Concerts

Take in some tunes in New York City's great outdoors. Musicians from around the world perform everything from opera to hip hop to world music, all in a park near you.
Concerts Events
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Summer on the Hudson: Children's Performance Series featuring Lucy Kalantari & the Jazz Cats
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Music, storytelling, and theater for young audiences up to age 7.
Free!
Kids

Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Queens Jazz Trail Concert: Vincent Herring & Steve Turre: Coltrane @ 100
at Baisley Pond Park, Queens 
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Experience the vibrant legacy of jazz in the heart of Queens this summer!
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Mycelium - A Solar-Powered Concert
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
This solar-powered musical performance weaves orchestral textures with modern jazz influences.
Free!

Friday, July 17, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Bryant Park Picnic Performance: Carnegie Hall Citywide: Nathan & the Zydeco Cha Chas
at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture.
Free!

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Garden Wisdoms & Earthly Sounds
at Pleasant Village Community Garden (in ), Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Learn about herbal remedies, making incense, compost and summer vegetable cooking. Then listen and dance to world music in the vibrant and peaceful vibes of the garden.
Free!
RTA Summer Sunset Concert Series featuring The Slim Kings
at 96th Street Tennis Courts (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Waterfront sunset concerts sponsored by the Riverside Tennis Association.
Free!

Sunday, July 19, 2026
Jazz in the Park at Ralph Ellison
at Ralph Ellison Plaza, Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, community jazz concerts featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists.
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Amplified Sundays featuring Dawn Drake and ZapOte
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Live music accompanied by spectacular sunsets over the Hudson River.
Free!

Monday, July 20, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Big City Folk in Greeley Square Park
at Greeley Square Park, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
See New York City’s finest singer-songwriters showcase their newest work, presented by Big City Folk and hosted by songsmith Niall Connolly.
Free!

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Sunset Sounds
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
The Jazz Foundation of America presents two evenings of live waterfront music featuring renowned bandleaders playing a variety of jazz and Latin styles
Free!

Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Hippo Playground Summer Concerts featuring Michael Napolitano
at Hippo Playground (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Riverside Playground Partners presents their annual summer concert series!
Free!
Kids

Sunset Wednesdays 2026
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.

Thursday, July 23, 2026
Summer on the Hudson: Children's Performance Series featuring Joanie Leeds
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Music, storytelling, and theater for young audiences up to age 7.
Free!
Kids
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Queens Jazz Trail Concert: Arturo O'Farrill
at George Seuffert, Sr. Bandshell (in Forest Park), Queens
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Experience the vibrant legacy of jazz in the heart of Queens this summer!
Free!
Friday, July 24, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Bryant Park Picnic Performance: Carnegie Hall Citywide: NYC Ska Orchestra
at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture.
Free!

Saturday, July 25, 2026
RTA Summer Sunset Concert Series featuring Richard Baratta
at 96th Street Tennis Courts (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Waterfront sunset concerts sponsored by the Riverside Tennis Association.
Free!

Sunday, July 26, 2026
Jazz in the Park at Ralph Ellison
at Ralph Ellison Plaza, Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, community jazz concerts featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists.
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Amplified Sundays featuring Chispa
at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Live music accompanied by spectacular sunsets over the Hudson River.
Free!

Monday, July 27, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Big City Folk in Greeley Square Park
at Greeley Square Park, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
See New York City’s finest singer-songwriters showcase their newest work, presented by Big City Folk and hosted by songsmith Niall Connolly.
Free!

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Folk Jams in Greeley Square Park
at Greeley Square Park, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Whether you're picking along to bluegrass jams, joining in with the kalimba orchestra, or lending your voice to an impromptu choir, become a part of the music of the city at Folk Jams.
Free!

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Hippo Playground Summer Concerts Featuring Esther Crow
at Hippo Playground (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Riverside Playground Partners presents their annual summer concert series!
Free!
Kids

Sunset Wednesdays 2026
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.

Thursday, July 30, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Queens Jazz Trail Concert: John Yao Big Band
at Bowne Park Field House (in Bowne Park), Queens
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Experience the vibrant legacy of jazz in the heart of Queens this summer!
Free!
Friday, July 31, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Bryant Park Picnic Performance: Carnegie Hall Citywide: El Laberinto del Coco
at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture.
Free!

Summer on the Hudson: Friday Night Jams featuring Christine Chanel
at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Get out to the park and kick off the weekend with some local sounds at this monthly musical get-happy hour.
Free!
Saturday, August 1, 2026
RTA Summer Sunset Concert Series featuring The Brooklyners
at 96th Street Tennis Courts (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Waterfront sunset concerts sponsored by the Riverside Tennis Association.
Free!

Sunday, August 2, 2026
Jazz in the Park at Ralph Ellison
at Ralph Ellison Plaza, Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Berta Indeed presents “Let the Music Play”, community jazz concerts featuring an array of local musicians and vocalists.
Free!

11BC Serenity Garden Presents Mary Edwards
at 11 BC Serenity Garden, Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join us at the garden for a soundscape performance by Mary Edwards!
Free!
Monday, August 3, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Big City Folk in Greeley Square Park
at Greeley Square Park, Manhattan
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
See New York City’s finest singer-songwriters showcase their newest work, presented by Big City Folk and hosted by songsmith Niall Connolly.
Free!

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Hippo Playground Summer Concerts featuring Suzi Shelton
at Hippo Playground (in Riverside Park), Manhattan 
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Riverside Playground Partners presents their annual summer concert series!
Free!
Kids

Sunset Wednesdays 2026
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Wave Hill’s annual summer tradition brings five exciting performances Wednesday evenings to our Great Lawn.

Thursday, August 6, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Queens Jazz Trail Concert: Wycliffe Gordon
at Beach 94th St. Amphitheater (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Queens
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Experience the vibrant legacy of jazz in the heart of Queens this summer!
Free!
Friday, August 7, 2026
Piano in Bryant Park
at Upper Terrace (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
12:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
New York’s finest playing ragtime, stride, and jazz
Free!

Bryant Park Picnic Performance: New York City Opera
at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan 
7:00 p.m.–8:15 p.m.
Bryant Park Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America is a free outdoor festival that welcomes all New Yorkers to experience the city’s vibrant arts and culture.
Free!
