Royel Otis have vaulted from indie blogs to festival main stages on the strength of jangly, hook-forward songs and a viral cover streak, and this Celebrate Brooklyn! benefit puts them under the trees at the Lena Horne Bandshell on the Park Slope edge of Prospect Park. It's one of the buzziest touring bands of the moment in a beloved outdoor room, with Ax and the Hatchetmen opening. Grab this ticket for an of-the-moment summer concert with a leafy Brooklyn backdrop.
What to expect
The bandshell has a covered stage facing a partly seated, partly standing lawn ringed by tall park trees. Benefit shows draw an enthusiastic, singalong crowd, so expect an energetic front section and a mellower fringe where people spread out. Gates open ahead of the set, giving you time to settle in before Royel Otis take the stage.
Good to know
- Enter Prospect Park near the Prospect Park West and 9th Street entrance closest to the bandshell
- Take the F or G to 7 Av or the 2/3 to Grand Army Plaza
- This is a paid benefit show, so buy in advance rather than expecting free entry
- Outside food is limited, but concessions are available on site
- Arrive early if you want a spot in the seated or front standing area
- Bring a light layer for the cooler post-sunset park air
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Common questions
Isn't Celebrate Brooklyn free?
Most Celebrate Brooklyn! shows are free, but this is one of the season's ticketed benefit concerts that fund the free programming.
Who is opening?
Chicago band Ax and the Hatchetmen supports Royel Otis on the bill.
Where is the Lena Horne Bandshell?
It's inside Prospect Park near the Prospect Park West and 9th Street entrance, on the Park Slope side.
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