Community Week Open Garden

Hey there! Come join us in person for the Community Week NYC Open Garden. It's the perfect chance to explore the Carroll Hall garden, meet neighbors, and enjoy some fresh air. Whether you're a plant lover or just looking for a chill day out, this event is for you! Don't miss out on the fun and good vibes—bring your friends and family along!

Every Wednesday, Carroll Hall opens its doors so our neighbors and community can step into something rate: A quiet, unexpected garden hidden behind a brick wall in East Williamsburg.

Come to sit, wander, breathe, read, or simply be. Whether you are seeking solitutde, a gentle conversation, or a moment to connect with nature, Open Garden is yours for two hours at no cost.

Free and open to all. Registration is required, as space is limited.

This event is part of Community Week NYC (May 9-17, 2026) - a citywide celebration of social connection. Explore all events so you can find your people at www.communityweek.nyc.

A few things to keep in mind

This is a shared space, and a living one. To help it stay beautiful for everyone:

• Stay on the paths — please don't walk across plant beds, disturb the soil, or remove any leaves or plants.
• Leave pets at home — our garden wildlife thanks you. Guide animals are always welcome; please clean up after them.
• Keep it quiet — hushed voices and headphones for music, please.
• No tagging — express your creativity in other ways.
• Dispose of drinks and waste in the receptacles provided; please don't pour anything into the beds or fountain.
• Keep your belongings close — Carroll Hall isn't responsible for lost or stolen items.
• Children are warmly welcomed — please keep them accompanied and help them follow the garden's guidelines.

If you'd like to book Carroll Hall for a private event or photo shoot, we'd love to hear from you. Please email us at [email protected].

Carroll Hall is a rare and unexpected event space featuring a botanic garden in Brooklyn. Ultimately, our garden is the heart of Carroll Hall; the promise of a quiet moment outside is our grounding force. The venue is available for all types of private events from art exhibits, performances, and film shoots to corporate functions, weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, and birthday parties.

Learn more at www.carrollhall.com.

Community Week NYC is a citywide celebration of belonging that spotlights the organizers, spaces, and communities connecting New Yorkers.

Learn more at www.communityweek.nyc

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Carroll Hall, 2 Vandervoort Place, Brooklyn, United States

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