Summer Concert Series at Ariel-Foundation Park

Ariel-Foundation Park is proud to present the 2022 Summer Concert Series at the Schnormeier Event Center, bringing several festive, fun, and free summer showcases that feature returning favorites and new, exciting acts from across the region! MOUNT VERNON –

Sunday, May 29, 6 p.m. – Jazz in the Park: We're kicking off the season with a local favorite! Come enjoy the swingin' sounds of jazz reverberating through Ariel-Foundation Park!

Friday, June 17, 7:30 p.m. – The Reagan Years: Talented East Coast musicians replicating Pop, Rock, New Wave, and Heavy Metal hits of the MTV era. Selling out shows since 1996 and knows all the lyrics to Billy Joel’s ‘We Didn’t Start The Fire.’

Monday, July 4, 6:30 p.m. – July 4th Celebration with Faithfully: Journey and Eagles Tribute: A tribute and salute to the music of two era-defining bands, bringing the classic hits of both The Eagles and Journey to life, and getting packed crowds across the country to stand up for the opening notes of ‘Don’t Stop Believing.’

Saturday, July 16, 7:30 – McGuffey Lane: 45 years of country rock and representing Athens, Ohio, touring with the likes of the Allman Brothers, The Judds, and Charlie Daniels. A Summer Concert Series favorite returns to the stage.

Friday, Aug. 19, 7:30 p.m. – Parrots of the Caribbean: A combination of original tunes, a blend of zydeco, rock, country, blues, and Jimmy Buffett jams. An exciting and energetic summertime concert experience.

Sunday, Sept. 25, 3:30 p.m. – Knox Co. Symphony Children’s Concert: This is the perfect concert to introduce children to classical and movie-themed music from the Knox County Symphony. A bonus: They might get the chance to explore instruments and even direct!

Tuesday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. – The Mount Vernon High School Marching Band: Join us for one last jam of the season with the Mount Vernon High School marching band! They will play songs from their fall marching repertoire. Bring the entire family to this fun-filled event and celebrate these hard-working musicians. This is quickly becoming a closing concert tradition for the park's concert season.