Tuesday nights in Lewisville are about to get a blast from the past with the arrival of The Chicago Xperience, a treat for both die-hard fans and newer generations looking to capture the soulful essence of a bygone era; as reported by the City of Lewisville, the group will make their "Sounds of Lewisville" concert series debut on May 20 as part of the city's Centennial Celebration at Wayne Ferguson Plaza, 150 W. Church Street, paying homage to the Chicago Transit Authority's performance in the Texas International Pop Festival back in 1969.
The series sets the stage for a diverse lineup spanning from pop-rock tributes to ukulele virtuosos, commencing at 7 p.m. every Tuesday night in May and June, and according to the City of Lewisville, this outdoor festival is the perfect spot for locals to unwind with the comfort of their lawn chairs and the company of leashed pets, while sipping and munching on a variety of available food and beverages. The opening acts have a slot from 7-7:45 p.m. and then, the headliners take over the stage from 8-9:30 p.m., creating a tableau of sonic delights under the Texas sky.
Veteran and rising artists alike will grace the Plaza, including the likes of Lover: An Eras Tour Experience and Uptown Funk, returning after previous successful performances, and they will hit the stage on June 17 and June 24 respectively, these details further outlined by the festival's publicized schedule. Capping off the series will be the Red White & Lewisville show featuring The 8Tracks on July 1, the city has made arrangements for a drone and a low-level fireworks display to follow, illuminating the sky above the Lewisville Grand Theater in a glorious celebration of music and community spirit.
For those seeking to immerse in the convivial atmosphere of the "Sounds of Lewisville," Wayne Ferguson Plaza provides a modern cityscape where audiences can enjoy performances at an elevated stage with multi-level seating, and should the Texas heat prove too much, revelers can cool off by the interactive splash pad all nestled within a garden of native flora. The venue is a quick jaunt from Interstate 35E, with free parking available along Main and Charles streets, or at the city hall, ensuring that your night of musical merriment is as hassle-free as possible.
Embracing the spirit of civic pride and progress, this concert series is a cornerstone of the "Old Town" Big Move, envisioned in the Lewisville 2025 plan—a progressive blueprint for the city's future cultural and economic development, the full plan is accessible for curious minds at the city's official website. With something for everyone—whether you're in it for the nostalgia, the tunes, or a reason to enjoy the outdoors—Lewisville's summer evenings are set to be a harmonious blend of yesteryears' classics and today's musical charms.
