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.

Schedule Of Events:

11:00 a.m.–12:30 a.m. - Summer on the Hudson: Nature Explorers - "Bee" My Friend!
Arts and crafts, storytelling, and nature-focused workshops for kids!
Location: 102nd Street Field House (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

1:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m. - Summer on the Hudson: Play Dates featuring Zing
Fun for family and friends at this outdoor party featuring a children’s entertainer, arts & crafts, and neighborhood fun.
Location: 125th Street and Marginal Street (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan

2:30 p.m.–6:00 p.m. - Summer on the Hudson: Global Water Dances
Join Global Water Dances New York and the Musical Seeds Project in participatory activities to advocate for safe water for all.
Location: Locomotive Lawn (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan

3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. - Summer on the Hudson: Shakespeare Workout
Covering the elements of voice production, acting and stage combat. Open to participants ages 13 and up.
Location: Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument (in Riverside Park), Manhattan

8:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. - Summer on the Hudson: Star Gaze
Expert stargazers from the Amateur Astronomers Association help us observe stars and planets.
Location: Pier I (in Riverside Park South), Manhattan