Lewisohn Stadium Park
Former collegiate amphitheater on City College campus
Outdoor amphitheatre on City College's Hamilton Heights campus in Manhattan, historically hosting summer concerts, classical performances and community events. Visitors come for performances and glimpses of early 20th-century campus architecture.
Lewisohn Stadium at a Glance#
Address: Formerly on the Columbia University campus, between 116th and 120th Streets, Morningside Heights, New York, NY
Admission: Admission varies by event; outdoor concerts and university athletic events may have separate fees
How to Get to Lewisohn Stadium#
Located within the Columbia University campus in Morningside Heights: accessible via the 1 train to 116th St-Columbia University station, or by several MTA buses along Broadway and Riverside Drive. Exact site details depend on current campus configurations and any replacement facilities.
Tips for Visiting Lewisohn Stadium#
- If attending a performance, check Columbia University's event calendar - many concerts are free or low-cost for students and alumni.
- The old stadium sits adjacent to the university; combine a visit with the nearby Morningside Heights landmarks like Riverside Church and Grant's Tomb.
- Note that the original Leake Memorial Stadium was demolished; check specific events for the exact on-campus location and access details.
Best Time to Visit Lewisohn Stadium#
Campus events dictate the best visiting times; autumn and spring have lively schedules.
Weather & Climate near Lewisohn Stadium#
Lewisohn Stadium's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1202 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -5° - 4° | -5° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -4° - 5° | -4° | 76 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 0° - 10° | 1° | 105 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 16° | 10° | 105 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 11° - 22° | 16° | 112 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 16° - 26° | 21° | 93 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 29° | 24° | 112 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 19° - 28° | 23° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 14° - 24° | 19° | 103 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 92 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 12° | 5° | 106 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 6° | -2° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
