Delco Announces Summer Festival Concert Series

MEDIA, PA – Delaware County announced the Annual Summer Festival concert series in Rose Tree Park, marking 44 years of filling the park with sounds from many styles of music.

The series begins at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 13 with the Delaware County Symphony.

The free outdoor concert series runs five times a week for nine weeks throughout the summer on Wednesdays through Sundays from June 13 to Aug. 12.

Each evening’s entertainment is different from the night before, and fans of all styles will find a wide variety of genres throughout the summer, including Big Band, Cajun, jazz, blues, rock, pop, bluegrass, R&B, reggae, rockabilly, and more.

This season’s schedule includes many perennial summer favorites, such as The Fabulous Greaseband on June 14 and Chico’s Vibe on June 17, plus nine shows never seen before at Rose Tree, including three of Philly’s hometown notables: The Aqua String Band on June 30, Boathouse Row on July 8 and The Ebonys on August 4.

You can see the full artist lineup online here.

"Delaware County Council is once again thrilled to offer this free outdoor concert series for our residents this summer," said Council Chairman John McBlain. "The Summer Festival is a great way to enjoy a night with your family and friends in beautiful Rose Tree Park. It’s also a great way for us to support and enjoy many of our talented local performers."

All performances begin at 7:30 p.m., with two exceptions: the morning concerts for children on June 20, Summer Singalong with Peter Moses, and June 28, Steve Pullara & His Cool Beans Band take place at 10 a.m.

The amphitheater will be closed for the Fourth of July holiday.

"In Delaware County we are extremely fortunate to have this beautiful venue to showcase local talent," said Marc Manfre, Director of the Delaware County Parks and Recreation Department. "And we’re thrilled to provide our residents the chance to see top quality entertainment free of charge. It’s become a Delco tradition for thousands of families."

Audiences should bring blankets and chairs for seating. Snacks and refreshments are available for purchase during the concerts. Picnics are welcome; alcohol is prohibited. Pets and smoking must remain outside the amphitheater. There are no rain dates in case of weather cancellations.

Rose Tree Park is located at 1671 N. Providence Road in Media.

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