Summer Nights Concert 2024

Summer Nights, Stratford’s free annual celebration of summer is back on for 2024, in the picturesque King Edward Park.

Get up and dance at our concert on Saturday 10 February: Local Taranaki talents Mitch and his Guitar and The Mara will get us grooving to the sound of summer.

Kicking off at 5pm, you won't want to miss this epic evening of music.

5.00pm - Mitch and his Guitar

The legend that is Mitch and his Guitar will kick off our Summer Nights concert with soulful acoustic tunes. Mitch has something for everyone including covers from all our favourite summer jams plus his own original music too! If you like a bit of Ed Sheeran, Passenger and Zach Bryan – we know you’ll love listening to Mitch and his Guitar!

6.15pm - The Mara

The Mara weaves a vibrant tapestry of musical influences, fusing Latin American, Middle Eastern, and African beats into a symphony of sonic exploration. Rooted in the infectious Kiwi summer vibe, their performances are a celebration of diversity and unity, igniting an urge to move and groove. We recommend you come prepared for dancing!

Kai/food options

Food will be available to purchase at the event, including Pizza Pirates and The Silo food trucks plus Mr Kool and the Lions will be doing a sausage sizzle.

You can also bring a picnic from home!

Getting there

Parking is available at Stratford Primary School (gold coin donation) entry from Regan Street via the first driveway before the school - follow the signs.

Parking is also available on local streets and at the War Memorial Centre car park.

There is dedicated accessibility parking along Brecon Road on Saturday between 12.00pm and 8.00pm.

What can you bring

• Umbrellas and chairs, but we ask that you consider others when setting up so that everyone can have an enjoyable experience.
• A picnic if you don't wish to purchase food at the event.
• Alcohol, but please drink responsibly - this is a family friendly event.

Thanks to our sponsors TET and TOI Foundation for helping make this community event possible.