The Camden County Board of Commissioners is excited to announce the return of the Summer Parks Concert Series for 2023. The concert series will enliven and amplify the green spaces throughout the 2,700 acres of parkland in the county and provide something for everyone.
All shows Mondays at 8:00 PM
Arrested Development – June 12
Multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning group that changed hip hop with their defiant lyrics of hope
Celisse – June 26
Prodigiously talented songwriter and musician defined by her original music and hard-rocking, soulful voice
Sheila E. – July 10
Legendary percussionist, singer, and producer, honored with a Latin Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021
New York City Gospel Choir – July 17
New York’s premier contemporary choir presenting the best in classic gospel, contemporary, and other choral music
Pink Martini featuring China Forbes – July 31
Portland’s “little orchestra” is revered for their inclusive music and global influences, selling millions of albums worldwide
Spyro Gyra – August 7
Contemporary jazz juggernauts praised for their energetic musicality, with Platinum and Gold album sales over their 50 years
The Urban Guerilla Orchestra – August 21
Philadelphia’s own UGO presents a special tribute to The Sound of Philadelphia plus some other surprises
Celebrate Independence Day at the Freedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront
Tri-County Symphonic Band – 5 PM – Kickoff
Ensemble-in-Residence at Camden County College since 1986 presents a Salute to America & our Veterans
Tara Hendricks – 6 PM
Tara Hendricks has garnered attention in the Philly music scene with her powerhouse voice, contagious energy, and charismatic songs
UB40 – 8 PM
World-famous reggae stars celebrate over four decades of chart-topping success with hits like “I Can’t Help Falling In Love”, “Red Red Wine”, & more
Fireworks Spectacular over the Delaware River – 9:30 PM
This festival brings thousands of people together to enjoy a series of artists and a spectacular firework show from Serpico Pyrotechnics. Be sure to come to the Camden Waterfront for food, beer, music, and fireworks in celebration of the annual Freedom Festival!
All shows Wednesdays at 7:30 PM
Mutlu – June 7
Featuring Melissa Menago
Philadelphia singer/songwriter revered for his deeply rooted retro grooves and smooth, soulful vocal style
Samantha Fish Featuring Jesse Dayton – June 21
Julia Pratt
Award-winning musician re-defining the blues with her impressive guitar work and strong songwriting
Travel Lanes – July 12
Featuring Cloudbelly
Hailing from the Philadelphia music scene, Travel Lanes blend infectious melody into their rockin’ brand of power pop
Don McCloskey – July 26
Featuring Daphne Ellen
Eclectic singer-songwriter known for his versatile talent and electrifying live performances
Aimee Mann – August 2
Featuring Jonathan Coulton
Grammy and Academy-award winning singer/songwriter beloved for her modern take on folk
Calexico – Feast of Wire 20th Anniversary Tour – August 16
Featuring Sug Daniels
Critically-acclaimed Americana from the Southwest showcasing their kaleidoscopic musical influences
Gabe Dixon – August 30
Featuring Sahara Moon
Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist known for his work as keyboardist and songwriter with Tedeschi Trucks Band
All shows Thursdays at 8 PM
Ferko String Band – June 1
With over 100 years of musical mummery, the Ferko String Band is deeply rooted in the Philadelphia Mummer tradition.
City Rhythm Orchestra – June 15
Celebrating Forty Years of Summer Music at Cooper River. From Sinatra Classics to the Sound of Philadelphia, plus a Jazz Salute to Joey DeFrancesco
Hanson – June 29
The Hanson brothers maintain a devoted fanbase after rising to international superstardom with the 1997 smash single “MMMBop”
Opera Philadelphia’s Christmas in July – July 13
Opera Philadelphia brings its multitalented singers, orchestra, and chorus to South Jersey for a family-friendly night of opera conducted by Collingswood’s Elizabeth Braden. The concert begins with some of opera’s most beloved and popular songs and concludes with a full performance of Gian Carlo Menotti’s magical holiday classic Amahl and the Night Visitors.
Ruben Studdard Sings Luther Vandross – July 20
American Idol’s Ruben Studdard pays tribute to the legendary Luther Vandross in a stunning new album and tour
Country on the Cooper Presented by 92.5 XTU – August 10
Featuring Sara Spicer & Tera Lynn Fister
Act To Be Announced – August 24
