USDAN HIP-HOP POOL PARTY

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Thrown by DJ Kool Herc and the "First Lady of Hip-Hop" Cindy Campbell

Grab your bathing suit, shake off your dance moves, and join us on August 8 for what promises to be a party for the history books!

After two years of SOLD OUT events, Usdan Artists in Residence and the founders of Hip-Hop DJ Kool Herc and Cindy Campbell are back to throw another epic pool party at Usdan. Enjoy sets by student DJs along with DJ Hard Hittin' Harry, food from local food trucks, performances, activities, and more!

Please note, all children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. There are no sales on site.

Getting to Usdan & LIRR Shuttle Schedule

Usdan is located at 185 Colonial Springs Road, Wheatley Heights, NY, 11798 and accessible by car or the Long Island Railroad. View directions.

We will have bus shuttles departing the Wyandanch LIRR Station at the 7-Eleven every hour from 11:40 a.m. to 5:40 p.m. and departing Usdan every hour from 1:20 p.m. to 6:20 p.m.

Schedule of Events

All day activities

Food Trucks
Artist Alley
Swimming, lounging, vibing

DJ sets

Schedule coming soon

Classes

Schedule coming soon

Community Partners

NOSH Delivers! KFIP food drive & lunch bag decoration station

Usdan is partnering with NOSH Delivers! to collect food items and decorate lunch bags for their Kids Food Independence Program (KFIP). This program supports kids/families who need meals outside of school (i.e., weekend and summer programs that don’t offer meals). Established to fight hunger during COVID, NOSH now feeds 750+ families a week from the North Shore community (Bayville, Glen Cove, Glen Head, Locust Valley, Sea Cliff). Stop by the table to donate food items and design a lunch bag!

Most needed food items:

Cold Breakfast Mini Cereals (1 oz.)
Ramen Instant Noodles (3 oz.)
Potato Chips, Cheese Curls, or Popcorn Mini-Bags (1 oz.)
Shelf-Stable Whole Milk Mini-Boxes (8 fl. oz.)
Mac and Cheese Macaroni Microwavable Mini-Dinner (2 oz.)

Best Dressed Fashion Competition

Back by popular demand, we are holding a fashion contest! Enter the party in your flyest Hip-Hop looks and snap a photo taken at our official photo corner before changing into your swim attire. To enter the contest, either post a photo of yourself and tag @usdanarts on Instagram with #Usdanfits or have your photo taken.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a rain date?

Yes! It is August 15. We will notify ticket holders ahead of time if the event will be rescheduled to the rain date.

What is your refund policy?

The rain date for the event is August 15, 2025. If the rain date is cancelled, tickets will be refunded. Otherwise, tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Can I bring my own food?

Yes, you can bring your own food to the event. Outside alcohol is not permitted.

Will there be food and drinks available for purchase?

Yes!

Do you provide towels?

No, we do not. Please bring your own towels. We will also have Usdan towels available for purchase.

Will you have lifeguards?

Yes! We will have trained lifeguards on duty.

How many pools do you have?

We have three, interconnected, architecturally-significant round pools.

Is the pool area shaded?

Yes, parts of the pool area are shaded. You can also purchase one of the canopy tickets that provides seating for up to six people under a canopy tent to ensure complete shade.

What should I bring?

We recommend you bring the following with you: sunscreen, bug spray, swim towel, and food — bring your own or buy from our food trucks and concessions.

Are pets allowed?

Only verified service animals are allowed.

Will there be inflatable pool toys? May I bring my own?

Yes! There will be a number of pool toys for kids (and adults!) to share. We ask that you do not bring your own but you may bring floaties for small children who need it to help them swim.

What accessibility accommodations are there?

The event is wheelchair accessible. If you need extra help getting to the Pool from the parking lot, we are able to provide transportation via golf cart for only those who have mobility needs. Additionally, we have a lift for getting in and out of the four foot pool.

Do I have to register in advance for the classes?

No need to register in advance! We will announce when classes are about to start and you can gather at the meeting points.

Class	Session	Major/Minor
Festival Showrunners: Usher, Host & Capture!	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Recreational Camp	1-Week Rec Camp	Major
Chess	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor and Recreational Activity
Performance: Children’s Theater	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Performance: Musical Theater	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Performance: The Usdan Troupe	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Theater Skills: Improvisation & Theater Games	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Theater Skills: The Actor Sings	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Archery	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
U Time	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Yoga	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Nature, Ecology & Design	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Seed to Snack: Edible Gardening	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Absolute Beginner Guitar Minor	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Absolute Beginner Piano Minor	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Chamber Ensemble	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Composition: Classical Music	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Composition: Intro to DJ Basics and the History of Hip-Hop	4-Week A	Minor
Composition: Songwriting	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Concert Band	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Guitar Minor (1-2 Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Jazz Ensemble (Major)	4-Week A	Major
Jazz Ensemble (Minor)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Junior Piano Major (3+ Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Junior Vocal Ensemble	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Orchestra	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Piano Minor (1-2 Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor
Senior Piano Major (4+ Years of Experience)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Senior Vocal Ensemble	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Ballet	4-Week A	Major
Broadway Jazz Dance	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Dance Adventure	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Hip Hop Dance (Major)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Hip Hop Dance (Minor)	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Tap Dance	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Creative Writing	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Creative Writing: Playwriting	4-Week B	Minor
Art Adventure	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Beginner Painting	4-Week B	Minor
Ceramics	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Comic Art	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Jewelry Making: Mixed Media	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
LEGO™ Construction	4-Week A 4-Week B	Minor and Recreational Activity
Painting & Drawing	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Photography	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major and Minor
Portfolio Development	4-Week A	Minor
Sculpture	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Sewing & Fashion Design	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major
Discovery	4-Week A 4-Week B	Major

Hip-Hop Pool Party

USDAN HIP-HOP POOL PARTY

Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Getting to Usdan & LIRR Shuttle Schedule

Schedule of Events

Community Partners

Best Dressed Fashion Competition

Frequently Asked Questions