City of Rochester
News Release
(Wednesday, July 9, 2014) – The Bands on the Bricks concert series kicks off this Friday, July 11 with Latin Night, featuring Next Level, Latinos De Corazon, Roc Kizomba and Mike Rosario y su Orquesta La Murolla.
The popular, free outdoor concert series brings a variety of musical acts to the Public Market, 280 North Union St., every Friday from 6 to 10 p.m. through Aug. 8. Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Bands on the Bricks is presented by the City of Rochester and Up All Night production company and is sponsored by Blue Light Imported, DosEquis, The Market District Business Association and The Puerto Rican Festival.
The remaining Bands on the Bricks concert lineup includes:
• July 18: Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad – Reggae Music;
• July 25: Big Eyed Phish – a Dave Matthews Tribute Band;
• Aug. 1: Donna the Buffalo – Zydeco Music; and
• Aug. 8: Leon Russell – World Renowned Classic.
This year, Bands on the Bricks will support the Open Door Mission by accepting non-perishable food items and cash donations at every concert. All funds raised will be used to purchase fresh, produce from local farmers at the Rochester Public Market to help feed the homeless in our community.
Patrons may bring one sealed water bottle to the event. Pets are not allowed and all bags and carry-in items are subject to search.
Parking is available at the traditional Public Market locations including the free lots on Railroad and Trinidad Streets, across from the Union Market gates and street parking in the Market District and Marketview Heights neighborhood.
For more information visit www.cityofrochester.gov/bandsonbricks or call the Market Office at 428-6907.
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News Media: For more information, contact Communications Director Christine Christopher at 428-7135.