For more information about how we use the information you provide to us, visit our Privacy Policy.

2025-26 Series & Festivals

Encounter the arts through a curated series or festival, each thoughtfully crafted around a theme, artform, historical moment in time, or audience. Whether you return to a favorite legacy program or discover something entirely new, we hope you leave feeling inspired by the arts—with a fresh perspective and connection to the world around you.

Find your series

American Songbook

Curated by Clint Ramos, American Songbook: Echoes of an Inheritance brings musical theater performances, powerhouse concerts, and genre-crossing experiences from March 18–May 23.

Big Umbrella Festival

From April 10–26, join us for a series of performances, workshops, relaxed spaces, and interactive experiences welcoming neurodivergent audiences and their families.

Lincoln Center Visionary Artist: Jeanine Tesori

Lincoln Center honors one extraordinary artist whose impact and vision embody the transformative power of the arts across disciplines.

AMOC* Up Close

Get up close to today’s most boundary-pushing artists in a one-of-a-kind showcase on our most intimate stage: featuring innovative new works from leading creators in music, dance, and opera.

Beats, Rhymes & Sights

A bold celebration of Hip-Hop’s next fifty years, this series brings together iconic concerts, film, dance, and interactive events curated by Xavier “X” Jernigan.

Create-athons

A series of free, hands-on workshops where participants team up with pro artists to dive into music, design, tech, and more—no experience needed, just bring your creativity.

Festival of Firsts

Feed your curiosity with premiere performances, Lincoln Center debuts, and fresh collaborations, so that you can say, “I saw them first!”

Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center

The Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center comes together each summer during Lincoln Center's Summer for the City to celebrate and share iconic works of classical music in dialogue with new and rediscovered music.

FUTUROS: New Ideas in Composition

Don't miss New Latin Wave’s annual concert series at the David Rubenstein Atrium, celebrating visionary Latine artists shaping contemporary music.

Kids, Teens, and Families

A joyful and inclusive series of music, dance, storytelling, and hands-on creativity for young audiences and their families, with sensory-friendly and bilingual events throughout the season.

Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival

From October 14–29, celebrate the artistic legacy of San Juan Hill with events that shine a light on the artists who created here and the community that inspired them.

Lincoln Center Immersive

Step into a vivid blend of art and technology with augmented reality installations that transform Lincoln Center’s campus into a living, digital canvas.

Lincoln Center Moments

A free, welcoming performance series created for individuals with dementia and their caregivers, offering intimate artistic experiences in a supportive setting.

Livestreams

Watch select Lincoln Center performances from anywhere with free livestreams all season long—complete with closed captions and on-demand access.

Passport to the Arts

A free and inclusive introduction to the performing arts, this series welcomes children, teens, and adults with disabilities and their families to experience concerts, workshops, and events across Lincoln Center.

Seen, Sound, Scribe

Curated by Poet-in-Residence Mahogany L. Browne, this powerful series uplifts poetry, performance, and dialogue with today’s leading and emerging literary voices.

Songwriter/Storyteller

A six-night tribute to the timeless art of storytelling through song, featuring genre-defying artists who blend narrative and music with heart and originality.

The Art of Wellbeing

Refresh your mind, body, and spirit with free guided meditations, movement classes, and live music in this uplifting wellness series created with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.

The InBETWEEN Music & Tech

An electrifying fusion of art, tech, and imagination, this series from Nona Hendryx invites audiences to explore AI, XR, and cyborg futures through immersive experiences and visionary dialogue.

The Tune Up!

Pulitzer Prize winner Suzan-Lori Parks and her nine-piece band SLP & The Joyful Noise ignite a high-voltage night of new songs, short plays, surprise guests, and dance-in-the-aisles joy.

Under the Radar at Lincoln Center

Part of NYC’s trailblazing Under the Radar, this series brings two bold new productions to Lincoln Center, spotlighting boundary-breaking voices from around the globe.

Unsound New York

The boundary-defying Unsound Festival returns to Lincoln Center with genre-blurring performances that reimagine sound through bold experimentation and global artistry.

Variations on America: A Discussion Series

In partnership with the New York Philharmonic, this free discussion series explores the American experience through music, history, and culture—moderated by ethnomusicologist Fredara Hadley.

¡VAYA!

A vibrant celebration of Latin music and dance, ¡VAYA! brings NYC’s top orchestras and rhythms to the stage—for dancers, listeners, and everyone in between.

Young Artist Pipeline

A free training program for sixth and seventh graders, Young Artist Pipeline nurtures emerging talent through foundational arts education, creative exploration, and pathways to NYC’s screened arts high schools.

Ticketing Overview

Our goal is to continue exploring new ticketing practices together as a community to make our performances more accessible to more people and to center equity and inclusion in every aspect of our field. All tickets for  Lincoln Center Presents programs are FREE or Choose-What-You-Pay. Please refer to the dedicated event page of the show you’d like to attend to confirm ticketing options.

Choose-What-You-Pay Events

Select Choose-What-You-Pay tickets are on sale now!
Become a member today to get access to exclusive Member Pre-sales.

With Choose-What-You-Pay ticketing, you decide what's right for you. We offer a suggested ticket price, as well as options to pay more or less. The minimum ticket price is $5.00.

Free General Admission Events

Many performances and events, including all programming at the David Rubenstein Atrium, are available for FREE via General Admission—first-come, first-served. Advance reservations are not required for these events; just show up! While we'll do our best to accommodate as many guests as possible, we cannot guarantee admission. Look for the “FREE” label on calendar listings and show pages, or select the “Free” calendar filter to search for a wide range of free programming.

Free Fast Track Option

All Lincoln Center Presents events at the David Rubenstein Atrium offer a Fast Track reservation option, giving priority entry into events. Reservations for Fast Track will open every Monday at noon for that week's events and can be reserved on this page. Please check the event's dedicated web page to confirm if Fast Track is available for the performance you'd like to attend.

3 Ways to Buy Tickets

There are three ways to purchase Choose-What-You-Pay and full-price tickets.

1. Book online from the event's dedicated web page.
2. Call CenterCharge at 212-721-6500 from Monday–Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm (EST).
3. Book in-person at the Alice Tully Hall box office (Broadway and 66th Street) or the David Geffen Hall box office from Monday–Saturday 10:00 am–6:00 pm and Sunday noon–6:00 pm.

Originally from Venezuela, the GRAMMY-nominated bassist Álvaro Benavides is now based out of NYC, where he regularly performs with some of the world's most renowned Cuban bands. Famed for his unshakeable timing and unerring instinct, Benavides' beats and grooves combust alongside the cajón into an uplifting and powerful rhythmic surge. In the past decade, Benavides has been best known as a member of the acclaimed Pedrito Martinez Group, and he has also been seen on stage with luminaries including Wynton Marsalis, John Scofield, Steve Gadd, Rubén Blades, and Issac Delgado. For an intimate ¡VAYA! social dance event, Benavides leads a quintet featuring his former bandmates Jhair Sala on percussion and Ariacne Trujillo on keys and vocals—accompanied by Leo Gruber on back vocals and a very special guest: master cajón player Diego “El Negro” Alvarez.

Venue

David Rubenstein Atrium

1887 Broadway, New York, NY 10023

For ticketing, call CenterCharge at 212-721-6500 from Monday–Friday 10:00 am–6:00 pm (EST).

For general inquiries, call Guest Experience at 212-875-5456 or email [email protected].

The David Rubenstein Atrium is open daily to the public and for weekly scheduled events; entry is always free and tickets are not required. Free programming includes performances by artists from across the world, artistic panels, creative workshops, family shows, opportunities for civic engagement, and social events. Learn more »

Accessibility

Accessible seating and designated aisle seats; Accessible restrooms and accessible routes

FM assistive listening devices with headsets and neck loops

¡VAYA!

Zoilapianista and Her Band

Lincoln Center Presents

February 06 at 7:30 pm

David Rubenstein Atrium

Mexican-born salsera and pianist Zoilapianista leads her band and captivates the audience with her soaring musicality.

ALL AGES

In-person
& Livestream

SOCIAL DANCE

SALSA

Learn More

¡VAYA!

Típica Novel

Lincoln Center Presents

April 10 at 7:30 pm

David Rubenstein Atrium

With their imaginative adaptations of Cuban charanga orchestrations, generations of music lovers have embraced the ensemble’s irresistible rhythms.

ALL AGES

MUSIC

SOCIAL DANCE

CHARANGA

Learn More

Be the first to know!

For more information about how we use the information you provide to us, visit our Privacy Policy>

Be Part of Our Community

Support the performing arts and enjoy year-round benefits when you become a Friend or Patron! Members get Fast Track entry, ticket pre-sale codes, behind-the-scenes experiences, invitations to special events and more.

Explore Membership

Support Our Artistic Community

Lincoln Center is committed to the power of the arts and the important role it plays in our lives. Give today to join our mission and help champion the future of Lincoln Center.

Donate

A contribution of any size makes a big impact!

Thanks to Our Supporters

Menu

About

2025-26 Season

Ticketing

Visit

Choose-What-You-Pay

Ticketing

Upcoming Events

Stay up to date

Thank you

UPCOMING SHOWS

Thursday, February 5 at 7:30 pm

Season One, Episode 4

Friday, February 6 at 6:00 pm

Friday, February 6 at 7:30 pm

Friday, February 6 at 7:30 pm

With Renée Fleming, Dr. Francis Collins, and Friends

Saturday, February 7 at 10:00 am

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Saturday, February 7 at 11:00 am

Saturday, February 7 at 6:00 pm

Tuesday, February 10 at 11:00 am

Thursday, February 12 at 7:30 pm

Friday, February 13 at 7:30 pm

Avant Neighbors Edition

Saturday, February 14 at 7:30 pm

Co-presented by J.PERIOD

Thursday, February 19 at 7:30 pm

Friday, February 20 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, February 21 at 1:00 pm

Saturday, February 21 at 7:30 pm

An Immersive Concert

Sunday, February 22 at 11:00 am

Thursday, February 26 at 6:00 pm

Lincoln Center Presents In collaboration with NewYork-Presbyterian

Thursday, February 26 at 7:30 pm

A Transformative Evening of Sound, Story, and Sistahood

Friday, February 27 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, February 28 at 1:30 pm

With Sam Rolfes

Saturday, February 28 at 7:30 pm

Thursday, March 5 at 7:30 pm

Friday, March 6 at 11:00 am

Friday, March 6 at 2:00 pm

Friday, March 6 at 7:30 pm

Saturday, March 7 at 11:00 am

Saturday, March 7 at 2:00 pm

Saturday, March 7 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, March 8 at 11:00 am

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Lincoln Center Presents
In collaboration with NewYork-Presbyterian