Yorktown announces lineup for Rhythms on the Riverwalk fall concert series

Good Shot Judy performing in Yorktown. (Courtesy of York County)

Yorktown’s 19th annual Rhythms on the Riverwalk fall concert series is set to kick off on Thursday, Sep. 5. 

The free outdoor performances will run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday evenings until mid-October. 

The highly anticipated lineup spans numerous musical genres, including country, rhythms & blues, jazz, Motown and swing.

Here’s the lineup.

September 5: Brasswind

  • This electrifying group of fun-loving, experienced entertainers cover hits from Motown to Michael Jackson.

September 12:  The Top Hats Orchestra

  • The Top Hats Orchestra is a 12-piece band featuring the talents of some of the area’s finest musicians. Performing for more than 30 years, they play hits from the 40s and 50s. If you like Count Basie, Glen Miller, Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, and Brian Setzer.

September 19: The Michael Clark Band

  • These local favorites return for a night of blues, Motown, disco, funk, and pop hits. Whether honoring the original rendition of a classic number or performing an original tune, the music is presented in the band’s own funky style!

September 26: LadySmyth

  • This eclectic band covers a wide variety of top country songs as well as rock, pop, and Motown. 

October 3: Paul Urban & Friends

  • This band from Chesapeake, Virginia, is known for its contemporary musical styling featuring jazz and blues music. They also play southern rock and country favorites.

October 10:  Good Shot Judy

  • Good Shot Judy will fill the waterfront with the smooth sounds of jazz, a little swing and even some big band favorites. The talented band has opened for national acts like Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Squirrel Nut Zippers and The Cherry Poppin’ Daddies.

Additional Information

Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for seating. Coolers and alcohol are permitted in designated areas at Riverwalk Landing.

Rotating food trucks will be onsite, providing snacks and dinner offerings during the show. Many Historic Yorktown restaurants will also be open for dine-in and take-out options.

Additional parking can be found at York Hall, the County Administration Building, York-Poquoson Court Complex, and other designated lots throughout town.

The Yorktown Trolley will run until 9 p.m. on concert nights with a modified route that still includes some stops on the outskirts of town.

For more information, visit visityorktown.org.

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