RIVER & BLUES

EXPERIENCE WORLD-CLASS BLUES INSPIRED MUSIC IN BATTERY PARK CITY! DOORS OPEN AT 6:30PM, DJ SET 7PM, SHOW 7:30PM

The River & Blues Concert Series is a celebrated NYC summer tradition featuring Global and American folk, roots and blues music for 26 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. Rockefeller Park in Battery Park City is the place to be for nature-lovers and music-lovers alike!

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Stunning Sunsets

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 snacks and beverages will be available for purchase.

Memorable Moments

Memorable Moments

Activities, photo opportunities and lush gardens abound throughout picturesque Rockefeller Park, home to a few key pieces of our world class art collection:
 
Swag & Merch

Swag & Merch

Visit booths from festival sponsors for great information and the occasional gift. Show your love for your favorite artists by stopping by their merch table.

GETTING HERE

Nearby Subway Stations

  • 1, 2, 3, A,C to Chambers Street
  • N, R to Cortland Street
  • E, PATH to World Trade Center
  • 4,5, J, M, Z to Fulton Street
  • NY Waterway: BROOKFIELD PLACE TERMINAL

BUS

  • M20, Free Downtown Connection

CitiBike

  • West St & Chambers St
  • Vesey Pl & River Terrace
  • River Ter & Warren St

BY CAR

Public Transportation is highly recommended for your convenience.

Garages near the venue:

  • Liberty View Parking 400 Murray Street  (Between North End Ave & River Terrace) 212-842-2305
  • Little Liberty 1 LLC 211 North End Avenue (Between North End Ave & River Terrace) 212-964-0236

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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 ROCKEFELLER 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?

Food and beverages from The Bronx Brewery and Bastard Burgers will be available for purchase Audiences may bring outside food to picnic on the lawns at the show site.

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!

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