NEW ROCHELLE, NY (May 24, 2023) —The City of New Rochelle is excited to announce the launch of its first annual “Downtown Summer Sizzle” Concert Series. The weekly festival will bring fresh energy and new and classic sounds to the heart of the community.
The kick-off ceremony for the “Downtown Summer Sizzle” Concert Series will take place on Friday, May 26th at 4:00 PM with a performance from The Full Count Big Band.
The series will begin on May 27th and continue every Saturday through September 30th. Residents and visitors of all ages are invited to join in Ruby Dee Park at Library Green for a summer filled with music, food, arts, and community connection.
The “Downtown Summer Sizzle” Concert Series boasts an impressive lineup of over 50 performers. From beloved generational acts performed by exceptional cover bands to original music from local bands and acts, the series promises to deliver an outstanding experience for all attendees. Concertgoers can expect tribute acts paying homage to some of music’s biggest names, including Tito Puente Jr, Ayanna’s ‘Tribute to Whitney, Aretha, Mariah, Adele’ and Roots Foundation’s ‘Tribute to Bob Marley,’ plus much more.
In addition to the musical performances, each Saturday will feature food trucks on Lawton Street. A series of special signature events will offer afternoon festivities where attendees can enjoy local food trucks, craft tents, and engaging activities for the whole family. On these activation days, the “Mobile City Hall” initiative will offer residents easy access to information about City programs and services on-the-spot.
The “Downtown Summer Sizzle” Concert Series is part of the City’s broader plan to enhance cultural experiences throughout downtown New Rochelle. The City has partnered with multimedia consultant ‘PMG 97’ to organize the concert series and curate an exceptional lineup of performances.
“We invite our entire community to enjoy outstanding musical performances, delicious food from local vendors, and a range of family-friendly activities at New Rochelle’s “Summer Sizzle” concert series,” said Mayor Noam Bramson.
Here is a list of all the performers by date:
- May 26, 2023: THE FULL COUNT BIG BAND – Opening Ceremony
- May 27, 2023: AYANNA – Tribute to Whitney, Aretha, Mariah, Adele
- June 3, 2023: ALBERT CUMMINGS – Blues
- June 10, 2023: PHILADELPHIA FREEDOM – A Tribute to Elton John
- June 10, 2023: PRIDE EVENT (LGBTQ) – Various Performers and Celebrity DJ
- June 17, 2023: POPA CHUBBY – Part l – Opening: SWAY
- June 24, 2023: LUIS GOMEZ & CALLE107 – Salsa party with Latin Grammy Award recipient
- July 1, 2023: CONJUNTO GUANTANAMO – Afro-Cuban, Salsa
- July 8, 2023: YACHT LOBSTERS – Opening: Twist of Fate
- July 15, 2023: BASTILLE DAY – New Rochelle Jazz Festival
- July 15, 2023: UNFORGETTABLE FIRE – U2 Tribute
- July 22, 2023: SOULSHINE – Allman Brothers Tribute Band. Opening: Bill Steely & Rockin’ Country
- July 29, 2023: TITO PUENTE JR. – Salsa, mambo. Opening: Downstate Darlings
- August 5, 2023: B STREET BAND – Tribute to the Boss. The original Springsteen Band. Opening: Dircks & Kemp
- August 12, 2023: ROOTS FOUNDATION – Tribute to Bob Marley
- August 19, 2023: DECADE OF SOUL – Motown & Soul Tribute
- August 26, 2023: Festival de México – Mariachi, Tejano, Rock en Español
- September 2, 2023: POPA CHUBBY – Part ll – Opening: SWAY
- September 3, 2023: MEET THE FUTURE STARS – Performances by School of Rock students
- September 9, 2023: COLD STARES – Alt. Rock.
- September 16, 2023: JIMMY KENNY & Pirate Beach Band – Opening: Bill Steely & Rockin’ Country
- September 23, 2023: HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION – Barcelona Gipsy Balkan Orchestra and Conjunto Guantanamo
For more information and updates on the “2023 Downtown Summer Sizzle,” please visit www.summernr.com.
