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Wednesday, May 25
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 FriendlyThursday, May 26
Locomotive Lawn Live
Join Moosiki Kids outdoor Musical Storytime that fosters a love of reading at a young age with musical stories, a mix of kid and rock songs and sing along encouragement on a comfy, danceable turf lawn right by the big locomotive.
Piano in Bryant Park
Visit the Bryant Park Upper Terrace to hear New York City’s finest ragtime, stride, and jazz pianists. Different musicians featured weekly. See our guide to Bryant Park.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyFriday, May 27
Lower 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 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
Fleet Week at the Intrepid
Celebrate Fleet Week at the Intrepid Museum with a variety of displays, activities and demos including the U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, USO and even some antique military vehicles. All activities on the pier are free. See our guide to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyLive Music at Chelsea Market
Enjoy live music from local musicians at Chelsea Market, which also has great food options and decor throughout the historic spot.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyNavy Band Concert – Times Square
Navy Band Northeast's "Rhode Island Sound" will perform a concert at Military Island in Times Square. Part of Fleet Week.
Suggested Ages: AllSunday, May 29
Columbus Ave Open Streets
Dine on fare from local restaurants and tables set up in car free streets. Enjoy activities for all ages including kids music, artmaking, live music, store discounts, food samples, sidewalk chalk, games and more. Also look for art installations in storefronts.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyRock And Roll Playhouse at Brooklyn Bowl
Dance and sing along to the music of iconic rockers at an interactive and educational live music experience for families at the super cool Brooklyn Bowl. Each week a local professional band covers a deferent beloved artist or genre, from Aretha Franklin to Phish to Alanis Morisette. Loud (bring hearing protection earmuffs for sensitive ears)…
Suggested Ages: AllFriday, June 3
Sing for Hope Pianos on the Plaza
10 Sing for Hope Pianos— each a unique work of art — are gathered are on display top be admired and played before being donated to local schools. See a performance at 12 pm with over 100 youth choristers-- Sing for Hope Youth Chorus, the Senior Chorus from the renowned Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlySaturday, June 4
Bloomingdale School of Music 20th Annual Performathon
Join the Bloomingdale School of Music community for live non-stop performances, music-themed carnival games, prizes, face-painting, a photo booth, cotton candy and more in support of Bloomingdale's mission to provide open access to quality music education.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyLeonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster
See a cinema-sized story about fright, feelings and friendship with puppets, projections, live music and a silly yet clever story by Mo Willems. Leonardo tries so hard to be scary. But… he just isn’t. When he searches far and wide for a friend to frighten, he discovers Sam, who is scared of anything and…
Suggested Ages: 4 to 7First Saturday at Brooklyn Museum
Enjoy engaging and eclectic free art and entertainment for all ages the first Saturday of the month at Brooklyn Museum. Artist Mel Chin celebrates the finale of the Fundred Project—an initiative he founded that, since 2008, has connected hundreds of thousands of kids, communities, and policymakers from across the country to advance actions to…
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlyMonday, June 6
Sing for Hope Monday Melodies
Enjoy live performances by Sing for Hope artist on a beautiful & unique Sing for Hope piano, painted by local artist Lance Johnson, in the striking Oculus. Make a request and enjoy the powerful acoustics of the unique space From 8 am - 7 pm, all are welcome to play on the piano.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult FriendlySunday, June 26
Rock And Roll Playhouse at Rockefeller Center: Beach Boys
Get ready for summer by dancing to the music of The Beach Boys, played live on on the plaza of Rockefeller Center (Radio Park between 50th and 51st/5th and 6th Avenues). Part of a monthly series. Hot drinks and treats will be available. See our guide to Rockefeller Center.
Suggested Ages: AllSaturday, July 16
Rite of Summer Music Festival
Enjoy free outdoor concerts of classical and cutting-edge contemporary music in a huge shaded grassy field where listeners are encouraged to sprawl out on blankets, picnic, and enjoy music al fresco. Performances at 1 & 3 pm. Separate ferry reservations required; see our guide to Governors Island for more info.
Suggested Ages: All, Adult Friendly