There’s always lots to do in New York City in the summer. There will especially be a lot going on at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park, where SummerStage will take place. The 2016 lineup for the summer performance series was recently announced, including live music, comedy, acting, as well as screenings and parties. The series takes place from May through August, with one show in September. Most performances are free, though a handful of shows require paid tickets, which range from $35 to $60.
The City Parks Foundation hosts free summer series performances throughout the five boroughs. Visit the City Parks Foundation website for more information.
But check out the full lineup of SummerStage 2016 below.
SummerStage 2016 Free Shows
- June 4 - The Legends Honor McCoy: McCoy Tyner / Ron Carter / Roy Haynes
- June 11 - Cymande / KING / Deva Mahal / DJ Parler
- June 15 - Yiddish Soul: A Concert of Cantorial and Chassidic Superstars
- June 18 - Kamasi Washington
- June 20 - City Parks Foundation Gala Concert & Dinner
- June 21 - Fete de la Musique: CharlElie Couture / Yael Naim / General Elektriks / La Femme
- June 22 - The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital Series
- June 25 - Butler, Bernstein & the Hot 9 / The Hot Sardines / Bria Skonberg and the New York Hot Jazz Festival All-Stars
- June 26 - Comedy Central presents: The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Stand-Up in the Park
- June 27 - Indigo Girls / Lucy Wainwright Roche
- June 29 - Screening: A Ballerina’s Tale / Jeremy McQueen’s The Black Iris Project
- July 2 - Freedom Party® NYC 13 Year Anniversary
- July 3 - King Sunny Adé / Orlando Julius and The Afro Soundz / Rich Medina
- July 6 - Mexrrissey / Los Cafres / La Dame Blanche
- July 8 - León Larregui / Rodrigo Amarante / Grenda
- July 10 - Justin Roberts & The Not Ready for Naptime Players / Mister G / Finding Neverland / Purelements / Gizmo Guys
- July 16 - Taiwanese Waves: Anpu / Wonfu / Sunset Rollercoaster
- July 17 - Paulo Flores / Herencia de Timbiquí / Monsieur Periné / DJ Greg Caz / DJ Manny
- July 18 - The Feelies / Beach Fossils
- July 27 - Complexions Contemporary Ballet / Carolyn Dorfman
- July 30 - Unknown Mortal Orchestra / Empress Of
- July 31 - Rock Steady Crew 39th Anniversary with Nice & Smooth / Bahamadia and more
- Aug. 6 - Monobloco / Cabruêra / Boogarins / DJ Luiz Santos
- Aug. 7 - Igmar Thomas & the Revive Big Band present: A Journey Through the Legacy of Black Culture, produced by Revive Music
- Aug. 10 - Tamar-kali with ASE Dance Theatre Collective / Nathan Trice Rituals
- Aug 14 - Mbongwana Star / Batida / Young Paris / Okayafrica Electrafrique feat. DJ Underdog
- Aug. 17 - DJ KS 360 & Full Circle Souljahs Presents: Behind The Groove / Soul Connected / Raphael Xavier
- Aug. 21 - Sweet Micky / MHD / Erick La Peau
- Aug. 28 - GoldLink / Backyard Band / DJ Spicoli
- Aug. 31 - Chicago The Musical: 20th Anniversary Concert
SummerStage 2016 Paid Shows And Prices
- May 16 - Cage the Elephant / Portugal. The Man / Broncho - Central Park Rumsey Playfield - Sold Out
- May 17 - Cage the Elephant / Portugal. The Man / Broncho - Central Park Rumsey Playfield - $45 - $50
- May 18 - Rudimental / Gorgon City - $39.50 - $40
- June 13 - Barenaked Ladies / Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark / Howard Jones - $52
- July 20 - Ryan Adams & The Shining - $59.60
- July 24 - Flight of the Conchords sing Flight of the Conchords - Sold Out
- July 25 - Mass Appeal: Live at the BBQ - TBA
- Aug. 3 - Phillip Phillips / Matt Nathanson / A Great Big World - $46 - $50
- Aug. 8 - Jerry Garcia Symphonic Celebration featuring Warren Haynes - $47.50
- Aug. 13 - The Go-Go’s Farewell Tour - $50 - $60
- Sept. 23 - Lucius / JD McPherson / Big Thief - $35
