American Ballet Theatre Summer Season

Join American Ballet Theatre in New York City for a Summer season that embodies the passion, artistry, and timeless beauty that defines the Company.

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    What is the American Ballet Theatre Summer Season?

    American Ballet Theatre’s (ABT) Summer Season is a prestigious, five-week residency at the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center in New York City. It features 37 performances of four major, full-length classical ballets: Swan Lake, Onegin, Don Quixote, and Sylvia.

    The summer residency includes world-renowned principal dancers, guest artists, and special celebratory events that include:

    ABTKids: A 90-minute, family-friendly introduction to ballet on Saturday, June 27.

    Celebratory Evenings: Post-performance toasts for ticketholders, honoring milestones and themes, such as Pride Night on June 30.

    ABT Masters Series: A full-day immersive workshop for adult dancers, featuring technique, body conditioning and repertoire classes.

    For a full schedule of performances and events, visit abt.org

    A ballerina in a white feathered costume performs an elegant lift with her masked partner during the American Ballet Theatre Summer Season, both illuminated by blue stage lighting and surrounded by mist for a dramatic, ethereal scene.

    How to Experience the American Ballet Theatre Summer Season?

    Tickets pricing starts at $30 and can be purchased at abt.org, by phone at (212) 362-6000 or in person at the Met Box Office.

    When is the American Ballet Theatre Summer Season?

    The American Ballet Summer Season is June 17 to July 18, 2026 at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York City.

    A male ballet dancer in a brown, ancient Greek-style costume performs gracefully against a dark studio backdrop, capturing the elegance and movement celebrated during the American Ballet Theatre Summer Season.

    Take Amtrak to the American Ballet Theatre

    For Directions to Penn Stations, click below.

    Attend the American Ballet this summer via Amtrak to New York’s Penn Station—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! The station is 2.3 miles from The Metropolitan Opera House, making it an easy and convenient option to get to the event.

    Get picked up from Penn Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the New York City office today at 212-647-9777.

    Date

    Jun 17 2026 - Jul 18 2026
    Ongoing...

    Time

    All Day

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    Location

    American Ballet Theatre
    890 Broadway, New York, NY 10003