Ready to rock those summer nights away, Plymouth? The city's Hilde Nights concert series is rolling out its second gig with a special treat for fans of classic rock and the memorable tunes of the '70s and '80s. On the evening of July 11 at the Hilde Performance Center, attendees can enjoy back-to-back performances by Rival 5 and The HYPE!, all under the sublime open sky. You'd better polish those dancing shoes because the show starts at 6:30 p.m. with Rival 5, who promise to amplify your nostalgia with powerhouse vocals and big harmonies, as they throw their own spicy twist into your beloved rock hits. Switch gears at 8:30 p.m. as The HYPE! hits the stage to pack punches with classics from legendary icons like Mötley Crüe and Aerosmith. As always, these nights are BYOB (Bring Your Own Blanket), and if those rockin' tunes make you work up an appetite, food trucks will be at your service – so don't forget your wallet.
For the ones looking further ahead, mark your calendars for August 15. The Hilde Performance Center is setting the stage for what promises to be an exceptional culmination to the Hilde Nights series. Rumours: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show, hailing from Los Angeles, will be channeling the soul of Stevie Nicks and the gang from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. If an evening filled with enchanting harmonies and timeless ballads is your jam, this is one show you won't want to miss.
While the Hilde Nights events are free and open to the welcoming arms of the public, it's worth noting that Minnesota weather can be as unpredictable as a drum solo at a rock concert. The City of Plymouth keeps attendees in the loop with its weather hotline at 763-509-5205 – just in case Mother Nature decides to pull the plug. As for the behind-the-scenes heroes, let's hear it for Gateway Fiber for sponsoring the series and All Energy Solar for pitching in on the July 11 concert. More details about these rocking evenings can be found on the City of Plymouth's announcement.
So, whether you're a die-hard fan of the '80s rock scene or in search of an enchanting tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Hilde Nights has got your summer entertainment sorted. Here's to hoping the weather plays nice, but even if it doesn't, these concerts are set to ignite the flame of live music in Plymouth once again. Stay tuned, stay pumped, and maybe I'll see you there, nodding your head to the rhythms of yesteryear – because isn't that what summer nights are all about?
