Party in the Park Brings Weekly Music Back to Downtown Rochester This Summer
Written by DJ Sight on April 22, 2026
The Party in the Park concert series is returning to Rochester this summer for its 29th year. Announced by Malik Evans, the weekly concerts will be held every Thursday from July 9 through August 13 at Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park at Manhattan Square.
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The lineup includes a mix of tribute bands and original acts:
- July 9: Seven Wonders; Highway Boys (Zach Bryan tribute)
- July 16: Almost Queen; Philadelphia Freedom (Elton John tribute)
- July 23: Samantha Fish; The Adam Ezra Group
- July 30: Start Making Sense; The Dip
- Aug. 6: Smash Mouth; Shamarr Allen and the Underdawgs
- Aug. 13: Blackberry Smoke (special guest TBD)
Parking is available at nearby garages, and metered street parking is free after 6 p.m. Attendees may bring one sealed water bottle, but items like lawn chairs, bikes, skateboards, and pets are not allowed.
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