5 upcoming · 2 local studios
Central Park offers nine music programs across three studios, with most sessions tailored to infants and toddlers ages 3 to 36 months. Baby Music & Movement classes run at multiple park entrances—E. 72nd, W. 86th, and W. 93rd—each priced at $43 per session. The Queens Public Library and waterfront venues also host free music events, from performances celebrating Herbie Hancock to open-air summer programming. Browse the full schedule below to find sessions by age group and location.
FREETue, Jun 2 · 6:00 PM
QPL Central Library Branch · Central Park
Herbie Hancock is a true architect of modern sound. From his groundbreaking work with Miles Davis to his own revolu
FREEWed, Jun 3 · 1:00 PM
QPL Central Library Branch · Central Park
Yvonnick Prené is a celebrated jazz harmonicist bandleader composer and educator. Known for his innovative artistry
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FREEWed, Jun 3 · 6:30 PM
On the Pier · Central Park
Enjoy introductory Argentine Tango lessons, music, and social dancing in the open air!
musicFREEWed, Jun 10 · 6:30 PM
On the Pier · Central Park
Enjoy introductory Argentine Tango lessons, music, and social dancing in the open air!
FREESat, Jun 13 · 2:00 PM
QPL Central Library Branch · Central Park
Valery Ponomarev a trumpeter of Art Blakeys Jazz Messengers will play the Messengers’ repertoire and his original c
Most music classes in Central Park run for ages 6 months through 5 years. Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
Prices in Central Park range from free library singalongs through about $50 per class for studio programs. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Most studio-run music classes require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park music programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.