Music and Dancing Events to Check Out Over the Summer in Westchester
There are so many opportunities to enjoy live music, cultural celebrations, and dance events over the summer. From African dancing to ballet under the stars, you’ll definitely want to add these engaging events to your calendar this summer. Check out our on-going list below:
Be sure to add this list of summer concerts in Westchester to your calendar.
Saturday, June 25th and Sunday, June 26th from 1:00pm-7:00pm
Feel Good Music Series: Enjoy two-days of music as a part of Peekskill’s Feel Good Music Series. The line-up includes Katy Maeve (Soulful Singer-Songwriter), LoveHoney (Psych Rock/Soul), Gillian Margot Quartet (Jazz/Soul), The Bluechips (Alt Rock), Reencuentro Andino (Music of Ecuador), and Marion Cowings (Jazz). There will also be a community mural projects, arts’ activities, and yummy food trucks featuring Las 3 Americas Food Truck, Cousins Maine Lobster, and Homestyle Creamery. 1 John Walsh Blvd, Peekskill, NY 10566.
Sunday, June 26th from 12:00pm-4:00pm
Pride Tea Dance: Enjoy an afternoon of dance and tea in celebration of Pride Month at the Hotel Nyack. Hotel Nyack, 400 High Avenue, Nyack, NY 10960.
Tuesday, June 28th from 6:30pm-7:30pm
Dorrance Dance Outdoor Performance: Watch a performance from the Dorrance Dance Company in Tarrytown featuring selections from SOUNDspace that uses tap dancing as music. Pocantico Center, 200 Lake Road, Tarrytown, NY, 10591.
Saturday, July 9 at 8:00pm
Radio Jarocho: Watch a stunning musical performance at the Hudson River Museum featuring the music Radio Jarocho. This energetic band plays a mix of old jarocho tunes infused with the sounds of NYC. The event is free and first-come, first-served. 511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701.
Saturday, July 16th at 8:00pm
The New York Korean Performing Arts Center: Watch a traditional Korean dance as a part of the Hudson River Museum’s free Amphitheater series. Your kids are sure to love the movements and stunning costumes featuring movements from different regions and eras in Korea. 511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701.
Wednesday, July 20th from 7:00pm-8:30pm
Celebrate African Dance, Drumming, Storytelling: Watch a performance from the Chiku Awali African Dance, Arts & Culture. During this event, children will watch and learn this West African dance as well as hear stories. The event is for children of all ages. White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601.
Friday, July 22nd at 6:30pm
Ballet Under the Stars: Watch a beautiful performance at the Wadsworth Mansion featuring performers from Connecticut Ballet. The program is narrated by the company’s artistic director and includes the new ballet, Spanish-flavored Paquita and big band music. 421 Wadsworth Street, Middletown, CT 06457.
Saturday, August 6th from 2:00pm-6:00pm
The Braata Folk Singers: Enjoy a performance from this singing group, including singing and dance. White Plains Public Library, 100 Martine Avenue, White Plains, NY 10601.
Friday, August 19th at 8:00pm
Natyamudra Classical Indian Dance: See the style of Bharatanatyam dancing at the Hudson River Museum with your family this summer. This classical dance of India uses hand movements to tell a story as well as rhythmic, vigorous footwork and sharp movements. There is also an interactive element where you and your family can participate and explore these basic movements. 511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701.