MOODY GARDENS^® ANNOUNCES SUMMER CONCERT SERIES WITH FIREWORKS

Galveston, Texas – Music and fireworks will fill the air with a summer concert series with fireworks at Moody Gardens.  The Bands on the Sand Friday night concert series will kick off June 18 at Palm Beach.

This eight-week event is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and features some of the best local and regional bands on the Gulf Coast. Admission is just $6. Concert goers can enjoy live music with a different style of music each week ranging from rock, to blues to beach bands. Guests can enjoy a view of Offatts Bayou and a fireworks display following each show.  Galveston Native, Hamilton Loomis, opens the Bands on the Sand season as he splices blues and rock and blends it for the contemporary ear.

“With summer approaching, we are ready to kick off the weekends on Galveston Island on Friday nights with concerts and fireworks,” said John Zendt, president and CEO of Moody Gardens, who added that the summer concert series is going to provide affordable Friday night entertainment for guests.  “Everyone seems to be looking for a bargain these days, and we provide just the experience they are looking for at Moody Gardens.

Admission to the Bands on the Sand Concerts is included with a Palm Beach ticket or just $6 after 6 p.m. on concert dates. Tickets can be purchased at moodygardens.org/concerts/. For more information about Moody Gardens, call 800-582-4673 or visit moodygardens.org.

Bands on the Sand Concert Schedule:

June 18: Hamilton Loomis, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., $6

June 25: Mambo Jazz Kings, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m., $6

July 2: Ezra Charles & Texas Blues Band, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., $6

July 9: Radio London, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m., $6

July 16: Vertigo, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m., $6

July 23: D.R.U.M., 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., $6

July 30: James Reese Band, 6 p.m. – 10 p.m., $6

August 6: The Intercoastal Pirates, 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., $6

Please contact me at any time at (409)683-4265 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with questions or for further information.

Best Regards,

Melissa Denman

Moody Gardens

One Hope Boulevard
Galveston, Texas 77554
Phone: 409-683-4265

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