Summer Concerts in the Park Series Moves to Maffeo Sutton Starting August 6

Summary

The whole family can enjoy free musical entertainment on Nanaimo's scenic waterfront. The Summer Concerts in the Park series is moving from its current location of Bowen Park to Maffeo Sutton Park on Wednesday, August 6.

The new location will see performances by John Pippus & Aynsley Leonard, The Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra, Drs of Rock'n Roll and Glen Foster Group. The series runs every Wednesday evening from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm until August 27.

Also, as part of the Summer Concerts in the Park series, the public can enjoy a special lunchtime show on Tuesdays from 12:30 pm to 1:30 at Maffeo Sutton Park until August 26.

Link to Strategic Plan: The Summer Concerts in the Park series supports the Cultural Vitality Pillar in the 2012-2015 Corporate Strategic Plan.

Key Points

  • August 6, 13, 20 and 27 (Wednesday evenings) concerts will be held at Maffeo Sutton Park from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
  • On Tuesdays from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, bring your lunch to Maffeo Sutton Park for a special Lunchtime Concert in the Park.

Quotes

"The Summer Concerts in the Park series is an excellent way for musicians to showcase their talent in a beautiful venue. Starting August 6, come on out to Maffeo Sutton Park and enjoy great music on Nanaimo's picturesque waterfront."

Recreation Coordinator
City of Nanaimo

Quick Facts

  • Did you know? You can search for City of Nanaimo parks online with the Nanaimo Parks Search app located at www.nanaimo.ca/PRC/Locations/Parks
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Contact:

Deborah Beck
Recreation Coordinator
City of Nanaimo
250-756-5203

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