Summer Stage Concerts
Witness your favorite artists perform at Summer Stage. This venue has hosted truly iconic concerts, creating long-lasting memories for music lovers in New York. Fans and those seeking to discover new music can visit Summer Stage to find almost any kind of concert, as this venue holds everything from intimate acoustic sets to energetic performances. There’s something for everyone!
Summerstage Schedule
Summer Stage is the hub for several events. The venue serves as the stage for festival and concert events, in addition to hosting other functions.
Summer Stage Experience
Getting to a Show at Summer Stage
Summer Stage is located at East 71st Street and East Drive Central Park, New York, New York, 10022. We've got you covered with all the options to get there, from public transportation to convenient rideshares.
Summer Stage Rideshare Drop-off and Pickup Location
At Summer Stage, there are specific pick-up locations for rideshare users. You’ll find the designated pick-up spots at 69th and 5th Avenue. Using rideshare to attend an event is a great option because it eliminates the stress of finding parking, which can often be scarce and expensive. Additionally, ridesharing promotes safety by providing reliable transportation if you plan on consuming alcohol during your visit.
Closest Bus Stop to Summer Stage
For a budget-friendly option, the nearest bus stop is located at 5 Av & E 72 St.
Arrival Times for Summer Stage?
Arrival times may vary depending on the event, but we recommend arriving at the venue about an hour before the scheduled start time. This gives you some breathing room in case of traffic congestion, parking difficulties, visits to the merchandise store, or if you want to grab some food and drinks before the event starts.
Inside Summer Stage
When you come to an event at Summer Stage, make sure to bring your ticket and a valid ID, especially if you intend to purchase alcohol. We recommend bringing a credit or debit card and also some cash. Because this is an outdoor venue, it can get a little cold during the winter months (and sometimes year round), so we recommend checking the weather report to consider bringing extra layers and maybe even a blanket. Plus, it might be worth it to carry a rain jacket or poncho just in case the weather changes.
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Summer Stage Bag Policy & Prohibited Items
Guests can bring essential items like food, factory-sealed plastic bottles, strollers, hats, sunglasses, and phones to SummerStage. However, certain items are not allowed, including bags larger than 16” tall x 16” wide x 8” deep, glass bottles, cans, coolers, alcoholic beverages (except those purchased within the venue), controlled substances, weapons, folding chairs, bikes, scooters, rollerblades, skateboards, beach umbrellas, balloons, laser pointers, professional camera, and video equipment (except for press with a valid pass), selfie sticks, pets, drones, and professional audio recording equipment. SummerStage does not provide bag or coat check services, and guests are responsible for items left outside the venue.
Summer Stage Concessions
Plenty of concessions are available at City Parks Foundation SummerStage. Non-alcoholic beverages are served as well as alcoholic beverages including but not limited to beer, liquor, wine, hard seltzer and mixed drinks.
Summer Stage Accepted Payment Methods
City Parks Foundation SummerStage primarily operates on a cashless basis. This implies that while some vendors may still accept cash, most onsite purchases are done with digital wallets or debit and credit cards. Although Summer Stage accepts most credit cards (such as Visa and Mastercard), it is prudent to carry a small amount of cash for tipping and for the few vendors that might accept it inside and outside the venue.
