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Music in the Parks
Grab your lawn chair, blanket, picnic basket and cooler and come join us on Sunday and Tuesday evenings for some great musical entertainment in the parks! All performances are family friendly. Local Anoka and metro area musicians take the stage to entertain you and share their love of music. Many different genre’s of music are represented throughout both concert series so there is sure to be something for everyone! Concerts are free. Concerts will be cancelled if there is inclement weather. Be sure to follow the City of Anoka facebook page for the most recent concert information and reminders.
Rockin’ on the Rum
Tuesday evenings during June, July, and August. Concerts begin at 6:00 p.m. and last 2-hours. These concerts feature a variety of family-friendly music by popular metro area and regional performers. Some concert dates will include food trucks or concessions. Bring your lawn chair, pack a picnic or grab a meal to go from one of the restaurants in the downtown area. The Rum River provides a fantastic backdrop - boat docks located above and below the dam provide a great option for people that like to visit Anoka via the river!
Veterans Stage at Riverfront Memorial Park
2201 2nd Ave, Anoka
Rockin' on the Rum Schedule - Tuesday Evenings
| Performer Name (Click their name to view their website) |
Date | Start Time | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Into Summer Concert- Roadhouse Blue |
June 21 | 5:00 p.m. 5p-6p 6p-8p |
Music, Food Trucks, and more! Folk Americana Classic Rock and Popular Oldies! |
| Alex Larson | June 28 | 6:00 p.m. | Progressive Roots with Anoka's own Alex Larson! |
| Raquel & the Wildflowers | July 5 | 6:00 p.m. | 90s |
| Matt & Laurel Music | July 12 | 6:00 p.m. | Acoustic duo - 60s to today! |
| Jay Walter & the Rectifiers | July 19 | 6:00 p.m. | Roots-n-Blues |
| Salsa del Soul | *September 9* | 6:00 p.m. | Salsa Music! Get ready to dance! (*Make up date*) |
| Power of 10 | August 2 | 6:00 p.m. | Pop, funk, R&B, and a whole lotta dancin' music! |
| Sawyer's Dream | Aug 9 | 6:00 p.m. | Vocal Harmony Americana |
| Aug 16 | 6:00 p.m. | 90's and Today hits to get you movin'! | |
| Ring of Kerry | Aug 23 | 6:00 p.m. | Traditional Celtic Music |
| Aug 30 | 6:00 p.m. | Southern Rock |
Concert in the Park
Sunday evenings 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 pm in July and August
This is the city’s original concert series featuring small groups, soloists, and duets and local musicians. These are 60 - 90 minute performances. Concert location will be at George Green Park Bandshell! The concert series includes a variety of family-friendly entertainment by local area musicians. Grab your lawn chair or blanket and your family and friends, and come join us for some great entertainment, relaxation, and socialization.
Bicentennial Bandshell at George Green Park
1502 6th Ave, Anoka
Weather related cancellations will be posted on the City of Anoka Facebook page at @CityofAnokaMN.
Concert in the Park Schedule - Sunday Evenings
| Performer Name (Click their name to view their website) |
Date | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Suburban Concert Band | July 3 | 6:00 pm | Concert Band Music |
| Alive & Kickin' | July 10 | 6:00 pm | Rock & Roll |
| The Bill Koncar Band | July 17 | 6:00 pm | Polka brought to you by Anoka's own Bill Koncar! |
| Women's Drum Center | July 24 | 6:00 pm | Drum Variety Show |
| Other Country Ensemble | July 31 | 6:00 pm | Global Music |
| U Can Jug or Nots | *August 28* | 6:00 pm | Old Time Jug Band! (*Make Up Date*) |
| Pan-Handlers Band | August 14 | 6:00 pm | Caribbean & Pop Music on Steel Drums |
Spring into Summer
June 21, 2022- 5 p.m.
Anoka’s Spring into Summer replaces our "End of Summer Bash" to kick off the summer right! Spring into Summer will take place at Riverfront Memorial Park, 2201 2nd Ave, in June each year. This outdoor event includes a concert on the Veterans Stage, food trucks, yard games, and much more!
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