(Cherry Hill, NJ) – The Camden County Board of Commissioners is excited to announce the return of the Summer Parks Concert Series for 2024. This year, the series has expanded with more acts scheduled than years prior and with the expansion, the county is collaborating with local groups to host public awareness and heritage nights like Italian Heritage Night, Juneteenth, and a salute to veterans. Additionally, to complement the diverse lineup of entertainment, Double Nickel Brewing has again collaborated with the Camden County Commissioners to create the Camden County Rocks beer.
“We always look forward to our summer concerts because it provides our residents with some fun, free entertainment right in their communities,” said Commissioner Jeff Nash, liaison to the Camden County Parks Department. “And this year, we are extra excited to kick things off because of the wonderful extended lineup we have planned and the delicious beer we have partnered with Double Nickel to create. This is going to be a great summer and we cannot wait to start the season off right.”
Last year, the Commissioners collaborated with Double Nickel Brewing to pay homage to the 100-year anniversary of Cooper River Park with the Cooper River 100 beer. This year, the partnership continues with another seasonal offering from the Pennsauken Township brewer specifically focused on the summer concert series. Camden County Rocks will be another easy drinking summer beer that will be made to compliment the summer concert season. The brewery will be on site with samples of their seasonal beers that will be available throughout the summer concert series.
“We are looking forward to start our second annual season working with the Commissioners on another seasonal, easy drinking beer that captures the essence and spirit of the Camden County Park System and their expanding concert series,” said Brian Needham, head of sales and co-founder of Double Nickel Brewing. “Double Nickel strives to be a partner and a participating member of our community here in Pennsauken and countywide and based on that we wanted to cater to our strength of brewing beer and preview the forthcoming Camden County Rocks seasonal sipper. Cans should be available later in May and on sale during concerts throughout the parks system.”
Some of the biggest acts coming to Camden County this summer include: Everclear, one of the biggest alternative rock bands from the 1990s; the iconic rock band Gin Blossoms; and five-time Grammy Award winning bassist and singer Esperanza Spalding.
Camden City Mayor Victor Carstarphen discussed his excitement about the extended lineup of concerts.
“Camden County does such an outstanding job of providing free entertainment every summer though the annual concert series,” said Camden City Mayor Victor Carstarphen. “It a great opportunity to for the entire family to enjoy a quality performance at a fantastic concert venue right within their community. It has become a summer tradition for me and so many others. I encourage residents to enjoy the full schedule of great music planned for 2024.”
The current 2024 concert schedule is as follows:
Sunset Jazz Series at Wiggins Park located at the Camden City waterfront. Start time – 8 p.m.
June 3 – Esperanza Spalding
- GRAMMY Award-winning artist interweaving various combinations of instrumental and vocal music, poetry, dance, and storytelling.
- Special Night Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Camden Community Partnership
June 10 – Black Violin
- Classical music duo blending hip hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass into their modern classical sound.
- Wear Orange Night honoring survivors and building community to end gun violence
June 17 – Marshall Charloff & the Purple xPeRIeNCE
- Celebrated as the top Prince tribute act, the Purple xPeRIeNCE pays faithful homage.
- Juneteenth: Freedom Day. Educate. Advocate. Celebrate.
June 24 – Tower of Power
- TOP and their legendary, powerful horn section have been bringing their own unique style to the R&B and funk music scene since 1968.
July 1 – Lao Tizer Band ft. Elliot Yamin, Eric Marienthal, Karen Briggs and Chiele Minucci
- This captivating all-star ensemble thrills audiences with their blend of jazz, funk, rock, and world rhythms.
July 15 – A Celebration of Toots & the Maytals with Leba Hibbert
- Daughter of legendary reggae icon Toots Hibbert keeps his rich musical legacy alive with this special celebration.
July 29 – Matt Cappy & Friends
- South Jersey’s own accomplished instrumentalist, composer, and arranger brings along friends to accompany his soulful trumpet melodies.
August 19 – Brubeck Brothers Quartet
- Life-long collaborating brothers Dan and Chis Brubeck bring nearly a half century of experience to their soulful jazz performances.
August 26 – Jeffrey Osborne
- Multi-platinum singer-songwriter best known for his soulful voice and hits like “On the Wings of Love” and “Stay with Me Tonight.”
September 6 – Symphony in C and That Which Connects
- First collaboration between Symphony In C and That Which Connects and will feature classical music paired with original choreography.
September 16 – Edgardo Cintron & the Mambo Magic Band
- Percussionist Edgardo Cintron is a second-generation Puerto Rican and a second-generation musician. Known as much for his affable personality and generous spirit as for his tasty musicianship.
- Hispanic Heritage Month Recognizing Prominent Hispanic Citizens
Freedom Festival Wiggins Park July 3rd
- Gin Blossoms: Chart-topping alternative rock band known for their hit single Hey Jealousy from their quadruple-platinum debut major-label album New Miserable Experience.
- Tara Hendricks: Turning heads in the Philly music scene with her powerhouse voice, contagious energy, and charismatic songs.
Sundown Music Series at Haddon Lake Park. Start time – 7:30 p.m.
June 5 – Say She She/Carly Moffa
- This fierce Brooklyn trio offers a blend of genres they describe as
“discodelic soul” with dreamy harmonies.
June 12 – Graduation Speech/Night Windows
- South Jersey-based indie rock band that pairs heartfelt lyrics with melodic guitar-driven compositions.
June 26 – Los Lonely Boys/Jay Psaros
- GRAMMY Award-winning multi-platinum trio of brothers known for their “Texican Rock n’ Roll” sound and hit debut single “Heaven.”
July 10 – The David Matthews Tribute Band/Emily Drinker
- Selling out shows around the world, the Dave Matthews Tribute band recreate the classic DMB sound so many know and love.
July 24 – Julia Pratt/ Brittany Ann Tranbaugh
- Philly-based singer-songwriter soars with her pop, jazz, R&B, and folk with subtle electronic touches.
August 7 – Eve 6/Tonks
- Southern California alt-rock trio know for chart-topping hits like “Inside Out” and “Here’s to the Night.”
August 14 – Steven Page/Tom Hampton
- The former Barenaked Ladies front man and successful solo artist brings his band to perform hits and more.
August 21 – Raul Midón/Lia Menaker
- Grammy-nominated New Mexican guitarist known for his fiery brand of Latin jazz pop
September 11 – Jamie McLean Band/Rebecca Zimmerman
- A honkin’ collection of Southern-style blues rock, Americana, and soul. (starts at 7 p.m.)
Twilight Concert Series at Cooper River Park. Start time – 8 p.m.
June 13 – The Spin Doctors
- 90s alternative rock
June 27 – Cassadee Pope
- Multi-talented musician and leader of seminal pop punk band Hey Monday, Season 3 winner of The Voice, and a platinum-selling GRAMMY-nominated country singer/songwriter.
July 11 – NJ Opera Theater
- Presenting “Some Enchanted Evening” – Opera & Broadways Most Cherished Masterpieces.
July 18 – Let’s Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift
- Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor inspired attire for the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift.
August 8 – Everclear
- One of the ’90s leading alternative rock bands celebrates over three decades of platinum-selling hits.
- Recovery Rocks!
August 15 – Carl Cox
- This hometown hero is an accomplished saxophonist and recording artist, playing with Smokey Robinson, Incognito, and more.
August 22 – The Bronx Wanderers
- A high octane 50s, 60s, and 70s experience.
September 5 – The American Bombshells
- A modern-day twist on the Andrews Sisters serving as Ambassadors of the USA. (7 p.m. start)
- Salute to veterans
October 10 – Lights Out
- A tribute to Frankie Vallie & more (7 p.m. start)
- Italian Heritage Night
Winslow Township at Peter Volpa Memorial Park. Start time – 7 p.m.
June 22 – Fostina Dixon & Winds of Change
- Jazz Saxophone & multi-instrumentalist
July 17 – The Hobbs Sisters
- Country’s hottest duo
August 24 – The Legendary BLUENOTES featuring Sugar Bear
- Part of Winslow Township Day (starts at 8 p.m.)
Lindenwold Park. Start time – 7 p.m.
June 28 – Pure Petty
- Tom Petty tribute band
August 2 – Shadows of the 60’s
- Tribute to Motown super groups
Waterford Lions Park
June 15 – Cool Confusion
- Covering all the hits from the 60’s to TODAY!
Chesilhurst, LeAnna Harris Park
June 8 – Everyday People
- Sly & The Family Stone tribute band
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