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BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!

June 7 – August 16, 2025

There’s only one free, summer-long outdoor concert and performance series in NYC that’s been showcasing artists from around the world and around the block for over 47 years: BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! 2025 explores the interconnectedness of global music, presenting the vibrant tapestry of artists whose work resonates from around the world and within our own borough. This season, we honor the diverse cultures that make Brooklyn a global music hub, featuring artists whose work transcends borders and celebrates the exchange of ideas. We’re proud to present international icons and introduce you to the next generation of global music makers – many of whom call Brooklyn home.

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SCHEDULE

05.06
Tue | 7:00 PM
A large outdoor concert at night with a crowd gathered before a brightly lit stage. The Celebrate Brooklyn! banner hangs overhead. Trees and tents are visible on the left, and a screen displays the performance. Multicolored stage lights create a vibrant atmosphere.

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Summer 2025 Private Preview

Location
  • Virtual
Cost
free
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Summer 2025 Private Preview
06.07
Sat | 6:00 PM
A person is wearing a bright red jacket with a zippered front and a collar, paired with a white shirt and light-colored pants. They are standing against a dark blue background, with their hands positioned together in front of them. The individual has short, styled hair and a well-groomed beard, and they are wearing a ring on one hand. The overall look is casual yet stylish.

BAYO in Brooklyn: A Conversation with Michaël Brun at BRIC House

Location
  • BRIC House
Cost
FREE
BAYO in Brooklyn: A Conversation with Michaël Brun at BRIC House
06.09
Mon | 6:00 PM
Two women are featured against a gradient background transitioning from orange at the top to dark blue at the bottom. The woman on the left wears a dramatic black outfit with a high collar and a striking red butterfly mask covering the upper half of her face. She has dark skin and dark purple lipstick. The woman on the right has light skin and short curly blonde hair, wearing a navy blue military-style hat with a gold chain detail and a matching navy blue blazer adorned with a gold chain necklace featuring dark blue stones.

Opening Benefit Concert: Blue Note Jazz Festival & Live Nation Present Grace Jones & Janelle Monáe

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
$89 - $149 + fees
Opening Benefit Concert: Blue Note Jazz Festival & Live Nation Present Grace Jones & Janelle Monáe
06.13
Fri | 6:00 PM
A person with long black and gray braided hair squats on the ground, wearing a flowing, rust-colored dress and black boots, against a plain white background.

Opening Free Concert: Mélissa Laveaux | Nathalie ‘TALIE’ Cerin | Riva Nyri Précil

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Opening Free Concert: Mélissa Laveaux | Nathalie ‘TALIE’ Cerin | Riva Nyri Précil
06.14
Sat | 3:00 PM
A colorful puppet scene features a girl with red hair styled in braids, wearing a pink shirt and blue dress, interacting with a whimsical horse puppet. The horse is yellow with blue spots and has a playful expression. A smaller puppet, resembling a boy, stands nearby, observing the interaction. The background depicts a bright, cheerful setting with large windows and flower pots, enhancing the playful atmosphere of the scene.

Family Day: Pippi Longstocking's 80th Birthday Celebration with the Klezmatics!

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Family Day: Pippi Longstocking's 80th Birthday Celebration with the Klezmatics!
06.19
Thu | 5:00 PM
Eight people stand together in a dimly lit hallway with brick walls, looking at the camera. They wear casual, eclectic clothing and accessories, with colorful shoes and glasses. Blue accent lighting is visible in the scene.

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn's 3rd Annual Juneteenth in the Park

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn's 3rd Annual Juneteenth in the Park
06.20
Fri | 6:00 PM
A person with curly hair lies on a concrete surface with black lines, wearing a colorful sweater with a black pocket and bright red pants with white stripes, hands resting behind their head, looking at the camera.

Habibi Festival at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Habibi Festival at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!
06.26
Thu | 6:00 PM
A man and woman pose closely together against a dark background, adorned with roses, lilies, and babys breath flowers in their hair and around their necks. Both have serious, contemplative expressions.

Buscabulla | Chuwi | Paso Negro

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Buscabulla | Chuwi | Paso Negro
06.27
Fri | 6:00 PM
A large group of people is gathered together, smiling and celebrating. They are dressed in a mix of casual and stylish outfits, with some wearing matching shirts that say "USA for Africa." The backdrop features a large banner with the same phrase. The atmosphere is joyful, with many individuals raising their arms in excitement. The group includes a diverse range of hairstyles and accessories, contributing to a vibrant and lively scene.

A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Greatest Night in Pop

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Greatest Night in Pop
07.12
Sat | 6:30 PM
A man with a beard sits on a chair in a room, holding a small dog. In front of him is a Roland keyboard. The room has several electronic devices and a window showing greenery outside.

Benefit Concert: Still Woozy – Loveseat Tour

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
$50-$55 + fees
Benefit Concert: Still Woozy – Loveseat Tour
07.17
Thu | 6:00 PM
Three men stand outdoors in front of a beige backdrop surrounded by bright yellow autumn leaves. The central figure holds an electric guitar and wears a hat and sunglasses. The other two stand behind him. Dappled sunlight filters through the trees.

Benefit Concert: Dinosaur Jr. + Snail Mail with special guest Easy Action

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
$47.50 - $53.00 + fees
Benefit Concert: Dinosaur Jr. + Snail Mail with special guest Easy Action
07.18
Fri | 6:30 PM
A person with short blonde hair is sitting on a couch, holding an electric guitar and wearing headphones. They have a microphone. Another person is playing drums in the background. The room has wooden walls and a curtain.

SOLD OUT: Benefit Concert: Men I Trust | strongboi

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
$49.99-$58 + fees
SOLD OUT: Benefit Concert: Men I Trust | strongboi
07.19
Sat | 3:00 PM
A smiling woman wearing glasses and a Jamaican flag shawl poses in front of a red background with the text Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story above her head.

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park

Location
  • Park Place between Brooklyn Ave and Kingston Ave
Cost
FREE
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park
07.26
Sat | 6:00 PM
A group of four characters is posed together, with a colorful and whimsical backdrop. The characters include a person with curly, dark hair and a clown-like appearance, wearing a striped outfit and a red nose. Next to them is a woman with short, dark hair, dressed in a white blouse, holding a small dog. To her right is a character resembling a lion, with a large mane and a fierce expression. Finally, there is a character dressed in metallic attire, adorned with colorful accessories and a shiny hat, smiling broadly. The overall scene conveys a playful and fantastical atmosphere.

A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Wiz

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Wiz
08.01
Fri | 6:00 PM
A lively music performance features a diverse group of musicians in a cozy, artistic setting. In the foreground, a woman with curly hair sings passionately into a microphone, wearing a sparkling black dress. To her left, a cellist plays, while a guitarist strums beside her. In the background, a harpist and another musician are engaged in the performance. The scene is illuminated with colorful lighting, creating a vibrant atmosphere, and the room is decorated with various artworks and warm lighting.

Mireya Ramos and the Poor Choices | Morley | Talibah Safiya

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Mireya Ramos and the Poor Choices | Morley | Talibah Safiya
08.02
Sat | 6:00 PM
Gogol Bordello band members performing in a vibrant, eclectic setting with colorful decor and warm lighting, showcasing their energetic style and diverse influences.

Gogol Bordello | Puzzled Panther | Pons

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Gogol Bordello | Puzzled Panther | Pons
08.07
Thu | 6:00 PM
A figure is partially draped in a colorful patchwork quilt, featuring a mix of squares in various patterns and colors, including purple, red, and blue. A sheer red veil covers the top of the figure's head, adding a contrasting element to the vibrant quilt. The background is minimalistic, emphasizing the textures and colors of the fabric. The figure's posture suggests a sense of movement or grace.

Emily Johnson / Catalyst

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Emily Johnson / Catalyst
08.08
Fri | 6:00 PM
A black-and-white photo of a man wearing a beanie, ornate shirt, and pink yarn sunglasses. Colorful yarn patterns are stitched over the image, forming zigzag and wing-like shapes behind him.

Adrian Quesada’s Boleros Psicodélicos | Trish Toledo

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Adrian Quesada’s Boleros Psicodélicos | Trish Toledo
08.09
Sat | 6:00 PM
A man is posing with his hands raised, showcasing a large, ornate chain around his neck. The chain features a prominent pendant shaped like a spider, adorned with intricate detailing. He is wearing stylish sunglasses and a black cap, along with a black bomber jacket that has a ribbed collar. The background is a gradient from light to dark, emphasizing the subject.

Lyricist Lounge Presents: Raekwon The Chef Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... 30th Anniversary Show

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Lyricist Lounge Presents: Raekwon The Chef Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... 30th Anniversary Show
08.15
Fri | 6:00 PM
A man with glasses and a gray beard is seated in a chair, wearing a black outfit with red patterned embroidery and a colorful knit hat. Behind him, various traditional musical instruments and decorative items are displayed against a brick wall.

William Parker Presents Ellington in Mourning | NIKARA presents Black Wall Street

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
William Parker Presents Ellington in Mourning | NIKARA presents Black Wall Street
08.16
Sat | 6:00 PM
A man with a beard and long hair, wearing a dark jacket and white shirt with a decorative bolo tie, is photographed against a blue background. Half of his face is in shadow, creating a dramatic, moody effect.

Closing Night: Nick Hakim | Karriem Riggins (DJ set)

Location
  • Lena Horne Bandshell
Cost
FREE
Closing Night: Nick Hakim | Karriem Riggins (DJ set)

LINEUP

Michael Brun is featured in a promotional poster for "Bayo in Brooklyn: A Conversation with Michael Brun." The poster has a bold design with a purple background and an abstract orange shape. Michael Brun is wearing a red jacket over a white shirt, with a serious expression and hands clasped. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 7, and is presented by BRIC with the tagline "Celebrate Brooklyn!" displayed at the bottom.

BAYO in Brooklyn: A Conversation with Michaël Brun at BRIC House

June 7, 2025

BAYO in Brooklyn: A Conversation with Michaël Brun at BRIC House
Promotional poster for the Blue Note Jazz Festival 2025, featuring two artists. One wears elaborate headwear with a butterfly, the other in a stylish hat. Event details: June 9 at the Lena Horne Bandshell, 7 PM. Event is in New York City.

Blue Note Jazz Festival & Live Nation Present Grace Jones & Janelle Monáe

June 9, 2025

Blue Note Jazz Festival & Live Nation Present Grace Jones & Janelle Monáe
Melissa Laveaux with Nathalie 'Talie' Cerin and Riva Nyri Précil, performing Friday, 6/13. The poster features a woman with gray braided hair styled upward, wearing gold earrings and a black outfit, against a dark purple and pink abstract background. The event is presented by BRIC with the tagline "Celebrate Brooklyn!" in bold red and purple text.

Mélissa Laveaux | Nathalie ‘TALIE’ Cerin | Riva Nyri Précil

June 13, 2025

Mélissa Laveaux | Nathalie ‘TALIE’ Cerin | Riva Nyri Précil
A group of six musicians is featured in a colorful, artistic setting, celebrating Pippi Longstocking's 80th birthday. They are dressed in vibrant, eclectic outfits, with some wearing hats and others adorned with decorative elements like flowers and colorful patterns. Instruments such as a guitar and a violin are visible, and the background includes whimsical, colorful designs. The text prominently displays the event details, including the date and the name of the band, The Klezmatics, along with the phrase "Celebrate Brooklyn!

Family Day: Pippi Longstocking’s 80th Birthday Celebration with the Klezmatics!

June 14, 2025

Family Day: Pippi Longstocking’s 80th Birthday Celebration with the Klezmatics!
Juneteenth celebration poster featuring a black-and-white photo of the band Ghost-Note with eight members posing together. The background is brown with dark purple abstract shapes. Text includes "Juneteenth," "Ghost-Note," "DJ Flash," "Gordon Parks," "Voices of a People's History," and event details "Thu. 6/19" with "Celebrate Brooklyn!" at the bottom. There is also a small logo indicating the event is provided by SignNexus.

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth in the Park

June 19, 2025

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn’s 3rd Annual Juneteenth in the Park
A vibrant promotional poster for the "Habibi Festival" features bold yellow text against a colorful background. The main image shows a person with curly hair, wearing a colorful, patterned sweater and red pants, sitting against a textured wall. The poster lists several names, likely performers, including Sofiane Saidi and Yacine Boulares, and highlights the event date as Friday, June 20. The bottom section promotes "Celebrate Brooklyn!" along with the BRIC logo.

Habibi Festival at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!

June 20, 2025

Habibi Festival at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!
Buscabulla promotional poster featuring a close-up photo of two people adorned with flowers on their heads and around their necks. The background is dark, and the text is bold red on a purple and pink abstract background. Additional text includes "CHUWI," "PASO NEGRO," "THU. 6/26," and "BRIC CELEBRATE BROOKLYN!" with a small logo indicating "provided by SignNexus.

Buscabulla | Chuwi | Paso Negro

June 26, 2025

Buscabulla | Chuwi | Paso Negro
Film night event poster titled "The Greatest Night in Pop," featuring a large group photo of diverse people standing together in front of a banner that reads "USA for Africa." The event is a tribute to Quincy Jones, scheduled for Friday, June 27, and is presented by BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn. The poster uses bold maroon and yellow text on a pink and yellow background.

A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Greatest Night in Pop

June 27, 2025

A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Greatest Night in Pop
A promotional poster for the "Still Woozy Tour" featuring the title in colorful, playful fonts. The background depicts a lush green park setting. There are whimsical flower illustrations with smiling faces, adding a vibrant touch. The event details include the date, "SAT. JULY 12," and location, "BROOKLYN, NY," along with the names of supporting acts and the venue, "Lena Horne Bandshell - Prospect Park." The bottom of the poster features "BRIC CELEBRATE BROOKLYN!" and "LIVE NATION." A man with a beard is shown in the foreground, gazing upward.

Still Woozy – Loveseat Tour

July 12, 2025

Still Woozy – Loveseat Tour
A colorful illustration features a cartoon dinosaur and a snail. The dinosaur, wearing glasses and a blue shirt, has a friendly expression and is standing upright. Next to it, the snail has a large, spiraled shell and is also wearing a blue shirt, with a playful demeanor. The background is purple, and the text includes "DINOSAUR & SNAIL MAIL JR. with EASY ACTION SUMMER 2025" and "JULY 17 CELEBRATE BROOKLYN!" in bold, stylized fonts.

Dinosaur Jr. & Snail Mail with Easy Action⁠

July 17, 2025

Dinosaur Jr. & Snail Mail with Easy Action⁠
A person with light-colored hair is posing playfully against a blue wall featuring a painted red and brown animal figure. They have their hands raised and a wide, excited expression. The background includes decorative elements, and the overall aesthetic has a vintage feel. Text on the image promotes an event titled "Celebrate Brooklyn!" at the Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY, on July 18.

Men I Trust and strongboi

July 18, 2025

Men I Trust and strongboi
Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park event featuring Johnny Osbourne, Smif-N-Wessun, Chip-Fu, Bush Babees, Ayanna Heaven, Gabsoul, DJ Gringo, and the film "Bam Bam: The Sister Nancy Story." The event date is Saturday, 7/19. The image includes a photo of two men, one wearing a camouflage bucket hat with an orange brim, glasses, and a light-colored sweatshirt, and the other wearing a light-colored hoodie with a beard and tattoos. The text is in bright yellow on a blue and green background.

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park

July 19, 2025

BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at Brower Park
The image is a promotional poster for a film night featuring "The Wiz," described as a tribute to Quincy Jones. It shows four characters from the film in costume: a woman holding a small dog, a man dressed as a lion, a man dressed as a scarecrow, and a man dressed as a tin man. The background has a honeycomb pattern. The event is scheduled for Saturday, 7/26, and is presented by BRIC with the tagline "Celebrate Brooklyn!" The text "© Universal Pictures" appears vertically on the right side. The color scheme includes bright green text on a blue and green abstract background.

A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Wiz

July 26, 2025

A Tribute to Quincy Jones: The Wiz
Promotional poster for a concert featuring Mireya Ramos & The Poor Choices, with Talibah Safiya and Morley. A photo of seven band members is centered. The event is on Friday, August 1, part of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!.

Mireya Ramos and the Poor Choices | Talibah Safiya | Morley

August 1, 2025

Mireya Ramos and the Poor Choices | Talibah Safiya | Morley
Gogol Bordello band members posing in front of a wall filled with decorative bowling pins. The poster announces a performance featuring Gogol Bordello, Puzzled Panther, and Pons on Saturday, August 2nd, with the tagline "Celebrate Brooklyn!" and the BRIC logo. The text is in bright green on a purple background with green abstract shapes.

Gogol Bordello | Puzzled Panther | Pons

August 2, 2025

Gogol Bordello | Puzzled Panther | Pons
Dance night event poster featuring Emily Johnson / Catalyst. The central image shows a person wrapped in a colorful patchwork quilt with a red veil over their face, standing against a plain white background. The background of the poster is pink with large red floral shapes. Text includes "DANCE NIGHT" at the top, "EMILY JOHNSON / CATALYST" in large bold letters, and "THU. 8/7" in the bottom right corner. At the bottom, a dark purple banner with coral text reads "BRIC CELEBRATE BROOKLYN!

Emily Johnson / Catalyst

August 7, 2025

Emily Johnson / Catalyst
Adrian Quesada is featured in a black and white photo wearing a patterned jacket with embroidered details, a beanie, and bright pink sunglasses. Colorful yarn art extends from behind his shoulders. The background is olive green with purple abstract shapes. Text in bold yellow reads "Adrian Quesada," "Trish Toledo," "Fri. 8/8," and "Celebrate Brooklyn!" The BRIC logo and a sign language icon with "provided by SignNexus" are also present.

Adrian Quesada | Trish Toledo

August 8, 2025

Adrian Quesada | Trish Toledo
Lyricist Lounge presents Raekwon The Chef, celebrating the 30th anniversary show of "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx." The event is on Saturday, 8/9, at BRIC in Brooklyn. The poster features a photo of Raekwon wearing a black cap, sunglasses, a black jacket, and a large chain with a pendant, holding his hands up. The background is purple with bold lavender and dark maroon text and graphics.

Lyricist Lounge Presents: Raekwon The Chef Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… 30th Anniversary Show

August 9, 2025

Lyricist Lounge Presents: Raekwon The Chef Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… 30th Anniversary Show
William Parker is featured wearing a colorful knit hat and a black jacket with red patterns. The background is a mix of orange and light purple abstract shapes. Text includes "Nikara presents Black Wall Street," the date "Fri. 8/15," and "BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!" in bold letters.

William Parker Presents Ellington in Mourning | NIKARA presents Black Wall Street

August 15, 2025

William Parker Presents Ellington in Mourning | NIKARA presents Black Wall Street
Nick Hakim and Karriem Riggins (DJ set) are featured for an event on Saturday, 8/16. The background is purple with abstract shapes, and the text is bold yellow. A photo of Nick Hakim shows him with a beard, wearing a dark jacket and a bolo tie. The bottom banner reads "BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!" with a logo indicating the event is provided by SignNexus.

Nick Hakim | Karriem Riggins 

August 16, 2025

Nick Hakim | Karriem Riggins 
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PHOTO GALLERY

A singer passionately performs in the middle of a lively crowd at an outdoor night event, surrounded by people taking photos and videos with their phones under string lights.
Thee Sacred Souls. Photo credit: Toby Tenenbaum
A singer in a green patterned dress performs energetically on stage, holding a microphone and raising one arm. A drummer plays in the background under vibrant blue and purple stage lights.
Ana Tijoux. Photo credit: Ellen Qbterplaya
A performer stands at a microphone, wearing a dramatic gold wide-brimmed hat, elaborate makeup, and a colorful outfit with bold red and purple patterns. The scene is dimly lit, focusing on the performer.
Erykah Badu. Photo credit: Julia Drummond
A female singer with long curly hair performs energetically on stage, holding a microphone and lifting one leg, while another musician plays keyboard beside her. Bright stage lights shine in the background.
Charlotte Adigéry & Bolis Pupul. Photo credit: Ellen Qbterplaya
A lively crowd enjoys a concert outdoors, with people of various ages cheering, clapping, and smiling. Stage lights and trees are visible in the background, creating a festive atmosphere.
Photo credit: Edwina Hay
A large crowd gathers at night in front of a brightly lit stage at the Celebrate Brooklyn event. The audience faces the performer, with vibrant lights and trees lining the area. A large banner with the event name hangs above the stage.
Kelela. Photo credit: Edwina Hay
A list of sponsors and partners for 2025 is displayed, featuring various logos. The top section includes logos for Prospect Park Alliance, Bud Light, Kona Big Wave, and TD Bank. The middle section features Ticketmaster, Wells Fargo, Brooklyn.org, and Ryze, along with JP Morgan Chase, Bloomberg Philanthropies, NYU Tandon, and City Winery. The bottom section includes Fort Hamilton Distillery, IDEKO, NYC Media & Entertainment, Nitehawk Cinema, Hardwired, ABC 7, CityPoint, and Schneps, along with a logo for 90.7 WFUV, which states "Music Discovery Starts Here." The text is prominently displayed at the top, thanking the sponsors and partners.

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