Naumburg Orchestral concerts
Concert series
Since 1905, the Naumburg Orchestral Concerts has continuously presented free, outdoor classical music concerts to New Yorkers of all walks of life. It is the oldest such concert series in the world. Named after founder and philanthropist Elkan Naumburg, who donated the Naumburg Bandshell to New York City in 1923, and inspired by his own ardent love of music, the series seeks to stimulate and encourage new and expanded audiences for classical music in the informal and beautiful setting of Central Park.
The 2026 season features:
June 9: Simone Dinnerstein, Baroklyn, & CONCORA
June 23: The Knights
July 7: Delirium Musicum
July 21: Orchestra of St. Luke's
August 4: Nosky’s Baroque Band
Concerts begin at 7:30 pm and are at the Naumburg Bandshell, on the Concert Ground, Central Park (72nd St, mid-park). The concerts are free and reservations are not needed, and all will be broadcast live on WQXR for those unable to attend in person.
