LANCASTER—Kilmarnock Town Centre Park will soon welcome Music on the Half Shell Stage for 2021, presented by Chesapeake Bank and the Town of Kilmarnock.
“We are super excited to welcome some amazing local performers as well as performers from the region,” said Mayor Mae Umphlett. “We all know how hard last year was and we are thrilled to be able to offer music back into the community.”
Concerts will be held from 7-9:30 p.m. New this year is the option to bring a picnic dinner, reported community development coordinator Ashley Jones. No outside alcohol or glass will be allowed and all bags are subject to search to ensure the safety of all guests.
Food vendors will still be on site and beverages for the whole family will be available for purchase, said Jones. Lancaster by the Bay Chamber will sponsor adult beverage sales.
COVID-19 Guidelines and Rules will apply to all events. Masks must be worn until seated, she said. Seating will be spread out and people are asked to comply with social distancing expectations set forth by the Commonwealth.
Each concert will be a ticketed event, said Jones. Tickets will be sold at kilmarnockva.ticketleap.com and at the door. Children younger than 5 are free with a paying adult ticket of $10.
“Chesapeake Bank is so excited to partner with and support the Town of Kilmarnock and their efforts to bring back the Music on the Half Shell summer concert såeries. We are so ready to see everyone at this amazing community event,” said marketing director Paula Milsted.
Show schedule
June 11, Music on the Half Shell Stages presents the kick off to Summer with Soul Expressions. Soul Expressions is a high-energy band who performs an array of different upbeat party music.
June 17, The Fabulous Hubcaps. One of the most sought-after Oldies Rock-n-Roll Dance and Show Groups in the country. Since their beginnings in 1974 as Harvey Hubcap and the Do Ron Ron, they have set the standard for musical quality and entertainment showmanship.
July 2, Steve Basset & The Mystic Soul Bubbas. Bassett is a legendary southern rock and roll/blue eyed soul singer/songwriter, Hammond B-3 player and independent recording artist. He co-authored “Sweet Virginia Breeze,” and is a southern soul music chart-topper and first call singer of national network commercial jingles.
July 15, Uncle Cracker. Based in Richmond. Cracker Jackson brings a fresh, new take to the “traditional” party band, playing favorite pop, funk, R&B and dance tunes, with a little more bite.
August 19, Ron Moody & The Centaurs. A 55 year Virginia Tradition with Ron Moody as the only member who has performed at every show since the band’s inception in December 26, 1964. The band has recorded for Columbia, ABC-Dunhill, and MGM Records, as well as their own in-house labels, Star America and Aron Music.
September 16, Danny Kensy and Cedar Creek. This Country Music Association group has been wowing the crowd for many years. Original country, Top 40 country and classic rock stream the airwaves at each performance.
October 1, Little Marvin & The Martians. A cross-categorical band, they play a wide range of 80s rock, danceable classic rock, pop and new county. With local ties to Lancaster county, Stacy Stevens will surely not disappoint.
