Updated
Updated · Playbill · Jun 22
Little Island Unveils 56-Event 2026 Summer Season as Tickets Start at $25
Updated
Updated · Playbill · Jun 22

Little Island Unveils 56-Event 2026 Summer Season as Tickets Start at $25

2 articles · Updated · Playbill · Jun 22

Summary

  • July 29 to Sept. 6, Little Island will stage 56 events after speculation over whether the New York venue would continue its summer programming.
  • The lineup spans concerts, world premieres, live radio, culinary events and parties, with highlights including Julio Torres and Martine Gutierrez's "Marina," Laurie Anderson collaborations, Cécile McLorin Salvant and Qween Jean's Summer Legacy Ball.
  • The season will use Little Island's two outdoor venues, The Amph and The Glade; Amph tickets cost $25, while Glade performances and Play Ground parties are free.
  • Opened in 2021 on the rebuilt Pier 54, the Hudson River park says it has drawn more than 7.5 million visitors and presented over 885 performances.

Insights

Is Little Island, born from a superstorm, a blueprint for climate-resilient cities or a beautiful experiment?
How does Qween Jean's Summer Legacy Ball channel the spirit of her historic Tony win for trans visibility?
As private wealth builds 'public' parks, what is the true cost to our cities and communities?