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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Morgantown's Ruby Summer Concert Series ranked among best in America
MORGANTOWN, (WBOY) — Looking to go to one of the best outdoor summer concert series in the country? The free Ruby Summer Concert Series in Morgantown was top-ranked in a recent list. The list of best outdoor concert series to attend this summer by USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards was published on May 21; Morgantown's series was ranked 3rd-best. The free concert series is meant to have something for everyone, from local artists to big-name acts. Located at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Amphitheater along the Monongahela River, the series kicks off on June 6. In recent years, big names including Smash Mouth and Plane White T's headlined the series, and in 2025, The Village People, Hinder, and Hoobastank are scheduled to perform. Some north central West Virginia pools push back opening dates 'We are incredibly grateful to all the fans, both near and far, who took the time to vote for us and who continue to show up year after year,' Vincent Kitch, Director of Arts and Cultural Development for the City of Morgantown, said in a press release. 'Their support is what makes the Ruby Summer Concert Series so special. This recognition speaks to our incredible artists, amazing community, and our entire city staff.' The full Ruby Summer Concert Series schedule is available here. All concerts are held on Fridays with opening acts starting at 7 p.m. Food and beverage vendors will be set up in the park for each concert. The concert series that beat Morgantown's in the ranking were the Somers Point Beach Concert Series in Somers Point, New Jersey and the SummerSounds in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Morgantown free summer concert series to feature Hinder, Village People, Hoobastank
MORGANTOWN, (WBOY) — The City of Morgantown announced the lineup for the 2025 Ruby Summer Concert Series, and it has something for everyone. All 12 concerts are at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Park Amphitheater and are free and open to the public. Each concert will take place at 7 p.m. on Friday nights. The 2025 lineup is as follows: America's AC/DC Tribute – Thunderstruck with The Delaneys – June 6 Hinder with Gene The Werewolf – June 13 Chase Matthew with Huey Mack- June 20 Los Lonely Boys with Matt Mullins & The Bringdowns – June 27 Huey Lewis Tribute- Heart of Rock & Roll with Rick K. – July 11 Dasha with The Bennett Hall Band – July 18 Village People with Eli & The Mojo Kings – July 25 Jimmy Buffett Tribute – Changes in Latitude with Steel Away – Aug. 1 Sierra Hull with The WVU Bluegrass Band – Aug. 8 Deana Carter with Melissa Quinn Fox – Aug. 15 Hoobastank with Corduroy Brown – Aug. 22 Maddie & Tae with The Hobbs Sisters – Aug. 29 Food and beverage vendors will be available. People will be able to come and set up their own chairs starting at 5 p.m. 'Significant downsizing' happening at NIOSH in Morgantown: UMWA 'We are very proud to have over 40,000 visitors, from West Virginia and surrounding states, attend our events each year, making the Ruby Summer Concerts the crown jewel of Morgantown! Thank you to the City of Morgantown, the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust and all our incredible sponsors and grant makers who make it possible for us to provide unmatched entertainment free to residents and visitors alike,' Vincent Kitch, Director of the Arts and Cultural Development Department, said in a press release. Parking will be available at Wharf Street Parking, Pleasant & Chestnut Street Parking, University Avenue & Chestnut Street, and Spruce Street Parking garages. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
