New York’s Bryant Park Announces 2026 Free Summer Concert Schedule

By Jem Aswad

Jem Aswad

Executive Editor, Music

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New York’s Bryant Park has announced the 2026 schedule for its summer Picnic Performances, presented by Bank of America — a free outdoor performing arts festival in the heart of Midtown. The festival returns May 28 and includes an American opera showcase with New York City Opera, a special concert for America’s birthday with Carnegie Hall, first-ever Brass and Choir Festivals, as well as performances by artists from around the globe. 

In total, 24 performances will span music, dance, opera, circus, and more, culminating in a special anniversary tribute concert on September 11. With more than 87,000 in-person attendees and over 440,000 livestream views in past seasons, Picnic Performances remains a New York City summer tradition.

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