Interlochen in New York City: April 2026

Gather with Interlochen alumni and Carolyn Purcell, Associate Director of Engagement, in New York City! Let us know you are coming by registering for these informal gatherings at this link. 

Thursday, April 16

6 - 9 p.m. | Happy Hour

Fifth Hammer Brewing Company | 10-28 46th Ave, Long Island City

Stop by for music by Fifth Hammer owner Chris Cuzme (IAA 90-94, saxophone), Joe Friedman (IAC 92, IAA 92-94, guitar), Edward Perez (IAC 91-92, IAA 93-96, bass), and Doug Hirlinger (IAA 92-94, drums). Food for purchase from The Loaded Potato food truck, or take out from neighborhood eateries welcome! 

Friday, April 17 

8:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Drop-in Coffee 

Ole & Steen Bryant Park | 80 West 40th Street

Drop in for a morning bite and beverage as your schedule allows. 

Saturday, April 18

1 - 3 p.m. | Innocence by Kaija Saariaho

The Metropolitan Opera | 30 Lincoln Center Plaza 

The Met premiere of Saariaho’s final opera features alum Miles Mykkanen (IAC 02-04, IAA 08-09), and the Met Orchestra includes 19 alumni! A limited number of group discount tickets are available for $114.50 (Dress Circle) or $49.50 (Family Circle).

3:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Happy Hour

The Empire Rooftop | 44 West 63rd Street, 12th Floor

Spend some time with alumni friends overlooking Lincoln Center on a springtime Saturday afternoon.

Contact the Office of Engagement at 231.276.7630 or engagement@interlochen.org with questions.