Summer’s about to get a soundtrack in Johnson City — the Lakeside Concert Series is back on the calendar, folks. Mark it down: every Thursday from May 29 through June 26, you can sprawl on the lawns of Winged Deer Park and soak in some local tunes. This annual serenade by the water, brought to you by Parks and Recreation and presented this year by the ever omnipresent Xfinity, offers up free melodies from 7 to 9 p.m., cementing itself as a seasonal staple.
“We are excited to announce the dates of our Lakeside Concert Series and have Xfinity come on board as the presenting sponsor,” David Compton, Parks and Recreation’s Community Engagement Specialist, said in a statement by Johnson City which is really no surprise given that the promise of good music, picnic blankets and a summer vibe tends to pull the community together like kids to an ice cream truck. Starting Monday, those curious about the lineup can play the refreshing game on social media as acts are announced daily on the department’s feeds.
Xfinity’s part in all this isn’t just backing up the bills, they see it as a community cheerleader routine: “We are proud to be part of the 2025 Lakeside Concert Series, a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our community and enjoy great music in the beautiful surroundings of Winged Deer Park,” Courtney Durrett, Manager of External Affairs at Comcast, mentioned in a statement obtained by Johnson City…