Events Search and Views Navigation
Thursday, May 26
Spring at the Atrium
Join Lincoln Center for concerts with artists from across the globe in genres ranging from swing to Afro-Peruvian to opera. Performers change nightly; some are more kid-friendly than others, but the vibe is usually relaxed with space to walk and dance in the back. The indoor space is weather proof but with fountains and plant-covered…
Suggested Ages: 5 to 14+, Adult FriendlyFriday, May 27
Seaport Discovery: Exploring our Waters with Eric Carle
Visit a discovery room of maritime-themed art by the late Eric Carle, beloved creator of picture books for young children, at The South Street Seaport Museum. Huge immersive murals bring families into Carle's book, A House for Hermit Crab, and the cargo-ship adventures of 10 Little Rubber Ducks. Activities include meeting a live hermit…
Suggested Ages: 2 to 8Lower East Side Festival Of The Arts
Theater for the New City presents its 27th annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts, a massive annual performance marathon in the theater plus on the block of East Tenth Street between First and Second Avenues. See hundreds of diverse well-known and emerging artists ranging from theater to dance, music to movies, plus explore…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyFailing Forward
See gasp-inducing first looks at new work by acrobatic dance company STREB Extreme Action Company. Daring dancers hang, spin, swing and circle with a 22 foot I-Beam, 2, 160 pound concrete filled metal pipes and spiked rebar, perform a bungee cord-aided duet of duets and revive rarely seen solos originally performed by founder Elizabeth Streb…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyBryant Park Picnic Performances
Enjoy live and in-person music, dance, and theater events produced in partnership with a diverse and storied lineup of New York City’s performing arts institutions including Carnegie Hall, Jazzmobile, New York City Opera, Classical Theatre of Harlem, Joe’s Pub, Emerging Music Festival, Accordion Festival, Asian American Arts Alliance, Steinway Artists and more. Limited capacity on…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyThe Dance Floor at the Atrium
Dance at the Lincoln Center Atrium, featuring DJ-spun hits and live performances representing the most-loved musical genres of today, including Hip Hop, K-Pop, and the long-awaited return of the ¡VAYA! Latin dance music series. Each night begins with a short dance tutorial. The indoor space is weather proof but with fountains and plant-covered walls giving…
Suggested Ages: 5 to 14+, Adult FriendlySaturday, May 28
New York City Ballet Family Saturday: A Magical Midsummer
Explore George Balanchine’s beloved ballet inspired by Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream featuring feuding fairy kingdoms, quarreling couples, and a troupe of bumbling actors entangled in a magical forest. See excerpts from this charming ballet, hear from the artists who perform it and maybe learn a few fairy moves from your elegant seat. Very engaging…
Suggested Ages: 4 to 12Japan Performing Arts Early Summer Festival
Japan Performing Arts presents Japanese food vendors, performances, a playground area, kimono dressing demonstrations and workshops on Awaodori and Gujo Odori. See our guide to Governor's Island.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyA Midsummer Night’s Dream
George Balanchine’s magical adaption of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream features a lush forest besieged by quixotic love triangles, feuding fairy kingdoms, a hilarious hungry donkey and the cutest dancing butterflies. First act is more action packed than the second, so consider the cheap seats with the option to leave at intermission. Anyone under 30…
Suggested Ages: 5 to 14+Sunday, May 29
Brooklyn United
Watch a high-octane, one-of-a-kind drum and dance corps comprised of 33 Brooklyn public school youngsters ages 5 to 17. In the aftermath of a recent protest, a young man goes on a lively adventure of drumming and dancing to discover what happens to the dreams of victims of senseless violence.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyMonday, May 30
DanceAfrica Family Workshop
DanceAfrica featured company Farafina Kan invites caregivers and children to explore the fundamentals of West African dance movement and music in a fun-filled, hands-on workshop. All ages. Part of DanceAfrica Festival.
Suggested Ages: AllThursday, June 2
Ribbon Dancing
Instructor Margaret Yuen of the Red Silk Dancers guides visitors in the ways of finely flowing traditional Chinese art of ribbon dancing Classes will take place in the heated space of the Overlook and feature music to set the tone. All are welcome and encouraged to participate. Ribbons are provided, but you are welcome to…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyThursday, June 9
Salsa Party at Brooklyn Museum
Celebrate the art of salsa with a monthly series featuring social dancing and performances with Balmir Latin Dance Studio. Start the evening with a class led by professional dancers at 6 pm, then dance the night away with live music and enjoy performances by Brooklyn's best Latin dance teams. Free, but online registration required. See…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlySunday, June 12
ABCirque and Play
Watch an NYC circus troupe juggle, flip, and fly high with aerial acrobatics. Afterwards, audience members of all ages can take center-ring – 45 minutes of show-time are followed by 30 minutes of try-time for all with the pros. Take a swing in an aerial hammock, hula-hoop, juggle and take photos with the stars.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly