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2025-26 Series & Festivals

Encounter the arts through a curated series or festival, each thoughtfully crafted around a theme, artform, historical moment in time, or audience. Whether you return to a favorite legacy program or discover something entirely new, we hope you leave feeling inspired by the arts—with a fresh perspective and connection to the world around you.

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Summer for the City

From June 10–August 8, celebrate the Summer of Dance with hundreds of FREE and Choose-What-You-Pay events, centered on movement, contemporary artistry, and international voices.

American Songbook

Curated by Clint Ramos, American Songbook: Echoes of an Inheritance brings musical theater performances, powerhouse concerts, and genre-crossing experiences from March 18–May 23.

Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center

The Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center comes together each summer during Lincoln Center's Summer for the City to celebrate and share iconic works of classical music in dialogue with new and rediscovered music.

AMOC* Up Close

Get up close to today’s most boundary-pushing artists in a one-of-a-kind showcase on our most intimate stage: featuring innovative new works from leading creators in music, dance, and opera.

Beats, Rhymes & Sights

A bold celebration of Hip-Hop’s next fifty years, this series brings together iconic concerts, film, dance, and interactive events curated by Xavier “X” Jernigan.

Big Umbrella Festival

From April 10–26, join us for a series of performances, workshops, relaxed spaces, and interactive experiences welcoming neurodivergent audiences and their families.

Create-athons

A series of free, hands-on workshops where participants team up with pro artists to dive into music, design, tech, and more—no experience needed, just bring your creativity.

Festival of Firsts

Feed your curiosity with premiere performances, Lincoln Center debuts, and fresh collaborations, so that you can say, “I saw them first!”

FUTUROS: New Ideas in Composition

Don't miss New Latin Wave’s annual concert series at the David Rubenstein Atrium, celebrating visionary Latine artists shaping contemporary music.

Kids, Teens, and Families

A joyful and inclusive series of music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on creativity for young audiences and their families, with sensory-friendly and bilingual events throughout the season.

Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival

From October 14–29, celebrate the artistic legacy of San Juan Hill with events that shine a light on the artists who created here and the community that inspired them.

Lincoln Center Immersive

Step into a vivid blend of art and technology with augmented reality installations that transform Lincoln Center’s campus into a living, digital canvas.

Lincoln Center Moments

A free, welcoming performance series created for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, offering intimate artistic experiences in a supportive setting.

Lincoln Center Visionary Artist: Jeanine Tesori

Lincoln Center honors one extraordinary artist whose impact and vision embody the transformative power of the arts across disciplines.

Livestreams

Watch select Lincoln Center performances from anywhere with free livestreams all season long—complete with closed captions and on-demand access.

Passport to the Arts

A free and inclusive introduction to the performing arts, this series welcomes children, teens, and adults with disabilities and their families to experience concerts, workshops, and events across Lincoln Center.

Seen, Sound, Scribe

Curated by Poet-in-Residence Mahogany L. Browne, this powerful series uplifts poetry, performance, and dialogue with today’s leading and emerging literary voices.

Songwriter/Storyteller

A six-night tribute to the timeless art of storytelling through song, featuring genre-defying artists who blend narrative and music with heart and originality.

The Art of Wellbeing

Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with free guided meditations, movement classes, and live music in this uplifting wellness series created with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.

The InBETWEEN Music & Tech

An electrifying fusion of art, tech, and imagination, this series from Nona Hendryx invites audiences to explore AI, XR, and cyborg futures through immersive experiences and visionary dialogue.

The Tune Up!

Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks and her nine-piece band SLP & The Joyful Noise ignite a high-voltage night of new songs, short plays, surprise guests, and dance-in-the-aisles joy.

Under the Radar at Lincoln Center

Part of NYC’s trailblazing Under the Radar, this series brings two bold new productions to Lincoln Center, spotlighting boundary-breaking voices from around the globe.

Unsound New York

The boundary-defying Unsound Festival returns to Lincoln Center with genre-blurring performances that reimagine sound through bold experimentation and global artistry.

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

In partnership with the New York Philharmonic, this free discussion series explores the American experience through music, history, and culture—moderated by ethnomusicologist Fredara Hadley.

¡VAYA!

A vibrant celebration of Latin music and dance, ¡VAYA! brings NYC’s top orchestras and rhythms to the stage—for dancers, listeners, and everyone in between.

Young Artist Pipeline

A free training program for sixth and seventh graders, Young Artist Pipeline nurtures emerging talent through foundational arts education, creative exploration, and pathways to NYC’s screened arts high schools.

Ticketing Overview

Our goal is to continue exploring new ticketing practices together as a community to make our performances more accessible to more people and to center equity and inclusion in every aspect of our field. All tickets for  Lincoln Center Presents programs are FREE or Choose-What-You-Pay. Please refer to the dedicated event page of the show you’d like to attend to confirm ticketing options.

Choose-What-You-Pay Events

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With Choose-What-You-Pay ticketing, you decide what's right for you. We offer a suggested ticket price, as well as options to pay more or less. The minimum ticket price is $5.00.

Free General Admission Events

Many performances and events, including all programming at the David Rubenstein Atrium, are available for FREE via General Admission—first-come, first-served. Advance reservations are not required for these events; just show up! While we'll do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible, we cannot guarantee admission. Look for the “FREE” label on calendar listings and show pages, or select the “Free” calendar filter to search for a wide range of free programming.

Free Fast Track Option

All Lincoln Center Presents events at the David Rubenstein Atrium offer a Fast Track reservation option, giving priority entry into events. Reservations for Fast Track will open every Monday at noon for that week's events and can be reserved on this page. Please check the event's dedicated web page to confirm if Fast Track is available for the performance you'd like to attend.

3 Ways to Buy Tickets

There are three ways to purchase Choose-What-You-Pay and full-price tickets.

1. Book online from the event's dedicated web page.
2. Call CenterCharge at 212-721-6500 from Monday–Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm (EST).
3. Book in-person at the Alice Tully Hall box office (Broadway and 66th Street) or the David Geffen Hall box office from Monday–Saturday 10:00 am–6:00 pm and Sunday noon–6:00 pm.

Join us at Lincoln Center’s David Geffen Hall for an evening of celebration and performance, honoring Andreas C. Dracopoulos, Co-President of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF), and Misty Copeland, Inaugural Lincoln Center Luminary Award Recipient. EGOT-winning, critically acclaimed, multiplatinum artist and producer John Legend headlines our gala event with a standout musical performance. This star-studded, one-night-only concert raises critical funds necessary to support Lincoln Center’s work in the community, ensuring free and accessible programming for all. You're invited to be a part of this memorable evening of music and celebration!

Venue

Wu Tsai Theater, David Geffen Hall

10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023

For ticketing, call CenterCharge at 212-721-6500 from Monday–Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm (EST)

For general inquiries, call Guest Experience at 212-875-5456 or email [email protected].

Home to the New York Philharmonic, the Wu Tsai Theater is designed with optimized sightlines in mind, resulting in a unified and intimate relationship between audience and performer. The hall's state-of-the-art flexibility accommodates choral performances, recitals, semi-staged opera, dance, film premieres, amplified pop and rock concerts, and more. Learn more »

Accessible seating and designated aisle seats; Accessible restrooms and accessible routes

Hearing loop installed. Loop receivers available

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UPCOMING SHOWS

Friday, May 15 at 7:00 pm

Friday, May 15 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, May 16 at 2:00 pm

Saturday, May 16 at 7:00 pm

Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 pm

Mind and the Muse

Sunday, May 17 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with Lincoln Center Theater

Wednesday, May 20 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with The Juilliard School

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

MUSIC

Wednesday, May 20 at 1:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with The Juilliard School

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

MUSIC

Thursday, May 21 at 7:30 pm

Asia Decides: Korea vs. Philippines

Friday, May 22 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, May 23 at 7:30 pm

Featuring DJ Lina, Anthony Roth Costanzo, and Kangmin Justin Kim

Sunday, May 24 at 1:00 pm

With Alex and Olmsted

WORKSHOP

TEENS

Thursday, May 28 at 1:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with the Metropolitan Opera

Virtual on Zoom

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

OPERA

Thursday, May 28 at 7:30 pm

Friday, May 29 at 7:30 pm

Featuring MR.LIFE OF THE PARTY aka DJ FLY TY

Monday, June 1 at 8:30 pm

Lincoln Center Summer Gala Concert

Wednesday, June 3 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

MUSIC

Wednesday, June 3 at 1:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

MUSIC

Wednesday, June 10 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Wednesday, June 10 at 1:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Wednesday, June 10 at 4:30 pm

By KEIGWIN + COMPANY

The Dance Floor

Wednesday, June 10 at 5:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with Jodhpur RIFF

Hearst Plaza

Wednesday, June 10 at 6:30 pm

With Caleb Teicher & Company and Eyal Vilner Big Band

The Dance Floor

Wednesday, June 10 at 10:00 pm

The Dance Floor

Thursday, June 11 at 5:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with Lincoln Center Theater

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The Juilliard School

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The Juilliard School

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with the Metropolitan Opera

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with Jodhpur RIFF