The temperature is heating up, which means the New York music scene is too! Summer is the best time to catch up on your new music, with a wave of concerts coming into the city, from big names to emerging artists. And the best news? Many of these NYC summer concerts are 100% free! Check out our favorite picks for free shows all summer long.
Central Park SummerStage
One of the biggest names in NYC summer concerts, SummerStage also offers the most varied lineup around. With musical artists playing soul, funk, salsa, pop, rock, Motown, classical, reggae, hip hop, electronica, dance, gospel, Broadway and more, there is an act for everyone. Although the ticket prices are steep for bigger names, the majority of concerts are free – and is a chance to discover a new talent that blows you away!
Central Park, Manhattan; summerstage.org
Siren Music Festival
The legendary must-see free show on Coney Island returns this year with a killer lineup, including headliners Matt & Kim. Unlike the rest of the NYC summer concerts on this list, Siren is a one-day event, packing a dozen shows into fewer than 12 hours and on two separate stages. Bring your stamina (and a hefty water bottle) for this one.
Coney Island, Brooklyn; siren.villagevoice.com
Gone to Governors
Governors Island is an ideal getaway for any summer day in NYC: rolling lawns, car-free bike paths, water views, and only a 5-minute ferry ride away from Manhattan. Add a free summer concert, and you have a perfect day trip! Gone to Governors hosts bands every Sunday on Water Taxi Beach, where sand is trucked in to give you a shoreline feel. Space is limited, so arrive 1-2 hours in advance to score a coveted wristband. If you miss out, you’ll still get to enjoy the secluded paradise!
Governors Island; thebeachconcerts.com
River to River Festival
More under-the-radar than many of the big festivals, River to River was founded in 2002 to bring music, art, dance and film to outdoor venues around lower Manhattan. Its musical offerings are more eclectic than many other festivals too, with unusual parings like Apples in Stereo with the Brooklyn Youth Chorus. A healthy dose of blues, folk and rockabilly rounds out the lineup.
Lower Manhattan; rivertorivernyc.com
The Pool Parties
The Pool Parties have had their fair share of logistical troubles in their five-year history: First held at the drained and abandoned McCarren Pool in Williamsburg, they were moved to East River State Park when the pool was reclaimed and filled. Despite the new location, the series and electro-heavy bands remain popular with local hipsters, whose outfits might distract your attention from the unparalleled view of the Manhattan skyline.
East River State Park, Brooklyn; thepoolparties.com
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