Summer Soundwave Thursdays
Thursdays in July and August
Join us for a summer of music, art, and nature! Our Summer Soundwave Thursdays series invites families to dance, play, and create. Starting July 10, Bop & Groove along with live music that celebrates water, earth, and all things nature. Then the last two Thursdays in August, relax and let the music spark your creativity during our Music & Marks sessions—perfect for little artists to draw and color while listening to jazz and classical music.
See the full schedule of events below or head to our Public Programs page to explore even more ways to play this summer!
Bop & Groove
Thursday, July 10: TBD
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
To be announced soon!
Thursday, July 17: DJ Willy Wow
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Get ready for the ultimate summer party with DJ Willy WOW! —a high-energy, family-friendly music experience that brings the heat and keeps the vibes cool! Packed with electrifying beats, interactive dance moments, and nonstop fun, this show will turn the Museum into a full-blown summer celebration. Expect surprises, crowd participation, and a performance that will have kids, parents, and music lovers of all ages inspired to be kind, have fun, and make new friends.
Thursday, July 24: Flor Bromley’s Pachamama’s Water Symphony
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Water gives life to everything on Earth, and in this immersive musical experience, Latin GRAMMY® nominee Flor Bromley honors its power through music. Inspired by her Pachamama album, which means “Mother Earth”, this show invites families to explore the deep connection between water, nature, and our responsibility to protect them. From the tiniest raindrop to the vast ocean, this family concert celebrates the importance of water in our world through rhythm and movement. A joyful and educational performance that inspires young minds to care for the world around them!
Thursday, July 31: Joanie Leeds
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Join GRAMMY® award-winning children’s musician Joanie Leeds for a vibrant, fun- filled performance at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan! With catchy, summery songs from her 11-album catalog, Joanie will take young hearts on an exciting journey through water, earth, and nature. Get ready to sing, dance, and celebrate the beauty of the world around us in this interactive, musical adventure!
Thursday, August 7: Michael of Michael & the Rockness Monsters
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
An electrifying, laugh-out-loud musical adventure for all ages! Michael’s high-energy, interactive show blends humor, heart, and infectious rhythms, celebrating love, unity, and self-respect. With his unique ability to connect, he turns every performance into a shared experience of joy, laughter, and music. Get ready to sing, dance, and be part of the magic!
Thursday, August 14: TBD
11:00 am – 11:25 pm & 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm | All ages | 1st Floor | Inside Art
To be announced!
Music & Marks
Thursday, August 21 & 28
11:00 am – 11:30 am & 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm | Ages 5 & up | 1st Floor | Inside Art
Listen to jazz and classical music and be inspired to draw along with what you hear!
Want to see even more programs happening this summer? Check out our full calendar of events and activities for families on our Public Programs page!