Concerts in the Park – The Soundtrack to Our Summer
By City Manager Ken Striplin
It’s a time-honored tradition that generations of residents in Santa Clarita know and look forward to each year. Loading up the car, arriving at Central Park and finding the perfect spot on the grass on a Saturday night can only mean one thing – it’s time for another summer of Concerts in the Park! The annual Concerts in the Park series, presented by Logix Federal Credit Union, is more than just a fun and free way to spend an evening with friends and family. It is also a chance to make memories with the ones you love that will last a lifetime.
Whether you are an empty nester looking to lounge while listening to your favorite era of music, have a teen who just wants to hang out with friends during the show or are a new parent introducing your little one to your favorite bands, Concerts in the Park is the ultimate family destination. Concerts take place every Saturday night from July 9 through August 27 and feature a new performer and genre each week. The show starts at 7:00 p.m. at Central Park, located at 27150 Bouquet Canyon Road.
If you’ve been to Concerts in the Park in the past, you know the memorable impact that rocking out or singing along with thousands of your neighbors can have. When I think back to the many Concerts in the Park events I have attended, I remember not just the great performances but also the wonderful feeling as a father seeing my kids enjoying a summer night out at our amazing Central Park.
What if you have never been to Concerts in the Park? There are just three things you need to know: bring your chairs and blankets, arrive early to claim your preferred spot in the grass and have a great time! You can bring your dinner and snacks with you to enjoy a picnic, purchase a meal from an onsite food truck or have a delivery service bring food from your favorite Santa Clarita restaurant.
There is another outstanding performer lineup this summer, which features brand-new groups taking the stage and fan favorites returning to Central Park. No matter what style of music you prefer – from rock and roll to country to R&B to disco – there is a concert on the schedule just for you.
I hope you will join us for another summer of unparalleled entertainment at Concerts in the Park and take advantage of a great opportunity to have fun with your family and friends. You can learn more about Concerts in the Park and see the full lineup of performers this summer by visiting the City of Santa Clarita online at santa-clarita.com/Concerts.
Ken Striplin is the City Manager for the City of Santa Clarita and can be reached at kstriplin@santaclarita.gov.
