New Swing Sextet plays the salsa and Latin jazz that grew out of late-1960s New York, and Lincoln Center frames the night as a trip back to the city's dance halls circa 1967. The ¡VAYA! series turns the atrium into a free dance floor during Hispanic Heritage Month, drawing seasoned dancers and curious first-timers alike. If you want live Latin music without a cover charge, this is an easy yes.
What to expect
Expect a live band set in the glass-walled atrium across Broadway from the main Lincoln Center campus, with space for dancing and a mixed, all-ages crowd. Free atrium shows fill up, so the room gets lively fast.
Good to know
- The atrium is on Broadway between 62nd and 63rd Streets; take the 1 to 66 St–Lincoln Center.
- Atrium events can reach capacity, so arrive early.
- Wear shoes you can dance in.
- The event is open to all ages.
- The atrium is street-level and wheelchair accessible.
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Common questions
Is it free?
Yes, Lincoln Center lists it as free and open to all ages.
What kind of music is it?
Salsa, Latin jazz and more, in a style rooted in late-1960s New York.
Can I dance?
Yes, ¡VAYA! nights are built around live music people dance to.
