The Rooftop at Pier 17 is the closest thing New York has to a stadium view without a stadium — an open deck five floors up where the Brooklyn Bridge frames stage left and the Financial District towers glow behind the soundboard. Max McNown's Summer Vacation Tour lands there with The Jack Wharff Band opening, which means an hour of warm-up before the skyline turns its evening colors. If you want a concert photo that needs no filter, this is the Seaport night to spend it on.
What to expect
Doors open an hour before the set, and the smart move is arriving early to claim rail space along the river side of the deck. The stage faces inward with the bridge over your shoulder, so the best photos happen during the opener while there is still light. The show proceeds rain or shine, and the deck is fully open to the sky.
Good to know
- Take the 2/3, 4/5, A/C/J/Z to Fulton Street, then walk east toward the water
- The deck is uncovered — dress for the wind coming off the East River
- Tickets are sold through AXS and at the AXS box office on Pier 17
- River-side rail spots go first; arrive with the opener if you want one
- Elevators run to the rooftop level, and the venue is step-free from the Pier 17 lobby
- Bars and food from the Pier 17 vendors are downstairs before you head up
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Common questions
Who is opening the show?
The Jack Wharff Band supports Max McNown on this Rooftop at Pier 17 date.
Is the rooftop covered if it rains?
No. The Rooftop at Pier 17 is an open-air deck and shows run rain or shine, so bring a layer.
Where exactly is the venue?
The Rooftop at Pier 17, 89 South Street, five floors above the East River in the Seaport.
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