Join us at Echo Bluff State Park for our 2023 Summer Concert Series. Bring a blanket or chair to the park’s amphitheater and enjoy a series of free concerts under the stars. The series will feature some returning bands, along with some new groups, but all will provide stellar family entertainment.<br/><br/>All concerts will be held at the amphitheater and start at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Refreshments will be available for purchase.<br/><br/><b>Concert Schedule</b><br/>May 26 – Kirk Pierce: Hailing from Houston, Missouri, Kirk predominantly plays country songs, including originals. <br/>May 27 – The Travelin’ Kind Band: This band puts out a 1960s and 1970s vibe with fun, mostly original songs you can sing along to.<br/>May 28 – Beth Bombara and Band: Making its Echo Bluff debut, this group plays a mixture of jazz and soft rock.<br/>June 10 – Michael Connors: This barefooted singer from Salem, Missouri, will r
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