EXPERIENCE WORLD-CLASS BLUES INSPIRED MUSIC IN ROCKEFELLER PARK!
DOORS 7PM, DJ SET 7:15PM, SHOW 8PM
The River & Blues Concert Series is a celebrated NYC summer tradition featuring Global and American folk, roots and blues music for over 25 years! This summer, Battery Park City Authority presents four FREE concerts sure to delight music fans of all ages. Picturesque Rockefeller Park is the perfect summer show venue with breathtaking views of Hudson River sunsets, picnic-friendly fairgrounds and refreshing waterfront breezes. BPC is the place to be for nature-lovers and music-lovers alike!
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free and open to the public
DOORS @7PM, SHOW @8PM
On her latest release Still + Bright, Amythyst Kiah’s revelatory storytelling is merged with a twist on rootsy alt-rock, a vital new addition to her body of work that explores the struggle and joy of self-discovery.
The award-winning Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra led by Arturo O’Farrill, has enamored international audiences with its dynamic performances featuring the music of jazz legends and new compositions from the Latin music scene.
Songs of Love & Resistance
Features spoken word, poetry, and rap, and the dynamic company of guest artists:
Telmary Díaz, Yasser Tejeda, Mireya Ramos, DJ Logic, Rebel Diaz, Chilo
Harnessing a mighty voice and fabulous regalia, Lady Blackbird effortlessly portrays heart-rending yearning, and soft, whispered balladry, which imbues her visceral jazz-soul with a journeying independence.
Rockefeller Park is a prime viewing location to catch spectacular sunsets over the Hudson River. Watch the skies and stage simultaneously in a vast open space with refreshing water-front breezes.
Audiences are encouraged to picnic on the lawns at the show site. For your convenience refreshments will be available for purchase from Shake Shack
GET FREE FRIES AT SHAKE SHACK!
River & Blues concert goers get a free order of crispy crinkle cut fries with the purchase of any sandwich. Place your pick up order on the Shake Shack app and using promocode CRINKLECRAVE
Visit booths from festival sponsors for great information and the occasional free gift. Show your love for your favorite artists by stopping by their merch table.
Public Transportation is highly recommended for your convenience.
Garages near the venue:
Social media handles:
Instagram (@bpcparks), Facebook (@batteryparkcityparks), Twitter (@bpca_ny)
Contact:
CONTACT US:
200 Liberty Street, 24th Floor
New York, NY 10281
(212) 417-2000
info.bpc@bpca.ny.gov
All ages are welcome.
There is no assigned seating, first-come, first served. Picnics encouraged. Lawn chairs permitted, if the venue gets crowded, patrons may be asked to make room to allow for more guests.
ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
No. We love your dogs, but unfortunately they are not allowed on the lawns.
WHAT IS THE POLICY FOR PHOTOGRAPHY AND FILMING IN ROCKEFELLER PARK?
Battery Park City Authority and artists’ management reserve the right to prohibit photography and video during the performance. Professional cameras and video accessories (tripods, microphones, extra lighting) are not allowed without prior consent. Thank you for being respectful of the artists and the other members of the audience.
IS FOOD/DRINK AVAILABLE DURING THE PERFORMANCE?
Audiences may bring outside food to picnic on the lawns at the show site. Refreshments will be available for purchase from Shake Shack.
GET FREE FRIES AT SHAKE SHACK!
River & Blues concert goers get a free order of our crispy crinkle cut fries with the purchase of any sandwich. Place your pick up order on the Shake Shack app and use promocode CRINKLECRAVE
ARE THERE RESTROOMS AVAILABLE
Yes, on-site restrooms will be available throughout the evening.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS
For weather updates concerning this event, you can visit our social media pages:
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WHAT TO WEAR
Turn out your best “Evening Park-chic” lewk
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