julia Shaw

• Natali Bravo Barbee

• Reginald Rousseau

• Sev Reverem

• The Entropy AKA: Bianca Nandzik

• Zahied Tony Mohammed

What do we need? Cleaner tree pits! When do we need them? July 10!

Join the Downtown Jamaica Partnership and other DJQers invested in making our streets greener and cleaner at our next community clean up day. As a token of our thanks, all participants will walk away with a DJQ swag bag, filled with our latest merch.

Shaping the Future of the Borough and Beyond 

Join us at ICSC LOCAL QUEENS for an exclusive opportunity to connect with community and business leaders driving the borough’s economic momentum and urban revitalization. A panel of industry experts will discuss redevelopment trends across New York City, and what is next for Queens. 
Networking reception with refreshments and hors d’oeuvres, as well as an optional tour of The Monarch*, an exciting mixed-use project in the heart of Jamaica, will immediately follow the panel.

*Pre-registration for the tour of The Monarch is required. To sign up, please select this option when registering for ICSC LOCAL QUEENS. Transportation will be provided for this tour.

Calling all DJQ residents, business owners, and advocates!

Join us at our Annual Meeting, taking place Wednesday, May 28th from 4 - 5:30 PM ET. We’ll provide updates on upcoming neighborhood plans, while you mingle with DJQers, vote on official business, and munch on yummy snacks.