Castle Clinton is an open air concert venue located in Battery Park. First built as a for to defend the New York Harbor during the War of 1812, it is now a National Park Service site, and hosts concerts during the River to River Festival. Tickets for River to River concerts at Castle Clinton are distributed 2 per person outside Castle Clinton on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5 pm on the day of the show.
Castle Clinton Details:
- Castle Clinton Website: http://www.nps.gov/cacl/index.htm
- Castle Clinton is located inside of Battery Park
- Nearest Subways to Castle Clinton: 1 to South Ferry, 4/5 to Bowling Green or R/W to Whitehall Street
- Castle Clinton Phone: 212-835-2789
Thursday, July 16 – 7 pm
Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra Plays the Music of Sly & the Family Stone: "It's a Family Affair" Four Nights of Peace, Love & Music: A Castle Clinton Tribute to Woodstock
Steven Bernstein's Millennial Territory Orchestra pays tribute to Sly & the Family Stone with an evening of music. Special guests include legendary Funkadelic keyboardist Bernie Worrell and an array of vocalists including Sandra Saint Victor, Shilpa Ray and others.
Thursday, July 23 – 7 pm
Richie Havens Four Nights of Peace, Love & Music: A Castle Clinton Tribute to Woodstock
Richie Haven's soulful singing style has remained as unique and ageless as when he first emerged from the Greenwich Village folk scene. Today he continues to inspire us through his melodic messages of brotherhood and freedom.
Thursday, July 30 – 7 pm
Arlo Guthrie Four Nights of Peace, Love & Music: A Castle Clinton Tribute to Woodstock
Arlo Guthrie will showcase his own humorous persona and musical mixture of folk, rock, country and blues. From Woodstock to the Castle, his storytelling and anecdotes continue to be woven seamlessly into masterful musical performances.
Thursday, August 6 – 7 pm
John Kelly Sings The Joni Mitchell Songbook: "Songs for a Shiny Hot Night" Four Nights of Peace, Love & Music: A Castle Clinton Tribute to Woodstock
Ever since appearing as the renowned "Joni Mitchell" at the first "Wigstock", John Kelly casts a spell that continues to captivate audiences. In a loving tribute, this award-winning performance artist will provide us with an intimate journey through songs from Blue and Court and Spark.
