Thousands of NYPD Officers Honored at 'Thank You, NYPD' Concert at MSG

The inaugural event raised $500,000 for the New York City Police Foundation.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 5:36am

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Thousands of New York City police officers and their families packed Madison Square Garden for a free, star-studded 'Thank You, NYPD' concert that featured performances by Cyndi Lauper, John Fogerty, Fat Joe, and comedians Chris Distefano and Sam Morril. The event, spearheaded by MSG Entertainment CEO James Dolan, raised $500,000 for the New York City Police Foundation.

Why it matters

The concert was an effort to boost morale across the NYPD and show appreciation for the department's service, amid ongoing public rhetoric that often condemns the police. MSG has a history of hosting large civic events to rally New Yorkers, such as after 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.

The details

Over 15,000 NYPD officers and civilian employees, along with their families, attended the concert, which featured performances by Grammy-winning artists and popular comedians. The event was free for attendees, and MSG Entertainment covered all production and operating costs. Pershing Square Capital Management CEO Bill Ackman matched every dollar donated up to $250,000.

  • The 'Thank You, NYPD' concert was held on March 28, 2026.
  • MSG Networks said the concert will become an annual event for the NYPD, which has about 33,000 officers and 15,000 civilian employees.

The players

James Dolan

The CEO and executive chairman of MSG Entertainment, who spearheaded the 'Thank You, NYPD' concert.

Bill Ackman

The CEO of Pershing Square Capital Management, who matched every dollar donated up to $250,000 for the event.

Andy Guo

An officer from the 60th Precinct who was excited to see Cyndi Lauper perform at the concert.

Christopher De Sciora

An officer from the 60th Precinct who was a fan of Fat Joe and Chris Distefano, and expressed pride in the NYPD.

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What they’re saying

“I think it just highlights the importance of what my brothers and sisters do on a daily basis.”

— Officer Andy Guo, 60th Precinct

“Being able to help our community day in and day out, you know, it's what we love to do. It's why we put on the uniform everyday.”

— Officer Christopher De Sciora, 60th Precinct

What’s next

MSG Networks said the 'Thank You, NYPD' concert will become an annual event for the police department.

The takeaway

The concert was a heartfelt show of appreciation for the NYPD, highlighting the important role the department plays in the New York City community. By hosting the event and covering all costs, MSG Entertainment demonstrated a commitment to boosting morale and recognizing the daily sacrifices of the city's police officers.