Anjunadeep Open Air brings the London label's sunset-to-nightfall deep house to Central Park's SummerStage, with Jody Wisternoff & James Grant, Marsh, Durante and more stretching one euphoric set across seven hours. It is a proper outdoor day party rather than a club night, so you get open sky, treetops and skyline instead of a low ceiling. If you want the summer's most photogenic dance event and a crowd that treats the afternoon like the main event, this is it.
What to expect
Expect a festival-style outdoor field with a single main stage, long blended DJ sets and a sea of sunglasses rather than a headliner-and-openers structure. The music leans melodic, warm and hands-in-the-air, building steadily as the light drops behind the park's tree line. Food and drink vendors and bars ring the field.
Good to know
- Take the B or C to 72nd Street, or the 6 to 68th Street, then walk into the park to Rumsey Playfield
- This is a rain-or-shine outdoor event, so dress for full sun early and cooler air after dark
- Comfortable shoes matter more than style here; you will be standing and dancing on grass and pavement for hours
- Bags are subject to search and large backpacks are discouraged, so pack light
- Best suited to fans of melodic and deep house who want a dance-forward crowd, not a sit-down concert
- Arrive early if you want to be near the stage, as the field fills through the afternoon
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Common questions
Is this an all-ages show?
SummerStage shows are generally all ages, but this is a late-running dance event with bars, so it skews to an adult crowd; check the ticket page for any age minimums.
Is there re-entry?
Outdoor SummerStage events typically do not allow re-entry once you leave, so plan to stay for the duration.
What happens if it rains?
The event is billed as rain or shine; bring a poncho rather than an umbrella, which can block sightlines and be restricted.
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