Live music in Bayonne, NJ

Harlem’s evenings have a character all their own, and a weekly outdoor night market captures that spirit beneath the Harlem Arches. Neighbors gather for a rotating mix of local food vendors, live DJs, and performances in a welcoming, family friendly setting centered on community. Admission is free, and food and drinks are sold on site. The lineup changes each week, so every visit brings something new. It is convenient to reach by subway or bus. Arriving earlier can mean shorter lines and some daylight, while staying later keeps the music going along with late night bites. A recurring neighborhood ritual, it keeps the summer energy alive week after week.

Catch Shallou live for Friends In High Places at Westlight Rooftop at The William Vale. The show is scheduled for 5:00 PM local venue time.

Enjoy a relaxing evening of live music in the museum gardens. Liberty Hall will feature a band performing selections drawn from sheet music in the museum collection, with a mix of modern favorites. The concert includes light refreshments and a themed cocktail, and reservations are required.

Catch a rooftop electronic music party featuring Andruss at Elsewhere. The event runs in the evening at the rooftop, and tickets are for guests ages 21 and up. Entry requires a physical, valid, scannable US government-issued ID or a foreign passport, and the venue has a no-refunds policy. The rooftop is outdoors/seasonal, and the show is rain or shine, with possible relocation indoors if weather makes it necessary.

Southern rock outfit The Red Clay Strays bring their sound to Philadelphia, spotlighting crowd favorites like "Wondering Why" and "Moment of Truth". The performance delivers gritty vocals, emotion-driven storytelling, and high-energy playing for a powerful live experience.

Experience a prom night made for grownups with a live set from Lady Alma and music by DJ Donald “Wiz” Davis. Dinner and spirits are included with admission. Tickets are $100 per person or $185 per couple. To purchase tickets, text Rhonda at 201-667-6369.

Presented by Cultivate Talents Unlimited LLC, this Friendship Day celebration at Royal Albert's Palace is described as the first Bollywood-style Dosti Special Jamming and Clubbing Night in the United States. It blends live music, dance, and poetry into one festive evening. Professional singers perform with a live band while the open dance floor welcomes nonstop grooves. Friendship-themed poetry and shayari add a heartfelt touch, and a big-screen showcase will highlight photos of friends shared by attendees. Early bird tickets are offered in three options, with General admission at $58 including a three course dinner, Premium at $70 adding drinks, and VIP at $90 providing drinks, a three course dinner, and VIP seating.

At Union Pool, Me You Us Them returns to the stage for the first time in more than a decade. Sharing the bill are Beinn, featuring members of Errortype:11 and Spotlights, Hiroe, and Slowrole, which is giving its debut performance with members of Bad Trip. Poster art is by Tiny Little Hammers.

Enjoy an evening of steppin and line dancing at the Harlem Aloft Hotel set to R&B and soul. All experience levels are welcome, including beginners and non-dancers, and casual attire is encouraged. The first hour includes a complimentary introductory class to help newcomers get started. Admission is $10 with electronic payment accepted at the door. Presented by The New York Steppers, this recurring gathering brings a friendly community together. The New York Steppers are the original Chicago steppin set for New York, New Jersey and the Northeast. For questions or information about workshops, presentations or private lessons, contact Martin at (917) 302-3808.

Catch Neal Francis live for an evening show at The Rockaway Hotel in New York City. The event is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM local venue time.

Catch KALEO live at The Rooftop at Pier 17. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with the show starting at 7:00 PM. Darren Kiely is also on the lineup.

Catch the Jason Marshall Quartet for a night of bebop-inspired music from a baritone saxophone standout known for blending depth and joy across multiple reed instruments. The show runs in two sets, starting with an early performance and continuing later in the evening.

Brooklyn Bridge Skating turns the rink into a Caribbean celebration with reggae, soca, and Latin rhythms setting the pace for a lively island atmosphere beneath the Brooklyn skyline. Expect an upbeat night of rolling to feel-good tunes and vibrant energy. Admission is $12, and skate rentals are available for $8.

Catch Jay Electronica live at Town Hall in New York. The show starts at 8:00 PM. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Catch an unforgettable Sufi mehfil featuring Hans Raj Hans and Khudaa Baksh at HK Hall. Expect live music for an all-evening experience running into the early morning. The event is for ages 21 and up, and there are no refunds listed.

Catch Kenny Garrett live at Blue Note Jazz Club. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the show starts at 8:00 PM. The event has an all-ages policy, with table seating for all ages and a 21+ bar area where seating is limited and first come, first served. There is a $20 minimum per person. All sales are final, and refunds or exchanges are not offered.

Get ready for the Official NYC Hip Hop vs. Reggae Friday Midnight Yacht Party Cruise at Pier 36. The cruise features DJs playing Hip Hop, Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeats, and other party hits, with skyline views from the rooftop deck plus a fully stocked bar on site. Boarding is around 10:00 PM and the yacht sails out around 10:30 PM, returning to the marina at 2:00 AM. The event is 21+ with valid ID, and bottle service priority requires a full name and email for reservation seating. Food and drinks are available for purchase, with the menu including items like baked ziti, jerk chicken, and more.

Carlita is taking over Sunset Park Rooftop for a late-night electronic set, mixing melodic techno, melodic house, dance, and house sounds. The show is scheduled for 11:00 PM, with ticket availability listed as on sale via Resident Advisor and sold out via DICE.

A neighborhood block party featuring games, activities, food, and music. More information and preregistration for backpacks are available.

Celebrate culture, creativity, and community at the Black Excellence Festival 2026, a fun in-person event featuring live music, food, and good vibes. The day also includes school supplies giveaways, and there will be a scholarship awarded to a high school graduate for college. Come enjoy an upbeat celebration of Black excellence and connect with inspiring people.

Josh Baker is set to perform alongside Laidlaw, Natalia Roth, and Cole Terrazas at Knockdown Center. Expect an afternoon of electronic, uk garage, tech house, and dance music. Tickets are available through Resident Advisor and DICE.

Bastid’s BBQ is back in New York for a full day of good music, good food, and good people. The event runs at The Seaport and includes live performances, with doors opening at 3:00 PM. This is an 18+ event.

This celebration honors more than a century of Italian American tradition in true Jersey style. Promised Land performs at the feast and brings the spirit of the Jersey shore to the street.

Anchors Tiki Bar features country music in a tiki setting.

Set in Brooklyn, New York, this tropical late-night celebration centers on genuine connection, lively vibes, and a sultry, grown-up atmosphere. The experience includes a hot tub, food, an open bar, live entertainment, and a DJ keeping the energy up through the night. The theme leans into luau and tropical nights, bringing island spirit to the city... think palm-framed daydreams, a rum drink in hand, and the warmth of summer in the air. The dress code is island-inspired chic. Bright colors, bold tropical prints, florals, breezy linen sets, resort looks, sarongs, swimwear paired with tasteful cover-ups, leis, and body jewelry all fit the look. Go beachy or elevated, just stay on theme and keep it refined.

Machel Montano is bringing his high-energy blend of EDM, dancehall, and soca to Rumsey Playfield in Central Park for an evening show. Tickets are listed as on sale via See Tickets.

Get ready for a Saturday sunset booze cruise with NYC’s hottest DJs, sailing out from Pier 36 for an end-of-weekend dance session. Enjoy skyline views from the rooftop deck, jam to a mix of hip-hop, reggae, reggaeton, dembow, EDM, and house, and take advantage of the fully stocked bar onboard. Boarding starts at 6:00 PM, with departure at 6:30 PM, and the cruise returns at 9:30 PM. There’s a 21+ age requirement with valid ID, and a birthday guest can receive a free bottle of champagne with a reservation.

Bona Fide Duo presents a concert at the William Musto Cultural Center-Union City Museum that highlights more than three decades of their artistic journey. The performance honors their enduring collaboration.

Harlem Shark Bar comes alive as MILoCC brings back Queer Karaoke, pairing lively music with a welcoming sense of community. It is a celebration created by and for queer attendees, with opportunities to take the mic, cheer each performance, and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere together.

Catch Usher Raymond and Chris Brown at MetLife Stadium for a co-headlining R&B concert as part of The R&B Tour. The show takes place in East Rutherford, NJ.

Get ready for a big night of R&B and pop with USHER and Chris Brown at MetLife Stadium. The show starts at 7:00 PM, and tickets are available through Ticketmaster.

Esperanza Spalding performs a set that moves from spirited serenades to sometimes chilling ballads. Her newest work reveals a deeply rooted classical jazz training, brought to life through the enduring art of improvisation.

Luh Tyler and 1900Rugrat are taking the stage at Gramercy Theatre for the Destined for Greatness tour. The show starts at 7:00 PM.

Catch an indie rock and alternative night at Elsewhere - Zone One featuring Slow Joy and Growing Pains. The show starts at 7:00 PM.

Check out an acid techno and electronic night featuring Charlotte de Witte, with Yousuke Yukimatsu billed as a B2B partner. The doors and show start at 7:00 PM at Under the K Bridge Park in Brooklyn.

Enjoy a pink and white themed moonlight cruise departing from Brooklyn with music from DJs Chris Love, Skiz, Beetle, and Dave Diggs. A complimentary soul food buffet will be provided by Virgina Cuisine. Tickets are $75.

Please note that set times and any opening acts may change without notice. For accessible seating, email Info@BrooklynParamount.com to arrange accommodations. Guests with balcony admission can enjoy a dedicated entrance, balcony-level access, a private bar, private restrooms, and a private coat check.

A Leo Blue and White celebration at the revamped Co-op City Grand Ballroom honors five decades of Edenwald Day and Old Timers' Day. David and Steve The Bear Sheppard lead the commemoration, with a special salute to Steve Sheppard’s Olympic gold that inspired the first Edenwald Day. DJ sets by three Tri-state standouts, DJ Juan Coon, DJ Reggie Wells, and DJ Hollywood, will power the party. The festivities also recognize birthdays for Leos, with Dave celebrating his 74th. Tickets and reserved tables are available.

Get ready for a night of Latin music on the water with Aventura Boat Party: Bachata & Latin Yacht Cruise. Board at Pier 78 and enjoy a multi-deck harbor ride with live DJs spinning Bachata, Reggaeton, and other Latin hits. The experience includes heated indoor spaces plus open-air decks, with views of the Manhattan skyline and passes by iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge. A fully stocked bar is available onboard, and food can be purchased separately. This is an adults-only event for ages 21 and up with a physical ID.

Get ready for an emo and pop punk night as The Black Parade takes over the main room of QXT's in Newark. Expect DJs Jet, Swabby, and Katastrophiee spinning favorites from bands like Fall Out Boy, Yellowcard, My Chemical Romance, All Time Low, Blink-182, AFI, Panic! At the Disco, and more. Requests are welcome. There’s also additional DJ programming downstairs across The Crypt and Area 51. Doors are open for the night, and the event is for ages 21+.

Get ready for a night of straight reggaeton and nonstop perreo energy at this Brooklyn dance party. DJs will also be spinning a mix of Latin sounds including current pop hits, throwbacks, salsa, merengue, dembow, and more. Doors open at 10:00 PM, and the music runs into the early morning. Attendees must be 21+ with proper physical ID, and there is a dress code (no offensive language on clothing, and avoid athletic shorts, slides, swim trunks, sweatpants, Timberlands, sandals, and flip flops). VIP bottle service is available by reservation.

Set on the water at Hoboken 14th Street Pier, this Grateful Dead tribute cruise features Gratefully Yours in an authentic live performance that channels the band’s classic sound and improvisational spirit. The vibe is lively and communal, with space to dance on deck and sing alongside other fans. Beyond the music, the four hour outing doubles as a brunch party with a buffet, open air decks, and sweeping views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. A Shakedown inspired vendor area showcases 20-plus vendors offering tie dye, art, jewelry, vintage pieces, and more, echoing the feel of a Deadhead marketplace. Open to all ages, it brings together devoted showgoers and newer listeners for an easygoing afternoon centered on music, conversation, and community.

Bring your talent for a fun summer open mic at Rita's Ice in Woodbridge. Poets, singers, musicians, rappers, and performers are all invited to take the mic and share their work. Text 908-386-1339 to get your spot behind the microphone, and enjoy the sweet atmosphere while you watch local art. (Future dates include 9/13, 1-5 PM.)

Radio City Music Hall presents an arena-scale concert experience of Les Misérables, featuring Killian Donnelly as Jean Valjean and Bradley Jaden as Javert. Ticket pricing includes fees before any applicable taxes, and casting may change without notice. Purchasing tickets signifies agreement to the health and safety policies in place at the time, which may be updated based on government or venue guidance. The performance may include immersive elements such as strobe or intense lighting, powerful sound, striking visual effects, and atmospheric smoke or fog, which could affect those with related sensitivities. Ticket access includes a public onsale as well as various advance opportunities, such as options for American Express and Chase cardholders, a fan presale, a venue presale, Verizon Access offerings, and Official Platinum options.

Gene DiNapoli brings an oldies set and more to Hawkins Park. Pack a chair, a blanket, and snacks, and enjoy a bit of summer fun.

Enjoy a close-up, intimate live jazz experience inside BrownstoneJAZZ, a restored 19th-century Victorian brownstone in Bedford Stuyvesant. This Sunday after brunch features a trio set, with doors opening at 3:30 PM. Dress to impress for the Jazz Age, and note the house rules including no athletic wear, no smoking or vaping, ID required, and no refunds.

Get ready for a Sunday sunset Latin dance party at Pier 15. Expect high-energy perreo with heavy reggaeton, Latin trap, and dembow, plus DJs playing reggaeton and classics like salsa, bachata, and merengue. Doors open at 5:00 PM, and the party runs into the late night with a full bar and food menu available. This is an 21+ event with proper ID required, taking place at Watermark Beach Club outdoors by the river near the Brooklyn Bridge.

EuroGallery is an all-green-and-black formal in-person event featuring featured artwork from EuroArtVision, plus live music, food, and drinks. Doors open at 5:00 PM, and the event runs from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Catch Machel Montano live at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park. The show is scheduled for 6:00 PM local venue time.

The Red Clay Strays take the stage at Madison Square Garden in New York for a live performance.

Head to The Three Monkeys Bar for the Summer Sunset Sundays Concert Series featuring live music by Delaney White. It’s a laid-back, in-person evening designed for relaxing, good vibes, and smooth, soulful tunes, with about a 3-hour showtime.

Join a singer-songwriter showcase with Big City Folk, featuring their newest material and hosted by songsmith Niall Connolly. Expect a folksy evening of performances with featured artists, presented as part of the Big City Folk series.

Catch Bobby Brooks Wilson and Les Chiclettes for an evening of live music at Woodbridge High School. Tickets are available through the ticketing link shown on the event page.

Catch Monty Alexander for an evening of jazz at Birdland Jazz Club in New York. The show is listed to start at 7:00 PM.

millkzy is bringing a night of melodic rap, hip hop, and spoken-word vibes to Brooklyn. The show is scheduled for 10:00 PM at Baby's All Right - Brooklyn.

Catch Gibby Haynes live at Union Pool in New York. The show starts at 7:00 PM, and tickets are listed as sold out.

Catch Tyler Goldchain, along with Malik English and Arewa, for a 21+ music night at Berlin. Doors open at 6:00 PM, and the show starts at 7:00 PM.

Save Ferris and Midnight Foolishness are performing at Sony Hall. The show is scheduled for 8:00 PM local venue time.

K-LOVE Live in New York is a two-night event at Beacon Theatre. Night 1 is sold out and features music from Phil Wickham, Elevation Rhythm, and Terrian, including What an Awesome God, Washed, and Big God.

Get ready for an EP release show with live performances from Sizzy Rocket and BIG SISTER. The concert takes place at Baby's All Right - Brooklyn in Brooklyn.

Phil Wickham, Elevation Rhythm, and Terrian come together for K-LOVE Live in New York at Beacon Theatre. Ticket prices include fees before any applicable taxes. The lineup may change. Purchasing tickets indicates agreement to the health and safety measures in place at the time of the event, and these may be updated to align with government guidance and venue protocols. The production may feature immersive effects such as strobe or other intense lighting, strong sound, visual effects, and smoke or fog, which could affect guests with related sensitivities. For the most current venue policies and event details, refer to official Beacon Theatre information sources.

Catch a hip hop night at Webster Hall featuring Molly Santana and North West. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at 7:30 PM.

Get ready for a night of smooth, feel-good yacht rock vibes with Yacht Rock Revue at The Rooftop at Pier 17. The show starts at 7:30 PM, with tickets available through the listed ticket partners.

Bona Fide Duo appears at Barbès for a celebration of more than 30 years of artistic work. This milestone occasion honors a long creative journey.