Spring has officially sprung and NYC’s concert calendar is heating up just as fast as the weather!
As we inch closer to summer, May is delivering an absolutely stacked lineup of live music to every corner of the five boroughs.
From stadium-shaking legends taking over Madison Square Garden and Barclays Center to euphoric open-air raves beneath the BQE and magical, free picnic performances in the park, this month’s roster is nothing short of iconic.
It’s time to rally the group chat and get ready to vibe—here are the absolute best concerts hitting New York City this May!
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band
The Boss is back in town, and he’s taking over both boroughs!
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band are bringing their “Land of Hope & Dreams American Tour” to NYC for an epic cross-river run.
Expect iconic anthems, marathon setlists, and plenty of tracks from their 2025 joint EP also titled “Land Of Hope And Dreams.”
They’ll be playing MSG on the 11th and 16th, and Barclays Center in the middle on the 14th.
Kid Cudi
Calling all ragers!
Kid Cudi is closing out May with a massive, mind-bending show at MSG for “The Rebel Ragers Tour 2026.”
The show is set to span the full scope of Cudi’s discography, celebrating his evolution from early breakthrough records like “Day ’N’ Nite” and “Mr. Rager” to fan favorites that have shaped more than a decade of cultural impact.
Plus, expect music from his latest 2026 release “HAVE U BN 2 HEAVEN @ NITE?” EP, his late 2025 “Free” album, and a whole lot more.
Looking to add a little romance to your spring calendar, or just want to experience your favorite music in a totally new way?
Fever’s iconic Candlelight Concerts are bathing some of NYC’s most breathtaking historic venues in the glow of thousands of flickering, flameless candles to the tune of themed nights. Check out some standouts below:
- May 8: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Mozart vs. Beethoven at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity
- May 15: Best of Bridgerton on Strings and Ed Sheeran & Coldplay at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church
- May 16: Tribute to Lauryn Hill at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church
- May 22: The Best of Hans Zimmer and Tribute to Adele at Church of the Heavenly Rest
- May 30: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles at the New York Society for Ethical Culture
Easily one of the most magical free outdoor festivals in the city, Bryant Park’s Picnic Performances are officially back for the 2026 season!
Set right on the lush Midtown lawn, this series invites New Yorkers to lay out a blanket, bring some snacks, and experience world-class music, dance, and opera under the skyline.
It’s the ultimate golden-hour hangout, completely free, and no tickets or reservations are required. Just show up and vibe! See the May lineup below:
- May 28: Jazzmobile: Wycliffe Gordon and Friends (Opening night!)
- May 29: New York City Opera: American Classics
Hudson Yards is transforming its sprawling Public Square and Gardens into the ultimate after-work destination with the return of their free live concert series!
Taking place every Wednesday evening from 6 – 8 pm, it’s the perfect excuse to close your laptop, grab a sweet treat from the nearby Backyard Bites pop-ups, and enjoy some seriously nostalgic throwback acts.
It’s free, open to the public, and space is first-come, first-served. See the May lineup below:
- May 13: Aly & AJ
- May 20: Warren G
- May 27: Busta Rhymes
Charlie Puth
Fresh off his Super Bowl LX National Anthem performance and the highly-anticipated March release of his fourth studio album, Charlie Puth is bringing his “Whatever’s Clever! 2026 World Tour” to the city.
Billed as his most ambitious tour yet, Puth has assembled a massive world-class band to bring all the high notes, perfect pitches, and catchy earworms to life.
With support from Daniel Seavey and Ally Salort, this Friday night show is gearing up to be an unforgettable, feel-good singalong.
Max Styler
Teksupport’s Brooklyn Storehouse venue is set to welcome house and techno superstar Max Styler this May for an epic Saturday night warehouse rave.
Between being recently crowned the #1 most-supported producer in the world by 1001Tracklists, launching his highly-anticipated new label and event brand Nu Moda, and dominating the stages of massive festivals like Coachella, Tomorrowland, and EDC, Styler has quickly cemented himself as one of EDM’s most in-demand names right now.”
He’ll take to the decks for an epic 4-hour set, playing out multiple Beatport #1 hits and of course road-testing new IDs from himself and others.
As Styler told us in an exclusive interview, “New York is always the place where I’m breaking new barriers for myself,” so you can expect some surprises too.
Full interview coming soon!
Diljit Dosanjh
Global Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh is making his triumphant return to the stage with his 2026 “Aura World Tour” for two nights.
Fresh off a monumental couple of years—including his record-breaking Dil-Luminati tour, an International Emmy nod, turning heads at the Met Gala, and dropping a brand new remix with J Balvin—Diljit is bringing his unmatched star power to the World’s Most Famous Arena.
Known for his infectious energy and chart-topping anthems, he is guaranteed to turn MSG into a historic evening.
Peggy Gou
The K Bridge Park is set to welcome global dance music superstar and style icon Peggy Gou this May for an epic season opener.
Riding the momentum of releasing her critically-acclaimed debut studio album I Hear You and dropping undeniable global anthems like “(It Goes Like) Nanana,” Gou returns to NYC for the first time in two years.
She’ll take to the decks for an unforgettable set beneath the BQE, playing out her signature blend of euphoric house and techno alongside top-tier support from Mall Grab and Elkka.
As Gou always brings an unmatched, effortless cool to her performances, you can expect a masterclass in track selection and some serious fashion inspiration, too
Teksupport never misses, and they are bringing Bosnian-German DJ and producer Solomun to the Bronx for an epic, open-air daytime weekend!
Set against the raw, industrial backdrop of the Fulton Fish Market (the world’s 2nd largest fish market), this is going to be a masterclass in underground house and techno from the Diynamic founder.
Have you ever wanted to hear your favorite pop and rock anthems completely reimagined?
Fever’s “Stripped” series is taking over the iconic, chandelier-lit stage at The Cutting Room to deliver intimate, stripped-down renditions of some of the biggest discographies in the world.
Featuring world-class vocalists and acoustic musicians, these tribute nights strip away the massive stadium production to highlight the raw emotion and brilliant songwriting behind the hits you know every word to. Grab a cocktail, settle into a booth, and bookmark these nights:
- Fleetwood Mac: Stripped (Expect hauntingly beautiful, acoustic renditions of classics like “Dreams” and “The Chain”)
- Beyoncé: Stripped (Experience Queen Bey’s powerhouse vocals and iconic hits in an entirely new, intimate light)
- Taylor Swift: Stripped (The ultimate acoustic Eras Tour experience for Swifties looking for a cozy night out)
- ABBA: Stripped (Your favorite Swedish disco anthems, beautifully reimagined for a soulful, stripped-back performance)
MUNA
MUNA‘s brand new album “Dancing on the Wall” is slated for a May release, and to celebrate, the band is hosting a 4-night residency at the Music Hall of Williamsburg.
The “Silk Chiffon” stars have played all sorts of NYC shows throughout the years, but purposely chose to keep these shows intimate in order to celebrate the new era with their closest fans.
Expect a night of pure, unadulterated queer joy, crying in the club, and everything in between.
Teksupport shows
NYC’s premier underground electronic promoters at Teksupport are coming up in hot for May with a huge lineup of events taking over cavernous warehouses, open-air rooftop spaces, and raw industrial backdrops.
The city welcomes in some of the biggest global names in house and techno this month, here’s some highlights:
- May 8: Nico Moreno at the Brooklyn Storehouse (Expect a masterclass in heavy-hitting, industrial hard techno)
- May 9: BLOND:ISH presents ABRACADABRA at Industry City (The perfect open-air day party with infectious house beats)
- May 15: Cristoph (Open to Close) at Sunset Park Rooftop (An epic marathon set with unbeatable sunset views over the skyline)
- May 23: Solomun at the Fulton Fish Market (A legendary Bronx sunset set against the backdrop of a raw, functioning fish market)
- May 30: Deborah De Luca at Stage B (Pounding, euphoric techno from the Naples-born superstar)
- May 30 & 31: Bedouin at BK Backyard (A magical, two-day open-air weekender of deep, desert-inspired house)
BUNT.
The outdoor dance party beneath the BQE continues!
Hot on the heels of an explosive Sahara tent set at Coachella and dropping a string of viral stutter-house anthems like “Clouds” and “Spaces,” German electronic powerhouse BUNT. is bringing his incredibly euphoric sound to Under the K for a massive Friday night show.
If you’ve had his upbeat, track-stopping drops dominating your Spotify playlists, you already know the energy is going to be absolutely electric.
The TODAY show is officially bringing back its beloved summer concert series, and the May lineup is already bringing the heat!
If you love an early-morning dance party right in the heart of Midtown, this iconic outdoor stage is a total NYC summer bucket-list item.
It’s completely free to attend on a first-come, first-served basis (though you can always try to score a limited Fan Pass online ahead of time). Here’s who slated for May:
- May 8: Zara Larsson (Kicking off the entire season!)
- May 22: Bleachers
- May 29: Charlie Puth
