{"id":342025,"date":"2026-09-09T18:16:23","date_gmt":"2026-09-09T18:16:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/342025\/"},"modified":"2026-09-09T18:16:23","modified_gmt":"2026-09-09T18:16:23","slug":"elvis-crespo-to-close-out-the-bronx-summer-concert-series-at-orchard-beach-bronx-times","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/342025\/","title":{"rendered":"Elvis Crespo to close out the Bronx Summer Concert Series at Orchard Beach \u2013 Bronx Times"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Elvis Crespo headlined the 2026 Summer Concert Series finale.<\/p>\n

Photo courtesy of the Bronx Borough President\u2019s Office<\/p>\n

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson\u2019s annual Summer Concert Series concluded with performances headlined by Bronx native and Puerto Rican Grammy Award-winning artist Elvis Crespo<\/a> on Sunday, Sept. 6, at Orchard Beach.<\/p>\n

In addition to Crespo, other performers at the finale of this year\u2019s Summer Concert Series included Luisito Rey y La Dinamica<\/a> and the Lower East Side Band. Crespo was also awarded the prestigious Key to the Borough by Gibson in recognition of his accolades.<\/p>\n

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\u201cPerforming in New York City, where I was born, makes this moment meaningful. I can\u2019t wait to bring the energy of merengue back to the city that will always be part of who I am,\u201d Crespo said.<\/p>\n

\"\"Gibson presented Crespo with the Key to the Borough. Photo courtesy of the Bronx Borough President\u2019s Office<\/p>\n

One of the Bronx\u2019s signature summer traditions, the Summer Concert Series brings thousands of residents and visitors of the borough each year to celebrate the music, diversity and cultural richness that define the Bronx. Musical performances often range from salsa and merengue to hip-hop and reggae, while showcasing beloved local performers and internationally recognized artists.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the Bronx Borough President\u2019s Office<\/p>\n

The annual event creates opportunities for families, neighbors and visitors to gather at Orchard Beach, which is one of New York City\u2019s most iconic waterfront destinations.<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the Bronx Borough President\u2019s Office<\/p>\n

\u201cOur Summer Concert Series transforms Orchard Beach into a place where generations of Bronx residents come together to celebrate everything that makes our borough so special,\u201d Gibson said. \u201cFrom salsa and merengue to freestyle and Caribbean sounds, this concert series reflects the vibrant energy and diversity that define our borough. Thank you to all of our performers, sponsors and NYC Parks for helping us showcase the beauty and rich culture of our Bronx Riviera.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\"Photo courtesy of the Bronx Borough President\u2019s Office<\/p>\n

The 2026 Summer Concert Series was sponsored by BronxCare Health System<\/a>, Montefiore Einstein<\/a>, StubHub<\/a>, MADDD Equities<\/a>, New York City Tourism<\/a>, Ponce Bank<\/a>, Empire City Casino<\/a>, Bally\u2019s<\/a>, Agape Transportation Management<\/a>, Essen Health Care<\/a>, Optimum<\/a>, MetroPlus Health<\/a>, Bronx Terminal Market<\/a> and EmblemHealth<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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