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Picnic Performances Presented by Bank of America

April 16, 2026
Lineup Announced!

Now live: the 2026 season lineup for Picnic Performances presented by Bank of America! From May 28 through September 11, Bryant Park is home to 24 nights of music, dance, circus, and theater under the New York City skyline.  

Join us in the heart of Midtown Manhattan for a summer of FREE arts programming. Can’t make it to the park? Watch our livestreams from the comfort of your home, available to watch on YouTube and Facebook @bryantparknyc, and here on our website. 

What's special for Picnic Performances in 2026?

This season is poised to celebrate anniversaries:

  • Acclaimed New York-based orchestra group, The Knights, will perform classical music inspired by American history in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.
  • On August 7, three-time Grammy Award-winning soprano, Latonia Moore, celebrates 111 years of Ella Fitzgerald’s timeless music with the New York City Opera.
  • To close the season, we commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11 with a moving program of classical music and reflections.  

2026 Picnics also welcomes a variety of global talent and culture, with influences from six continents and countless countries. From the likes of jazz, blues and Louisiana Zydeco to fiery Puerto Rican Bomba Fusion to North Indian-inspired vocals, Picnics artists will light up the park with performances that will sweep you off your feet! 

Plan your Picnic

Start time
Most shows begin at 7pm, with performance times ranging from an hour to just under three hours. For more details, check out our brochure.

Seating
You can grab a park chair and place it on the lawn. The park also lends out hundreds of free blankets for picnicking on a first-come, first-served basis. Just remember to return them on your way out! 

Picnicking
Pack your own picnic basket, or purchase food and drink from Hester Street Fair tents found at the back of the lawn. The Bryant Park Shop also sells Picnics-exclusive merchandise! Grab a T-shirt or tote bag or make your own Picnics-inspired T-shirt at our interactive merchandise station.  

Getting there
As an oasis in the middle of Midtown Manhattan, getting here is easy. Bryant Park is accessible by subway, train, or bus! Our award-winning restrooms are open throughout the entire season to make the performance viewing much more enjoyable.  

See you soon!

It’s going to be a season full of incredible programming! For updates and more information, follow us at @bryantparknyc or sign up to our monthly newsletter.