There are tons of concerts for adults at SummerStage, but this show is geared to the peanut gallery. Headlining the Central Park mainstage's family day are Shine and the Moonbeams, a funky, family-friendly group providing R&B tunes. The Noel Pointer Youth Orchestra, high-energy acrobatics crew The Red Trouser Show, dance troupe Batoto Yetu and a movement performance by Ziporah Roney and Collaborative Arists round out the lineup. For a complete schedule, visit cityparksfoundation.org. All ages.
RECOMMENDED: More summer activities for kids
Outdoor summer concerts are a great excuse for NYC families to post up on blankets in the grass, enjoy the music and let the little ones run around. The shows aimed at adults are often fair game if you're looking for an alfesco hangout spot, but you won't want to miss out on these seasonal concerts designed just for kids! These live performances in NYC parks and other outdoor venues are a must when it comes to free summer activities for kids. They'll get acquainted with all different musical styles and jump in on plenty of outdoor activities—the upbeat artists will even have parents tapping their toes to the tunes!
