Summer Songs Concert Series

Dakota West Arts Council (DWAC) presents Summer Songs Concert Series at General Sibley Park and Campground in partnership with Bismarck Parks and Recreation District.
- FREE and all ages welcome
- General Sibley Park amphitheater, 5001 S. Washington St., Bismarck
- All concerts are from 7:00-9:00pm.
- If there is poor weather, we will move to shelter #1.
May 21: Joel Land Jazztet:
- The Joel Land Jazztet is a collective of the best local jazz musicians, assembled for moments that require elevated live jazz music. This group focuses on improvisation within a large repertoire of jazz styles: swing, latin, funk, ballads and more. On May 21st, the group takes on the form of a quartet with Jim Anderson on drums, Darren King on bass, Fr. Nick Schneider on guitar, and Joel Land on saxophones.
June 25: That 60’s Band:
- That 60s Band is on a mission to transport you back in time with the iconic sounds of the 60s. Based out of Bismarck, That 60s Band travels the region performing at dances and special events. Specializing in dance tunes from the American Rock’n’Roll, the British Invasion, Motown, and Psychedelia, we bring the Swinging 60s to life. Join us on a nostalgic journey filled with groovy beats and timeless melodies!
- Website: www.that60sband.net/
- FB: That 60s Band
July 16: Avantide:
- Avantide is a four-piece alternative rock band from Bismarck, born from a shared love of music discovered in the aisles of a local record store. Drawing inspiration from The Black Keys, Pavement, and Spoon, the band blends catchy melodies, memorable lyrics, and tight instrumentals to create a sound that's both fresh and familiar.
- Website: www.avantidevand.com/
- FB: Avantide
- Instagram: @avantideband
August 6: DHEJEMKE:
- DHEJEMKE (Dey-jem-kay), a spell correction, at which was silly enough a word to name a band after. With Jazz, Punk, Funk, R'n'B, and pop influences, DHEJEMKE is a collective of musicians who want express thought-provoking nerdy songs to bob your head too -- This year they have a new single out "Strength" out on all streaming platforms! -- Look out for their new Album coming out soon, too, if you would.