Play in the Park Kick off 2025! Shades of Gray Band
May 2nd 7-9pm
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, food, and fun at the PAAL Art Park! We're excited to welcome Shades of Gray, a high-energy 6-piece dance band from Richmond, VA. With powerhouse vocals and an electrifying blend of R&B, soul, rock, disco, and Top 40 hits, they'll have the whole park dancing!
Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and settle in for a night of good vibes—and even better music. Plus, enjoy a selection of beer, wine, and delicious food available for purchase throughout the evening.
Free and open to the public. All ages welcome!
Play in the Park 2025
Play in the Park 2025
Open Mic with Chris Newcomb
May 16th, 2025
7pm-9pm
Join us for a night of creativity and community at PAAL’s Open Mic Night, part of our Play in the Park summer concert series! Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, this is your moment to shine under the stars. Bring your talent, your friends, and your voice to the PAAL Art Park and enjoy an evening celebrating local artistry in all its forms. Sign-ups begin at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7 PM. All ages and styles welcome!
Scealai: Irish Music
June 13th, 2025
7pm-9pm
Experience the rich spirit of Irish tradition with Scealai, a vibrant Irish music band bringing the sounds of the Emerald Isle to PAAL’s Play in the Park summer concert series! With lively jigs, heartfelt ballads, and stories woven through song, Scealai delivers an unforgettable performance that celebrates Celtic culture and community. Grab a blanket, bring the family, and enjoy an evening of music that will have your toes tapping and your heart smiling.
Jonathan Paige Brown and Cruise-in
June 20th, 2025
7pm-9pm
Come out for an evening of heartfelt storytelling and soulful melodies with Jonathan Paige Brown, a rising singer-songwriter from Richmond, VA. Known for his rich vocals and honest, roots-inspired sound, Jonathan brings a blend of folk, country, and Americana to the PAAL Play in the Park summer concert series. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering his music for the first time, this performance promises an unforgettable night under the open sky. Music starts at 6:30 PM—bring a blanket, relax, and enjoy the vibe.
Open Mic with Chris Newcomb
June 27th, 2025
7pm-9pm
Join us for a night of creativity and community at PAAL’s Open Mic Night, part of our Play in the Park summer concert series! Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, this is your moment to shine under the stars. Bring your talent, your friends, and your voice to the PAAL Art Park and enjoy an evening celebrating local artistry in all its forms. Sign-ups begin at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7 PM. All ages and styles welcome!
Open Mic with Chris Newcomb
July 18th, 2025
7pm-9pm
Join us for a night of creativity and community at PAAL’s Open Mic Night, part of our Play in the Park summer concert series! Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, this is your moment to shine under the stars. Bring your talent, your friends, and your voice to the PAAL Art Park and enjoy an evening celebrating local artistry in all its forms. Sign-ups begin at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7 PM. All ages and styles welcome!
Caleb Dillard and Friends
August 8th, 2025
7pm-9pm
Open Mic with Chris Newcomb
August 22nd, 2025
7pm-9pm
Get ready for an evening of homegrown talent and high-energy jams with Caleb Dillard & Friends, live at PAAL’s Play in the Park summer concert series! This dynamic group of local musicians brings a fresh blend of rock, blues, and southern soul that’s sure to get you moving. With powerful vocals, skilled instrumentals, and a laid-back vibe, Caleb and his crew deliver a show that feels like a summer night among friends. Music kicks off at 7:00 PM—come early, grab a spot, and enjoy the groove!
Join us for a night of creativity and community at PAAL’s Open Mic Night, part of our Play in the Park summer concert series! Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, this is your moment to shine under the stars. Bring your talent, your friends, and your voice to the PAAL Art Park and enjoy an evening celebrating local artistry in all its forms. Sign-ups begin at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7 PM. All ages and styles welcome!
Artists and Bands:
Are you part of a performing arts group that would like to appear on our Art Park Stage? Please send an email, indicating what genre or type of music/performance and your contact information, to Jen Lowery, our Play in the Park producer, at jlowery@paalarts.org