Curran Announces Summer Entertainment Series, Featuring Dozens of Free Special Events

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The Saturday night concert series is part of the County’s free summer entertainment series which features dozens of free outdoor concerts, movies, and special events.

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Nassau County Executive Laura Curran is proud to announce a full slate of FREE events this summer, starting with a lineup of rockin’ summer concerts at the Harry Chapin Lakeside Theatre in Eisenhower Park. The Saturday night concert series, sponsored by Jovia Financial Credit Union and presented by GnR Events, is part of the County’s free summer entertainment series which features dozens of free outdoor concerts, movies, and special events being held at parks across the County.  
 
“Nassau’s robust vaccination program has been key to reopening our County and we are all looking forward to going back to the activities we enjoy. I am proud to announce that summer is back in Nassau starting with a full slate of events including concerts and movies for all ages to enjoy.  Thank you to Jovia Financial Credit Union for partnering with us to bring a great Saturday Night Concert series lineup to Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower,” said County Executive Laura Curran.  
 
"At Jovia Financial Credit Union, we are committed to supporting our community and we’re passionate about bringing people together. Sponsoring this free concert series at Eisenhower Park, in the heart of Nassau County, is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the summer with friends and family while enjoying great music and in-person performances,” said Renu Dalessandro, Chief Marketing Officer, Jovia Financial Credit Union.
 
Beginning in June, the County will be offering dozens of concerts and movies for the whole family to enjoy.  Kicking off the summer fun is Jovia Financial Credit Union Eisenhower Park Concert Series, which will begin on June 26 at 8pm at the Lakeside Theatre at Eisenhower Park (Field 6).  While all concerts are free, advanced tickets are required. To reserve a ticket, please visit nassaucountyny.gov/parks.
 
Nassau’s lineup of summer movies and concerts include:
 
Jovia Financial Credit Union Eisenhower Park Concert Series
Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre
8p.m.
 
  • June 26--Roots Foundation – Bob Marley Tribute
  • July 3--Anyway You Want It – Journey Tribute
  • July 10--Half Step – Grateful Dead Tribute
  • July 17-- Almost Bros. – Allman Bros. Tribute
  • July 24--Sir Paul – Beatles Tribute
  • July 31--Petty Rumours – Tom Petty/Fleetwood Mac Tribute
  • August 7--Janis Joplin Experience
  • August 14--Misty Mountain – Led Zeppelin Tribute
  • August 21--Strange Magic – Electric Light Orchestra Tribute
  • August 28--Street Fighter – Rolling Stones Tribute
 
Noontime Concerts
Eisenhower Park, Field 1
12p.m.
 
  • July 14-Bobby Doo Wop
  • July 21 --  Johnny Avino
  • July 28 -- Vinny Pizzo
  • August 11 -- Tangerine
  • August 18 -- Tommy Sullivan
  • August 25 -- Fran & Frank
 
Pop-up Concerts 
 
Christopher Morley Park
July 20 – Ragdoll/Four Seasons Tribute – 7pm
 
North Woodmere Park
August 2 – Forever Plaid by Plaza Theatrical – 7pm
 
Mitchel Athletic Complex
August 8 – John King – 8pm
 
Grant Park
August 30 – Gathering Time – 7pm
 
Chelsea Mansion Concerts
 
  • July 6 – Young Classical Artists in Concert – 7pm
  • July 14 – L.I.Concert Orchestra – 7pm
  • August 11 – Swingtime Big Band – 7pm
 
Family Movie Nights
Eisenhower Park, Lakeside Theatre
 
  •  July 8 – The Secret Life of Pets – 2, 8:28 p.m.                                               
  • July 15 – Trolls:  World Tour, 8:25 p.m.                                                         
  • July 22 - The Crood’s: A New Age, 8:20 p.m.                                     
  • July 29 – Abominable, 8:14 p.m.                                                       
  • August 5 – The War with Grandpa, 8:06 p.m.                                   
  • August 12 - Playing with Fire, 7:57 p.m.                                             
  • August 19 - My Spy, 7:48 p.m.                                                           
  • August 26 - Dora and the Lost City of Gold, 7:37 p.m.                      
 
Tuesday Night Movies
Cedar Creek Park/N. Woodmere Park
 
  • July 13 – Coco – Cedar Creek, 8:25 p.m.                               
  • July 20 – Inside Out – N. Woodmere, 8:21 p.m.                   
  • July 27 –– Spy’s in Disguise - Cedar Creek, 8:15 p.m.           
  • August 3 – UP -  N. Woodmere, 8:08 p.m.                           
  • August 10 – The Greatest Showman – Cedar Creek, 8:00 p.m.
  • August 17 – Hocus Pocus – N. Woodmere, 7:50 p.m.           
 
Movies on the Beach
Nickerson Beach
 

Fridays – East Terrace

  • July 9 – Book of Life, 8:27 p.m.                                             
  • July 30 – Angry Birds, 8:12 p.m.                                           
  • August 20 – High School Musical, 7:46 p.m. 
 
Sundays – West Terrace
 
  • July 18 – Ferdinand, 8:22 p.m.                                               
  • August 15 – Angry Birds 2, 7:53 p.m.                       
  • August 29 – Camp Rock, 7:32 p.m.