Lexington’s division of Parks & Recreation has announced the 2023 schedule for the Big Band & Jazz summer concert series. The series, presented by Parks & Recreation, is sponsored by the American Federation of Musicians Local 554-635, who assist with scheduling the performers.
“There’s nothing like jazz in the park, and we have a strong lineup coming to Lexington this summer,” said Jessica Piersol, Special Events Manager for Parks & Recreation. “Bring a picnic, grab your lawn chairs, and join us at two of our amazing parks – Moondance Amphitheater and Ecton Park – for a great summer of jazz, swing, and big band music!”
Big Band & Jazz, which has been going strong for over 40 years, will kick things off at Moondance Amphitheater with concerts every Tuesday from May 16 – June 27 before moving to Ecton Park for the remainder of the series, July 11 – August 15. Ecton Park, which also offers a playground, tennis courts, and baseball fields, recently opened a new restroom and concessions building at the park.
BIG BAND & JAZZ 2023 SCHEDULE
Big Band & Jazz at Moondance Amphitheater
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
- May 16 – The MetroGnomes
- May 23 – Young at Heart Big Band
- May 30 – Bluegrass Area Jazz Ambassadors
- June 6 – Kentucky Jazz Repertory Orchestra
- June 13 – Tim Lake and the Blue Jazz Persuaders
- June 20 – Brett Evans Trombone Jazz Ensemble
- June 27 – Lexington Summer Concert Band
Big Band & Jazz at Ecton Park
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
- July 11 – DiMartino/Osland Jazz Orchestra
- July 18 – Walnut Street Ramblers
- July 25 – Miles Osland Little Big Band with Vince DiMartino
- August 1 – Ross Whitaker Quintet
- August 8 – Marlin McKay Quartet
- August 15 – Osland/Dailiey Jazztet
Visit lexingtonky.gov/parks for more information about Lexington Parks & Recreation concerts and other events happening around the city this summer.
Parks & Recreation, a division of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government, oversees the programming, maintenance, and development of over 100 city parks and natural areas, six pools, five golf courses, community centers, recreational programs, and three arts venues. To find out more, follow @LexKYParks on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, or sign up for the email newsletter.
