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‘A night in the Burg:' Cole Swindell headlines BMW Charity Pro-Am kickoff concert
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – 'A Night in the Burg' with Cole Swindell officially kicked off the 2025 BMW Charity Pro Am tournament, Thursday evening.
The concert also featured special guests including the James Radford Band and Gritty Flyright.
It marks the first concert to be held at Fifth Third Park. Many fans said by the turnout Thursday night, they hope there are many more in the future.
'It's amazing,' said Jack McBride. 'Great food, great drinks, you can't go wrong with it.'
Fans travelled from all over the country and arrived to the park as early as noon to grab a front row seat.
Janene Ciotti travelled from New Jersey.
'I can't even tell you how many times I've seen Cole and how many times I've been to a meet and greet,' Ciotti said. 'He's just awesome. I absolutely love him.'
The best part, according to some fans, is how the concert doubles as a charity fundraiser.
'Coming out here and supporting the Pro Am and the organizations they support, it's just an amazing opportunity,' said McBride.
Assistant tournament Director, Judson Conwell, said that over the past 24 years, they have raised over $16 million for their features charities.
He said four of those charities are based in Spartanburg, making this concert even more special.
'I mean I think it's just a monumental celebration for the Spartanburg community,' Conwell said. 'This park getting opened a couple months ago but then having the very first concert and having thousands of people to come together listen to some music and have fun.'
The fun doesn't end here, as Conwell said there is much more to look forward to this weekend.
'Tonight's a very big night but then we have activities Friday, Saturday and Sunday. We have a lot to offer for our 25th anniversary.'
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