Experience NYC’s Outdoor CONCERTS This Summer

Summer in New York comes alive through unforgettable outdoor performances where music, theater, and dance transform iconic parks and public spaces into stages. The Upper West Side is the ideal neighborhood to grab a pre-show bite at a world-class culinary destination before you experience NYC’s outdoor concert scene in the warm air of Central Park or Lincoln Center.

Summer for the City at Lincoln Center (June 10^th – August 8^th)

Before joining the dance floor at Lincoln Center’s Silent Disco, stop by Momofuku Noodle Bar just a few blocks down Broadway for bold, flavor-packed dishes that provide an energizing start to a night full of music and movement.

Summer Jazz Sensations at Dante Park (every Wednesday 12PM-1:30PM, June 24^th – September 16^th)

Pick up a sandwich and a refreshing iced latte at Tartinery, then stroll up to Dante Park on 63^rd St and Broadway where Lincoln Square Bid hosts weekly free jazz performances: the perfect soundtrack for a leisurely al fresco lunch.

SummerStage at Central Park (June 6^th – September 12^th)

Begin your evening at Center Bar, where sweeping views of Central Park provide a stunning backdrop for cocktails and shareable bites before the show. Then make your way into the park for SummerStage, where an eclectic lineup of vibrant performances bring the city to life for a quintessential New York evening.

Shakespeare in the Park at Central Park (May 22^nd – June 28^th)

Enjoy a dinner at Bad Roman, where the lively atmosphere and playfully creative takes on Italian classics set the stage for immersing yourself in Shakespeare in the Park, one of New York’s most beloved summer traditions.

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