THELMA Thursday | Joyann Parker

Join us every Thursday night throughout the summer!
Downtown Fond du Lac comes alive with THELMA Thursdays, a high-energy summer concert series that transforms Sheboygan Street into the ultimate music destination! Enjoy live performances from talented artists across a variety of genres, from Caribbean and reggae to world music and danceable grooves, all right outside THELMA's front door on Sheboygan Street.
Whether you're relaxing in your lawn chair or tearing up the pavement with your incredible dance moves, this is the perfect way to soak up the sounds of summer. With drinks available from the bar and an electric atmosphere, THELMA Thursdays is the best way to enjoy live music in the heart of our beautiful downtown.
Bar opens: 6 PM
Music starts: 7 PM
THELMA Thursdays is presented by FVSBank, and the stage is brought to you by Marian University! We love our community partners!
Joyann Parker is a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her dynamic blend of blues, soul, gospel, R&B, and roots music. With a voice described as both “goosebumps-inducing” and deeply soulful, she brings emotional depth and authenticity to every performance.
Drawing from a foundation in gospel and a wide range of musical influences, Parker has developed a genre-blending sound rooted in storytelling and raw human connection. Her albums Out of the Dark and Roots both charted on the Billboard Blues Albums chart, marking major milestones in her rising career.
Known for her electrifying live shows, Parker delivers performances filled with powerful vocals, expressive musicianship, and a magnetic stage presence that connects deeply with audiences. Expect soulful intensity, heartfelt songs, and a live music experience that stays with you long after the final note.
Lawn chairs welcome

Dancing encouraged

Good vibes guaranteed
Outside THELMA on Sheboygan Street

Thursday, August 20

Bar opens at 6 PM

Music starts at 7 PM