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Rhythms on the Riverwalk begins Sept. 5

Yorktown’s 19th annual Rhythms on the Riverwalk concert series kicks off next Thursday, Sept. 5. The free outdoor performances are held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursdays through mid-October. Visitors can expect several musical genres including country, rhythms & blues, jazz, Motown, and even a little swing. Here is this year’s lineup:

Sept. 5: Brasswind. A group of experienced entertainers who bring the house down with their smashing covers of hits from Motown to Michael Jackson.

Sept. 12: The Top Hats Orchestra, is a 12-piece band featuring the talents of some of the area’s finest musicians. Performing for more than 30 years, they play hits from the ’40s and ’50s.

Sept. 19: The Michael Clark Band. These local favorites return for a night of blues, Motown, disco, funk, and pop hits.

Sept. 26: LadySmyth. The eclectic band covers a wide variety of top country songs as well as rock, pop and Motown.

Oct. 3: Paul Urban & Friends. This jazz and blues band, from Chesapeake, is known for its contemporary musical styling. They also play southern rock and country favorites.

Oct. 10: Good Shot Judy. The popular local jazz, swing and big band group has opened for national acts like Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Squirrel Nut Zippers, and The Cherry Poppin’ Daddies.

Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Coolers and alcohol are permitted in designated areas at Riverwalk Landing. Rotating food trucks will be onsite, providing snacks and dinner offerings during the show. Many Yorktown restaurants will also be open for dine-in and take-out options.

Additional parking can be found at York Hall, the County Administration Building, York-Poquoson Court Complex, and other designated lots throughout town. The Yorktown Trolley will run until 9 p.m. on concert nights with a modified route that still includes some stops on the outskirts of town.

For more information, visit www.visityorktown.org.

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