Summer concert series opens May 21 in downtown Downers Grove
All summer, Fishel Park in Downers Grove will come alive with the vibrant beats of the 2024 Summer Concert Series, presented by The Eric Hamilton Team at Guaranteed Rate.
The 13-week series will bring live music to the community on Tuesday evenings from May 21 through Aug. 13. The free, family-friendly concerts are held at Veterans Memorial Pavilion in Fishel Park, 1036 Grove St. (just west of Main Street) in Downers Grove.
Musical entertainment will be 7 to 8:30 p.m. Food, beer and wine sales begin at 6 p.m.
Attendees of the concerts are encouraged to arrive with an appetite, as a variety of food trucks and vendors will be on rotation.
Food vendors will include Boom Box Burgers, Dope Sandwich Truck, Every Day’s a Sundae, Grumpy Gaucho, Poundcake Bakery, Sarpino’s Pizza and Wells Street Popcorn.
For those aged 21 or older, refreshing adult beverages can be purchased for $7 per ticket (ID required), while bottled water will be offered at $2 each.
Adult beverages on tap will include Surly Furious IPA, Alter Brewing Center Line, Stella Artois and Ciderboys Hard Cider in addition to a variety of wines and seltzers available.
The schedule of food vendors is available at www.dgparks.org.
Michelle Pusateri, superintendent of recreation, is leading the concert planning team.
“In 2023, Fishel Park hosted an unprecedented attendance of 20,000 visitors, setting a new record for the Downers Grove Park District,” Pusateri said. “We are excited to reveal the diverse array of bands scheduled for this summer, spanning from Motown and soul music to country and contemporary hits. This lineup ensures there’s something for every age group and musical preference.”
The 2024 concert lineup will be:
• May 21: Good Clean Fun, top 40s hits
• May 28: Rosie and the Rivets, retro rock & roll
• June 4: The PriSSillas, female rock
• June 11: Cadillac Groove, R&B/Soul
• June 18: Sushi Roll, pop/rock
• June 25: Generation, classic rock/Soul
• July 2: Johnny Russler & the Beach Bum Band, Jimmy Buffett/Beach Party
• July 9: Kaleidoscope Eyes, The Beatles cover band
• July 16: The Disco Circus, 1970s disco/funk
• July 23: One Night Band, top 40s hits
• July 30: Nashville Electric Company, country
• Aug. 6: Industrial Drive, cover band performing music from 1980s to today
• Aug. 13: Valius Rock, pop cover band
The summer concert series runs rain or shine, however, for severe weather updates and concert information, visit dgparks.org.
As the presenting sponsor, The Eric Hamilton Team at Guaranteed Rate will offer free face painting for children from 7 to 8 p.m. Each week, they will also host a local veteran and their family to be recognized as a special guest in honor of their service.
Eric Hamilton, a proud lifelong resident of Downers Grove, is thrilled to announce his sponsorship of the local concert, underscoring his deep commitment to giving back to the community.
“Our goal is to become the premier retail mortgage lender nationwide, and we believe that our success is not just about growing our business, but about the positive impact we can make on our Guaranteed Rate family, our valued customers, and the communities we are part of,” Hamilton stated.
This initiative is a testament to Hamilton’s dedication to not only excel in the mortgage lending industry but to also ensure that such success translates into meaningful contributions to the community, reinforcing the principle that with growth comes the responsibility to do good.
The Summer Concert Series welcomes over 20,000 visitors each summer and is a great opportunity for local businesses to connect with residents of the Downers Grove community. In addition to the Eric Hamilton Team at Guaranteed Rate, the event is sponsored by Jackson Family Dentistry, First Baptist Church of Downers Grove, the Kim Moustis Group of Keller Williams Experience, Community Bank of Downers Grove, Pagels Group, Renewal by Andersen, Kelly Cruises & Tours, SportClips Haircuts and Bank Financial.
“The success of the series is enhanced through partnerships with local businesses and organizations, creating a mutually beneficial relationship. Event sponsors have the opportunity to engage directly with visitors, forge connections, and disseminate their information in an enjoyable setting,” said Erin Collins, marketing & sponsorship specialist for the Downers Grove Park District.
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2024 concerts are still open, and businesses interested can reach out to Erin Collins at (630) 960-7256 for additional details.