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We’re Back

Mayor Adams invites all New Yorkers to join together in support of peace, prosperity and a call to unify across New York City. Together we can overcome every challenge!

Five Boroughs | Ten Events

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Brooklyn

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Queens

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Staten Island

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Bronx

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Manhattan

Funk Flex Added to the August 7th Rise Up NYC Show at Orchard Beach, Bronx!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Get ready, Bronx — legendary DJ and hip-hop pioneer Funk Flex is joining the Rise Up NYC concert series at Orchard Beach on Thursday, August 7th for a FREE, can’t-miss night of music, energy, and fun! Read More About This Article Announcements

Wayne Wonder Brings Reggae & Soca Vibes to Roy Wilkins Park for Rise Up NYC!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Wayne Wonder hits the stage at Roy Wilkins Park on Saturday, August 16th as part of the Rise Up NYC concert series! Read More About This Article Announcements

Luis Vargas Brings Latin Tropical Rhythms to Orchard Beach for Rise Up NYC!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Get ready, Bronx — the king of bachata, Luis Vargas, is coming to Orchard Beach on Wednesday, August 6th as part of the Rise Up NYC concert series! Read More About This Article Announcements

Johnny Gill Brings Smooth R&B to Harlem for Rise Up NYC!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Get ready for a night of smooth vocals and classic R&B hits as Johnny Gill takes the stage in Manhattan at Rise Up NYC on Saturday, August 2nd Read More About This Article Announcements

Lisa Lisa Brings Freestyle Fever to Staten Island for Rise Up NYC!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Get ready to dance the night away as legendary freestyle and dance music icon Lisa Lisa takes the stage at Midland Beach on Saturday, July 26th Read More About This Article Announcements

Gospel Icon Hezekiah Walker to Headline the Evening of Faith at Rise Up NYC in Brooklyn!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Brooklyn, get ready for an unforgettable night of worship and celebration as legendary gospel artist Hezekiah Walker takes the stage for the Evening of Faith at Rise Up NYC on Sunday, July 21st at Wingate Park. Read More About This Article Announcements

Fabolous Headlines Rise Up NYC R&B Night – July 20 at Wingate Park, Brooklyn!

June 25, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc On Saturday, July 20, legendary MC and smooth lyricist Fabolous will take over Wingate Park for a FREE outdoor concert you don’t want to miss. Read More About This Article Announcements

R&B Star Lloyd Joins Rise Up NYC in Brooklyn – July 20!

June 23, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc The smooth sounds of R&B will echo through the city this summer as Lloyd takes the stage at Rise Up NYC on Saturday, July 20. Read More About This Article Announcements

Save the Date: Evening of Faith Returns to Brooklyn on July 21!

June 23, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Rise Up NYC’s Evening of Faith is making its powerful return to Brooklyn on Sunday, July 21, and we’re inviting the entire city to join us for a night filled with inspiration, worship, and unity. Read More About This Article Announcements

Soca Star Patrice Roberts at Rise Up NYC – Brooklyn July 19

June 22, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Soca queen Patrice Roberts is bringing the heat to Brooklyn this summer! Catch her live at Wingate Park on Saturday, July 19 for the kickoff of Rise Up NYC. Read More About This Article Announcements

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Beenie Man • Patrice Roberts

July 19 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Fabolous • Lloyd • Honey BXBY • Jon B

July 20 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Hezekiah Walker • Donnie McClurkin • John P. Kee

July 21 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Lisa Lisa • CeCe Peniston

July 26 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Stevie B • Sweet Sensation

July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Johnny Gill

August 2 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Luis Vargas • Jose Alberto El Canario

August 6 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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A Boogie • EPMD • Rakim

August 7 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Wayne Wonder • Luciano • Bobby Konders & Jabba

August 16 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm