Summer Concert Series
Date(s): Thursday, August 7 | Thursday, August 14 | Thursday, August 21
Time(s): 6:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Antioch Community Center Amphitheater
Are you ready to experience the ultimate summer vibes this August?
As the sun sets, the real magic begins. Picture yourself surrounded by friends and family, a cool summer breeze, and the rhythmic beats of live music. All for FREE!
Hot August Thursdays prepare to be serenaded by a diverse range of artists and bands, covering genres from rock, pop, and country to Motown, R&B, today’s hits and much, much more. Our carefully curated lineup promises to keep you grooving all evening long. Elevate your concert experience with a delicious array of culinary delights, brought to you by Foodie Crew. Indulge your taste buds each Thursday with food options from all around the Bay Area. From savory to sweet, there’s something for every palate. Want to know the food options ahead of time? Visit https://www.foodiecrew.com/.
2025 Band Details
August 7
Nzuri Soul
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Born in Texas, raised in the Bay Area, Nzuri Soul is a Country loving, R&B/Soul-Rock singer based in California who has made a name for herself over the course of her ten-year career in the music industry with her powerful vocals, songwriting, and entertaining stage presence. She has released three full albums as well as a holiday album. Nzuri Soul is no stranger to performing at iconic California venues like Oakland’s Fox Theatre, House of Blues (Los Angeles, New Orleans & Las Vegas), The Fenix Club, The Empress Theater, Journey Theatre Vacaville, Downtown Theatre Fairfield, Marina Lounge, and Vino Winery just to name a few. In the last few years Nzuri Soul and her band have had several sold out tribute shows at Yoshi’s Oakland to Aaliyah, Beyonce, Mary J Blige, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin and Gladys Knight.
Nzuri Soul and her band have been awarded NCEMA “R&B Band of the Year” 2018 & 2019, “Entertainer of the Year” 2019 & 2020 BMA “R&B Female Singer of the Year” and “Best Female Live Performer.” Nzuri Soul and her band are known for bringing a tight knit, all in dance party and her shows are always dedicated to the fans that have kept her career a success.
August 14
The Houserockers
THE HOUSEROCKERS are a 10-piece Rock & Soul band from Northern California that plays the greatest songs ever recorded. With a wailing 5-piece horn section and rock-solid rhythm section, we bring the timeless classics and todays’ hits to life.
Winner of numerous Bay Area Best Band Awards (“Best Cover Band in the Bay Area” as winners of the KFOX Radio Last Band Standing contest, Best Local Band Los Gatan Magazine, Best Local Band and Best Cover Band Runner Up in San Jose Metro), The Houserockers are a Bay Area favorite – one of the hardest working and in demand bands for over 20 years. We’re known for our eclectic, high energy, set lists that fuses rock, blues, funk, 60’s soul and R & B. From the music of The Rolling Stones to Bruno Mars, Earth, Wind & Fire to Cee Lo Green, Stevie Wonder to Bruce Springsteen, Hall & Oates to the Beatles, Van Morrison and much more, every performance turns into a house party with people dancing, singing, playing air guitar and having a great time.
The Houserockers are:
Paul Kent – Guitar, Vocals
Nick Chargin – Keyboards, Vocals
Chris Beveridge – Bass, Vocals
Mike McWilliams – Trumpet
Al Gonzalez – Trumpet
Jon Hassan – Baritone Sax
George Brandau – Drums
Paul Degen – Sax, Flute
Mark Proudfoot – Trombone
Bill Tasto – Sound Engineer
Dave Byron – Guitar, Vocals
August 21
Groove Ride
Groove Ride is an 11-piece band from the San Francisco Bay Area formed on April 5, 2012, by Doc Robinson. Groove Ride has 2 simple goals; make people dance; and let them see a show! We deliver the sound of the top party/dance bands from the 70’s to the present, along with a high powered show filled with fun and energy! You don’t want to miss our tributes to some of the greatest party bands of all time such as Earth, Wind & Fire, The Gap Band, Chic, Commodores and Heatwave. Groove Ride is a show band featuring great music, choreography, multiple attire changes, and lighting for the total party experience! No tracks, no recordings…real music played by real musicians. Come see our show, you won’t be disappointed!
Interested in Performing?
The City of Antioch appreciates your interest in performing in our summer concert series. For years, Antioch has fostered community engagement by providing a fun-filled event that connects friends and families across generations. Over time, our concert series has grown to be hosted at two locations throughout the city: Waldie Plaza in our historic Rivertown and at Prewett Family Park located next to the Antioch Water Park. In addition to our summer concerts, Antioch Recreation Department hosts a variety of large-scale community events that are elevated by the sound of music. From holiday and cultural celebrations to family summer events, we are always looking for new or established bands and djs to entertain residents.
2026 City of Antioch Band Performance applications are now open!
Band Application (Printable PDF)
Band selections for our summer concert series will be made January-February of 2026. The selections vary each year to align with community trends.
The City will provide the following to all performing bands:
- Stage (dimensions 20’ x 16’ x 11’)
- Sound provided by outside vendor upon request.
- Green room enclosed in two 10’ x 10’ canopies will be provided for band member use.
- Beverages (non-alcoholic) and light refreshments will be provided (nut-free).
- Reserved band member parking in our public parking lot.