Concerts

A singer strikes a pose onstage while performing outdoors.

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

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from June 4, 2026 to October 31, 2026

Friday, August 7, 2026

Aug 7

Summer on the Hudson: Sunset Sounds

at 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
The Jazz Foundation of America presents a spirited sunset concert.
Free!

Saturday, August 8, 2026

Aug 8

RTA Summer Sunset Concert Series featuring Durieux

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 9, 2026

Aug 9

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!

Monday, August 10, 2026

Aug10

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!

Aug10

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 11, 2026

Aug11

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!

Aug11

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, August 12, 2026

Aug12

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!

Aug12

Hippo Playground Summer Concerts featuring Flor Bromley

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!

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Thursday, August 13, 2026

Aug13

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!

Aug13

Queens Jazz Trail Concert: Wallace Roney Jr.

at St. Albans Park (in Archie Spigner 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, August 14, 2026

Aug14

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!

Aug14

Bryant Park Picnic Performance: New York Guitar Festival

at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–9:30 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, August 15, 2026

Aug15

Summer on the Hudson: Fly NYC

at Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan

12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Music and kites fill the air at this festival for all ages celebrating simple fun. Kite kits are provided free for kids (while supplies last) or bring your own favorite kite from home.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Aug15

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!

Aug15

Bryant Park Picnic Performance: New York Guitar Festival

at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.–9:15 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!