Summer on the Hudson

Summer on the Hudson is NYC Parks' annual outdoor arts and culture festival that takes place in Riverside Park from 59th Street to 153rd Street. With a mix of music concerts, dance performances, movies under the stars, DJ dance parties, kids shows, special events, wellness activities, and more there is something for everyone! All programs and events are free to the public and registration is not required unless specifically stated in event information.

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Summer on the Hudson Events

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from October 1, 2026 to December 22, 2026

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Oct 3

Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation

at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan

12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see and learn about the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck.
Free!

Oct 3

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!

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Sunday, October 4, 2026

Oct 4

Summer on the Hudson: Sketch Jam

at W 72nd Street and Riverside Drive (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Bring your favorite art supplies to this observational drawing event led by artist and illustrator Ishita Jain. Some basic supplies provided.
Free!

Oct 4

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!

Oct 4

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!

Oct 4

Sunset Celebration: 250th Peace Conference Anniversary Fundraiser

at Almer G. Pavilion (in Conference House Park), Staten Island

4:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Join The Conference House Association for a Sunset Celebration on the Waterfront!

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Monday, October 5, 2026

Oct 5

Works in Public Opening: 145th Street

at 145th and the Hudson River (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

1:45 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
The Art Students League of New York and the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to the opening of Works in Public in Riverside Park at 145th Street.
Free!

Oct 5

Works in Public Opening: Riverside Park South

at Locomotive Lawn (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan

3:45 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
The Art Students League of New York and the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation invite you to the opening of Works in Public in Riverside Park South.
Free!

Friday, October 9, 2026

Oct 9

Summer on the Hudson: Forest Bathing

at River Run Playground (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Join us and reconnect with nature on a guided walk led by certified Forest Therapy Guide Lori Klamner.
Free!