The Friends of the Bandshell and Boardwalk Merchants are pleased to present the 2023 FREE Star Spangled Summer Concert Series line-up!

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (April 17, 2023) – On Saturday, May 27th, the Daytona Beach Bandshell’s 2023 FREE Star Spangled Summer Concert Series presented by Boardwalk Merchants and Friends of the Bandshell will officially kick off the popular summer concert series by hosting the first free Saturday night concert of the 2023 Free Star Spangled Summer Concert Series. Back by popular demand, the night sky will come alive with the “Bud Light-Lights Up Daytona Fireworks Display” over the ocean after the shows. Concerts begin at 7:15 PM and fireworks over the ocean follows the concerts at 9:45 PM.

The Star Spangled Summer Concert Series is an annual free summer concert series that takes place on Saturday nights at the world’s most famous beach’s historic Bandshell located on the North end of the Daytona Beach Boardwalk and is an experience both locals and visitors alike look forward to every summer. The Star Spangled Summer Concert Series is known for bringing the best Tribute Bands to the beach and will begin the 2023 concert series on May 27th and continue every Saturday night through September 30th. The family-friendly concerts make for a star-spangled summer of fun for everyone.

On Saturday, May 27th  the concert series will officially kick-off with Turnstiles – the Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute Band at 7:15 pm. The Turnstiles band brings an energetic show that involves the audience and appeals to a large age group. Attendees can expect to rock out to hits like Only the Good Die Young, Piano Man, New York State of Mind, It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me, Allentown, She’s Got a Way, She’s Always a Woman, Uptown Girl, We Didn’t Start the Fire, You May be Right, and more.

On June 3rd, Friends of the Bandshell will recognize the service of our veterans and will commemorate the Bud Asher Memorial Celebration by honoring local veterans with a patriotic flyover and the singing of the National Anthem at the Bandshell. Fleetwood Max, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute will perform.

On Tuesday, July 4th, Friends of the Bandshell will celebrate Independence Day with a show featuring Alter Eagles, an Eagles Tribute Band along with a special extended “Bud Light-Lights Up Daytona Fireworks Display” paired with patriotic music provided by 95.7 The Hog radio show. Happy Birthday, America!

The public is invited to bring their entire family. Attendees may bring their own chairs. VIP seat tickets will go on sale on Ticketmaster starting Friday, April 21. Ticketmaster will continue selling VIP tickets to each show through 2 PM the day before each show. Friends of the Bandshell will also sell VIP tickets at the Bandshell on the day of the show at 5 PM. VIP tickets are $15 per person and chairs may be rented for $5 each.

Bandshell parking is available at the nearby Ocean Center garage and surface lots. Attendees parking in the Ocean Center garage can take the pedestrian overpass to the Bandshell, purchase concessions and drinks, and enjoy the live show!

Additionally, while appreciating cool evenings with live music under the stars, concert attendees may stroll the boardwalk, play skeeball or video games while enjoying food and drinks and the street performers on the world's most famous Boardwalk.

The 2023 Star Spangled Summer Concert Series title sponsor is Daytona Beach  Boardwalk. Presenting sponsors are City of Daytona Beach, Bud Light, and Ocean Walk Shoppes. Participating sponsors are  95.7 The Hog Radio, Jon Hall Chevrolet Daytona, Ocean Center Daytona Beach, Coca Cola, and Pizza King on the Boardwalk.

For more information, please visit Friends of the Bandshell Facebook page at www.facebook.com/friendsofthebandshell, or the Friends of the Bandshell Website at www.bandshell.info or call 386-671-3472.

 

Friends of the Bandshell:

In 1996, Friends of the Bandshell, Inc. a not-for-profit corporation, was formed with the specific goal of restoring this jewel of Daytona Beach and bringing back a repertoire of outstanding artists with concerts for area residents and visiting tourists. Their goal is to make this a cultural force in the community, not only through entertainment, but also as an arts educational beacon shining on the Northeast Florida student population.

Their mission is to develop the Bandshell into a first class outdoor performing arts center that will stimulate and educate the community with a variety of uplifting, cultural presentations aimed at entertaining and raising appreciation for continued use and preservation of a historic beachside treasure:

The Daytona Beach Bandshell

Click here for other concerts and events held at the Bandshell!

Upcoming Events
Boxers and Southern Cross: Simon & Garfunkel and Crosby Stiles Nash and Young Tributes
Saturday, June 10, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Boxers and Southern Cross: Simon & Garfunkel and Crosby Stiles Nash and Young Tributes
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Hotter than July & All Night Long: Stevie Wonder, Commodores and Lionel Ritchie Tributes
Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Hotter than July & All Night Long: Stevie Wonder, Commodores and Lionel Ritchie Tributes
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Foreigner Experience & Bad Inc: Foreigner and Bad Company Tributes
Saturday, June 24, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Foreigner Experience & Bad Inc: Foreigner and Bad Company Tributes
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Never Stop Believin': Journey Tribute
Saturday, July 1, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Never Stop Believin': Journey Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Alter Eagles: Eagles Tribute
Tuesday, July 4, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Alter Eagles: Eagles Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Rushour & Kiss America: Rush and Kiss Tributes
Saturday, July 8, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Rushour & Kiss America: Rush and Kiss Tributes
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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China Grove & Supernatural: Doobie Brothers & Santana
Saturday, July 15, 2023 | 7:15 PM
China Grove & Supernatural: Doobie Brothers & Santana
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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US Stones: Rolling Stones Tribute
Saturday, July 22, 2023 | 7:15 PM
US Stones: Rolling Stones Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Absolute Queen: Queen Tribute
Saturday, July 29, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Absolute Queen: Queen Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Loverboy Tribute, REO Survivor + Chicago Rewired: Loverboy, REO Speedwagon and Chicago Tributes
Saturday, August 5, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Loverboy Tribute, REO Survivor + Chicago Rewired: Loverboy, REO Speedwagon and Chicago Tributes
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Livin' on a Prayer: Bon Jovi Tribute
Saturday, August 12, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Livin' on a Prayer: Bon Jovi Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Smokin' and Renegade: Boston & Styx Tributes
Saturday, August 19, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Smokin' and Renegade: Boston & Styx Tributes
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Rocket Man: Elton John Tribute
Saturday, September 2, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Rocket Man: Elton John Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Highway to Hell & Absolute Def Leppard: AC/DC + Def Leppard Tributes
Saturday, August 26, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Highway to Hell & Absolute Def Leppard: AC/DC + Def Leppard Tributes
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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In the Light of Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin Tribute
Saturday, September 9, 2023 | 7:15 PM
In the Light of Led Zeppelin: Led Zeppelin Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Let it Be: The Beatles Tribute
Saturday, September 16, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Let it Be: The Beatles Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute
Saturday, September 23, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute
2023 Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series
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Wall of Echoes: Pink Floyd Tribute
Saturday, September 30, 2023 | 7:15 PM
Wall of Echoes: Pink Floyd Tribute
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The Friends of the Bandshell and Boardwalk Merchants are pleased to present the 2023 FREE Star Spangled Summer Concert Series line-up!

DAYTONA BEACH, FL (April 17, 2023) – On Saturday, May 27th, the Daytona Beach Bandshell’s 2023 FREE Star Spangled Summer Concert Series presented by Boardwalk Merchants and Friends of the Bandshell will officially kick off the popular summer concert series by hosting the first free Saturday night concert of the 2023 Free Star Spangled Summer Concert Series. Back by popular demand, the night sky will come alive with the “Bud Light-Lights Up Daytona Fireworks Display” over the ocean after the shows. Concerts begin at 7:15 PM and fireworks over the ocean follows the concerts at 9:45 PM.

The Star Spangled Summer Concert Series is an annual free summer concert series that takes place on Saturday nights at the world’s most famous beach’s historic Bandshell located on the North end of the Daytona Beach Boardwalk and is an experience both locals and visitors alike look forward to every summer. The Star Spangled Summer Concert Series is known for bringing the best Tribute Bands to the beach and will begin the 2023 concert series on May 27th and continue every Saturday night through September 30th. The family-friendly concerts make for a star-spangled summer of fun for everyone.

On Saturday, May 27th  the concert series will officially kick-off with Turnstiles – the Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute Band at 7:15 pm. The Turnstiles band brings an energetic show that involves the audience and appeals to a large age group. Attendees can expect to rock out to hits like Only the Good Die Young, Piano Man, New York State of Mind, It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me, Allentown, She’s Got a Way, She’s Always a Woman, Uptown Girl, We Didn’t Start the Fire, You May be Right, and more.

On June 3rd, Friends of the Bandshell will recognize the service of our veterans and will commemorate the Bud Asher Memorial Celebration by honoring local veterans with a patriotic flyover and the singing of the National Anthem at the Bandshell. Fleetwood Max, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute will perform.

On Tuesday, July 4th, Friends of the Bandshell will celebrate Independence Day with a show featuring Alter Eagles, an Eagles Tribute Band along with a special extended “Bud Light-Lights Up Daytona Fireworks Display” paired with patriotic music provided by 95.7 The Hog radio show. Happy Birthday, America!

The public is invited to bring their entire family. Attendees may bring their own chairs. VIP seat tickets will go on sale on Ticketmaster starting Friday, April 21. Ticketmaster will continue selling VIP tickets to each show through 2 PM the day before each show. Friends of the Bandshell will also sell VIP tickets at the Bandshell on the day of the show at 5 PM. VIP tickets are $15 per person and chairs may be rented for $5 each.

Bandshell parking is available at the nearby Ocean Center garage and surface lots. Attendees parking in the Ocean Center garage can take the pedestrian overpass to the Bandshell, purchase concessions and drinks, and enjoy the live show!

Additionally, while appreciating cool evenings with live music under the stars, concert attendees may stroll the boardwalk, play skeeball or video games while enjoying food and drinks and the street performers on the world's most famous Boardwalk.

The 2023 Star Spangled Summer Concert Series title sponsor is Daytona Beach  Boardwalk. Presenting sponsors are City of Daytona Beach, Bud Light, and Ocean Walk Shoppes. Participating sponsors are  95.7 The Hog Radio, Jon Hall Chevrolet Daytona, Ocean Center Daytona Beach, Coca Cola, and Pizza King on the Boardwalk.

For more information, please visit Friends of the Bandshell Facebook page at www.facebook.com/friendsofthebandshell, or the Friends of the Bandshell Website at www.bandshell.info or call 386-671-3472.

 

Friends of the Bandshell:

In 1996, Friends of the Bandshell, Inc. a not-for-profit corporation, was formed with the specific goal of restoring this jewel of Daytona Beach and bringing back a repertoire of outstanding artists with concerts for area residents and visiting tourists. Their goal is to make this a cultural force in the community, not only through entertainment, but also as an arts educational beacon shining on the Northeast Florida student population.

Their mission is to develop the Bandshell into a first class outdoor performing arts center that will stimulate and educate the community with a variety of uplifting, cultural presentations aimed at entertaining and raising appreciation for continued use and preservation of a historic beachside treasure:

The Daytona Beach Bandshell

Click here for other concerts and events held at the Bandshell!