Earth Day Fun & A Global Tattoo Show | Queens Events This Weekend

QUEENS, NY -- Whether you're a tattoo fanatic or a tree hugger, there's something for everyone to do this weekend in Queens.

Celebrate Earth Day with a free event in Astoria Park or meet your favorite tattoo artists from around the world at one of New York City's largest body ink expos. Here's Patch's roundup of events happening throughout Queens this weekend.

"No Limits" International Tattoo Expo

Neighborhood: Jamaica

What: One of New York City's biggest tattoo shows of the year, this three-day United Ink expo will feature more than 250 world famous artists coming in from all parts of the country and globe. You can purchase a day pass for $25 or a weekend pass for $55, but you must be 18 years or older to enter.

Where: Resorts World Casino NYC, 110-00 Rockaway Blvd.

When: Friday, April 20, 2 p.m. - midnight; Saturday April 21, noon - midnight; and Sunday April 22, noon - 8 p.m.

Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts' 25th Anniversary Celebration

Neighborhood: Jamaica

What: Celebrate BIPA's silver jubilee anniversary with special vocal and singing performances.

Where: Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts, 94-45 Guy R. Brewer Blvd.

When: Saturday, April 21, 7 p.m.

Queens International Night Market 2018 Sneak Preview

Neighborhood: Flushing

What: Be the first to try this year's newest food offerings, including Thai roasted crickets, Moldovan waffle rolls, fried chicken feet skewers, Peruvian jalea and much more. They will be joined by vendors selling Indian jewelry, NYC themed apparel, contemporary art, henna and more. The event will also feature a lineup of entertainment, which you can enjoy from the beer and wine garden. Tickets cost $5 in advance, and 20 percent of the proceeds will go toward NYC charities.

Where: New York Hall of Science, Flushing Meadows Park, 47-01 111th St.

When: Saturday, April 21, 6 p.m. - midnight

Saturday Night Community Dance

Neighborhood: Elmhurst

What: Join Italian Charities of America for a night of dancing, food and fun hosted by live DJ Ray Reggio. Classic, oldies, Italian and Spanish tunes will play all night long and beer and wine will be available for purchase. Tickets are $12 at the door or $10 for members. For more information, call 718-478-3100.

Where: Italian Charities of America, 83-20 Queens Blvd.

When: Saturday, April 21, 8 p.m. - midnight

Earth Day Shore Fest Spring Kickoff

Neighborhood: Astoria

What: Astoria Park Alliance will host a free nature-themed Earth Day event featuring live music, dance performances, environmental education and sustainability videos -including one one building a solar oven - to kick off the 2018 Shore Fest season. Aside from face painting, arts and crafts, relay races, attendees can also taste local honey varieties and get their picture taken in beekeeping gear next to a live honey bee observation hive.

Where: Astoria Park, 9 19th St.

When: Sunday, April 22, 1 - 4 p.m.

Cinderella by Tanglewood Marionette Puppet Workshop

Neighborhood: Flushing

What: The award-winning Tanglewood Marionettes will demonstrate the basics of marionette puppet manipulation to participants, who will be provided with real marionette puppets to practice on for the workshop. Tickets are $8 for adults or $5 for children.

Where: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd.

When: Sunday, April 22, 1 p.m.

31st Street Astoria Spring Festival

Neighborhood: Astoria

What: Head to 31st Street in Astoria for the Kiwanis Club of Astoria's street fair featuring food, shopping, kiddie rides, FDNY fire safety tutorials and more.

Where: 31st Street between Ditmars Boulevard and 21st Avenue

When: Sunday, April 22, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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