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  • SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: KING SOUL

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

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    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | RSVP >>Park Map >>

    June 11 - August 20, 2026 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    July 23 | King Soul

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: JAMES BAZEN BIG BAND

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | RSVP >>Park Map >>

    June 11 - August 20, 2026 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    July 16 | James Bazen Big Band

    James Bazen Big Band is an 18-piece big band that plays a wide variety of energetic jazz and swing. In addition to originals, the orchestra plays innovative compositions from Stan Kenton, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Gordon Goodwin, Bob Mintzer, Buddy Rich and more.

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: NATTY BEAUX

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | RSVP >>Park Map >>

    June 11 - August 20, 2026 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    July 9 | Natty Beaux

    The Natty Beaux is a rockin’ and boppin’ combo featuring musicians from some of the Mid-Atlantic’s finest groups. Audiences can’t sit still when they hear ‘em play foot-tappin’ numbers from Louis Prima, Ray Charles, Louis Jordan, Gene Vincent, Bobby Darin, Elvis, Nat King Cole, Jerry Lee Lewis and other greats.

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: U.S. MARINE BAND FREE COUNTRY

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | RSVP >>Park Map >>

    June 11 - August 20, 2026 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    June 25 | U.S. Marine Band Free Country

    Free Country is the U.S. Marine Band's popular music ensemble, performing country, rock, R&B, and pop selections from the 1960s through today. 

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: I AM YOUR DADDY BAND

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | RSVP >>Park Map >>

    June 11 - August 20, 2026 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    June 18 |  I Am Your Daddy Band *Celebrating Juneteenth*

    As the premier tribute to Kid Creole & The Coconuts, I Am Your Daddy Band delivers a sophisticated fusion of Jazz, Latin, and Soul that captivates every audience. Whether you're a longtime fan of the iconic "Kid Creole & The Coconuts" vibe or experiencing this unique "Tropical Funk" sound for the first time, this band offers an unforgettable show that transcends generations.

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: INTERPLAY ORCHESTRA

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | RSVP >>Park Map >>

    June 11 - August 20, 2026 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Spanish Ballroom

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    July 2 |  InterPLAY ORchestra

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Spanish Ballroom
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: JAMES BAZEN BIG BAND

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | Park Map >>

    June 12 - August 21, 2025 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    August 21 |  James Bazen Big Band

    James Bazen Big Band is an 18-piece big band that plays a wide variety of energetic jazz. In addition to originals, the orchestra plays innovative compositions from Stan Kenton, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Gordon Goodwin, Bob Mintzer, Buddy Rich and more.

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: KITI GARTNER & THE DRIFTING VALENTINES

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | Park Map >>

    June 12 - August 21, 2025 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    August 14 | Kiti Gartner & the Drifting Valentines

    Kiti Gartner & the Drifting Valentines is a band out of Washington DC who play western swing, rockabilly, old country and some jump blues. Their influences include music from the 1940s and on, including almost everything that came out of The Quonset Hut and RCA Studio B in Nashville, Sun Records and Bakersfield. Kiti Gartner (vocals and rhythm guitar), Zachary Sweeney (lead guitar), Steve Wolf (upright bass), Brian Alpert (drums).

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: JUSTIN TRAWICK AND THE COMMON GOOD

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | Park Map >>

    June 12 - August 21, 2025 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    August 7  |  Justin Trawick and The Common Good

    Justin Trawick has been performing in the Washington DC area and along the East Coast since 2006, citing musical influences like Bob Schneider, Greensky Bluegrass, The Tallest Man on Earth, G. Love, Old Crow Medicine Show, and David Gray.

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222

    SUMMER CONCERT SERIES: HALLEY'S HOT GUMBO SWINGTET

    7:30pm - 8:30pm

    summer concerts graphic with guitar and flowers
    Description

    For more than a decade, summer at Glen Echo Park has been synonymous with our weekly Summer Concert Series, where we present and support local musicians and performers who represent a diverse range of styles, influences, and cultures.

    Learn More >> | Park Map >>

    June 12 - August 21, 2025 | Every Thursday at 7:30 pm 

    Bumper Car Pavilion

    RSVP preferred, not required

    Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs

    ALL CONCERTS ARE FREE | DANCERS ARE WELCOME | FREE PARKING | RAIN OR SHINE

    July 31  |  Halley's Hot Gumbo Swingtet

    Traditional jazz styles from Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller and Benny Goodman. This group has performed at Great Gatsby parties, dances at Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom, Victorian Chautauqua Festival, a Moulin Rouge party and for the Potomac River Jazz Club. The band has six musicians including vocalists, horn and rhythm sections. Halley's Hot Gumbo Swingtet performs at Glen Echo Spanish Ballroom for dancing. The Swingtet performs crowd pleasers for huge dancing and listening audiences.

    Presenter
    Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture
    Location
    Bumper Car Pavilion
    Admission
    FREE
    Phone
    301-634-2222
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