Free Dead in the Park 2026

Join us for the seventh annual Free Dead in the Park concert, featuring the sensational Stella Blue’s Band! 🌞 This exciting event, presented by The Capitol Theatre and Friends of Free Dead in the Park, aims to benefit Riverkeeper, as we follow in the footsteps of the Grateful Dead from over 50 years ago.

📅 Date: Tuesday, May 12
🕟 Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Location: Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park, New York City

Get ready for two unforgettable sets of music dedicated to raising awareness and funds to clean the Hudson River. 💧 No tickets are required—just come, dance, and enjoy this all-ages show with your friends and family! 🌳

Thanks to our generous sponsors, which include the Morgan Le Fay Dreams Foundation, Warner Bros. Discovery, Lanza Family Foundation, The Zankel Music Fund, Grateful Guitars, Blavatnik Family Foundation, Schaevitz Family Foundation, Boston Investment Professionals, The Other, and more, this event is completely free! 🎉

As a special bonus, attendees who become members of Riverkeeper at the event will receive an exclusive commemorative t-shirt featuring artwork by Kelley Wills of Brain Flower Designs. 🎨

We can't wait to see you in the park for a day filled with music and community spirit!
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