New York’s The Rooftop at Pier 17 to become year-round venue

New York’s The Rooftop at Pier 17 is set to become a year-round performance venue thanks to a custom-designed glass structure. 

The new structure, while preserving the venue’s renowned views of the lower Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge, will allow for winter concerts starting in late 2025. The enclosure will feature floor-to-ceiling glass sliding and will transform The Rooftop at Pier 17 into a climate-controlled, indoor setting.

During the colder months, the transformation will accommodate up to 3,000 fans and introduce a new VIP balcony level. Each spring, the glass structure will be removed, returning The Rooftop to its open-air format for summer performances. This will have a capacity of 3,500.

The announcement coincides with a five-year extension to the partnership between Seaport Entertainment Group and Live Nation, to continue the programming of the award-winning rooftop concert venue. Live Nation will remain as the exclusive booking partner.

Anton Nikodemus, chief executive of Seaport Entertainment Group, commented: “We appreciate our partnership with Live Nation, which has been successful in helping us bring our vision to life.

“We look forward to The Rooftop at Pier 17 transforming into a year-round concert venue. Our state-of-the-art space will deliver an unparalleled experience for both artists and guests, providing the quintessential New York City live music venue no matter the season.”

The new design will also allow The Rooftop at Pier 17 to expand its Seaport Concert Series, with an estimated 25 additional performances. The venue currently hosts more than 60 concerts annually between May and October.

Since its launch in 2018, The Rooftop at Pier 17 has featured performances from the likes of Billie Eilish, Noah Kahan, Ringo Starr, Machine Gun Kelly, Lil Nas X, Diana Ross, Zach Bryan, Kings of Leon, Blondie and more.

“With its breathtaking views of New York City and intimate atmosphere, The Rooftop at Pier 17 is truly a special place for live music,” added Stacie George, senior vice president of booking, Live Nation Northeast.

“We are excited to extend our partnership with Seaport Entertainment Group and continue collaborating in creating opportunities that further connect artists and their fans in this incredible setting throughout the year on The Rooftop at Pier 17.”