Summer Sounds Concert Series at Hudson Park

In New Rochelle the forecast this summer is sunny with a chance of music as the Summer Sounds Concert Series returns to Hudson Park. The beloved series of free concerts – presented by the New Rochelle Council on the Arts(NRCA) -- kicks off Wednesday, June 24th at the historic Hudson Park band shell and features TWO nights of live bands and a curated selection of food trucks, Wednesdays AND Fridays at 7:30 pm.

The Summer Sounds Concert Series will begin its 19th season with The Counterfeiters playing dance party and pop favorites from the ‘70s to today, and finish on Friday, August 28th with local classic rock favorites Sway. In between the series will feature an eclectic lineup of musicians performing everything from Top 40 favorites to country, reggae and Motown, as well as Latin, funk and soul-- even Klezmer jazz and swing. In all, music lovers will get to hear exciting live music at Hudson Park on 20 consecutive Wednesdays and Fridays.

As always there will be food trucks on site offering meals and snacks for sale; this year’s lineup features a variety of cuisines, from Cousin’s Maine Lobster and Ray’s Empanadas to Bona Bona Ice Cream. In addition, the Hudson Park Children’s Greenhouse and The Self Studio will once again offer free yoga in the park at 6 pm every Wednesday from June 24th to August 26th, with instructor Liza Tuck of The Self Studio leading classes suitable for people of all abilities. For details visit HPCGreenhouse.org .

The Summer Sounds concert series is presented by the New Rochelle Council on the Arts, in partnership with the New Rochelle Dept. of Parks and Recreation and sponsorship from the City of New Rochelle, Butterflies from Jodie and Friends of New Rochelle Parks.

For the complete concert calendar visit the NRCA website at www.newrochellearts.org.

Hudson Park is located at 1 Hudson Park Road in New Rochelle; limited parking is available in the lot behind the stage (for handicapped access) as well as at the marina. Parking costs $5 per car, but there is no charge for those with a Park Pass. To obtain a Park Passport visit https://www.newrochelleny.gov/295/Park-Pass

In case of inclement weather please telephone the Dept. of Parks and Recreation at 654-2087 or check the @NewRoParks social media platforms on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram.