RIVER & BLUES

EXPERIENCE WORLD-CLASS BLUES INSPIRED MUSIC IN ROCKEFELLER PARK!
DJ SET 6PM, SHOW 7PM

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 Wagner 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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GALLERY

Stunning Sunsets

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.

Picnic-friendly Fairgrounds

Audiences are encouraged to picnic on the lawns at the show site. For your convenience refreshments will be available for purchase.

Memorable Moments

Activities, photo opportunities and lush gardens abound throughout picturesque Wagner Park, home to a few key pieces of our world class art collection

Swag & Merch

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.

GETTING HERE

Nearby Subway Stations

W, R to Whitehall Street
4,5 to Bowling Green

BUS

M20, Free Downtown Connection

CitiBike

Little West St & 1 Place
West Thames Street

BY CAR

Public Transportation is highly recommended for your convenience.

Please visit ggmcparking.com for garages near the venue.

STAY UPDATED

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

PAST SHOWS

FAQ

IS WAGNER PARK AN ALL-AGES VENUE?

All ages are welcome.

WILL THERE BE SEATING?

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.

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:
Instagram (@bpcparks), facebook (@batteryparkcityparks), Twitter (@bpca_ny)

HOW DO I GET UPDATES ABOUT EVENTS?

BPCA: Sign up for our e-blast or check us out on Instagram (@bpcparks), Facebook (@batteryparkcityparks), Twitter (@bpca_ny) to get the most up-to-date news.

WHAT TO WEAR

Turn out your best “Evening Park-chic” lewk