Special to Iredell Free News
Kids in America – Totally 80’s Tribute Band will take the stage in Downtown Statesville on Friday, June 7, for the first concert of the 2024 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series.
The show begins at 6 p.m. DENSO is the entertainment sponsor for this concert.
Attendees can expect a high-energy performance that combines the biggest hits and deep cuts of the 80s, brought to life with authentic costumes, dynamic choreography, and engaging stage presence. From chart-topping anthems to nostalgic favorites, Kids in America delivers an experience that transcends mere performance, inviting the audience to sing along, dance, and relive the magic of the 80s.
The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series offers free entertainment in Downtown Statesville from May through October and features music of all styles. The series is also made possible by the presenting sponsorship of Flow Automotive of Statesville.
The concerts are held in Downtown Statesville on West Broad Street in front of Mitchell Community College from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks, water, and food will be available for purchase beginning at 5 p.m. Bring your chairs and enjoy a great night of music. Pets, outside beverages and coolers are not allowed.
This year, each Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 concert will support a non-profit organization, offering them a booth to share information about their program and collecting donations on their behalf. This week’s event will be dedicated to benefiting Statesville’s Juneteenth Celebration. This event is a time to celebrate diversity and inclusion with education and awareness for all people. For more information, visit juneteenthstatesville.com or contact Valerie Chambers at 704-682-0982.
Start your evening by visiting the welcome tent sponsored by New Image Services and Randy Marion at the entrance to purchase your tokens before heading over to the beverage tent!
Red Buffalo Brewing will be on hand pouring Clocktower IPA, Blue’sberry Ale, Angry Brunette Black Ale, Center Street Ale, and Watermelon Seltzer. Andrea’s Ice Cream & Sweet Shop along with Wilson’s Weenie Wagon and The Truk food trucks will be serving food, sweets, water & soft drinks.
A highlight of the concert will be a special appearance by balloonist Marsha Lambertson with her renowned Oz Balloon, courtesy of Key to Escape, celebrating their new Oz Escape Room.
Upcoming Concerts
♦ June 14 – Gump Fiction (The Ultimate 90’s Experience)
♦ August 2 – Chocolate Chip & Co. (Soul, Funk, Rhythm & Blues)
♦ September 13 – Camel City Yacht Club (Yacht Rock)
♦ October 4 – Megan Doss Band (Country)
Sponsors
The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series is produced by Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce.
Sponsors include Piedmont HealthCare, Flow Automotive of Statesville, New Image Services, Randy Marion Ford Lincoln, DENSO, Doosan Bobcat, Allen Tate Realtors, Gallaher Fleet Solutions, Kewaunee Scientific Corporation, Carolina BalloonFest, Mitchell Community College, Banner Drug, Greenbriar Grill, Dronespan, Iredell Free News, Sound Check Live, City of Statesville, Homerun Markets, and WAME Radio 92.9.
Parking
Parking is available throughout Downtown in nine public parking lots. Mitchell Community College invites guests to park in their various lots surrounding the event. For public lot details, visit https://www.downtownstatesville.com/directions-parking.