Expert stargazers from the Amateur Astronomers Association help us observe stars and planets. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled. For weather updates, […]
Part of Make Music Day 2026, this performance spotlights NYC’s vital public waterfront gathering spaces through the power of music. Enjoy the return of “Waterway Horns,” a singular initiative designed to spotlight NYC’s vital public waterfront gathering spaces through the power of music. In partnership with the Tideland Institute, Captain N.D. Austin has outfitted the historic Shoofly tugboat […]
Performers from Lincoln Center, Symphony Space, and the Special Music School celebrate Make Music Day with live music on the Pier. Presented in partnership with the office of Councilmember Gale Brewer. The Make Music NY Festival hosts hundreds of concerts citywide—part of the worldwide Make Music Day—this year's lineup features: 2pm: The KuKu Collective with […]
Part of Make Music Day 2026, This ‘flash mob parade of joy’ — created by October Project — includes a choral procession performance of their award-winning song “Joy” from The Book of Rounds: 21 Songs of Grace by Julie Flanders & Emil Adler as accompanied by the All City High School Marching Band conducted by Alex Jung […]
Teachers from the Piel Canela Dance and Music School and DJ Ray Colon lead social dances and teach you how to move like a pro! Learn salsa, bachata, and more. Live music with Uptown Royalty on June 21! Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and […]
Join host Nat Towsen (The Tonight Show, Nickelodeon) and some of New York’s most exciting comedians for a hilarious evening on Pier I. This event is rated PG-13: Parental discretion is advised. Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. […]
Now in its 2nd year, SPEAK UP! Festival is roaring onto Pier i, Saturday, June 27, 4pm-7pm, generously supported by Riverside Park Conservancy! SPEAK UP! is about highlighting voices, bodies and ideas on an open air stage where representation matters in a time when being together and speaking up is essential. Produced by the hearts […]
Teachers from the Piel Canela Dance and Music School and DJ Ray Colon lead social dances and teach you how to move like a pro! Learn salsa, bachata, and more. Live music with Uptown Royalty on June 21! Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and […]
Music, storytelling, and theatre for young audiences up to age 7. Wear sunscreen. July 2: Arm of the Sea Theatre / presents “The Life and Times of the Hudson River” July 9: Musiquita / joyful bilingual music for kids inspired by Latin folk traditions July 16: Lucy Kalantari & the Jazz Cats / interactive swingin’ […]
Test your knowledge at this pop culture trivia night hosted by the NYC Trivia League. Prizes for winners! Summer on the Hudson events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will […]
Live music accompanied by spectacular sunsets over the Hudson River. July 5: Wayne Tucker and the Bad Mothas / energetic, improvisational jazz July 12: Gentleman Brawlers / psychedelic Afro-soul revival and indie dance July 19: Dawn Drake and ZapOte / genre-defying pop, funk, and groove July 26: Chispa / love songs for the land rooted […]
Pack a picnic, bring a friend, and settle in for a night of premier movies on the Pier. Film begins at dusk. Open Captioned. THIS YEAR’S THEME: IT BELONGS IN A MUSEUM! July 8: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) PG • 1h 55m July 15: The Great Muppet Caper (1981) G • 1h 37m […]
