Current Event and Performance Schedule:
Updated 6/3/24
It's time for the Summer Concert Series!
The second-most asked question we receive (#1 is the projected winning lottery numbers) is:
Who is playing in the 2024 concert series in McKinley Park?
We now have that answer! Below is the list for this summer, with all performances starting at 7pm. Frequent attenders will remember to bring a lawn chair, sunglasses, and possibly a beverage (non-alcoholic, as we are in a city park). Performances are not "rain or shine", as instruments and electronics react poorly to moist conditions. And so do musicians!
NOTE: We have been advised that local law enforcement will be enforcing the ban on parking on, or driving across, the grass. Additional parking is available at the Marion General Hospital lot next to McKinley Park.
June 9 John Mullins
June 16 Marion Concert Band
June 23 Whirlybirds
June 30 Brian Michael Smith With the John Vermeulen Octet (think Frank Sinatra and swing music)
July 7 Marionaires/ Cast of "The Little Mermaid"
July 14 Marion Concert Band
July 21 Marion Area Orchestra and Quintessence
July 28 Spittin' Image
August 4 The Palace Theatre Big Band
August 11 Marion Concert Band
As mentioned in other posts, support is not just attendance, but financial. Through the generosity of our sponsors, over the years we have been able to provide compensation for the various performers to defray their expenses. This is with the obvious exception of the Marion Concert Band, who contributes their time and energy to make the summer concert series a success. We are pleased to note that we have already received significant contributions toward the costs of continuing this series in 2024. If you would like to contribute toward the 2024 schedule, check our the Sponsors tab on this site.
That seems to bring us up to date for now. As more information becomes available, we will share.
Stay warm, and we'll see you at the show!