2024 Concerts in the Plaza Lineup Announced
Thursday, February 29, 2024
TO: ALL MEDIA
FROM: Rachel Lackmann
Marketing & Communications Manager
Marketing@DowntownSLO.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
2024 CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA LINEUP ANNOUNCED
Twelve-week series to feature new artists alongside longtime Central Coast favorites
San Luis Obispo, CA — Downtown SLO, along with title sponsor Sunset Honda, is proud to announce the lineup for the 2024 season of Concerts in the Plaza. This summer, the community is invited to gather every Friday for twelve weeks of free live music in San Luis Obispo’s Mission Plaza. Concerts in the Plaza is the largest free concert series on the Central Coast. This beloved community event features live local music, dancing, and drinks in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo. All concerts are free to the public and family-friendly.
The series will run every Friday from June 21–September 6, 2024. The Opening Act, formerly referred to as the Singer-Songwriter Showcase, will begin at 5 PM and will now incorporate duos alongside solo performers. The Main Act will run from 6–8 PM.
DATES: Every Friday, June 21–September 6, 2024
TIMES: Opening Act: 5 PM; Main Act: 6–8 PM
Official Lineup for Concerts in the Plaza 2024:
June 21, 2024 • Manuel the Band | rock/jam
& Jineanne Coderre
June 28, 2024 • The Mother Corn Shuckers | bluegrass/jam band
& Miss Leo
July 5, 2024 • Resination | reggae
& Kenny Taylor
July 12, 2024 • Hot 45 | r&b
& Ras Danny
July 19, 2024 • The Molly Ringwald Project | 80s pop
& Emily Smith | sponsored by SLO Cider
July 26, 2024 • IMVA | r&b/soul
& About Time
August 2, 2024 • Rose’s Pawn Shop | Americana/folk-rock/bluegrass
& Natalie Haskins
August 9, 2024 • ghost\monster | rock ‘n’ roll
& Noach Tangeras
August 16, 2024 • Damon Castillo Band | rock/soul/funk
& Melody Klemin
August 23, 2024 • Brass Mash | instrumental rock & pop
& Kentucky Monk | sponsored by Megan’s Organic Market
August 30, 2024 • Josh Rosenblum Band | pop/rock
& Dulcie Taylor Duo
September 6, 2024 • Dante Marsh & The Vibesetters | soul/funk
& Dave Tate | sponsored by Sun Day Car Wash
With so much local talent to choose from, the selection process was not easy, and Downtown SLO wants to thank all of the artists who took the time to apply.
Food and drink will be available, and guests are welcome to bring outside food; outside alcohol is not allowed. Enjoy beer from Firestone-Walker Brewing Company, cider from SLO Cider, and wine from popular downtown wine bar Region. Eats from Woodstock’s Pizza will be available.
Downtown SLO is eliminating single-use plastics at Concerts in the Plaza; all beverages are sold in reusable cups or aluminum cans. Attendees are strongly encouraged to bring their own reusable cups (no glass, please!). 12oz souvenir cups will be available for purchase.
Free bike valet will be provided by Bike SLO County. Pets are not allowed at Concerts in the Plaza.
Promotional artwork for the 2024 season of Concerts in the Plaza was created by local artist Alli Feigin.
Those who are interested are encouraged to follow Concerts in the Plaza on Instagram and Facebook for exciting updates and concert photos.
Downtown SLO wants to thank all the committed sponsors and community partners that make this event possible. Few sponsorship opportunities remain; find out more here.
Title Sponsor: Sunset Honda
Stage Sponsor: Wilde Wealth Management
Silver Level Sponsors: Eighty/20 Group; SLOCAL Roots; Corvus Wealth Advisors; Thoma Electric; Ashley & Vance Engineering; Sunrun; SLO County Board of Supervisors; SLO Cider, American Riviera Bank
Bike Valet Sponsor: CoVelop
Kid Zone Sponsors: Meathead Movers; First5 SLO County
Media Sponsors: The Krush 92.5; Coast 104.5; 93.3 KZOZ; KSBY; New Times SLO; Santa Maria Sun
Concerts in the Plaza would not be possible without partnership from the City of San Luis Obispo.
A media kit can be found here. Please contact Rachel Lackmann, Marketing & Communications Manager, for additional materials and information: marketing@downtownslo.com, or visit DowntownSLO.com.
About Downtown SLO: Downtown SLO is a 501 (c)(6) nonprofit founded in 1975 whose mission is to foster an economically vibrant Downtown. Downtown SLO serves the community by working on initiatives like parking and beautification efforts, coordinating special events and the weekly Farmers’ Market, supporting economic activities, and examining Downtown issues.
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