The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall's FREE, family-friendly outdoor summertime music series returns this year with a lineup that is sure to get your feet moving! The events run from 5-9pm and are located on the Bayside Lawn of the Van Wezel.

FridayFest opens on June 19 with the return of Kettle of Fish. The band who is known for "Rockin the Blues" loves to play a little bit of everything - from Blues to Bluegrass; Hank Williams Jr. to Jimmy Hendrix. They have opened for some of the biggest bands on the road, including Roger Waters, Dickey Betts, Eddie Money, and many more. On July 10, Kim Betts and the Gamble Creek Band bring their high energy brand of country/rock, covering all the latest hits from Nashville. With strong female and male leads, their vocal harmonies are as spot on as the virtuosic guitar, fiddle, and mandolin solos.

Fan favorite, Yesteredayze makes a return appearance on August 21. Their eclectic mix of hits from the 60's transports the audience to a time of peace and love, and a little bit of carefree dancing was all we needed to "Let It Be".

Closing the Friday Fest series on September 18 is Reverend Barry & Funktastic Soul Featuring The Hellacious Horns. Playing all the best dance music by the likes of Earth, Wind & Fire, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Kool & the Gang, James Brown & more, this band knows how to bring the party!

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Pleas note that the Foundation is not hosting the VIP area this year but we are a sponsor and we get a limited number of passes which will be given out on a first come, first serve basis. We will need an RSVP this year if you plan to attend.

To RSVP, call us at 366-5578.