Concerts and Performances:
The 2026 Minnie Untermyer Concert Series
The Untermyer Gardens Conservancy announces its sixth annual Minnie Untermyer Concert Series. Taking place from May 30 to September 12, 2026, seven performances are scheduled in the Walled Garden amphitheater overlooking the length of this monumental Indo-Persian garden. The performances represent a variety of musical genres, including classical, jazz, and folk.
The Conservancy is grateful to the Asbjorn Lunde Foundation for a grant to support attendance by Yonkers youth (ages 7–18).
The Conservancy is grateful to the Asbjorn Lunde Foundation for a grant to support attendance by Yonkers youth (ages 7–18).
2026 MINNIE UNTERMYER CONCERT SERIES: TOM CHAPIN
Sunday, July 19, 2026
$35 plus Eventbrite fees
Hudson Valley Troubadour Tom Chapin is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and storyteller.
With 29 albums and hundreds of songs in his repertoire, Tom Chapin serves up a tasty mix of story songs, ballads, comedic and political songs, family music, sing-alongs, old-time folk classics and a favorite song or two of his late brother Harry’s. Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and autoharp. Tom will be joined by musicians extraordinaire Jon Cobert on piano and accordion and Michael Mark on electric bass and concertina.
ABOUT TOM CHAPIN
In a career that spans six decades, 29 albums and three Grammy awards, Tom Chapin has covered an incredible amount of creative ground. In addition to his work as a recording artist, concert performer, storyteller and activist, he’s performed on Broadway and worked extensively in television, radio and film. As a music-maker, Chapin maintains two long and productive parallel careers, both as a respected contemporary folk artist and as a pioneer in the field of children's music. Chapin's latest project is “Songs Of Hope," released in January.
In addition to his musical and media endeavors, Chapin has long been an advocate for issues of hunger and social justice, environmental causes, and a supporter of music and the arts in public schools.
RAIN OR SHINE: In case of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to the Community Room of the Cola Center at Untermyer Park and Gardens, and there will be signs directing you indoors. All sales are final.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
$35 plus Eventbrite fees
Hudson Valley Troubadour Tom Chapin is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and storyteller.
With 29 albums and hundreds of songs in his repertoire, Tom Chapin serves up a tasty mix of story songs, ballads, comedic and political songs, family music, sing-alongs, old-time folk classics and a favorite song or two of his late brother Harry’s. Tom accompanies himself on guitar, banjo and autoharp. Tom will be joined by musicians extraordinaire Jon Cobert on piano and accordion and Michael Mark on electric bass and concertina.
ABOUT TOM CHAPIN
In a career that spans six decades, 29 albums and three Grammy awards, Tom Chapin has covered an incredible amount of creative ground. In addition to his work as a recording artist, concert performer, storyteller and activist, he’s performed on Broadway and worked extensively in television, radio and film. As a music-maker, Chapin maintains two long and productive parallel careers, both as a respected contemporary folk artist and as a pioneer in the field of children's music. Chapin's latest project is “Songs Of Hope," released in January.
In addition to his musical and media endeavors, Chapin has long been an advocate for issues of hunger and social justice, environmental causes, and a supporter of music and the arts in public schools.
RAIN OR SHINE: In case of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to the Community Room of the Cola Center at Untermyer Park and Gardens, and there will be signs directing you indoors. All sales are final.
2026 MINNIE UNTERMYER CONCERT SERIES: VICTOR LAGAMMA JAZZ
Sunday, August 16, 2026
$25 plus Eventbrite fees
Join us for a magical afternoon of jazz in the picturesque setting of Untermyer Gardens Amphitheater.
The Victor LaGamma Ensemble, consisting of Victor LaGamma on piano, Dylan LaGamma on bass, Jon Doty on drums, and Matt Garrison on sax, is a longstanding favorite at Untermyer Gardens. From artistic interpretations of jazz classics to popular favorites, the Victor LaGamma Ensemble's performance promises to be a true feast for the senses.
This event is RAIN OR SHINE. In case of inclement weather, the performance will take place indoors in the Community Room of the Cola Center at Untermyer Park & Gardens, and there will be signs directing you indoors. All sales are final.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
$25 plus Eventbrite fees
Join us for a magical afternoon of jazz in the picturesque setting of Untermyer Gardens Amphitheater.
The Victor LaGamma Ensemble, consisting of Victor LaGamma on piano, Dylan LaGamma on bass, Jon Doty on drums, and Matt Garrison on sax, is a longstanding favorite at Untermyer Gardens. From artistic interpretations of jazz classics to popular favorites, the Victor LaGamma Ensemble's performance promises to be a true feast for the senses.
This event is RAIN OR SHINE. In case of inclement weather, the performance will take place indoors in the Community Room of the Cola Center at Untermyer Park & Gardens, and there will be signs directing you indoors. All sales are final.
2026 MINNIE UNTERMYER CONCERT SERIES: SONNAMBULA
Sunday, August 30, 2026
$35 plus Eventbrite fees
Sonnambula is a historically informed ensemble that brings to light unknown music for early instruments.
RAIN OR SHINE: In case of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to the Community Room of the Cola Center at Untermyer Park and Gardens, and there will be signs directing you indoors. All sales are final.
Sunday, August 30, 2026
$35 plus Eventbrite fees
Sonnambula is a historically informed ensemble that brings to light unknown music for early instruments.
RAIN OR SHINE: In case of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to the Community Room of the Cola Center at Untermyer Park and Gardens, and there will be signs directing you indoors. All sales are final.
2026 MINNIE UNTERMYER CONCERT SERIES: LORI BELILOVE AND THE ISADORA DUNCAN DANCE COMPANY
Saturday, September 12, 2026 (rain date Sunday, September 13)
$35 plus Eventbrite fees
We welcome back the legendary Lori Belilove and The Isadora Duncan Dance Company for another mesmerizing evening in the garden.
Immerse yourself in the groundbreaking modern dance of the early twentieth century, set to beautiful classical music, amidst the scenic beauty of Untermyer Gardens.
Join us in a celebration of the past and the present, as we pay homage to the Isadora Dancers who performed here in 1923 and 1932. Watch in awe as the world-famous dancers bring to life their innovative and revolutionary movements that have captured the hearts of audiences for over a century.
***RAIN DATE Sunday, September 13 at 6:00PM***
All sales are final.
Saturday, September 12, 2026 (rain date Sunday, September 13)
$35 plus Eventbrite fees
We welcome back the legendary Lori Belilove and The Isadora Duncan Dance Company for another mesmerizing evening in the garden.
Immerse yourself in the groundbreaking modern dance of the early twentieth century, set to beautiful classical music, amidst the scenic beauty of Untermyer Gardens.
Join us in a celebration of the past and the present, as we pay homage to the Isadora Dancers who performed here in 1923 and 1932. Watch in awe as the world-famous dancers bring to life their innovative and revolutionary movements that have captured the hearts of audiences for over a century.
***RAIN DATE Sunday, September 13 at 6:00PM***
All sales are final.