Human Connection Arts is proud to announce the 2nd annual Sugar Hill Arts Festival taking place on Sunday, July 21st at Jackie Robinson Park in Harlem, NYC! This free public art event promotes creativity, unity and acceptance by connecting artists, musicians, and the community.

20 incredible NYC artists will each create a 40″ x 40″ canvas painting, in full public view. The theme of the paintings are Things That are Invisible. The paintings will be juried.

1st Place: Impact Award

2nd Place: Purpose Award

3rd Place: Community Choice Award

Painting takes place from 9am to 5pm. All art supplies will be provided (except brushes); canvas, paint, easel. Artists are welcome to bring their own supplies.

The festival also includes creative activities for people of ages!

  • Live Chalk Art Performance
  • Live Tape Sculpture Performance
  • Face Painting
  • Community Chalk Art Drawing
  • Community Canvas Painting
  • Live Bands & DJ throughout the day

Join us as an artist, sponsor or volunteer!


Artist Application

Join our group of talented artists creating live canvas paintings in full public view in the heart of Harlem, NYC.

Get Involved

Join the Sugar Hill Art Festival as a sponsor or a volunteer.