If anything convinces you to step foot in Times Square this summer let it be this–the nearly 100 public performances and events taking place there this summer that, by the way, are completely free!
Each summer TSQ LIVE puts the spotlight on hundreds of artists, performers, and cultural producers smack dab in the heart of Times Square, and this year’s season will feature over 80 free, open-air events across Times Square’s public plazas, including DJ sets, live concerts, dance workshops, and more.
TSQ LIVE will be joined by incredible NY-based institutions and collectives including Carnegie Hall Citywide, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Ailey Extension, Elsewhere, Soul Summit, and Street Lab, among others.
The best part–all events are free, open to the public, and suitable for all ages.
The 2024 TSQ LIVE lineup includes:
DJ Sets
- Tuesdays, 5 pm
- Broadway Pedestrian Plaza between 45th & 46th Streets
- An eclectic assortment of music from some of the city’s most popular nightclubs and collectives, including FEMME HOUSE, New York Modular Society, Matinée Social Club, Project 91 x Analog, Soul Summit Music, and Elsewhere.
Art
- Wednesdays in May until June 26, 5 pm
- Broadway Pedestrian Plaza between 43rd & 44th Streets
- Street Lab, the nonprofit that has been creating and sharing programs for NYC public space since 2011, will create a pop-up place to gather and connect around artistic activities for children, families, and creative minds alike.
Dance
- Thursdays, 5 pm
- Broadway Pedestrian Plaza between 45th & 46th Streets
- Ailey Extension will offer open dance classes for all levels. For the last 19 years, the Extension has brought together people of all backgrounds to train with renowned dance instructors from around the world at the home of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in NYC.
Live Music
- Various dates/times
- Various locations
- A yearly tradition and the heart of TSQ LIVE, live music accompanies the event’s programming throughout the summer. The live music portion of programming promotes the festive summer energy the bustling hot city requires.
Jazz in Times Square
- Thursdays, 5 pm
- Broadway Pedestrian Plaza between 45th & 46th Streets
- Includes performances by Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Headhunters, and Sungazer.
Summer Friday Concerts
- Fridays, 6 pm
- Broadway Pedestrian Plaza between 45th & 46th Streets
- Check out the trendiest up-and-coming talent including musicians from NYC and beyond who will present free concerts, ranging from pop, rock, indie, and musical theater.
Plus, this year marks the very first TSQ LIVE open call in which performers can apply for a spot to show off their skills on the big stage! Those interested can apply using this registration link for a chance to take to the stage.
Learn more about TSQ LIVE and see the full summer 2024 schedule online here.