For all those concertgoers, car-jammers, and melomaniacs, Tuolumne County Summers are a perfect time to visit and experience a variety of local tunes. From casual pop-up artists to full-blown music festivals, there’s something for everyone looking to enjoy the sounds of the Sierra.
Three outdoor concert series host popular bands throughout the summer. Concerts in the Pines in Twain Harte, and Concerts in the Park in Tuolumne are weekly. Concerts in the Pines take place at Eproson Park and in addition to catchy local tunes, there’s food, drinks, and plenty of room to boogie. The bands start every Saturday at 6:00 pm for the perfect after-dinner activity. Concerts in the Park in Tuolumne provide an outdoor market full of local-made goods alongside the melodies of the Summer evening. Every Wednesday night at Westside Memorial Park, the town comes to life in sound and celebration! On our 2nd Saturday Art Nights, there is so much to do and explore with many local musicians displaying their talent throughout Downtown Sonora, with Coffill Park Concert Series being one of the main attractions. Fantastic displays from artists and local craftspeople in the Gold Rush town are a dream.
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If you Can’t Help Falling in Love with some Jailhouse Rock, then you can’t miss Taylor Rodriguez as Elvis: The Ultimate Tribute at Sierra Repertory Theatre. On select nights from July 25th to August 25th, SRT in East Sonora will radiate hits performed by the King of Rock and Roll. It’s Now or Never so buy your tickets now to have One Night full of Memories!
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Tuolumne County’s unique offerings include annual events like Columbia State Historic Park’s birthday celebration—the Big Band Street Dance. On July 13th, put on your dancing shoes and dress to impress at the party, which will be a fun night of celebration. Plus, the Fiddle and Bango Contest in September is always a real crowd pleaser.
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Two music festivals finish out the summer season in Tuolumne County. For the first time ever, Kennedy Meadows will host the First Annual Kennedy Meadows Music Festival from August 23rd to August 25th! The lineup is full of artists who are sure to get your boots bouncing. A limited amount of campsites are available, so be sure to get ahead of the crowd and get your tent and tickets as soon as you can. The Sierra Bigfoot Music Festival is back for another year in Twain Harte. If you want to stomp your big feet like Bigfoot, be sure to be at Eproson Park from August 23rd to the 25th for some summer Sasquatch sounds.
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No matter what bops you blare, the sunny season in Tuolumne County has local tunes for everyone. Be sure to check our events page for details of concerts and other happenings to make your soundtrack of the summer!
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