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Summer Concerts at Bellevue


Tonight's Concert for July 24th is Cancelled

Tonight's concert has been cancelled due to the heat advisory.


Bring a picnic and a blanket and join us at the band shell on Sunday and Thursday evenings to enjoy our free Summer Concert Series. For more information, call the Concert Hotline at (302) 761-6965. Park entrance fees are in effect.
For even more music in the park, join us every Wednesday at noon (July 26-Sept 27) on the Art Center Patio for our Lunchtime Concert series.

It’s that time of the year again... the 2024 Summer Concert Series is upon us! We have a lot of great sponsors for this year’s concert series. Check out our Sponsors Page for the full list!


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Upcoming Summer Concerts


Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Diamond State Concert Band - (Marches, Showtunes, and Concert Band Repertoire) at 6:30 PM

The Diamond State Concert Band is a non-profit, all volunteer organization dedicated to providing excellent music performances in the tri-state area. The band is comprised of nearly 50 musicians from a wide range of ages and backgrounds, united by our passion to share music with our audiences. Our repertoire includes marches, patriotic music, jazz, popular music, show tunes, classical overtures and tunes sure to please every audience.

http://dscb.org

Add to Calendar 6/9/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Diamond State Concert Band Marches, Showtunes, and Concert Band Repertoire Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Ants on A Log - (Music for children and other childlike people) at 6:30 PM

Ants on a Log plays music for children and other childlike people. Their award-winning music centers positivity, social justice, and silliness. Full of humor and harmony, Ants concerts are energetic, interactive, and a delight for children and adults. Join us for this all-ages concert featuring themes of climate justice and environmental education. @antsonalogmusic.

https://www.antsonalogmusic.com/

Add to Calendar 6/13/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Ants on A Log Music for children and other childlike people Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Revolution Heroes - (Blues/Rock) at 6:30 PM

The band showcases and explores a wide range of blues - from its origins in the Delta to the spread north, and its subsequent influence on rock and folk music in the United States and Great Britain from the 1960s to the present. Also woven into this tapestry are several self-compositions along with classic rock and other favorites. We can be described as a roots blues rock band, and have bandwidth in our diverse song catalog.

https://www.revolutionheroes.org/home.html

Add to Calendar 6/16/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Revolution Heroes Blues/Rock Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Mystic Warriors - (World Intrumental Music) at 6:30 PM

Band based in DC performing for more than 20 years in museums, government agencies, concerts series, arts and craft shows, colleges, universities.

https://www.facebook.com/MysticWarriors?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Add to Calendar 6/20/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Mystic Warriors World Intrumental Music Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, June 23, 2024 at 6:30 PM

The Launch - (Rock) at 6:30 PM

The Launch is the tri-state area’s only tribute to the legendary music of Boston, Styx, and Queen! Prepare for an emotionally charged night of epic rock and roll!

https://www.thelaunchband.com/

Add to Calendar 6/23/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York The Launch Rock Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Mother's Highway Junction - (Original Americana) at 6:30 PM

Mother’s Highway Junction has been tagged, 'the World’s First and Only Original Folk Power Trio,' and is led by 2023 Delaware Division of the Arts Individual Artist Fellow Mike Miller. The band creates powerful original and Americana music, and features Miller’s songwriting, with an innovative sound and song arrangements. The band line up is completed with John Kidd on harmonica and vocals, and Bob Hamel on bass. They have performed across Delaware and are proud to bring their music to our friends at Bellevue State Park.

Add to Calendar 6/27/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Mother's Highway Junction Original Americana Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 6:30 PM

The Big House Band - (Party Band (soul, funk, rock, motown, pop, country)) at 6:30 PM

With a POWERHOUSE vocal line up featuring Jimi Milligan from NBC's hit show, 'The Voice', along with Stephanie Chiofalo, and a group of some of the best musicians in the region, The Big House Band has been rocking the Philadelphia area and beyond for over 25 years! We feature INCREDIBLE lead vocals that have caught the ears of the producers of American Idol, The Voice and America's Got Talent, a phenomenal touch of SAX, a SLAMMIN' rhythm section… and a list of TUNES that covers EVERYTHING from SINATRA, SOUL, FUNK, MOTOWN, ROCK, POP, COUNTRY and CURRENT HITS…

https://www.bighouselive.com/

Add to Calendar 6/30/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York The Big House Band Party Band (soul, funk, rock, motown, pop, country) Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, July 7, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Basic Cable - (80's Pop) at 6:30 PM

Basic Cable brings you the Golden Age of MTV, with a mix of New Wave, synth-pop, rock and dance-pop. This four-piece Philly based powerhouse recreates the music from all your favorite music videos from the 80s and brings a fun-filled and immersive audience experience. Say it loud: I Want My MTV! Basic Cable band members Dylan McGuire, Kristen Conrad, Dave Marabella, and Tim Hoctor bring decades of musical experience to the stage. https://basiccableband.com/home https://www.facebook.com/BasicCableMTVTribute/ https://www.instagram.com/basiccablemtvtribute

https://basiccableband.com/

Add to Calendar 7/7/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Basic Cable 80's Pop Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Jimmy & The Parrots - (Jimmy Buffet Tribute (Tropical Rock)) at 6:00 PM

Grab your beach chair, your suntan oil, and your favorite drink, and get ready for a trip to the islands! For more than 20 years, Jimmy and the Parrots have been playing to delighted crowds across the country and in the little latitudes. One of the most requested Jimmy Buffett cover bands in the country, Jimmy and the Parrots perform all the great Buffett songs you love. They also play new and classic rock‘n roll, as well as original songs written Jimmy Maraventano. Their cover songs include favorites by Zac Brown Band, the Beach Boys, Bob Marley, among many others. The band truly appeals to all ages and all musical tastes.

https://www.yeamon.com/about-us

Add to Calendar 7/11/2024 6:00:00 PM America/New_York Jimmy & The Parrots Jimmy Buffet Tribute (Tropical Rock) Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Flatland Drive - (Bluegrass) at 6:30 PM

Flatland Drive began, not as a joke, but as a serious effort to blend traditional, hard-driving bluegrass with modern stylings, on April Fool's Day in 2009. In their time together, the band has shared the stage with the likes of bluegrass giants such as The Seldom Scene, The Lonesome River Band, Dailey and Vincent, The Boxcars, and many other stellar bands in the world of bluegrass. They have worked very hard to write, find, and sharpen a wide array of material that showcases the instrumental prowess of their players and the respected harmonic talents of their vocalists. From multi-day weekend bluegrass festivals to intimate, yet down-to-earth weddings and everything else in-between, Flatland Drive is available to bring its talents and musical repertoire to nearly any occasion.

http://flatlanddrive.com/

Add to Calendar 7/14/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Flatland Drive Bluegrass Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:30 PM

The Core - (Eric Clapton tribute) at 6:30 PM

The music of three-time 'Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee' Eric Clapton’s 55-year career ranges from Delta Blues ('Crossroads') to Psychedelic Rock ('White Room') to pop standards ('Wonderful Tonight' and 'Tears In Heaven'). 'The Core' performs an electric and acoustic tribute to Eric Clapton – from Cream ('Sunshine of Your Love') through Blind Faith ('Can’t Find My Way Home') and Derek and The Dominoes ('Layla') into his extensive solo career ('I Shot The Sheriff', 'Lay Down Sally'). The Core – 'The Music of Eric Clapton' is from Philadelphia, PA. Available for public and private events.

https://www.thecoreclapton.com/

Add to Calendar 7/18/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York The Core Eric Clapton tribute Join us Thursday and Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, July 21, 2024 at 6:30 PM

The Malarkey Brothers - (Irish Music, Celtic Rock, American favorites) at 6:30 PM

The Malarkey Brothers perform an upbeat mix of Traditional Irish Music, Celtic Rock, and American Favorites.

Add to Calendar 7/21/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York The Malarkey Brothers Irish Music, Celtic Rock, American favorites Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Seven Rings - (Irish Music) at 6:30 PM

Seven Rings has performed Irish Pub music in Delaware since 2008. The band also plays acoustic versions of classic rock favorites, country, and seafaring songs.

https://www.sevenringsband.com/

Add to Calendar 7/25/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Seven Rings Irish Music Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Spokey Speaky - (Roots Reggae) at 6:30 PM

Spokey Speaky is a band out of Wilmington, DE that aims to spread the positive vibes of reggae music through its soulful, high energy live performances.

https://spokeyspeaky.com/the-band

Add to Calendar 7/28/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Spokey Speaky Roots Reggae Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:30 PM

John Flynn - (Folk Singer/Songwriter) at 6:30 PM

All ages show by award-winning singer/songwriter.

https://johnflynn.net/

Add to Calendar 8/1/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York John Flynn Folk Singer/Songwriter Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 6:30 PM

The Brandywine Riders - (Country/Folk/Jazz) at 6:30 PM

Experience the electrifying fusion of American music with The Brandywine Riders. This dynamic ensemble masterfully blends country, rock, and jazz into a captivating performance that promises a one-of-a-kind sound. Featuring prominent Delaware musicians Zachary Humenik, Sam Nobles, Tyler Holloway, and Jordan Leitner, The Brandywine Riders seamlessly intertwine Americana folk melodies with jazz-infused improvisational jams. Join us for an evening of unparalleled musical artistry and let The Brandywine Riders transport you to the heart of American sound.

Add to Calendar 8/4/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York The Brandywine Riders Country/Folk/Jazz Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, August 11, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Exit 93 - (Classic Rock, R&B and Dance music) at 6:30 PM

Exit 93 is a 5 piece band of veteran musicians. Led by 3 dynamic lead vocalists the mission is to bring you to the dance floor and keep you there with a unique hypnotic groove to the music.

Add to Calendar 8/11/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Exit 93 Classic Rock, R&B and Dance music Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Gunpowder Lane - (American Roots/Americana, Bluegrass and Folk) at 6:30 PM

Gunpowder Lane is a four-man acoustic roots band based in Wilmington, DE. The members are Todd Breck, John Frink, Rob Tietze and Sam Arthur. Their music spans bluegrass, gospel, folk and traditional pieces as well as originals. Instrumentation includes guitar, mandolin, banjo, bouzouki, bass and harmonica; everyone sings and the vocals are generally attended by glorious harmonies.

https://www.gunpowderlanemusic.com/

Add to Calendar 8/15/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Gunpowder Lane American Roots/Americana, Bluegrass and Folk Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, August 18, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Chorduroy - (Rock, Blues and Soul) at 6:30 PM

Chorduroy has played Wedding Receptions, Rock Halls, Casino's, Beach, Bay and shore bars in the Tri- state area for 20 years. Playing tunes from the 70's to current hits, Chorduroy finds Dance classics, classic rock, pop-music, Hip-hop, funk, reagge and everything in-between to create a unique and fun sound. You will always find a groove to dance, a tune to rockout a song to sing along and always a laugh or two at a Chorduroy Show! Original Band member and lead singer Derek Lee Hubbard has amazing vocals and great presence while performing. Jason Martz a technician and instructor of guitar anchors the band on lead guitar. Rich Degnars a professional schooled drummer blends his talents to keep the floor moving and beats on time. Christian Garrett holding things down in the pocket on Bass also shows his diversity on brass and keys. Making this formidable four piece fantastic for any occasion.

https://www.chorduroyband.com/

Add to Calendar 8/18/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Chorduroy Rock, Blues and Soul Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Charlie and the Cooltones - (Classic Rock, Funk, Soul, Blues) at 6:30 PM

One of DELMARVA's Premier Bands an American Classic.

https://www.facebook.com/CharlieandtheCoolTones/

Add to Calendar 8/22/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York Charlie and the Cooltones Classic Rock, Funk, Soul, Blues Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 6:00 PM

The Newspaper Taxis - (Beatles Tribute Band) at 6:00 PM

Before Beatlemania came to America, it was at these small club shows in England and Germany where these Liverpool lads mastered their art in an exciting live setting, making audiences fall in love with their songs instantly. In this spirit, the Newspaper Taxis perform every show with that same energy, along with top-notch musicianship for anyone who shares that same love for The Beatles. This band provides a Fab Four experience unlike any other, performing a wide selection of songs from across the entire Beatles universe. The Newspaper Taxis recreate the original compositions with a unique and dynamic energy, playing homage to the Beatles' artful compositions and legendary performances.

http://www.thenewspapertaxis.com/

Add to Calendar 8/25/2024 6:00:00 PM America/New_York The Newspaper Taxis Beatles Tribute Band Join us Sunday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park


Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 6:30 PM

The Navy Cruisers - (Jazz standards, Rhythm & Blues, Classic Rock, Contemporary and Pop) at 6:30 PM

The U.S. Navy Band Cruisers, the Navy’s premier popular music group, features eight of the Navy's most dynamic performers. Formed in 1999, the group takes its name from the Navy's versatile, flexible, multi-missioned ship – the Cruiser – and the band lives up to its namesake with the capability of playing a variety of musical genres ranging from jazz standards, rhythm & blues, classic rock, adult contemporary and pop, as well as original material. This elite group has engaged and excited audiences of all ages throughout the U.S. and abroad with world-class musicianship and high energy, fun-filled performances.

https://www.navyband.navy.mil/ensembles/cruisers

Add to Calendar 8/29/2024 6:30:00 PM America/New_York The Navy Cruisers Jazz standards, Rhythm & Blues, Classic Rock, Contemporary and Pop Join us Thursday evenings this summer for our Annual Summer Concert Series! Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket to relax, have fun, and enjoy the music at the Bellevue Bandshell. The Friends of Bellevue State Park will host a 50/50 raffle on Sundays. For information on inclement weather, upcoming performance, and food vendors call the concert hotline at 302-761-6965. Concerts are free with paid park entry. Bellevue State Park