The Rooftop at Pier 17 is the city's most scenic concert venue, an open-air stage perched over the East River where major touring artists play all summer with the Brooklyn Bridge lit up behind them. The Concert Series runs May through October and consistently lands buzzy, sought-after acts in an intimate-feeling rooftop setting. If you want a live show with the best skyline backdrop in New York, this is the ticket.
What to expect
Expect a general-admission or seated rooftop concert at Pier 17 with a single headlining act, bar service and panoramic harbor views. Shows are ticketed and run into the night. Arrive early for the best rail spots and sunset.
Good to know
- Ticketed concert series at The Rooftop at Pier 17, the Seaport
- Runs May through October
- Trains: Fulton St (2/3/4/5/A/C/J/Z), walk east
- Open-air — check weather and dress in layers
- Best for: concertgoers who want a scenic venue
- Buy tickets early; popular shows sell out
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Common questions
Is it ticketed?
Yes — each concert requires a ticket.
When does the series run?
From May through October.
Where is it?
On The Rooftop at Pier 17 at the Seaport.
