Lincoln Center Out of Doors Festival
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Your guide to Lincoln Center Out of Doors Festival

Lincoln Center Out of Doors returns with plenty of music and dance performances for free, all under open skies

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Lincoln Center Out of Doors is upon us, bringing plenty of exciting music and dance performances to NYC. This year marks the 49th season of the festival, and the program is every bit as deliciously diverse as you'd expect from Lincoln Center. The festival is always one of the most exciting things to do in the summer, not to mention a highlight among things to do outside and free things to do in NYC.

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When is Lincoln Center Out of Doors?

The festival runs from Wednesday, July 24, 2019 to Sunday, August 11, 2019.

Where does Lincoln Center Out of Doors take place?

Lincoln Center Out of Doors takes place at the plazas of Lincoln Center.

Who is playing Lincoln Center Out of Doors?

Some of our favorite schedule highlights include: Wilco frontman Jeffy Tweedy, MTV & Save The Music featuring R&B singer H.E.R. and singer/songwriter Samm Henshaw. Plus, Americanafest NYC teams up with the American Music Association to close the season with country stars Patty Griffin and Yola. 

How do I get tickets to Lincoln Center Out of Doors?

The festival is absolutely free. If you'd like to contribute to the organization, you can do so via donations $25 and up or by becoming a Friend of Lincoln Center starting at $100. For more information, visit the official website.

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