Let's put the Pizazz in the Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Concert on July 7!
The 2023 Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series continues in Downtown Statesville, NC on Friday, July 7 , with the always entertaining Pizazz Band! Pizazz sizzles with the energy that pounds your heart and gets your body and feet moving with Soul, Funk, Beach, Country and Rock.
Get into the romantic, soulful voice of Lead Man Kent Zimmerman. The talent of the Pizazz Band is unsurpassed with Mark Davidson's gravelly, smokey vocals and fluid guitar. Roger Whitsett keeps the beat going on drums. Listen to Brooks Paul's silky smooth vocal as well on keys, & guitar. Don Valleraux will hypnotize you on Saxophone & Keys, completing the band is the solid timing and groove of bassist Kenny Hancock.
The diversity of the band will wow you with the rhythmic lyrical vocals to hip hop and funk, country lyrics that will transform you from the realities of your lives. Listen for the strong groove and rhythm that these accomplished musicians bring to each song.
Start your evening by visiting the welcome tent sponsored by Randy Marion at the entrance to purchase your tokens before heading over to the beverage tent!
We are thrilled to have Southern Distilling Co. as the Hospitality Tent sponsor this year. In addition to sampling some of their delicious bourbon, and you can purchase a signature cocktail.
Red Buffalo Brewing will be on hand pouring their well-loved Clocktower IPA, Center Street Ale, Blue’sberry Ale, and Cranberry-Apple Seltzer.
Andrea’s Ice Cream & Sweet Shop along with Wilson’s Weenie Wagon and Another Food Truck food trucks will be serving food, sweets, water & soft drinks.
The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series offers FREE entertainment to Statesville’s residents, neighbors, and visitors in Downtown Statesville from May through September and features music of all styles. Whether you like Beach Music and Country or Blues and Rock and Roll, you’ll hear something you will enjoy dancing and singing along to!
The concerts are held in Downtown Statesville on West Broad Street in front of Mitchell Community College from 6 – 8:30 pm. Beer, wine, spirits, soft drinks, water, and food will be available for purchase beginning at 5pm. Bring your chairs and enjoy a great night of music, but remember no pets, outside beverages, or coolers are allowed.
Mark your calendars and make sure you don’t miss any of these upcoming dates:
August 4 – Dani Kerr & The Skeleton Krew (FEATURED ON AMERICA'S GOT TALENT THIS SEASON)
September 1 – Chicago Rewired – The Premier Chicago Tribute Band with REO Survivor & Co.
The Piedmont HealthCare Friday After 5 Summer Concert Series is produced by Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce and is made possible by our gracious volunteers and these valued sponsors:
Piedmont HealthCare, Randy Marion Ford Lincoln, Southern Distilling Co., Accellacare, DENSO, Allen Tate Realtors, Carolina Specialty Care, Carolina BalloonFest, AFC Urgent Care, Hilton Garden Inn, Mitchell Community College, Banner Drug, Sound Check Live, HunkaJunk Hauling, City of Statesville, Iredell Free News, Homerun Markets, WAME Radio 92.9.
In the 2023 season, we are especially proud to celebrate 15 years of sponsorship from Piedmont HealthCare. Their consistent involvement and support of our community through this event is very appreciated.
Parking is available throughout Downtown in our 9 public parking lots. Our partners at Mitchell Community College invite guests to park in their various lots surrounding the event. For public lot details, visit https://www.downtownstatesville.com/directions-parking.
For more information about the 2023 concert series, contact Downtown Statesville at 704-878-3436 or the Chamber of Commerce at 704-873-2892. Learn more by visiting https://www.svlfridayafterfive.com/.
About Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC): Downtown Statesville Development Corporation is a 501©3 nonprofit organization charged with administering the Main Street program for Statesville and whose mission is to provide leadership dedicated to the historic preservation and enhancement of Downtown Statesville and promote downtown as the primary center for economic growth opportunities, social experiences, and cultural arts in Statesville. The Downtown Statesville Historic District is home to 19 restaurants, 2 coffee shops, 1 brewery, over 25 specialty shops to include 6 boutiques and 4 outdoor sporting goods destinations, an amazing unique gift shop where you can find something for everyone AND an escape room! Visit www.downtownstatesville.com for details.
About Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce: The voice of business and professionals in our region for over 100 years, the Chamber supports policies that foster a positive business climate through job creation and economic development. The Chamber also supports innovative ideas to educate, attract and retain a quality workforce.
A not-for-profit membership organization, The Chamber provides the leadership to achieve a diverse balanced economy that enhances the quality of living and working in our region.
The Chamber is a bridge that links businesses, organizations, and residents together with innovative programs that strengthen our long-term economic vitality, business success, job creation and quality of life. Visit www.statesvillechamber.org for details.
