Ready to enjoy live music by the Tennessee River and under the stars once again? Riverfront Nights, a free outdoor concert series at Ross’s Landing, will kick off on Saturday, May 31 + will run through Saturday, Aug. 30 — an expanded run compared to years past.
The outdoor concert series recently released this year’s lineup, so get ready to make your plans for those upcoming summer Saturday nights, rain or shine.
Need-to-knows
- Concession + drink sales begin at 6 p.m. (attendees can bring coolers and snacks, but no outside alcohol is permitted)
- Live music begins at 7 p.m. + will end by 10 p.m. (unless it’s an extended performance)
- On the extended dates (May 31, June 28, July 12, July 26 + Aug. 30), Riverfront Parkway will be shut down by Ross’s Landing to utilize both lawns
- Bring your own blankets or lawn chairs
- Attendees can enjoy cornhole + other giant games
- Leashed pets are welcome + a doggy pool will be onsite for your furry friends
Bonus: Sign up to volunteer with setup, merchandise sales, breakdown, and more.
Lineup
While you can view the full breakdown for each day online, we’re sharing which tribute bands + local talents we don’t want to miss.
- June 14 | Sister trio Call Me Spinster will open for Sourthern rock artist, Paul Thorn Band
- July 12 | Back 2 Mac will return to the Scenic City — we hope they play “Silver Springs” + “Rhiannon” — with local band Dock Party
- July 26 | Local rock band Wayward Hearts will open + The Kings of Queen will surely bring the Riverfront down with “Another One Bites the Dust”
- Aug. 23 | Paul Childers will warm up the crowd before the Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience brings its “Thriller” performance
Pro tip: We recommend arriving at Ross’s Landing early for parking purposes (street parking is free after 6 p.m.) + to ensure your spot near the stage.