Bronx River Sounds Festival 2025

Saturday, June 14th, 21st and 28th; 4 - 8:30PM

The Bronx River Art Center presents the 22nd Annual Bronx River Sounds Performing Arts Festival

Join us this June for the Bronx River Sounds Festival — a vibrant celebration of the rich multicultural heritage of The Bronx and New York City through music, art,and community!

Over three Saturdays, BRAC will showcase an exciting lineup of musical guests from The Bronx and beyond, blending traditional sounds with contemporary styles to reflect the dynamic cultural fabric of our city.

Each Saturday afternoon kicks off with hands-on, family-friendly workshops including live drawing, a salsa dance and movement session, and an Afro-Caribbean rhythm circle with live drummers.

As evening falls, the festival stage comes alive with two incredible performances each night. This year’s lineup features world-renowned percussionist Orestes Gomez, powerhouse vocalist and performing artist Janelle McDermoth, and Grammy Award-winning Latin jazz and salsa sensation Jeremy Bosch.

Tickets will be available for individual events, day passes, and full festival access.
Special discounts for Bronx Residents, Snap Recipients and BRAC Students and Families. 

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We can't wait to welcome you to BRAC for another unforgettable summer of rhythm, culture, and community!

Saturday, June 14th 

A night of rhythm, joy, and cultural pride. Exploring salsa, rumba, and Afro-Latin traditions through dance and music.

4pm Workshop: Salsa & Movement Workshop - Charlie Garcia

5pm: Afro-Cuban Rumba Ensemble

7pm: Jeremy Bosch – Grammy-winning powerhouse vocalist, flutist, and composer bringing Salsa dura and Latin soul

Saturday, June 21st  

Where Afro roots meet electronics. Modern sounds with world-music and hip-hop fusions.

4pm Workshop: Live Drawing – instructor and students planning and practicing for the live show

5pm: Orestes Gomez - Venezuelan Afrobeat, Urban, and electronic

7pm: Janelle McDermoth – blending pop, hip hop, and electronics

Saturday, June 28th 

A global journey through sound, featuring artists who reimagine cultural traditions with contemporary flair.

4pm Workshop: Afro Caribbean Rhythm Circle – an interactive drum circle that introduces traditions worldwide.

5pm: Tal Mashiach – guitarist and composer with Middle Eastern influences

7pm: Milena Casaedo – genre-bending jazz/R&B brilliance

Tickets:

Festival 3 Day Pass / All 9 Events All 3 days: $135

Full Day Pass / All 3 events in1 Day : Adult $50 /Youth & Seniors $25

Family Pass Single Day Max. 5 / All 3 Events in 1 day: $100

Single Show: Adult $25 /Youth & Seniors $15

Single Workshop: $20

Youth Up to Age 17/ Seniors over 65+ with ID (Youth must be accompianed by an adult 21 or older)

Bronx River Sounds is presented in partnership with the Coalition of Theaters of Color Initiative funded by the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Additional support is from the NYS Council on the Arts with support from Governor Kathy Hochul and the NYS Legislature.