What is it?
CITYSIT is a temporary silent place in an unexpected urban space. It’s an opportunity to experience nothing and everything. We curate moments that invite observation and build community.
Explore ways to sit + play with us. Discover new ways of noticing and connecting through shared silence and surprise activities.
We host in-person and online events so that we can include everyone everywhere. Let us create a customized experience for you or your group.
Our new and improved app is on the way too. Sign up to receive event and app notifications.
Where is it?
CITYSIT makes space everywhere. Over the years, experiences have been created for galleries, museums, stores, cafes, offices, public spaces and more.
Our first event was in an unfinished retail space. A circle of eight 200 lb ice blocks melted throughout the day. Over 200 water jars and candles lined storefront windows. Doors open, we experienced urban silence then interacted with the environment and each other.
We’ve hosted group events in the U.S. and Europe plus personal experiences on our app all over the world. We can keep it simple or go all out. Where we will show up next?
Who is it?
CITYSIT launched in 2009 as a series of pop-up events in Austin, Texas. Our idea was to ‘rebrand’ meditation - make it fun, do it more and try it together. Over the years, our small group of artists, architects and ambassadors have created experiences in local businesses and public spaces.
In 2011, we went global with one of the first meditation apps, traveling around Europe to test features and spread the word. In 2026, we are launching v2.0 with a streamlined interface and more interactivity.
Curious about collaborating? Reach out to share your experience. Contact us about opportunities to partner or host.
Why is it?
CITYSIT exists to make space for fresh perspectives. In coming together, we open up to new narratives and create room for unexpected experiences. Similar to traveling, our minds open and our world expands.
We encourage each other to practice. Regular sits build resiliency, patience and creativity. Plus, they reduce stress, decrease drama and increase physical health. We help each other tune in and tune up by re-membering…
show up
start noticing
stay curious
have fun
