The 9 Best Concerts & Shows in New York

1.Harlem Hallelujah! Gospel Wednesday Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,638 reviews · from $25Our pick

At Convent Avenue Baptist Church in Harlem, Music Director Anthony Evans leads the Harlem Praise Singers through an hour of traditional and contemporary gospel and African-American spirituals. This Wednesday musical fellowship is not a full church service, but you are invited to sing, clap, and share the moment with the local congregation.

“I would have liked that they would say more about Gods Word and His will.The songs go's on and on and on..with the same words..”

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2.Harlem Gospel Live Music Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,479 reviews · from $28

Join a one-hour Saturday gospel concert at Mount Olivet Baptist Church in Harlem. The performance is artistically directed by Craig Harris and features a choir and band, with lively audience participation. Tickets cost $28, and the church is wheelchair accessible. Expect a concert for visitors, not a regular worship service with a local congregation.

“Must-do if you visit New York. A lot of enthusiasm and energy. What an incredible venue and choir. Absolutely worth the visit!”

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3.Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,074 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

Board the Louisa of the Seas at Pier 36 for a three-hour evening cruise past the Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty. You’ll have a private table, a plated dinner, live music, and nonalcoholic drinks. Regular and VIP options differ in drink tickets and VIP-deck access. The band The Barnacles and hosts such as Peter, Victoria, and Bryan have been part of the experience.

“Great fun and a terrific view. Food was good perhaps not great but very attentive staff and fun music from the band made for a thoroughly enjoyable evening.”

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4.Harlem Gospel Holiday Celebration Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 828 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Meet at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on Lenox Avenue for a one-hour holiday gospel concert with live singers and musicians. Expect soulful Black gospel, holiday songs, and an energetic setting in Harlem. The $38 ticket includes the concert; meals and transport are not included. Arrive early, since lines can form even with a prepaid ticket.

“Amazing however not sure why line was so long - should have been separated by ticketed line and non ticketed. The choir was phenomenal!”

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5.New York City Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 377 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $149

Board at Pier 36 for a three-hour evening cruise with a five-course plated dinner at a private table, live music, and views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges, lower Manhattan, and the Statue of Liberty. The $149 fare includes unlimited nonalcoholic drinks and one beer or wine ticket. Departure is at 7 pm.

“The food was wonderful and beautifully plated. The service was outstanding. The ride around the city skyline and out to the statue were excellent. Great opportunity to enjoy dinner while enjoying the beauty of the city. My only complaint would be the address. I had my 80 YO mother with me who doesn’t walk very far at one time. They said pier 36 but it turns out it was much closer to Pier 35. She didn’t think she was going to make it by the time we walked all the way back. Plus a little weird walking in the dark around an empty pier where there were strange people standing…”

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6.New York City Harlem Highlights w/ Gospel Concert & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 326 reviews · from $85

This four-hour Harlem tour pairs a guided bus ride from Times Square with landmarks including the Apollo Theatre, the Schomburg Center and Morris-Jumel Mansion, then a one-hour gospel concert. Guides speak English, French or Italian. The concert is not a church service, and the bus tour may offer limited time outside.

“Peggy our guide was very personable and managed a bilingual tour effortlessly while also giving the driver directions.”

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7.Harlem Jazz Series Concert Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 95 reviews · from $25

Spend an hour at a Harlem jazz concert featuring seasoned players and emerging musicians. Trombonist and composer Craig Harris leads the series, which pays tribute to artists including Duke Ellington, Lena Horne, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis. The concert is held at Mount Morris Ascension Presbyterian Church, and some performances may welcome musicians from the audience.

“A wonderful concert! Incredible musicians, including the two fellows in the audience who joined the quarter.”

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8.Immersive Dinner Show with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 7 reviews · from $36

At Central Park Café on 7th Avenue, a two-hour dinner show brings singing waitstaff and live performers to your table. The dinner package includes salad, a burger or sandwich, and dessert. It is near Columbus Circle and Central Park; alcohol is extra.

“Very poor and disappointing When we got to the event, we were informed that the show has been cancelled for the day due to the singer being unwell I had not been informed”

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9.Louis Armstrong Private Walking Tour with Concert

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · from $193

Meet a licensed guide outside Jazz at Lincoln Center for a private walk past Carnegie Hall, Times Square, Broadway theatres, the Hudson Theatre and Birdland. Hear about Louis Armstrong’s New York life and jazz history. Choose the three-hour option for a separate evening concert ticket; your guide does not attend the concert.

“Il a été annulé de leur côté et nous n avons eu qu une partie du remboursement”

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