The Oak Brook Park District brings its summer concert series to a new venue in 2024, beginning July 11 and continuing each Thursday evening through Aug. 8. The concert series began in 1982 and is moving this year to the new Oaks Amphitheater at 1315 Kensington Road, which is located on the former McDonald’s property that was purchased by the park district with funds from a successful 2018 referendum.
“The new area is much more conducive to concerts, said Robert Pechous, the park district’s director of recreation & communications. Pechous said the new venue has a sloped grass lawn, parking and accessibility have increased, and new indoor restroom facilities are near the amphitheater. A picnic pavilion with new concessions is also at the location.
Laure Kosey, the park district’s executive director said the summer concert series is a beloved tradition that brings the community together. “We are excited to offer an outstanding line-up of musical acts this year and look forward to seeing friends and families enjoy these wonderful summer evenings in our beautiful Central Park,” she said. All concerts are free to the public, and performances will begin at 6:30 p.
m. The July 11 concert will also include the new Oaks Amphitheater ribbon cutting. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be rescheduled to a later date.
The weather hotline is (630) 645-9553. There are paved areas for ADA seating, and concert-goers are asked to bring their own chairs and blankets to sit on.