Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series Celebrates 15 Years of Partnership as They Announce the Lineup for 2023

Last Updated 3/30/2023 • In Public Notices

March 28, 2023 | Downtown Statesville, North Carolina

This year, Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce are celebrating 15 years of one of our most successful and beloved community events, Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5. “Since the very beginning, 15 years ago, Piedmont HealthCare wanted to be at the forefront of supporting a summer concert series in downtown Statesville,” says Jeff Smith, CEO of Piedmont HealthCare. “We love Friday After 5 simply because we believe in building a vibrant and thriving community here in Statesville. Our patients, staff, and friends deserve the opportunity to come together each season at events like this. We are excited to celebrate the 15-year partnership with the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and look forward to a successful Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 season. I hope to see you downtown!”

Our organizations are excited to announce the lineup for the 2023 concert season. The series features an amazing lineup of bands, some local and some regional with a very diverse range of genres. The concerts will kick off on Friday May 5, so mark your calendars now!

The concert dates and bands are as follows:

May 5 – Wood Family Tradition (Bluegrass)
June 2 – Chairmen of the Board (Soul)
July 7 – Pizazz Band (Soul, Funk, Beach, Country & Rock)
August 4 – Dani Kerr & the Skeleton Krew (Southern Rock)
September 1 –Chicago Rewired – The Premier Chicago Tribute Band with REO Survivor & Co. **note: September 1 concert starts at 5:30pm

The concerts are held in Downtown Statesville near 300 West Broad Street in front of Mitchell Community College from 6–8:30 pm, except for the final September 1 concert, which will begin at 5:30pm. Beer, wine, soft drinks, and food will be available for purchase beginning at 5pm. Bring your chairs and enjoy a night of music.

Remember: No dogs, pets, coolers, outside beverages, or containers are allowed.

The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series is produced by Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and is made possible by our gracious volunteers and these valued sponsors: Piedmont HealthCare, DENSO Manufacturing, Hilton Garden Inn, MBA Roofing, City of Statesville, Homerun Markets, Hunk-A-Junk Hauling, WAME 92.9 & 550 Real Country and Benfield Sanitation (BSS).

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit www.svlfridayafterfive.com/sponsor/

To learn more about the concert series, visit www.svlfridayafterfive.com. For additional information contact Downtown Statesville at 704-878-3436 or the Chamber of Commerce at 704-873-2892.

About Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC):

Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization charged with administering the Main Street program for Statesville and whose mission is to champion, promote and lead Downtown Statesville as the economic, social and cultural engine in the region. This is achieved in collaboration with public-private partners working together to enhance the appearance, desirability, and vitality of downtown. Visit www.downtownstatesville.com for details.

About Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce:

The voice of business and professionals in our region for over 100 years, the Chamber supports policies that foster a positive business climate through job creation and economic development. The Chamber also supports innovative ideas to educate, attract, and retain a quality workforce.

A not-for-profit membership organization, The Chamber provides the leadership to achieve a diverse balanced economy that enhances the quality of living and working in our region.

The Chamber is a bridge that links businesses, organizations, and residents together with innovative programs that strengthen our long-term economic vitality, business success, job creation and quality of life. Visit www.statesvillechamber.org for details.

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