Jazz In the Garden: Annette St. John
2025-08-22 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Manhattan
Born and raised in Harlem, vocalist Annette St. John grew up in an artistic family that influenced her musical style: equal parts jazz, blues, standards and gospel. She has worked with greats like Jimmy Smith, Della Griffin, and George Benson, and performed all over Manhattan, including at the Apollo, the Blue Note, the Village Vanguard, Smoke and The Cotton Club. In recent years she has done multiple tours of Japan, and she is a mainstay in NYC with her own groups. Annette always says, “It’s Not Work If You Love What You Do!”
This event is free; first come, first serve.
Supported in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, and by the Howard Gilman Foundation.

CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL NIGHT 1: Ron Carter's Great Big Band / April May Webb
2025-08-22 19:00 - 21:30 | Manhattan
The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of the late great saxophonist with shows uptown and downtown that highlight the past, present, and future of jazz music in New York City. Opening night kicks off with the legendary bassist Ron Carter’s Great Big Band, a 17-piece ensemble he put together in 2011 to record his first ever big band record. Carter’s steady, warm-toned pulse serves as a rhythmic rudder through a set of tunes that exude a refined elegance and sonic power. They’re joined by April May Webb, a rising star who recently won the 13th annual Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition; her latest LP with trumpeter Randall Haywood, Questions Left Unanswered, features soulful, jazzy covers of hits like “Jolene” and “Killing Me Softly.” This show is presented in partnership with Jazzmobile as they celebrate their 60th anniversary of presenting, preserving America’s classical music, jazz, to Harlem and New York City.

Ron Carter’s Great Big Band
Saxes
David DeJesus
Steve Wilson
Jonathan Beshay
Ivan Renta
Jay Brandford
Trumpets
Jon Owens
John Chudoba
John Bailey
Brandon Lee
Trombones
Jason Jackson
Steve Davis
James Burton
Becca Patterson
Rhythm Section
Ray Gallon, piano
Sir Ron Carter, bass
Greg Skafff, guitar
Peyton Crossley, drums

April May Webb
April May Webb (vocals)
Randall Haywood (trumpet)
Yayoi Ikawa (p)
Jacob Webb (b)
Dr. Nathan Webb (d)

CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
2025-08-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Queens
City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone, our traveling marionette theater, the PuppetMobile, will present Pippi, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale.
The production features nearly two dozen, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.

CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL NIGHT 2: Branford Marsalis Quartet / Nicholas Payton Quartet / Bertha Hope Quintet / Georgia Heers / DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener
2025-08-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Manhattan
The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of the late great saxophonist with shows uptown and downtown that highlight the past, present, and future of jazz music in New York City. The second show features: the legendary Branford Marsalis Quartet, headed by GRAMMY Award winner and NEA Jazz Master Branford Marsalis on saxophone, who has earned his reputation as a cornerstone of the jazz genre many times over, joined in the group by drummer Justin Faulkner, pianist Joey Calderazzo, and bassist Eric Revis, each icons in their own right; GRAMMY-winning trumpet player and multi-instrumentalist Nicholas Payton, who has released dozens of LPs as a bandleader, along with an eclectic collection of collaborations with the likes of Common (Electric Circus), Trey Anastasio, Ray Charles, Jill Scott, Herbie Hancock, and many more; The Bertha Hope Quintet, led by the titular jazz pianist and educator, who collaborated with her husband, the late Elmo Hope, and who is a 2025 recipient of Jazz Foundation of America’s inaugural Jazz Legacies Fellowship in partnership with the Mellon Foundation; and Georgia Heers, an ascendant jazz singer and Juilliard graduate who recently made her Broadway debut in Good Night, and Good Luck. Multi-talented DJ and host of WBGO’s podcast Milestones DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener is on the ones and twos.

DJs will begin spinning at 2:00pm, performances will begin at 3:00pm.
Branford Marsalis Quartet
Branford Marsalis, saxophone
Joey Calderazzo, piano
Eric Revis, bass
Justin Faulkner, drums
Nicholas Payton
Kevin Hays, piano
Vicente Archer, bass
Bill Stewart, drums
Bertha Hope Quintet
Bertha Hope, piano
Kim Clarke, bass
Lucianna F. Padmore, drums
Gene Ghee, tenor saxophone
Eddie Allen, trumpet
Georgia Heers
Georgia Heers, vocals
Mathis Picard, piano/keys
TBD, bass
Anwar Marshall, drums

Mount Morris Park Community Improvement Association Presents “We’re Outside”
2025-08-23 15:00 - 19:00 | Manhattan
What to Expect:

22 local artists on exhibit
Live jazz from the Charlie Parker Jazz Festival at the amphitheater
Live sculptural performance using materials from the park
Eye candy selfie station
Free downloadable artist catalog
MMPCIA Hospitality station where you can sit, chill and get to know us better
Or bring a blanket and vibe with neighbors and friends on the lawn

Featuring work by:
Airco Caravan · Aleathia Brown · Anna Macon · Bonnie Phillips · Christina M. Tapper · Christopher Ender Coryat · Debora Clark Fairfax · Destiny Santana · Fitgi Saint-Louis · Gabrielle Baker · Gary J. Higgins II · Jamel Carroll · Jannette Jwahir Hawkins · Larry Bentley · Laura Gadson · Mayowa Nwadike · Mike McManus · Misha Shipman · Shanequa Benitez · Shungaboy · Stefen Reed · Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper
Presented by MMPCIA & Heath Gallery, in partnership with NYC Parks and the City Parks Foundation’s SummerStage Charlie Parker Jazz Festival.
Supported by:
NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council · New York State Council on the Arts · Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation · Administered by LMCC · City Parks Foundation & Partnerships for Parks through the NYC Green Fund

CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL NIGHT 3: Dee Dee Bridgewater & Bill Charlap / Gary Bartz: Ntu Troop / The Jazz Gallery All-Stars Feat. Miguel Zenon, Joel Ross, Kendrick Scott, Renee Neufville, Melissa Aldana, Dabin Ryu, Ryoma Takenaga, Charles Altura / Lucia / DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener
2025-08-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Manhattan
The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of the late great saxophonist with shows uptown and downtown that highlight the past, present, and future of jazz music in New York City. The third show features the dynamic duo of Dee Dee Bridgewater and Bill Charlap; GRAMMY and Tony Award-winning vocalist Bridgewater puts her unique spin on standards and jazz classics, keeping traditions while fearlessly exploring new expression with the leading jazz pianist Bill Charlap. Gary Bartz’s groundbreaking Ntu Troop manages to seamlessly blend jazz, funk, and soul with an adventurous spirit. The Jazz Gallery was founded in 1995 by Roy Hargrove, Dale Fitzgerald, and Lezlie Harrison, and has been a key institution in the NYC’s jazz and creative music scene ever since; this year’s lineup of The Jazz Gallery All-Stars features Miguel Zenon, Joel Ross, Kendrick Scott, Renee Neufville, Melissa Aldana, Dabin Ryu, Ryoma Takenaga, and Charles Altura. Lucía was the first ever Mexican-American artist to enter the Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition (and win), leading to her breakout into the jazz scene with her soulful sound. Her debut album is releasing this year. Multi-talented DJ and host of WBGO’s podcast Milestones DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener is on the ones and twos.

DJs will begin spinning at 2:00pm, performances will begin at 3:00pm.

Bill Charlap / Dee Dee Bridgewater

Gary Bartz and NTU Troop
Gary Bartz, alto saxophone
Marc Cary, piano/keys
Paul Bollenback, guitar
Gerald Cannon, bass
Kassa Overall, drums
*plus special guests (vocals)

Jazz Gallery Allstars
Miguel Zenon, alto saxophone
Melissa Aldand, tenor saxophone
Joel Ross, vibraphone
Charles Altura, guitar
Dabin Ryu, piano
Ryoma Takenaga, bass
Kendrick Scott, drums
Plus special guest vocalist Renee Neufville

Lucía
Lucia, vocals
Gabrielle Chakarji, piano
Guillermo Lopez, bass
Adam Cruz, drums

SOLD OUT: Black Coffee
2025-08-24 18:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan
Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day!
Acclaimed multi-disciplinary electronic artist Black Coffee is bringing his talents to Central Park! The GRAMMY, BET, and GQ Man of the Year award winner is known for blending his South African heritage into his music through traditional rhythms and influences, acting as one of the premier players in the country’s house music scene. His bass-filled tracks have led to collaborations with artists including Usher, Drake, and David Guetta.

TRILL MEGA JAM & Charlie Parker Jazz Festival After-Party
2025-08-24 20:00 | Manhattan
The Make Jazz Trill Again (MJTA) Trill Mega Jam is a high-energy, improvisation-centered jam session founded by Melanie Charles featuring Paul Wilson Bae on keys, Jerome Jennings on drums, YunieMo on sax, DJ OOOChild on the ones and twos, and special guests including Dezron Douglas on electric bass, and Renée Neufville. This is a unique opportunity where musicians of all backgrounds, skill levels and instruments gather to improvise in unconventional spaces for an experience of pure celebration and connection. MJTA is truly a movement for the people, by the people. All are welcome.
This event is free with RSVP.

CANCELLED: CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
2025-08-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Bronx
This event has been cancelled.
City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone, our traveling marionette theater, the PuppetMobile, will present Pippi, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale.
The production features nearly two dozen, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.

Morgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues Experience / Fusivel and Mirage People DJs
2025-08-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan
Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day!
Conducted by Martin Gellner
Performed by Big Island Orchestra
Symphonic Blues is a journey through the soul-stirring history of the Delta Blues. One of the earliest-known styles of the genre, Delta Blues originated in the Mississippi Delta. Symphonic Blues merges the raw emotion of this music with the expressive depth of an orchestra. Founded and narrated by legendary actor Morgan Freeman, the show features performances by veterans of orchestras as well as the Delta Blues, coming together in a genre-bending, multimedia project that brings the story of this music to life. Born from the Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale, Mississippi—recognized as one of the top blues clubs in the world– Symphonic Blues traces the origins of the Delta Blues along the Mississippi River to its profound influence on global music and culture.
DJs’ presentations supported by the Arte Institute. Learn more about Arte Institute at https://arteinstitute.org/.

IZA / Ilê Aiyê ft. Amanda Maria / Evandro Fióti / DJ Cady
2025-08-31 18:00 - 22:00 | Manhattan
Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day!
In association with the 18th Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival, SummerStage presents an electrifying night in Central Park celebrating the rich cultural heartbeat of Brazil. IZA is one of Brazil’s most powerful and celebrated artists today—a singer, songwriter, and cultural icon blending pop, R&B, reggae, and Afro-Brazilian rhythms with unapologetic soul. With over 3 billion streams across platforms, she has been nominated for 4 Latin GRAMMY Awards and was named one of the world’s most influential Black artists by MIPAD (Most Influential People of African Descent). Her song “Fé” was re-recorded by Brazilian legends Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia, further cementing her role as a vital voice in contemporary music. From dubbing Nala in the live-action remake of The Lion King to headlining major stages, IZA continues to shape the future of Brazilian sound and culture. Ilê Aiyê, the legendary Afro-Bloco from Salvador, Bahia, is also performing. Founded in 1975 by Vovô do Ilê and a collective of trailblazing artists and activists, Ilê Aiyê is more than a band—it’s a movement. For nearly 50 years, they’ve used music, dance, and carnival to celebrate African heritage and empower Black communities across Brazil, challenging a media environment that doesn’t always reflect the overwhelmingly Black demographics of the community. Ilê will feature Amanda Maria, a finalist of The Voice Brasil 2023, acclaimed singer-songwriter, festival performer, and member of Seu Jorge’s group. Evandro Fióti is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and creative visionary whose artistic work is deeply rooted in hip-hop culture and the celebration of Black identity. As co-founder of Laboratório Fantasma, Fióti merges music and activism to promote diversity, inclusion, and cultural pride.
Join us for an Afro-Brazilian drumming workshop with Ilê Aiyê before the show! Free with RSVP here.
This show will also feature a special dance presentation, supported by the Arte Institute, with Marica Dance Company. Learn more about Arte Institute at https://arteinstitute.org/.

It's My Park at Sunset Park
2025-09-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify Sunset Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at Sunset Park Recreation Center (4200 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232).
For more information, please email volunteer.pcrnyc@gmail.com.

CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
2025-09-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Bronx

It's My Park at Hunter's Point South Park
2025-09-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Queens
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Hunters Point Parks Conservancy to beautify Hunter’s Point South Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the park house.
For more information, please email jessica@hunterspointparks.org.

It's My Park at Andrew Haswell Green Park
2025-09-05 09:00 - 10:30 | Manhattan
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Green Park Gardeners NYC to undertake some weeding, watering, and pruning at Andrew Haswell Green Park. You can enter from 60th and York going up the hill, or up the stairs from the FDR. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the Alice Aycock pavilion.
For more information, please email greenparkgardenersnyc@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Wolfe's Pond Park
2025-09-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Staten Island
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with The New York City Mountain Bike Association on the First Saturday of each month to, build, ride, and maintain trails at Wolfe’s Pond Park in Staten Island at Wolfe’s Pond Park.
Volunteers should meet at the picnic table in the parking lot outside of the NYC Parks Department building. Please wear durable shoes (boots or sneakers). Long pants are also recommended. We will be walking along uneven terrain.
For more information, please email avril@nycmtb.org.

It's My Park at Westerleigh Park
2025-09-06 09:00 - 12:00 | Staten Island
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Westerleigh Parks Coalition to rake and clean debris around Westerleigh Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the Gazebo.
For more information, please email westerleighparkscoalition@gmail.com.

It's My Park at East River Esplanade
2025-09-06 09:30 - 11:00 | Manhattan
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Alliance for Kips Bay to do some weeding, cleanup in the garden beds, and mulching at East River Esplanade. Please meet at E 37th Street and FDR Drive Service Road. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the park entrance at 37th St and the FDR service road.
For more information, please email allkb.nyc@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Leif Ericson Park
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify Leif Ericson Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at Leif Ericson Park & Square, 67th Street & 9ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220.
For more information, please email volunteer.pcrnyc@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Bensonhurst Park
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklyn
This It’s my Park season, join Pineapple Ride to beautify Bensonhurst Park with a mulching and litter cleanup. We look forward to seeing you!
Volunteers should meet at Bensonhurst Park at the end of Bay Parkway near the tennis courts.
For more information, please email mirza.medunjanin@pineappleride.com.

It's My Park at Playground One Forty
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Queens
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Abuela Neighborhood Maintenance to steward Playground One Forty. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the large tree bed to the right of the park next to the church.
For more information, please email angelamiskisartsllc@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Conference House Park
2025-09-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Staten Island
Join NYC H2O for a volunteer cleanup at Conference House Park in Staten Island! The park is located along the Arthur Kill coast where the kill opens into Raritan Bay. It contains clay bluffs, part of the terminal moraine, formed when the Wisconsin Glacier receded 10,000 years ago. The cleanup will run from 10 AM to 12 PM. Gloves, garbage bags and pickers will be provided. Please register in advance.
Volunteers should meet at the farthest south end of Page Avenue (nearest address is 846 Page Ave).
For more information, please email info@nych2o.org.

It's My Park at Marcus Garvey Park
2025-09-06 10:30 | Manhattan
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Girls Code NYC to cleanup the park by picking up litter around the perimeter and doing some light cleanup in the gardens at Marcus Garvey Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the corner of Madison Ave and 120th St.
For more information, please email soireesbyshaymia@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Ewen Park
2025-09-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Bronx
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Stewards of Ewen Park for Fall site maintenance at Ewen Park, including planting. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet by the dog run/toolbox.
For more information, please email masonjenkins100@yahoo.com.

It's My Park at McKinley Park
2025-09-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify McKinley Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at 67th Street & 9th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11220. Clean Up Location: Fort Hamilton Pkwy/73 St, Brooklyn NY 11228.
For more information, please email volunteer.pcrnyc@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Stuyvesant Square
2025-09-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Manhattan
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Stuyvesant Park Gardeners to partake in some beautifying activities at the park like weeding, raking, and spreading woodchips at Stuyvesant Square Park East. The meet up location is in front of the East Park Fountain towards the East side of Second Avenue and East 16th Street. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the East Park planted areas, including around East Fountain.
For more information, please email stuyparkgardeners@gmail.com.

It's My Park at WNYC Transmitter Park
2025-09-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Brooklyn
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Friends of Transmitter Park to beautify at WNYC Transmitter Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the Friends welcome table at the Greenpoint Avenue Entrance.
For more information, please email wnyctransmitterpark@gmail.com.

It's My Park at Franz Sigel Park
2025-09-07 10:00 - 12:30 | Bronx
This It’s My Park season, volunteer with Friends of 4 Parks Alliance, Inc. to do a general clean-up at Franz Sigel Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you!
Volunteers should meet at the rotunda near the dog run.
For more information, please email friendsof4parksalliance@gmail.com.
