Harlem Meer Performance Festival

Performer applications for the 2024 Harlem Meer Performance Festival have now closed. Stay tuned for the official lineup announcement, coming soon.

The Harlem Meer Performance Festival is back! The annual Performance Festival has been a community fixture since the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center opened in 1993. Each summer, this event delights thousands of attendees with its celebratory atmosphere and brings the best local talent to Central Park. Enjoy Meer-side views and a variety of performances, featuring multicultural and family-friendly music, dance, and entertainment. All ages are welcome.

The 2024 Harlem Meer Performance Festival will take place from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm every Sunday from July 14 to August 18.

Interested in being notified when the 2025 performer application opens? Join the Harlem Meer Performance Festival email list.