Don't miss out on Live on the Lake, a captivating Summer Concert Series at the Odmark Performance Pavilion in downtown Charlevoix. Situated in picturesque East Park, this venue offers stunning views of the Charlevoix Marina and Round Lake, creating the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable concert experience. With tiered seating and spacious grassy knolls, you'll have ample room to relax with lawn chairs and picnic blankets, making it an ideal outing for the whole family. Grab some delicious carry-out from a nearby restaurant and get ready to enjoy a fantastic lineup of performances!
The series is coordinated by the City of Charlevoix's Downtown Development Authority and made possible by Series Sponsor Jim Riehl's Friendly Ford of Charlevoix, Lodging Sponsor Weathervane Terrace Inn & Suites, Creative Partner Charlevoix Circle of Arts, and concert sponsors Kilwin's of Charlevoix, The Clothing Company, and Biggby Coffee of Charlevoix. Thanks also to our Community Partner, the Charlevoix Area Community Pool. Mark your calendars for these upcoming concerts and visit downtowncharlevoix.com for more info:
Pocket Watch - August 1st | 7:00 PM
Pocket Watch is a Grand Rapids-based 6-piece jazz-fusion band mixing old-school funk vibes with a new-age jazz sensibility.
Pocket Watch is comprised of Berklee and Michigan State alumni, with members hailing from various other groups around West Michigan like Minor Element, Earth Radio, the Verve Pipe, Squatch, Whorled, and Cosmic Knot. Members of this ensemble have prior experience with national tours opening for Five For Fighting, festival appearances with Afro Man and Spin Doctors, and memorable performances at summer NAMM and SXSW.
Levitator + Super Nuclear with special guests Radio Vision - August 8th | 7:00 PM
Sponsored by Biggby Coffee of Charlevoix.
Levitator is a psychedelic rock band from Petoskey, Michigan, known for their mesmerizing live shows and ethereal soundscapes. The band consists of lead singer and guitarist Robby Hovie, guitarist Sam Hovie, bassist Gabe Rellinger, drummer Dan Schillinger, percussionist Jeff Neill, and keyboardist Cole Oosthuizen. Levitator's music is characterized by Robby’s soaring vocals and intricate guitar work, combined with the band's dynamic rhythms and dreamlike textures.
Super Nuclear out of Traverse City, specializes in handmade light show experiences and will provide a psychedelic light show to accompany the music.
Radio Vision will start the fun at 7:00 PM. “Psychedelic Rock for the modern age.” Heavily influenced by Blues and Rock music going all the way back to its earliest forms and as recent as the punk movement of the 80s/90s Northern Michigan natives “Radio Vision” consciously blends these influences with a distinctive psychedelic edge; all coming together to create a explosively unique kaleidoscope of sound.
A special pre-show performance by The Concert Truck will occur on August 8th at 6:00 PM. The Concert Truck is a mobile music venue featuring Nick Luby and Susan Zhang that strengthens communities by redefining the concert experience and making live music accessible to everyone. Presented by the Great Lakes Center for the Arts.
The concerts are every Thursday evening from June 27th through August 15th in East Park. Admission is free, ensuring that everyone can experience the magic of live music without any barriers.
For more information about the Live on the Lake Summer Concert Series, including the full lineup and schedule, please visit our website by clicking the button below.
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