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We invite 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

Trey Songz Joins Rise Up NYC Lineup on August 17th – Celebrating 20 Years of “I Gotta Make It” and More!

July 30, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Rise Up NYC is turning up the heat with the exciting addition of Trey Songz to the star-studded lineup for August 17th at Roy Wilkins Park. Read More About This Article Announcements

Doug E. Fresh Joins the 2025 Rise Up NYC Lineup!

July 16, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc The world's greatest entertainer Doug E. Fresh is officially joining the 2025 Rise Up NYC concert series — and fans will have two chances to see him live this summer! Read More About This Article Announcements

R&B Star Mýa Set to Shine at Rise Up NYC!

July 8, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Queens, get ready for an unforgettable night of soulful vocals and timeless hits — Grammy-winning artist Mýa is coming to Rise Up NYC on Saturday, August 17th at Roy Wilkins Park! Read More About This Article Announcements

Rise Up NYC Adds Hip-Hop Royalty to Harlem Stage: Big Daddy Kane on August 2

July 6, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc Big Daddy Kane is officially joining the Rise Up NYC concert lineup for the Saturday, August 2 event in Harlem! Read More About This Article Announcements

Gospel Powerhouse Erica Campbell Joins “An Evening of Faith” — July 21st at Wingate Park

July 4, 2025 News and Announcements by riseupnyc We’re thrilled to announce that Erica Campbell has officially joined the lineup for An Evening of Faith — happening Monday, July 21st at Wingate Park! Read More About This Article Announcements

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

City Parks Foundation SummerStage Concert Schedule Spotlight

RISE UP NYC is proud to spotlight select events from City Parks Foundation SummerStage’s array of free outdoor concerts.

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Event poster for Rise Up NYC featuring a band in colorful outfits, a man in sunglasses, and text: "Femi Kuti & The Positive Force / dead prez / Elida Almeida / Rich Medina / Alhanislam." Date: July 27, Sunday. Orange "Learn More" button at the bottom. Rise Up NYC
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A smiling woman with blonde hair, large earrings, and glamorous makeup is performing on stage at Rise Up NYC. Text reads: “Aug 9 SAT. Celia Cruz Celebration: Issac Delgado / Alain Perez / Aymee.” An orange button says “Learn More.”. Rise Up NYC
DJ performing on stage with headphones and a laptop at Rise Up NYC. Text: "Aug 10 Sun. The Originals featuring Rich Medina, Stretch Armstrong, and Tony Touch." Orange button below says “Learn More.”. Rise Up NYC
Event poster for Charlie Parker Jazz Festival Night 2, part of Rise Up NYC, on August 23, Saturday. Featuring Branford Marsalis Quartet, Nicholas Payton, Bertha Hope Quintet, Georgia Heers, and DJ KulturedChild. Rise Up NYC

UPCOMING RISE UP NYC EVENTS