Art Arena™ Summit

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May 29–30, 2025

The Rockaway Hotel | Queens, NY

Join us for the launch of Art Arena Powered by WOAH , a new cultural platform connecting women artists and athletes to foster creativity, connection, and leadership.

Over two days at The Rockaway Hotel, we'll bring together leaders across art, sport, and business to discuss the current landscape of athletics and creativity, exchange ideas, and kick off summer. Through engaging conversations and immersive experiences, we'll highlight the work of those shaping our cultural world and celebrate the power of collaboration.

Thursday, May 29
  • Changemakers: Behind the Scenes in Sports and Art Panel Discussion with Shana Stephenson, Chief Brand Officer of New York Liberty; Kyla McMillan, Director of The Armory Show; Jessica Robertson, Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer at TOGETHXR; moderated by Emma Hinchcliffe, Senior Writer at Fortune Magazine
  • Live Podcast hosted by CNN’s Cari Champion
  • Special Championship Banner unveiling by Mickalene Thomas
  • Mural activation and community engagement with sonia louise davis, in collaboration with WNBA All-Star Breanna Stewart
  • And an evening live performances by Lady Wray on the Sun Deck
  • Interlude performances throughout, in partnership with YoungArts
Friday, May 30
  • Mindful Movement and Pilates with Nike Trainer Monice Small
  • Panel discussion with Lindsay Kagawa Colas, EVP of Wasserman; Marilyn Minterartist; moderated by Lindsay Peoples, Editor in Chief at The Cut
  • Closing poolside celebration on Friday afternoon

And much more. Stay tuned for our rolling programming announcements.

This is more than a summit—it's a vibrant gathering where culture evolves, art flourishes, music resonates, stories rise, and our community comes together.

Reserve your spot. General Admission and VIP tickets are available now.

Book your room at The Rockaway Hotel with code ARTARENASTAY for a discounted rate on Thursday, May 29th.

The Rockaway Hotel
108-10 Rockaway Beach Dr, Queens, NY 11694

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