Hudson Yards has unveiled the 2024 lineup for Backyard at Hudson Yards, New York City's outdoor entertainment hub, presented by Wells Fargo. Events offered this year include performances by The Public Theatre's Mobile Unit, an interactive storytime event with the New York Public Library, a social reading party with Reading Rhythms, and curated fitness classes by Alo Yoga.
Popular free concert seriesProgrammed by The Bowery Presents, returns with top artists like Keke Palmer, David Archuleta, Brynn Cartelli, and more. There will also be movie screenings, a live sports viewing party on a 30-foot giant screen provided by Verizon, a Mozart family concert for the Munchkins, outdoor dining and more.
As a presenting sponsor, Wells Fargo is providing customers with exclusive benefits, including priority seating and early reservation access to select events.
big screen
Watch games, series and tournaments of basketball, soccer, tennis, baseball, golf, F1, hockey, football and more on the 30-foot giant screen provided by Verizon at Public Square and Gardens.
Plus, enjoy family movies this spring and romantic comedies in September. Wells Fargo customers secure preferred seating for all big screen and movie night screenings. Simply show your Wells Fargo debit card, credit card, or mobile app to a Hudson Yards team member at the Plaza.
family movie
- Saturday, May 18: DC Superpet League
- Saturday May 25: Happy Feet
- Saturday June 1: Wonka
movie night
- Friday September 13: Cinderella Story
- Friday, September 20th: PS I love you
- Friday, September 27: Mail arrived
- Friday, October 4: He's just not that into you
- Friday, October 11: No reservations
- Friday, October 18: Monster
- Friday, October 25: Witches (2020)
summer concert
Hudson Yards hosts free live concerts every Wednesday from June through August on the Wells Fargo stage in Public Square & Gardens.
Lineup 2024
- June 19 – Chase Beckham
- June 26 – David Archuleta
- July 3 – Artist to be announced later
- July 10 – Bryn Cartelli
- July 17 – Ray Bull
- July 24 – Artist TBC
- July 31 – Beach Weather
- August 7 – Keke Palmer
power time
join Free yoga, Pilates, and dance cardio fitness classes on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. Starting May 14, it will be held at Public Square & Gardens from 8 to 9 a.m. Alo Yoga, a popular wellness and activewear brand, is located on the second floor of The Shops & Restaurant at Hudson Yards. Also, don't miss out on the in-store gift card giveaway after each class!
If you would like to attend one of the courses, you can register on the official website.
backyard snacks
Enjoy the summer atmosphere in Verano, a public square and garden where delicious food, cool drinks and a lively atmosphere await! Feast on Mexican street food-inspired delicacies at this newest outdoor hotspot with stunning views of the Hudson River and breathtaking sunsets.
Wells Fargo customers will have priority access on a first-come, first-served basis during Verano's peak season, which opens May 2 through November 3.
family fun
On May 18th, enjoy a full day of family fun with exciting activities including a screening of DC League of Super-Pets on the 30-foot giant screen, a performance of Mozart's Jazz for the Munchkins, a live puppet show of “The Little Red” and more. Hen” by WonderSpark Puppets!
Inside The Shops & Restaurant at Hudson Yards, kids can enjoy face painting and custom balloons from a balloon artist, plus special family-friendly shopping and dining options. Seating is limited, so please bring your own mat and blanket for added comfort.
Don’t miss Mozart for Munchkins. Free monthly interactive family concerts every third Saturday from May to September In public squares and gardens. Plus, enjoy an immersive storytime session hosted by the New York Public Library. Perfect for children ages 0-12, you can read books, songs and rhymes aloud and then enjoy collaborative art activities.
Storytime with the New York Public Library
- May 25: 1pm – 2pm
- June 22: 10am – 12pm
- July 27: 10am – 12pm
- August 24: 10am – 12pm
- September 28: 10am – 12pm
- October 26: 10am – 12pm
Shakespeare at Sunset
Experience a bilingual musical adaptation. comedy of errors to 10 free performance In June. Enjoy a delightful 90-minute show filled with contemporary Latin American rhythms this summer at the Public Theater at Hudson Yards Backyard. Register here to learn more.
Wells Fargo customers can reserve preferred seating for all Public Theater performances on a first-come, first-served basis here.
- June 6th 6:30pm – 8:00pm
- June 7th 6:30 PM – 8 PM
- June 8th 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM & 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- June 9th 1-2:30 PM & 6:30-8 PM
- June 13th 6:30pm – 8:00pm
- June 14th 6:30pm – 8:00pm
- June 20th 6:30pm – 8:00pm
- June 21st 6:30 PM – 8 PM