Rehoboth Beach Bandstand announces 53rd Summer Concert Series

Since 1963, the City of Rehoboth Beach has offered free entertainment at the Bandstand for residents and vacationers. This year marks another exciting season featuring an abundant variety of entertainment for all ages to enjoy at 8 p.m., every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening.

The Bandstand performances will kick off with Mike Hines and the Look Saturday, May 28, bringing an exciting mix of top 40 and oldies from a local and well-respected entertainer.

The season jumps into full swing Friday, June 10 with its opening act, The Bullbuckers. This popular local group features a mix of soul, ska, and island music that showcases numerous instruments and a variety of entertainment styles that are sure to please all audiences. Also returning on this opening weekend is the Peter Johann Band, a high-energy and enthusiastic act featuring some of today’s hits. Rounding out the opening weekend, the United States Navy Country Current makes its annual visit to Rehoboth Beach. Today’s Country Current performs a diverse mix of bluegrass favorites and cutting-edge country music.

Popular acts are making a return to the stage, featuring regional and national touring acts such as The Joseph Sisters, The Phillip Fox Band, and newcomer The Morrison Brothers Band.

“Tribute acts have always been a big hit in Rehoboth Beach,” says Program Director Corey Groll. “People love to come out and sing along with their favorite songs, and groups that dedicate their entire performance to a particular person or group always make the evening exciting for everyone!”

With such a wide variety of tribute artists to showcase, there is certainly enough to choose from. The annual and much-anticipated Jesse Garron (Elvis) performance will be showcased Saturday, July 9, followed by some new tribute acts appearing on stage. Real Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute act, is set to play Saturday, Aug. 6. Speed of Sound, a Paul McCartney tribute act, will play Saturday, Aug. 13,  The Bell Bottom Blues, an Eric Clapton tribute act, will play Friday, Aug. 19, and finally Good Vibrations, a Beach Boys tribute act, will play Saturday, Aug. 27.

The City of Rehoboth Beach also announced the return of the nationally recognized Glenn Miller Orchestra Sunday, July 31. It is the most sought-after big band in the world today for both concert and dance engagements.

“With such a diverse group of entertainers this year, we are very pleased to offer such a great mix of music for everyone to enjoy,” says Groll. “We are positive that this year will be one to remember.”

All events are sponsored by the City of Rehoboth Beach. For more information and a complete list of events, go to www.rehobothbandstand.com.