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SUMMARY:Spoon / Ratboys / Bodega / Alisa Ali
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line entry\, complimentary beverages\, air-conditioned restrooms\, and more. \nSpoon\, Austin’s most esteemed rock ambassadors\, have released ten albums to date including a string of five straight top 10 records: Ga Ga Ga Ga Ga (2007)\, Transference (2010)\, They Want My Soul (2014)\, Hot Thoughts (2017)\, and Lucifer on the Sofa (2022). The latter earned the band its first-ever GRAMMY nomination (Best Rock Album) and was praised by Rolling Stone as “the best thing they’ve ever done.” Look for hits from the revered catalog and more when the band play SummerStage in Central Park. They’re joined by Ratboys\, a prolific rock band once dubbed “the nicest indie rock band in Chicago” by Pitchfork. They’re touring behind their sixth album Singin’ to an Empty Chair\, a record built around a dialogue between Steiner and a close—but estranged—loved one\, which swerves between bubbly power-pop and post-country Americana. Opening the show is Brooklyn’s own BODEGA\, the anti-consumerist rock band\, jagged post-punk energy and social critique\, whose new album will be coming out via Chrysalis Records later this Fall. Alisa Ali will DJ for the evening.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/spoon-ratboys-bodega/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T210000
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SUMMARY:Duck Down Music presents: Heltah Skeltah & O.G.C. of Boot Camp Clik\, Nocturnal & Da Storm 30 Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Duck Down Music and the Boot Camp Clik represent an era of New York City hip-hop that focused on the hardworking tenacity of the scene\, prioritizing bars over bling. In their late-’90s heyday\, the imprint released nine albums including classics from Smif-N-Wessun and Black Moon. The first music to emerge from their label deal with Priority Records would be from newcomers Heltah Skeltah (Rock and the late Sean Price) & O.G.C. (Starang Wondah\, Louieville Sluggah\, and Top Dog)—first as the supergroup the Fab Five in 1995\, and later the following year as separate groups. This show in Bedford-Stuyvesant celebrates the 30th anniversary of those 1996 debuts: Heltah Skeltah’s Nocturnal & O.G.C.’s Da Storm\, two albums that explore the city’s edges with sparse beats and cutting wordplay.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/duck-down-music/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T220000
DTSTAMP:20260708T172544Z
CREATED:20260428T155056Z
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SUMMARY:Shaggy's Yaad: Shaggy with Special Guests Robin Thicke / Tanto Metro & Devonte / Rayvon / Noah Powa / NESTA / Amber Lee / Matthew Malcolm / Shuga
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line entry\, complimentary beverages\, air-conditioned restrooms\, and more. \nFresh off the release of his new album Lottery\, global reggae icon Shaggy brings an all-star lineup to Central Park for Shaggy’s Yaad\, a free\, all-ages celebration of Caribbean music and culture. Presented by VP Records and Shaggy’s Boombastic Radio (SiriusXM Channel 332) as part of our40th anniversary season\, the concert will feature performances by Robin Thicke\, Tanto Metro & Devonte\, Rayvon\, Noah Powah\, NESTA\, Amber Lee\, Matthew Malcolm\, and Shuga\, alongside special guests\, DJs Tropical Blendz and Afrique\, and hosts DJ Norie\, Roxy Romeo and Li’l Nat. Inspired by the Jamaican concept of “yaad” (home)\, the event brings together music\, culture and community for an unforgettable summer night in the heart of New York City.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/shaggys-yaad-live/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T220000
DTSTAMP:20260707T152341Z
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SUMMARY:Nora En Pure Presents PURIFIED / Andhim / Kidnap / Corren Cavini / Jack Emery
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line entry\, complimentary beverages\, air-conditioned restrooms\, and more. \nSince beginning her music career in 2009\, Nora en Pure has brought her globally renowned talents to festivals including Coachella\, Burning Man\, and Tomorrowland. Her breakthrough track\, 2013’s “Come With Me\,” catapulted her into the spotlight\, leading her to produce official remixes for artists such as Faithless\, Above & Beyond\, Eelke Kleijn and Sofi Tukker. Her production prowess and eye for detail have earned her the nickname “Queen of Deep House.”
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/nora-en-pure/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T210000
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SUMMARY:Mereba / Mack Keane / Arima Ederra / Half Moon
DESCRIPTION:In just 10 short years\, the German music performance platform COLORSxSTUDIOS has evolved from a simple idea—showcasing emerging artists through stripped-down live performances with a minimalist\, monochrome aesthetic—into one of the most influential live-music platforms on the internet. For this show in Bed-Stuy’s Herbert Von King park\, they invite to the heart of Brooklyn a trio of cutting edge artists on the cusp of breaking out. Mereba\, a talented singer and songwriter with a deep connection to the American South who effortlessly flits between hip-hop\, folk\, and progressive R&B\, has already recorded with both big indies (Secretly Canadian)\, major labels (Interscope)\, and Dreamville’s Spillage Village collective. Her debut 2019 LP The Jungle Is The Only Way Out was co-produced by Samuel Hoffman and 9th Wonder. She’s joined by Mack Keane\, the Los Angeles native emerging as a leader of the next wave of R&B. His self-produced 2025 project Entries demonstrated his command of songwriting and storytelling\, earning him a spot opening for Destin Conrad on the Love On Digital Tour. He has since partnered with Star Trak Entertainment – the label behind some of the most defining sounds in R&B – and is gearing up to release his debut album Wide Eyed on May 8. Opening the show is Arima Ederra\, who imbued melancholy with bursts of sunshine on her debut LP An Orange Colored Day; her latest album A Rush to Nowhere takes a morose ‘80s rock sentimentality to bolder and darker places. With DJ sets from Half Moon\, the hip internet radio station turned music media platform and “new age cultural institution” with its finger on the pulse of Black dance music in New York City.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/mereba/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T210000
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SUMMARY:MIKE's Young World: Max B / Thirteendegrees° / ERISTHEPLANET / SALIMATA / Niontay / Black Noi$e / MIKE with The Band of the Century
DESCRIPTION:As rapper and curator MIKE’s career has grown from teenage phenom into budding label owner\, so has the size of his tent. His annual Young World festival emerged from the intimate Abrons Art Center in lower Manhattan into the sprawling block party it’s become today\, taking over a sizable portion of Bed-Stuy’s largest park. This year MIKE curates a line up headlined by Max B\, the legendary Harlem MC who rose to prominence in the mid 2000s. Despite a 16 year incarceration from 2009-2025\, he maintained a strong influence on hip-hop’s sound and a cult-like fanbase that’s global\, but most pronounced in his hometown of NYC. For the first time in front of a wide audience\, MIKE will be backed by “the Band of the Century” – the band he developed for his NPR Tiny Desk concert. Cutting-edge genre pioneers Thirteendegrees°\, ERISTHEPLANET\, SALIMATA\, Niontay\, and Black Noi$e will also perform. 
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/mikes-young-world-26/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T200000
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SUMMARY:Bilal / GENA / DJ Tara
DESCRIPTION:Presented with the legendary Apollo Theater\, this evening brings together boundary-pushing voices in R&B and soul. A foundational member of the loose late-’90s hip-hop/R&B collective the Soulquarians\, Bilal has an effortless\, understated swag. It oozes from every track of his 2001 debut 1st Born Second\, a retro yet fresh take on soul music at the turn of the century. He’s gotten more experimental as he’s grown\, collaborating with artists such as Kimbra\, Otis Brown III\, Kat Dahlia\, Slum Village\, and Kendrick Lamar on his third album To Pimp a Butterfly. Bilal’s latest release is Live at Glasshaus\, a live recording from an intimate\, career-spanning performance with Questlove\, Robert Glasper\, and Burniss Travis as his backing band. He’s joined by GENA\, a new project from the dynamic R&B artist Liv.e and renowned producer/drummer Karriem Riggins; their name stands for God Energy\, Naturally Amazing\, indicative of their improvisationally ordained approach to making music. On the ones and twos is DJ Tara\, host of misc. on The Lot Radio\, and co-founder of Donuts are Forever\, the longest running J Dilla tribute and fundraiser in the world.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/bilal/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T220000
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SUMMARY:Bastille Day: Black M / Laurent Voulzy / Legends of the 80’s / Michel Polnareff
DESCRIPTION:For Bastille Day\, the Consulate General of France in New York imports four distinct acts from across the French pop landscape. Headlining is Black M\, French-Guinean rapper and member of the world-renowned group Sexion d’Assaut. Known for his animated personality and tongue-twisting rhyming style\, he broke out as a solo artist with the 2014 album Les yeux plus gros que le monde\, and has collaborated with artists such as Shakira (“Comme Moi”)\, Manu Dibango\, and Amadou & Mariam. He’s joined by Laurent Voulzy\, one of the most successful and critically acclaimed composers in contemporary French pop who has only become more prolific with age. Often working in tandem with longtime collaborator Alain Souchon\, Voulzy is known for an obsessive attention to detail in the studio\, crafting sophisticated melodies and rich arrangements. Also featured\, Legends of the 80’s\, a group of some of the most legendary French artists of the ‘80s. They’ve been touring as a unit for more than two decades\, sharing nostalgia and a love of one of France’s most popular eras in music. Finally\, Michel Polnareff\, the enigmatic French singer and composer best known for his 1966 hits “La Poupée qui fait non” and “Love Me\, Please Love Me\,” who has found success writing pop hits\, film scores\, and music for the stage.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/bastille-day-26/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T220000
DTSTAMP:20260715T205044Z
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SUMMARY:Morocco: From Dakhla to Casablanca: Hoba Hoba Spirit / Hamid El Kasri / Dakhla Casa Xpress / Mr ID / NDRK
DESCRIPTION:Doors for tonight’s show have been delayed until 6PM due to extreme weather.  \nWant to see the show from the best seats in the house? Become a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy express entry\, complimentary beverages\, air conditioned restrooms\, and more! \nIn association with the Moroccan Ministry of Youth\, Culture\, and Communication\, the Council of the Moroccan Community Abroad\, and Maroc Festivals\, SummerStage brings a handful of artists showcasing the diversity of sounds and rhythms from the North African nation to Central Park. Headlining is Hoba Hoba Spirit\, a Moroccan rock band from Casablanca that fuses rock\, reggae and Gnawa (a Sufi style brought from West Africa) into a sound they call “haiha”—evoking the controlled chaos and randomness of their live experience. They joined by Hamid El Kasri\, a Gnawa master trained in the Chemeli style with a distinctively deep and rich voice who performs with the three-stringed bass guembri; Dakhla Casa Xpress beginning with the stillness and warmth of the desert\, and building toward the electric energy of the city; Mr ID\, the DJ and producer who brought American rap beats\, funk rhythms and the spirit of Jazz back home with him to Morocco\, where he fused the sounds with violin airs and African percussion; and NDRK\, a rising star on the dance floors of Marrakech\, Casablanca\, and Dubai\, who also produces gems like the track selected as the anthem for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/morocco-from-dakhla-to-casablanca/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T220000
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SUMMARY:Mavis Staples / Brother Wallace / LaGuardia High School Gospel Ensemble / Luv
DESCRIPTION:Due to the progressively worsening Air Quality Index in Central Park\, tonight’s show has been cancelled to protect the safety of our staff\, artists\, and guests. Stay safe and we hope to se you at another show. \nMavis Staples has been performing for eight decades. At 86 years old\, she’s known as one of the most enduring figures in American music\, earning inductions into multiple halls of fame (blues\, rock\, and gospel)\, was a Kennedy Center Honoree\, and winner of numerous GRAMMY awards\, including one for lifetime achievement. With her return to SummerStage\, she’s sure to perform the hits alongside new tracks from her 15th solo album Sad and Beautiful World. She’s collaborated with nearly every major figure of her many eras\, from Bob Dylan to Prince\, Aretha Franklin\, and Willie Nelson. Opening the evening is Brother Wallace\, a force of modern soul and gospel sound. Most recently\, he’s collaborated with The Heavy guitarist Dan Taylor to build a body of work built on his electrifying brand of soul music. The LaGuardia Gospel Ensemble explores the rich history and enduring legacy of gospel music\, tracing its evolution from the early 20th century to today while honoring its roots in the Black Church and the struggle for social change. Through powerful performances\, the ensemble celebrates one of America’s most influential musical traditions while fostering artistry\, community\, and the next generation of performers.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/mavis-staples/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T210000
DTSTAMP:20260717T185128Z
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SUMMARY:De La Soul / Pete Rock
DESCRIPTION:At the dawn of the ‘90s\, when the most popular hip-hop was neck-deep in intimidating street tales\, New Yorkers De La Soul offered an alternate take\, striving for peace and harmony with creative rhyme styles on their critically acclaimed debut 3 Feet High and Rising. Prince Paul’s heavily sample-based production style and inventive skits remain massively influential\, even as hip-hop aesthetics have shifted from the jazz\, soul\, and classic R&B sounds he drew from. The group continued to evolve\, leaving behind the flowery aesthetic that mistakenly branded them as “hippies” for a darker tone on records like De La Soul is Dead and Buhloone Mindstate. Though this current lineup is without Trugoy the Dove—who passed in 2023—the group has experienced a resurgence of interest with new 2025 release Cabin in the Sky. They’re joined by Bronx legend Pete Rock\, producer and occasional MC best known for his collaborations with CL Smooth (“They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)”) and his production work on classic albums by Nas\, AZ\, Rakim\, and his cousin Heavy D. Widely considered one of the most renowned hip-hop producers of the ‘90s\, his hazy\, jazz-centric sample style is both distinctive and widely influential. His recent studio collaboration with Common\, The Auditorium Vol. 1\, earned him a GRAMMY nomination last year.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/de-la-soul-pete-rock/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T220000
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SUMMARY:(POSTPONED) Anjunadeep: Open Air New York City: Because of Art / Durante / Ezequiel Arias / James Grant & Jody Wisternoff / Marsh / Romain Garcia / SunrYse
DESCRIPTION:Due to extreme weather conditions\, tonight’s Anjunadeep Open Air New York City on 7/18 has been postponed to a new date. We will share an update as soon as possible. Your current tickets will be automatically valid for the new date\, or if you cannot make the new date\, refunds will be available at your point of purchase. Please contact your point of purchase for any questions. \nFounded in 2005\, Anjunadeep is the supergroup Above & Beyond’s label\, dedicated to highlighting deeper\, more progressive sounds in the club and electronic music scene. With a catalogue spanning nearly 15 years\, the label has brought artists such as Lane 8\, Ben Böhmer\, Dusky\, and Eli & Fur to the world stage. Their shows have drawn audiences from Brooklyn to London\, selling out across 15 countries and five continents with their friendly\, welcoming\, and always bumping party vibe. With releases that range from melodic house\, electronic\, ambient\, to techno\, the diversity and integrity of the label’s sound has earned Anjunadeep a fiercely loyal following around the globe and a reputation as one of dance music’s most respected imprints. For their show in Central Park\, they’re sure to bring some of their best beats.  
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/anjunadeep/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T220000
DTSTAMP:20260718T151018Z
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SUMMARY:(CANCELLED) DJ Rekha's Basement Bhangra Beyond: Jaz Dhami / Mitika Kanwar / Babbulicious / Rajuju / DJ Rekha + special guests
DESCRIPTION:Due to the incoming weather predicted of severe storms in Queens this evening\, tonight’s Basement Bhangra show with DJ Rekha has been cancelled. \nFor the fourth consecutive year\, cultural instigator DJ Rekha takes the energy of their legendary Basement Bhangra party beyond the club walls with a multi-genre live show\, infusing sounds of hip-hop\, dancehall\, and diasporic grooves to the World’s Fair grounds at Queens’ Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. This year’s lineup is anchored by British-Indian singer Jaz Dhami\, known for redefining the face of Punjabi music through hits such as “High Heels\,” “Zulfa\,” “Beparwaiyan\,” and his latest single “Saviour.” Also featured is Mitika Kanwar\, whose unique blend of Punjabi lofi folk and R&B includes collaborations with Sidhu Moosewala\, Nucleya\, and Talwiinder. Babbulicious\, a Punjabi-Canadian singer and multidisciplinary artist\, brings a joyful energy with crowd favorites like “Gaddi Red Challenger\,” recently performed at New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s inauguration. The lineup is rounded out by DJ Rekha\, who\, alongside master Bhangra dancer Kala Sher and special guests\, delivers a ground-shaking\, full-body experience reflecting the eclectic vibe of the World’s Borough.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/dj-rekhas-basement-bhangra-beyond/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T220000
DTSTAMP:20260722T154435Z
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SUMMARY:Complexions Contemporary Ballet / Paul Taylor Dance Company / LaTasha Barnes’ The Jazz Continuum presents The Look of Love
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line privileges\, complimentary beverages\, and air-conditioned restrooms.  \nThe Joyce Theater brings three contemporary dance companies to Central Park\, celebrating Jazz music through a wide range of styles. SummerStage alum Complexions Contemporary Ballet\, founded in 1994 by Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson\, will perform Rhoden’s latest company premiere Midnight Riff\, which celebrates legendary female vocalists including Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughn\, set to recordings by New York Voices. Led by Artistic Director Michael Novak\, The Paul Taylor Dance Company\, founded in 1954\, makes its festival debut with the vibrant work by Resident Choreographer\, Robert Battle\, Under The Rhythm\, set to music by Ella Fitzgerald\, Wycliffe Gordon\, and more. Finally\, multi-Bessie award winner (2021/2023)\, New York Times-lauded “Queen of Social Dance” and celebrated Best Dance & Breakout Star (2021) LaTasha Barnes is an internationally awarded and critically-acclaimed artist-scholar\, curator\, choreographer\, and tradition-bearer of Black American Social Dance\, co-based in Phoenix\, AZ\, and New York. Barnes presents an excerpt from her full-length solo “The Look of Love” that reflects on how love has shaped her life. Performed with a live band\, this piece blends recorded voices from her chosen “Framily” into the soundscape\, which Barnes experiences as a deeply embodied\, physical sensation. Through hip-hop\, swing\, house\, and funk\, she creates a heartfelt love letter to her influences—and a promise to those who came before her to love boldly and without fear. \nOne of the only theaters built by dancers for dance\, The Joyce Theater has garnered a well-deserved international reputation for cultivating and honoring emerging and established dance artists whose work represents a wide range of aesthetic interests. Since opening in 1982\, The Joyce has supported the dance community by providing a home for more than 400 domestic and international companies and by offering an annual 45 to 48-week season which\, each year\, allows more than 150\,000 audience members to experience diverse\, popular and challenging performances. \nThe Joyce’s invaluable commitment to artists and audiences extends beyond the immense volume of work taking place on its stage. In an effort to make dance accessible to audiences throughout New York City\, The Joyce has also expanded its reach beyond its Chelsea home through off-site presentations at venues ranging in scope from Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater\, to Brooklyn’s Invisible Dog Art Center\, and to outdoor programming in such spaces as Hudson River Park. \nThe Joyce anticipates many more years of success in sustaining dance by building robust\, educated audiences who share a love of the art form and embrace its enduring power.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/complexions-contemporary-ballet/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T220000
DTSTAMP:20260331T164910Z
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SUMMARY:Maccabi House: Adam Ten and Mita Gami / Darco / Malive / Monobase
DESCRIPTION:General on-sale: Friday\, April 3 at 2PM \nKnown for their rhythm\, sonic chemistry\, and raw emotion\, Adam Ten and Mita Gami’s sets have delighted audiences from Burning Man to Coachella. Their collaborations\, like the recent release “Million Pieces”\, are built for the dancefloor. To SummerStage\, they’re bringing their collective Maccabi House featuring friends and collaborators Darco\, Malive\, and Monobase\, presented by Stranger Than.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/maccabi-house/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T220000
DTSTAMP:20260722T180840Z
CREATED:20260428T155045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T180840Z
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SUMMARY:Afro-Latinas: Susana Baca / Luedji Luna ft. Liniker / Lady G / Mai-Elka Prado ft. Lush Song Collective / DJ Agent DMZ
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line privileges\, complimentary beverages\, and air-conditioned restrooms.  \nSummerStage has teamed up with Festival Latinidades and Afro-Latino Festival NYC to spotlight some of the world’s most talented Afro-Latina musicians. The lineup features Luedji Luna\, one of the leading voices in contemporary Brazilian music\, celebrated for her powerful artistry and commitment to amplifying Black narratives\, alongside a very special guest: the outstanding Liniker. The two Latin GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriters collaborated on “Harém\,” a soulful track that has garnered hundreds of thousands of plays. Also appearing is Susana Baca\, the Peruvian singer-songwriter\, educator\, folklorist\, ethnomusicologist\, and three-time Latin GRAMMY winner who once served as Peru’s Minister of Culture. Rounding out the bill is Afro-Latino Festival founder and singer-songwriter Mai-Elka Prado\, performing with the Brooklyn-based Lush Song Collective. \nTo know more about the Festival Latinidades\, click here. \nTo support the Afro-Latino Festival of New York\, click here.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/afro-latinas/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T220000
DTSTAMP:20260729T233431Z
CREATED:20260428T155044Z
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SUMMARY:Julieta Venegas / Lasso / Micro TDH / DJ Anamaria Sayre
DESCRIPTION:The venue has reached capacity and doors are now closed for this show. Memberships purchased today or outside of the venue do not guarantee entry to tonight’s show. \nA sampling of Spanish-language pop hits Central Park\, in association with the Latin Alternative Music Conference. GRAMMY-winning Mexican singer-songwriter Julieta Venegas has been a mainstay of Mexican pop since her breakout 2003 LP Sí\, a lovestruck collection of sun-drenched hits that’s been described as “relentlessly perky.” She’s best known for the catchy pop found on that record and its follow-up Limon y Sal\, but the one-time member of ska band Tijuana No! debuted with the significantly edgier rock en español records Aqui and Bueninvento\, and has written songs for and performed with a wide range of Latin artists\, from Paulina Rubio and Mala Rodríguez to Miguel Bosé and Los Tigres del Norte. She’s joined by the Venezuelan singer and composer Lasso\, known for his brand of Latin pop\, rock\, and romantic ballads; his 2011 debut album Sin Otro Sentido made him an overnight star in Venezuela (and landed him a starring role in a TV soap opera). He would later win the Best Pop Rock Latin GRAMMY for “Ojos Marrones” in 2023.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/julieta-venegas/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T210000
DTSTAMP:20260701T175936Z
CREATED:20260428T155038Z
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SUMMARY:La India & MD Bobby Allende / DJ Tony Touch / DJ Lucho
DESCRIPTION:Linda Viera Caballero quickly made a name for herself as La India\, one of the biggest voices in salsa. But before Celia Cruz would dub her the “Princess of Salsa\,” she got her start in the South Bronx\, where she was a founding member of the Latin Freestyle group TKA\, and cut a solo record with Freestyle legends John “Jellybean” Benitez and her husband “Little” Louie Vega. After “Llegó La India via Eddie Palmieri\,” she blossomed into salsa royalty and never looked back\, going on to work with Cruz and Tito Puente\, and winning Best Salsa Album Latin GRAMMY for her album Intensamente India Con Canciones De Juan Gabriel. She’s joined by DJ Tony Touch of The Originals on the ones and twos.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/la-india-bronx-26/
LOCATION:Bronx
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T220000
DTSTAMP:20260729T135340Z
CREATED:20260428T155024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T135340Z
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SUMMARY:UBB 40th Anniversary Celebration: BreakBeat Lou & Lord Finesse / Diamond D / Grand Puba / Sadat X / Nice & Smooth / Peter Gunz / DJ Boogie Blind
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line privileges\, complimentary beverages\, and air-conditioned restrooms.  \nFew records—if any—have had as much impact on music as the Ultimate Breaks and Beats compilation assembled by BreakBeat Lou and BreakBeat Lenny in 1986. By collecting what they called the “foundational” breakbeats – the very records DJs looped for breakdancers at the earliest hip-hop park jams and block parties\, they created not only an essential tool for DJs\, but also an accidental archive of hip-hop’s DNA. For this 40th anniversary celebration of the original compilation—of which only 25 volumes were released between 1986 and 1991— Breakbeat Lou is joined by members of the Bronx’s legendary Diggin’ in the Crates crew\, Lord Finesse and Diamond D. As pioneers of a distinct New York sound\, their work helped define the golden era of hip-hop production and lyricism that would soon resonate nationwide. Rounding out a line up filled with SummerStage alumni are Grand Puba and Sadat X of the acclaimed socially conscious rap group Brand Nubian; the iconic duo Nice & Smooth\, best known for their single “Hip-Hop Junkies\,” their feature on Big Daddy Kane’s “Pimpin Ain’t Easy\,” and their unforgettable appearance on Gang Starr’s “DWYCK”; and Peter Gunz\, whose collaboration with Lord Tariq\, “Deja Vu (Uptown Baby)” became a late-90s anthem—sampling the unmistakable groove of Steely Dan. Completing the celebration is a set by DJ Boogie Blind\, known for his affiliations with the legendary X‑ecutioners as well as the Diggin’ in the Crates collective. Together\, these artists represent the culture\, creativity\, and crate-digging spirit that helped transform a DJ tool into one of hip-hop’s most influential musical documents. \nLive graffiti will be done on site by James Top\, Kingbee & Stem Ynn. \n  \nPre show panel: Free with RSVP  \nRock Steady \nOn the heels of Rock Steady For Life: Bringing Breakdancing to the World\, SummerStage hosts a monumental book event celebrating the global legacy of the Rock Steady Crew. The evening centers\non an intimate panel diving deep into hip‐hop history\, style\, survival\, and the untold stories behind Richard “Crazy Legs” Colón’s highly anticipated new book — a rare chance to experience the culture in conversation with the people who built it. \nRichard “Crazylegs” Colón – Panelist \nRichard “Crazy Legs” Colón is a Bronx-born Hip Hop pioneer and the longtime President of the legendary Rock Steady Crew. Widely celebrated as the most iconic Latino figure in Hip Hop history\, he helped elevate breaking to a global art form through his signature style and appearances in landmark films like Flashdance and Beat Street. His legacy is preserved in the Smithsonian Institution\, and he continues to educate worldwide as a member of the Cornell University Hip Hop Collection Advisory Board. Also a dedicated humanitarian\, he founded the Rock Steady For Life nonprofit for Puerto Rico relief. His highly anticipated book\, Rock Steady For Life: Bringing Breakdancing to the World (Rizzoli)\, releases in Fall 2026\, chronicling his unmatched journey with forewords by Big Daddy Kane and Russell Peters. \nLuis “Breakbeat Lou” Flores – Panelist \nEditor and extender of Ultimate Breaks & Beats (UBB)\, the iconic 25‐volume vinyl compilation series released between 1986 and 1991 on Street Beat Records\, created with Leonard “BreakBeat Lenny” Roberts. These records collected and lengthened classic drum breaks from late‐’60s and ’70s funk\, soul\, rock\, and disco — becoming a foundational sample source for golden‐age hip‐hop producers and influencing countless artists from Public Enemy to DJ Premier\, Dr. Dre\, and beyond. \nThe Delgado’s Podcast – Moderator \nA culture‐based platform dedicated to highlighting creators and artists whose work has made a significant impact in their fields. Known for organic\, in‐depth interviews where storytelling\, perspective\, and lived experience are front and center\, the host will guide a fireside‐style dialogue with Crazy Legs and guests — surfacing the personal\, historical\, and cultural layers behind Rock Steady For Life.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/ubb-40th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T210000
DTSTAMP:20260729T151617Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration for JDL of the Cold Crush Brothers: Doug E. Fresh & Funk Flex Second Annual Hip-Hop Appreciation Park Jam: Live Performances by Cold Crush Brothers / T-Ski / Keni Burke and more / The Soulsonic Force / Music by Funk Flex and DJ M U
DESCRIPTION:“Human beatbox” Doug E. Fresh is one of the pivotal figures of hip-hop\, who can accurately imitate drum machines and effects with just his mouth and a microphone. His early collaborations with Slick Rick — ”The Show” and “La Di Da Di” — are among the genre’s foundational hits. Funk Flex is more than just a DJ. He’s a hip-hop institution\, a radio and club mainstay who has helped some of New York’s biggest artists and hits break out and continues to keep his finger on the pulse of hip-hop and R&B. These SummerStage alums are back with an old-school park jam reminiscent of hip-hop’s humble and joyous beginnings\, celebrating the art form in which they’ve invested their lives\, in the borough in which it was born. Live performances from Cold Crush Brothers\, T-Ski\, Keni Burke\, and more. \nLive graffiti will be done on-site by James Top\, Kingbee & BG 183. \n 
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/doug-e-fresh-funk-flex/
LOCATION:Bronx
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T165410Z
CREATED:20260428T155010Z
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SUMMARY:GHANAFEST-NY: Edem / Andy Dosty
DESCRIPTION:The annual tradition of GhanaFest-NY once again brings its celebration of Ghanaian culture and heritage to the residents of New York City. This year’s event features music from popular Ghanaian rapper Edem\, who debuted in 2009 with The Volta Regime and won the Best International Act-Africa at the 2015 Black Canadian Awards. The video for his 2016 song “Nyedzilo” was nominated for three WatsUp TV Africa Music Video Awards. On the ones and twos is Andy Dosty\, the Ghanaian DJ and radio presenter with Ghana’s Multimedia Group Limited; he’s hosted Daybreak Hitz on Hitz FM since 2017.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/ghanafest-ny-edem-andy-dosty/
LOCATION:Bronx
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T220000
DTSTAMP:20260801T223253Z
CREATED:20260428T155033Z
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SUMMARY:Trueno / Milo J / J Noa
DESCRIPTION:The venue is now at capacity and doors are closed. \n  \nWant to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! Enjoy skip-the-line privileges\, complimentary beverages\, and air-conditioned restrooms.  \nMemberships bought the day of a show do not guarantee entry — RSVP confirmation required.\nA trio of rising Latin hip-hop stars head to Central Park for this show\, presented in association with the Latin Alternative Music Conference. Of the various figures in the red hot Argentinian rap scene\, none has shined brighter than Trueno\, the son of Uruguayan rapper Peligro and a veteran of the scene’s battle rap circuit. His early appearance on producer Bizarrap’s freestyle show BZRP Freestyle Sessions launched him to nationwide fame and helped establish the show as a chart-topping vehicle\, landing the pair at the number one spot on Argentina’s Hot 100. He’s since released several solo albums\, collaborated with the likes of Bad Gyal\, Feid\, and J Balvin\, and is responsible for one of the Argentinian rap scene’s biggest hits in 2020’s “Mamichula.” He’s joined by Milo J\, who leveraged his viral hit “Milagrosa” into collaborations with Nicki Nicole\, Duki\, and Peso Pluma; he also benefited from an appearance on Bizarrap’s YouTube series\, which led to the pair’s collaborative EP En Dormir Sin Madrid. His latest LP La Vida Era Más Corta saw him take a hard left turn into art-pop\, fusing Argentine folklore with urban and experimental sounds. Opening the show is the dynamic Dominican rapper J Noa\, a nimble-tongued MC with a rapid-fire flow who stunned the world at her NPR Tiny Desk performance\, her first outside of her own neighborhood in the Dominican Republic.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/trueno-milo-j-j-noa/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T220000
DTSTAMP:20260730T155841Z
CREATED:20260428T155040Z
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SUMMARY:WayV / THE EITHER / Chopstix
DESCRIPTION:For a century\, China Institute of America has been dedicated to deepening the world’s understanding of China. In celebration of their Centennial\, SummerStage brings two takes on the future sounds of Chinese pop to Central Park. The K-pop boy band NCT is so massive that it’s become its own ecosystem\, spinning off members into their own sub-groups that establish their own voice. WayV are the fourth such to spin off—and its first China-based collective—recording pop songs that fuse hip-hop and dance with R&B-stylized vocals sung in Mandarin since their 2019 debut EP The Vision. They’re joined by THE EITHER\, formed in New York in 2017. Their sound — Post-Orientalism — rebuilds Eastern elements for today\, blending electrified traditional instruments\, Chinese opera-inspired vocals\, progressive rock energy\, and compositions with a strong Eastern melodic identity into a bold\, future-facing performance. \n The Member RSVP Deadline for WayV (8/2) is Friday\, 7/31 @ 6pm. Memberships bought the day of a show do not guarantee entry — RSVP confirmation required.\n  \nEntry FAQ for WayV / The Either / Chopstix\n  \nWill there be a ticketed/wristbanding system for entry?\nAs with all SummerStage free events\, entry will be first-come first-serve. We will issue wristbands beginning at 11:00 AM on show day\, August 2\, 2026.  \nWhen are attendees allowed to line up?\nLines will open at 11:00 AM on August 2 at 72nd St & Fifth Ave. Wristbands will be handed out on a first-come first-serve basis. These bands will guarantee entry. Do not buy\, sell\, or transfer your wristband – they are free\, non-transferable\, and void if obtained off-site or tampered with.  \nOnce you receive your wristband\, keep it on and untouched all day. At 4:00 PM\, if you have a wristband\, you are permitted to come back and line up outside the venue for entry. Wristbands guarantee entry for the first hour of doors 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM\, after which the venue will open for any remaining attendees if space permits. \nA general admission line for entry will also be available at the venue starting at 4:00PM for those without wristbands\, first-come\, first-served. Waiting in this line does not guarantee entry. Once this line exceeds capacity\, the general line will be closed for entry. \nCamping is strictly prohibited in Central Park. We will not allow lining up before 11:00 AM or camping overnight. Any camping or lines that attempt to form on Fifth Avenue or outside of doors will be dispersed by venue security or NYPD\, including after 4:00 PM if there is believed to be a safety risk. \nDo not block the Fifth Avenue sidewalk or crosswalks — follow all staff instructions. \nWhat is permitted inside the venue?\nPlease follow the list of permitted items on our website FAQ. You are allowed to bring: \n\nFood\nFactory sealed plastic bottles and non-glass reusable bottles\nStrollers\nHats\, sunglasses\, your phone – basic things you need to enjoy your time at SummerStage!\n\nDo not bring large bags\, banners\, poles\, or professional signs. \nAre lightsticks allowed?\nYes\, lightsticks are allowed inside the venue during this event. Lightsticks must not exceed 10 inches in length. \nWill Capital One cardholders be permitted express entry?\nDue to the expected demand for this show\, there will not be a Capital One cardholder express entry line at door time\, but instead a select number of guaranteed entry wristbands for Capital One cardholders only will be distributed simultaneously at the 11am wristband distribution. Only one (1) wristband will be distributed to each cardholder and must be applied to that person’s wrist. Cardholders must present their Capital One card or show their bank account with a valid photo ID. \nCapital One cardholders who receive a wristband can return at 4:00 PM and join the entry line at the main SummerStage venue entrance. \n— \nFor real-time weather and Day of Show updates\, announcements will be made via Instagram\, X\, Facebook\, and our website. Please stay tuned.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/wayv-the-either-chopstix/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T220000
DTSTAMP:20260801T171543Z
CREATED:20260428T155038Z
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SUMMARY:Andrew Bird with Wordless Music Orchestra 20th Anniversary Performance of "The Mysterious Production of Eggs" / Surma
DESCRIPTION:The violinist\, singer\, songwriter\, and composer Andrew Bird has stretched the musical boundaries of folk in an eclectic career that spans 18 albums\, developing a multi-layered sound with diverse instrumentation. His most defining work is arguably 2005’s The Mysterious Production of Eggs\, which demonstrated an avant-pop sophistication with a mastery of elaborate loops\, multi-tracked violin\, and his remarkable prowess as a whistler. Bird has headlined shows at iconic venues such as Carnegie Hall\, the Sydney Opera House\, Walt Disney Concert Hall\, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre\, but he’ll celebrate the 20th anniversary of that record at SummerStage in Central Park with the Wordless Music Orchestra conducted by Hannah Schendel\, performing the record for the first time in its entirety alongside a full orchestra\, followed by a suite of fan-favorites from his nearly 30-year repertoire. Surma’s presentation is presented with support from the Arte Institute. Learn more about Arte Institute at https://arteinstitute.org/. \n  \nPre-Show Panel: Free with RSVP \nNote that this panel will take place at The Arsenal building\, a short walk from the SummerStage venue in Central Park.  \nFoundational Voices: The People Who Built SummerStage \nEvery institution has an origin story\, but few have been shaped by as many hands\, and as much heart\, as SummerStage. As the festival marks 40 years of free performances in New York City’s parks\, this panel brings together the Directors whose vision and instincts built SummerStage from the ground up. From the shows that almost didn’t happen to the moments that put the festival on the map\, they’ll share the stories behind the stage — how they found the talent\, took the risks\, and helped create a New York summer tradition.  \nJoin us for a candid conversation with the foundational voices who made it all possible. \nPANELISTS: \nJoe Killian\, Erica Ruben\, Bill Bragin\, and Alexa Birdsong \nMODERATOR: \nJoe Lynch\, Billboard Executive Digital Director\, East Coast
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/andrew-bird/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260730T200013Z
CREATED:20260428T155014Z
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SUMMARY:Funk Flex Birthday R&B Picnic: Jon B / Fonda Rae / Taana Gardner / Strafe / Dres From Blacksheep / DJ M U / Music by Funk Flex
DESCRIPTION:Funk Flex has been spinning hip-hop and R&B across NYC’s airwaves for the better part of four decades\, becoming a hip-hop institution. His R&B picnic in Central Park celebrates his birthday and this year he is bringing some R&B heavy-hitters for a not-to-be-missed throwback show. They include Jon B\, a platinum-selling R&B artist discovered by Babyface whose first three LPs climbed the Billboard 200 album chart and whose collaboration with 2Pac\, ”Are U Still Down\,” was among the late rapper’s final recordings; Fonda Rae\, an American R&B singer best known for her club hits like “Over Like a Fat Rat” and “Touch Me”; Taana Gardner\, who saw early success in disco with West End Records in the late ‘70s-early ‘80s\, and whose 1981 single “Heartbeat” was famously remixed by Larry Levan into a staple at the Paradise Garage; Strafe\, aka Brooklyn native and producer Steve Standard\, who is best known for the 1984 single “Set It Off\,” which has been extensively sampled in hip-hop\, house\, and techno circles; and Dres\, best known as one half of the duo Black Sheep\, the Native Tongues group whose debut LP A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing remains a foundation of New York City’s early ‘90s boom-bap era. Joining Flex on the ones and twos spinning records between sets is his fellow Hot97 DJ M U.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/funk-flex-birthday-rb-picnic/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260722T193911Z
CREATED:20260428T155059Z
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SUMMARY:Funk Flex Birthday Fest: Crystal Waters / Cynthia / Frankie Cutlass / Force MDs / Sunshine Anderson / Greg Nice/ CL Smooth
DESCRIPTION:When you’re a personality as big as Funk Flex\, you celebrate your birthday all weekend. This party\, on the second day of the New York hip-hop institution’s birthday weekend\, features another collection of legacy acts from Funk Flex’s considerable sphere of influence. The headliner is Crystal Waters\, the house and dance music singer known for hits like “100% Pure Love” and house staple “Gypsy Woman (She’s Homeless).” She’s joined by Cynthia\, the Puerto Rican freestyle singer who had a hit with her Johnny O collaboration “Dreamboy/Dreamgirl” and her cover of the Stylistics’ “Break Up to Make Up”; Frankie Cutlass\, a member of Funk Flex’s DJ collective The Flip Squad whose hook from his classic single “Puerto Rico” became a staple of Funk Flex’s sets; Force MDs\, Staten Island’s own R&B group that fused doo wop and hip-hop and peaked with their Top 10 pop hit “Tender Love” in 1985; Sunshine Anderson\, the North Carolina R&B and soul singer who had a hit in 2001 with her debut single “Heard It All Before”; Mr Cheeks\, formerly of the Lost Boyz\, the Queens trio responsible for “Lifestyles of the Rich & Shameless” and “Renee\,” who went solo in 1999 and had a hit with his Missy Elliott and Petey Pablo collaboration “Lights\, Camera\, Action!”; and CL Smooth\, one half of the duo with Pete Rock responsible for foundational works such as “They Reminisce Over You (T.O.N.Y.).”
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/funk-flex-birthday-fest-26/
LOCATION:Staten Island
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T210000
DTSTAMP:20260730T182735Z
CREATED:20260428T155052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T182735Z
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SUMMARY:Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band / Charlie Aponte / Judy Santos / DJ Connie & DJ Medina
DESCRIPTION:A graduate of the Berklee College of Music – drummer\, percussionist\, composer\, arranger\, documentary film producer\, activist\, radio host\, writer\, and multi-Grammy nominated as a leader\, Bobby Sanabria is a native Nuyorican son of the South Bronx. His versatility as both a drummer and percussionist from small group to big band has become legendary. He’s performed and recorded with every major figure in the history of Latin jazz\, jazz\, and salsa\, with such legends as Dizzy Gillespie\, Tito Puente\, Mongo Santamaria\, Eddie Palmieri\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Candido\, Charles McPherson\, Larry Harlow\, Ruben Blades\, Celia Cruz\, and the Father of Afro-Cuban jazz\, Mario Bauzá where he was his drummer for 9 years touring and recording on his major GRAMMY nominated albums. For more than 40 years\, Charlie Aponte was the lead vocalist for the legendary El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico\, one of the island’s most successful salsa groups of all time and a salsa institution. One of his earliest performances with the band included a 1973 show in front of 50\,000 fans at Yankee Stadium as the opening act for the Fania All-Stars’ sold-out concert. With El Gran Combo\, Aponte performed all over the world\, sold millions of records\, and won multiple Latin GRAMMYs. Aponte left the group in 2014 and quickly released his debut solo album Una Nueva Historia the next year. His 2017 album Pa’ Mi Gente was nominated for the Latin GRAMMY for Best Salsa Album. He’s joined by Judy Santos\, an American singer best known for her work with the Dominican-American bachata group Aventura. She collaborated on three of their albums in the early aughts\, including the song “Obsesión\,””Angelito\,” and “La Guerra\,” her 2002 duet with Romeo Santos (no relation) that topped the charts in several Latin American countries.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/charlie-aponte/
LOCATION:Staten Island
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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SUMMARY:Southside\, We Outside! Live Music & Night Market
DESCRIPTION:Southside\, We Outside! combines the energy of a block party with a night market and brings it right to the people in Queens’ Baisley Pond Park. With live music curated by The Soapbox Presents and a market curated by BlaQue Community Cares\, this evening is your chance to dance the night away while getting some shopping done with a night that’s sure to be epic for culture\, community\, and entrepreneurship.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/southside-we-outside/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T220000
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SUMMARY:Blues Traveler / Gin Blossoms / Spin Doctors
DESCRIPTION:SummerStage Member Presale: Thursday\, January 22 at 10AM \nCapital One Cardholder Presale: Thursday\, January 22 at 10AM \nGeneral on-sale: Friday\, January 23 at 10AM \nThis ‘90s throwback night features Blues Traveler\, a Jersey band known for songs like “Hook\,” “But Anyway”\, and “Run-Around”. Their folksy rock sound earned them GRAMMY nominations and a platinum album six times over. They’re co-headlining the show with Gin Blossoms\, the hitmakers behind “Hey Jealousy” and “Til I Hear It From You” that landed them spots on the Billboard Top 100 as well as countless movie soundtracks. Spin Doctors\, of “Two Princes” fame\, will open the evening\, making the night a super-stacked lineup for the ages.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/blues-traveler-gin-blossoms/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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DTSTAMP:20260427T164513Z
CREATED:20260428T155059Z
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SUMMARY:Taiwanese Waves 10th Anniversary: 9m88 + ØZI + YELLOW / Chance Emerson / Mong Tong / Chinatown Records
DESCRIPTION:Taiwanese Waves is celebrating its 10th anniversary by showcasing a diverse lineup of artists from across the musical spectrum. This year’s program includes a trio of R&B and hip-hop acts: 9m88 (pronounced “Jo-m-Baba”)\, a jazzy singer-songwriter with strong R&B\, neo-soul\, and hip-hop influences; ØZI\, a singer-songwriter and rapper known for blending urban American styles with Mandopop; and YELLOW 黃宣\, the fashion-forward avant pop artist with a flair for the dramatic. You’re likely to hear some of their collaborations\, such as ØZI and 9m88’s song “Black Out\,” or the 9m88 and YELLOW (黃宣) single “怪天氣Strange Weather.” They’re joined by Chance Emerson\, a relative of Ralph Waldo Emerson born in Taiwan to a Taiwanese mother and American father and a singer-songwriter who explores the human condition with humor and empathy; Mong Tong\, Taiwanese brothers who channel Southeast Asian mythology and folklore through the hypnotic rhythms and ethereal melodies of ‘60s and ‘70s psychedelic music; and a DJ set from Chinatown Records\, the archival project from DJ and historian yiuyiu 瑶瑶 that stewards more than 30 distinct vinyl\, CD\, and cassette collections inherited from her family & neighbors\, spanning nearly 100 years of Chinese music and beyond.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/taiwanese-waves-26/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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