The High Peaks town of Wilmington, NY, has announced the lineup for their Wilmington Beach Summer Concert Series. The series will run between July 11 and August 29, with all shows taking place at the beautiful Wilmington Town Beach between 6 and 9 p.m.
Wilmington, a small town nestled in the valley of the West Branch of the AuSable River, is a classic Adirondack destination filled to the brim with nature. The town is also the setting of the 3-time annual Wilmington Mountain Music Festival.
One of the town’s best recreational spots, Lake Everest, is home to the annual Wilmington Beach Summer Concert Series.
This summer, the series is back with a fresh lineup of talented musicians. Some of the billed artists include Grey Wolf, The Harbingers and On3.
Besides the series, Lake Everest has many family-friendly activities that are a perfect pairing for any evening show. Rentals are available for aqua bikes, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards in the lake, and there is easy access to swimming, boating, volleyball and a playground. There is also a nature trail loop that begins to the right of the lake.
Grills are available in the park for anyone looking to cook a meal to watch the show with.
So if you’re in the area and looking to fill up an evening, come down to Wilmington Town Beach and kick back in a lawn chair, or get to your feet and dance to one of the many talented artists with Lake Everest as your backdrop.
Visit here for more information. See below for the official graphic and a full written lineup.
Slavic Soul Party, a New York City brass band will rock Schenectady, NY with their performance at the Music Haven concert series on July 21.
The nine piece band blends Slavic, Balkan and Roma tunes to create their unique sound. The band has been officially named the number one GypsySoul, BalkanBrass band in NYC. The band is led by drummer Matt Moran who is accompanied by Kenny Bentley on the tuba, John Carlson and Kenny Warren on trumpets, Adam Dotson and Tim Vaughn on trombones, Peter Hess on the saxophone, Peter Stan on the accordion and Chris Stromquist on percussion.
Over the last 15 years they have released seven albums and toured around North America, Europe and Turkey and Zimbabwe. The group has a less than traditional way of recording. They recorded the album Bigger in under four hours with another brass band and used four roosters in the making. Slavic Soul Party re-arranged Duke Ellington “Far East Suite” for their 2016 album, adding their own twist to the classic jazz record.
Joining the concert series as Slavic Soul Party’s opener is Niva, a four-woman Macedonian band from Brooklyn. The band performs a variety of tradition folk music in Macedonian
This year’s Music Haven series features a lineup of incredible international and cultural performers. The 34th season includes Mokoomba, a Zimbabwean Afro-fusion band, Buckwheat Zydeco, a creole-funk artist from Louisiana and an Irish folk band called Goitse.
You can catch these free performances every Sunday from July 7 to Aug 30. Yanni’s 2-Go will serve a global menu throughout the series. During the Slavic Soul Party performance, they will serve traditional Balkan dishes like Moussaka and Baklava.
To find more information about the lineup, you can visit the Music Haven Website here.
The Troy Savings Bank Music Hall Barker Park Kids series returns this Thursday, July 11th. The free outdoor concert series takes place every Thursday at 11am from July 11th through August 29th in the Barker Park playground.
Barker Park is located at the corner of 3rd and State Streets. Attendees can play along with the musicians at all the concerts with instruments provided by John Keal Music. Summer Camps and Day cares are welcome to attend enjoy free summer fun with the kids.
Barker Park Kids Series Dates and Artists
July 11th: Andy The Music Man at 11:00AM
Popular children’s musician renowned for the special way he connects with his audiences. A talented guitarist, mandolin player and songwriter, Andy mingles traditional and original songs and novelty, delighting and involving kids through sing-a-longs, dancing, play-acting and storytelling.
July 18th: Jordan Taylor Hillat 11:00AM Jordan is an artist rooted in traditional music from West Africa and the diaspora combined with today’s sounds. His early influence in song writing and performance is coupled in a unique way meant to equally inspire and entertain.
July 25th: Heardat 11:00AM
A collective of musicians that bring their skills and passion for world music, jazz and improvising together to create irresistible grooves set in a unique sonic tapestry. Together for a decade, their vibrant sound incorporates influences from West Africa, Brazil, the Caribbean and beyond.
August 1st: Watch Reggie Runat 11:00AM
Formed in 2017 by Dave and his son Luke who has autism, WATCH REGGIE RUN, is named after how they spend their time when not making music (watching Luke’s sister Reggie run in Track and XC meets). The father/son duo shares a love of music and has found it to be a great way of connecting despite Luke’s limited communication skills. The songs were all inspired by Luke. It’s fun music for ALL AGES.
August 8th: Deb Cavanaughat 11:00AM
Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and roots singer Deb Cavanaugh lives in the foothills of the Taconic Mountains, in upstate New York. She plays a variety of styles including blues, rock and traditional folk as well as a variety of instruments. Currently her favorite instrument is the mountain dulcimer.
August 15th: DJ HollyW8Dat 11:00AM
Originally from Brooklyn, DJ HollyW8D energizes crowds throughout the Upstate New York Capital Region. He has always gravitated to music throughout his life and hopes to bring versatility in his music mixing wherever he goes. Drawing inspiration from many including his mother, Sean P. Diddy Combs and DJ Puffy, HollyW8D aims to inspire others with his daily grind and optimistic energy.
August 22nd: Ragtime Wind Jammersat 11:00AM
The “Ragtime Windjammers” play historic tunes meant to illustrate several facets of Jazz music as it developed in America around the turn of the 20th century. Audience participation is encouraged and several volunteers are used to visually illustrate several acoustic ideas.
August 29th: Ellen Sinopoli Dance Companyat 11:00AM
31-year-old not-for-profit arts organization located in NYS’s Capital Region. ESDC’s commitment to CREATE, COLLABORATE, EDUCATE and PARTNER remains in the forefront as it shares its work with diverse audiences through concerts, showcases, residencies, workshops, educational and community outreach.
The Brewster Summer Music Series has returned to Brewster, New York, for its fourth annual year, with an exciting lineup of musical artists performing through the end of July. All shows will take place at the Gazebo at Southeast Veterans Park on Wednesdays between 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Located in Putnam County, Brewster is an intimate village about an hour north of New York City. For a town with a population of only about 2,500, the Brewster Summer Music Series is a significant yearly musical gathering for the community.
Coming into its fourth year, the annual series is returning to its regular spot at the Gazebo at Southeast Veterans Park for shows every Wednesday until July 31.
The event is fully organized by the Town of Southeast Cultural Arts Coalition (CAC), a non-profit group that aims to create and preserve the cultural arts of the Town of Southeast and nearby communities.
All artists still performing for the rest of the month are M80s New York, Genevieve Faivre Jazz and Jay Prince and Friends.
Please note that everyone attending the concert is required to carry out everything they brought in, including their own trash. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged.
Visit here for more information about the series. See below for the full lineup with descriptions of the artists. In the event of weather concerns, please check here.
Full Event Lineup
7/17 – M80s New York
Bringing New York’s premier rock experience with a big sound that harkens back to your favorite rock and roll songs from the ‘80s, is M80s New York. Recently seen at Putnam Golf Summer Series to a sell-out crowd, they are sure to get you on your feet and dancing.
7/24 – Genevieve Faivre Jazz
Genevieve Faivre, a homegrown singer-songwriter and Brewster High School alum will bring her signature voice and style to Brewster. She has played all throughout the area and NYC, including 54 Below in Manhattan, The Red Lion in NYC Village and The Red Pavilion (Taboo Jazz) in Brooklyn, as well as branching out for recordings for AMC, EI Ride Entertainment and Astarte. Attendees will be treated to jazz standards, bosa nova as well as specialty songs, with a collection of the finest jazz musicians from the NYC area who appear regularly at clubs and Broadway shows. Special guest Tony DePaolo will also be leading off the night at 6:30 with his talents on the guitar.
7/31 – Jay Prince and Friends
For the final show in the series, Jay Prince and Friends, an outstanding and professional entertainment group that boasts, “Rock, Funk, Groove, Repeat,” will gather the best local professional musicians to the gazebo once again. Remember to bring your lawn chairs and picnics!
The Albany Institute of History and Art presents their latest free concert series, Summer Music at the Museum. The series will take place on select Wednesdays throughout the months of July and August and feature a number of local musicians, artists, and restaurants.
In partnership with the Albany Musicians Association and Motion Picture and Television Fund (MPTF), Summer Music at the Museum returns to the Albany Institute as the 2024-2025 season begins. The series consists of three separate performances, each on a select Wednesday of each month. The concert series began with its first performance on Wednesday, June 26. The next scheduled concert is Wednesday, July 17, from 5:00-7:00 pm, featuring The Art D’echo Trio.
The Art D’echo Trio is a jazz trio hailing from New York’s capital region. Its members are pianist Dave Gleason, bassist Mike Lawrence, and drummer Pete Sweeney. Formed in 2012, The Art D’echo Trio have performed together in multiple jazz combos since they were teenagers. Eventually, the three musicians formed an official jazz trio, bringing their skills to performances all over New York. Over the years, the trio have played everything, from Latin jazz tunes to their own renditions of classic jazz standards, enthralling audiences everywhere they go. Their one-of-a-kind musicianship is inspiring to both lifelong jazz fans and newcomers to the genre. Now, they head to Albany for a stellar performance at Summer Music at the Museum.
The Art D’echo Trio – official Facebook page
The next concert for Summer Music at the Museum is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14.
All concerts for Summer Music at the Museum are free and open to the public. The Albany Institute encourages attendees to bring picnic blankets or camp out on the lawn of the museum. The venue is located at 125 Washington Ave, Albany. For any updates or additional information, visit AIHA’s website, linked here.
This July, the city of Troy hosts two separate concert series and a special live event at Powers and Riverfront Park.
“Rockin’ on the River,” which began on June 26, will last through to August 7, with concerts every other week on Wednesday.
The Powers Park series begins on July 13 and will last until August 24, with concerts happening weekly on Saturdays. The Uncle Sam Jam at Powers Park will be a special live event at Powers Park on July 27.
Similarly, each concert series features a wide range of local and regional musicians and fun free for the whole family.
Presented by the Downtown Troy Business Improvement District, “Rockin’ on the River” is a free concert series hosted at Riverfront Park in downtown Troy. Rockin’ on the River includes four nights of rock ‘n ‘ roll, roots, and blues music alongside local food and drink vendors. The concerts are held weekly on Wednesdays at 5:30 pm, featuring two artists each night, with the exception of the performance scheduled for July 10. Fans can enjoy the display of food, drinks, and music for free, with no tickets necessary.
Below is the weekly lineup for Rockin’ on the River, and for more information, visit their website linked here. Due to severe weather and thunderstorms, the Rockin’ on the River concert on July 10 has been postponed for one week. Fans can still catch Hot Cousin, the Chris Busone Band, and The Albany Rock Pit Showcase Band on July 17 at 5:30 pm.
Rockin’ on the River Series Lineup
June 26: Skeeter Creek with Road Soda Pop
July 17 (postponed from 7/10): Hot Cousin with The Chris Butone Band and the Albany Rock Pit Showcase Band
July 24: Blues for Breakfast with Side B
August 7: Crash My Party (The Ultimate Luke Bryan Tribute Band) with Joe Adee & The Lug Nuts
Sponsored by local businesses, the Powers Park series has served the concertgoers and the community for over twenty years. Since 2004, crowds have returned every Saturday evening to see the best in local entertainment on the Neil Kelleher Stage. Over the last two decades, the Powers Park series has become one of the city’s most anticipated events, bringing free music, food, and entertainment to the citizens of Troy. The park is located at 110th Street and Second Avenue in North Troy. Moreover, the full lineup of the series is below. Concerts are every Saturday, starting July 13 until August 24.
Powers Park Series Lineup
July 13: Brian Kane and The Beginning
July 20: Super 400
August 3: Triffid
August 10: Grit and Whiskey
August 17: Matt Mirabile Band
August 24: E-Block
Finally, the Uncle Sam Jam is a one-time event at Powers Park. In collaboration with the Combat Vets Association, the Uncle Sam Jam is a celebration of veterans and those who have served in combat. The concert is chock full of free food and music from local vendors. Join the Joe Mele Project and the Pat Travers Band for a night of rock and roll, free for the entire family.
The small village of Hoosick Falls, located in northeastern Rensselaer County, has announced the lineup for its 2024 Hoosick Falls Summer Concert Series. Held in the Wood Park gazebo, all shows will run between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m..
The village of Hoosick Falls, inside the town of Hoosick, is a charming upstate town with a population of about 3,600, just 45 minutes from Albany. Dotted with rolling hills and mountains, Hoosick Falls is accentuated by the Walloomsac and Hoosic rivers, which run directly through the town.
Wood Park, just a block from the Hoosic River, is host to many Hoosick Falls events, one of which is the Hoosick Falls Summer Concert Series.
Kicking off on July 6, the series will feature free live performances in the Wood Park gazebo. All shows are held in July and August on Friday or Saturday nights.
Some of the bands performing include The Roadhouse Rhythm and Blues Band (July 6), a new country band fronted by Hoosick residents Krissy Fauler, William Goober Steller and the multi-talented Bluz House Rockers (July 20), who have rocked the Capital Region for over 29 years.
Food will be available from The Moose Kaboose food truck and a cash bar from UNIHOG. All shows are free and made possible by sponsors.
So bring a chair or blanket and enjoy some of the best live music the capital region has to offer!
Visit here for more information. See below for a full lineup.
Just south of Canada, the quaint town of Waddington, NY, is bringing back its annual Waddington Summer Concert Series between July 5 and August 23. Acts in this series have entertained over 15,000 people in just the last five years, with 2024 marking the fifteenth overall year of the series in the beautiful pavilion at Island View Park.
Waddington, NY, is a small and close-knit community with a population of about 2,200 people. Known for some of the best sunsets in the North Country, Waddington is an idyllic destination for anybody in the area looking for a day-long getaway.
However, aside from the town’s walking trails, river-front beach, and annual carp fishing tournaments, the Waddington Summer Concert Series is one of the town’s biggest recreational outlets.
Going by the theme of “Music on the Shore – 2024” for this year’s series, the Waddington summer series is back for its 15th straight year. Moreover, like every year, Waddington summer series is free to the public. Similarly, all shows will run between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m., aside from three that have extended hours. Shows with unique hours are noted in the full-listed lineup.
Additionally performances will take place at the Island View Park pavilion, just next to the St. Lawrence River. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch one of the town’s famous sunsets while watching a show.
For more information and updates, visit here. See below for this year’s full lineup.
Summer Series July Lineup
July 5th – Mark Rust
Mark Rust will kick off the annual Alice Carr Memorial Dedication concert. Mark, a multitalented musician from Woodstock, NY will perform favorite songs to memorialize friends and family lost to our community in the past year.
July 12th – 6:30 to 9:30: Leave Those Kids Alone
New to the pavilion stage is a phenomenal group coming to us from Ontario, Canada. These talented kids will grace our stage for 3 hours! The “Kids” will entertain with a mix of classic rock covers and original tunes, and they will rock it!
July 19th – 6:30 to 9:30: Double Axel
Back by popular demand, we present everyoneâs favorite group: Alex, Rob and Frank have been making music together since 1971. Also, they love what they do and it shows.
July 26th – Phil Hurley
Phil Hurley is returning to the Waddington stage this year. Phil is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, vocalist and bassist. This talented musician does it all. In fact he has played with many bands you would recognize and has written songs for films and TV shows. Phil is a true professional and will certainly entertain.
August Lineup
August 2nd – 6:30-10:30: SFM In conjunction with HOMECOMING
The Waddington Concert Series is an annual stop for these talented musicians who never disappoint.
August 9th – Tas Cru
Tas Cru returns this year to share his own unique brand of Blues. Tas is a prolific singer, songwriter, and guitarist who has recorded 5 albums in the last 7 years. Namely, Tas performs a mix of original songs along with crowd-pleasing classics, all with his own twist and unique style.
August 16th – Chris Taylor and the Custom Taylor Band
Hailing from central New York, Chris and his band are New York’s premiere Top 40 Country Music band. The band has opened for many country music recording artists. Come on down for an up-close concert with these very talented musicians.
August 23rd – Northbound
We are very proud and honored to present Northbound. These talented men have been playing a mix of pop, folk and rock together for years. They are tight and in-tune, with a relaxed interaction on stage that is sure to charm and entertain.
The Luzerne Music Center has announced its summer concerts before the beginning of the 2024-2025 season. Hosted in the town of Lake Luzerne, the concerts showcase the talent of regional and local musicians. Moreover attendees can enjoy dozens of performances of classical music from local groups to national touring ensembles. Notably, a wide variety of shows will be hosted this summer throughout the town, including a Chamber Music Festival, student concerts, and the Faculty Artist Series.
Luzerne Summer Lineup
Kicking off the summer is the Luzerne Chamber Music Festival. The festival includes performances from musicians all over the Northeast, including New York City, Philadelphia, and more. Musicians of the NYC Ballet Orchestra kick off the festival on Monday, July 8, presenting a quintet and sextet playing pieces of Mozart and Brahms. Following the NYC Ballet’s performance is the American String Quartet on Monday, July 29, playing pieces from composers like Beethoven, Caroline Shaw, Vivian Fung, and Maurice Ravel. Lastly, the musicians of The Dalí Quartet and The Philadelphia Orchestra, with CEO and Artistic Director Elizabeth Pitcairn, close out the festival on August 5 and 12, respectively.
Following the Chamber Music Festival is a series of Faculty Concerts, performed by faculty members of the Luzerne Music Center. Each concert incorporates music from all periods, including LMC’s composers-in-residence, James Chu and Connor Elias Way. The weekly Faculty Concerts are every Friday, beginning on June 28 and ending on August 9.
Along with festivals, the Luzerne Music Center hosts free concerts featuring their own students. Starting on June 29, students of the Luzerne Music Center will alternate between solo and chamber showcases, displaying what they have learned over the course of the year. The LMC Symphony Orchestra joins them starting June 30, including a piano prelude for specific events. All student and LMC Symphony Orchestra concerts are free and welcome all ages.
Additionally, the full list of all concerts being held in the Luzerne Music Center is on their website, linked here.
Back for its 24th year in a row, the Brunswick Summer Concert Series is here for another summer of jams in the park. The free-to-the-public series will feature shows every Tuesday between 6:30-8 p.m. from July 9 to August 27 in the Brunswick Community Center field.
Brunswick, located in Troy, just northeast of Albany, has long been a musically rich town. With the combined populations of Troy and Albany reaching above 150,000, the region has a lot of space for fostering talent.
Initially beginning in 2001 as the only Albany-area summer concert series other than the wildly successful Alive at 5, the Brunswick Summer Concert Series has evolved into a musical community staple. What was once a far-out idea to organizers now attracts around 400 people to all of its concerts. Bands that perform in the series are often local to Brunswick or at least have local connections.
Located in the beautiful Brunswick Community Center field, the series’ venue has everything that one could need. All shows will take place on the community center’s wooden stage, overlooking a large grass field that’s perfect for blankets and lawn chairs. A professional sound system will also be hooked up for all shows, courtesy of local audiovisual company Live Sound Inc. Performances will usually have food vendors that open 30 minutes before the start time so that guests have the opportunity to get food before the performances begin.
One of this summer’s vendors is the local American food restaurant, Big Bellies. Big Bellies has a permanent storefront in Troy but also operates a food truck for special occasions. Come down and see Big Bellies at the Brunswick Community Center for burgers and fries ahead of any of the shows.
As with every year, this summer has a wide variety of acts. From Get Up Jack’s Celtic/Americana to The Tichy Boys’ country/rockabilly, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Big Fez & The Surfmatics, a surf and beach band, will even bring along two dance instructors to help anyone in the crowd looking to learn dances from the 60s to fit the mood during their performance on July 23.
So if you’ve got the time, take a trip to the Brunswick Community Center on a Tuesday night this summer and enjoy an evening of live music, delicious food and a spirited atmosphere.
In the event of rain, shows will be canceled. Visit here for updates.
