Khalid brings the It’s Always Summer Somewhere Tour to one of New York’s most storied stages — Radio City Music Hall — on Friday, June 12, with showtime at 7:30 PM ET. This is a sit-down theater experience: legendary acoustics, plush seats, and a room built for a night like this. Once you’re inside, you’re set.
Getting There
The commute is where the weather matters. The National Weather Service is calling for a high near 88°F on Friday, with showers and thunderstorms likely to develop after 5 PM. West winds at 6 to 12 mph will make an umbrella unreliable. Your best move is to leave early — aim to arrive by 6:30 PM or earlier to beat the worst of the storms and clear security before the rush.
If you’re taking the subway, the B/D/F/M at 47–50 Sts–Rockefeller Ctr puts you a short walk from the venue. Rideshare dropoffs along 6th Avenue are convenient but expect surge pricing once the storms pick up. Either way, build in buffer time.
Once you’re inside, forget the weather. The one thing to know about Radio City specifically: the air conditioning runs cold. A light layer is worth having.
Rep the Show
A Khalid t-shirt is the move if you want the classic concert look. If you’re also planning for the cold AC inside or the wet walk home, a Khalid hoodie pulls double duty. There’s also a Khalid hat — practical for the commute in and sharp enough for the show. And for something to take home, a Khalid poster is a clean keepsake from a night at one of the best rooms in New York.
One thing worth adding to your bag: concert ear plugs high fidelity. They filter out the harshest frequencies without dulling the mix — you’ll actually hear more detail in the music, and your ears won’t be ringing when you walk out.
Practical Tips
- Arrive by 6:30 PM — give yourself time for bag check, merch, and finding your seat before the 7:30 PM ET start.
- Keep your bag small. Radio City enforces a bag policy; leave the oversized tote at home.
- No outside food or drinks — plan to grab something nearby before you head in.
- Head out before 5 PM if you can — that’s when the National Weather Service expects storms to develop, and getting in ahead of the rain makes the whole night easier.
Khalid’s sound is made for a room like Radio City. Show up early, grab your merch, and settle in.