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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
Monday, September 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!
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, September 8, 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, September 9, 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!
Thursday, September 10, 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: Dance Party All-Stars Alfredo de la Fé All Star Band and George Gee Swing Orchestra
at Bryant Park Lawn (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
7:00 p.m.–9:00 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!
Friday, September 11, 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!
Sunday, September 13, 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!
Monday, September 14, 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, September 15, 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, September 16, 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!
Thursday, September 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!
Friday, September 18, 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!
Sunday, September 20, 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!
Monday, September 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!
Tuesday, September 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!
Wednesday, September 23, 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!
Thursday, September 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!
Friday, September 25, 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!
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Open Bluegrass Jam Sessions
at East Fourth Street Community Garden, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Come to East 4th Street Community Garden for an Open Bluegrass Jam Session, weather permitting. Bring your guitar, ukulele, banjo, etc., and join in! All skill levels and ages are welcome.
Free!
Sunday, September 27, 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!
Monday, September 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!
Tuesday, September 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!
Wednesday, September 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!
Thursday, October 1, 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!
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Summer on the Hudson: Little Red Lighthouse Festival
at Little Red Lighthouse (in Fort Washington Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Celebrate Manhattan’s only remaining lighthouse with the Urban Park Rangers!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Charlotte Mayerson's Overlook Concerts
at 116th Street Overlook (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Riverside Park Conservancy presents the Fall edition of Charlotte Mayerson’s Overlook Concert series.
Free!
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!
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Charlotte Mayerson's Overlook Concerts
at 116th Street Overlook (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Riverside Park Conservancy presents the Fall edition of Charlotte Mayerson’s Overlook Concert series.
Free!
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!
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Charlotte Mayerson's Overlook Concerts
at 116th Street Overlook (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Riverside Park Conservancy presents the Fall edition of Charlotte Mayerson’s Overlook Concert series.
Free!
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!
Sunday, October 25, 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!
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Hippo Playground Halloween Parade
at Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
The annual Hippo Playground Halloween Parade invites kids to put on your favorite costume and join the fun.
Free!
Kids
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