2025 Party at the Pier lineup revealed

SANDUSKY — Local officials believed they've struck the right chords in terms of landing wide-appealing acts for concerts this summer. For the fifth consecutive year, organizers — those with the Greater Sandusky Partnership, Sandusky's government and the Lange Trust of the Sandusky Library —brought back the highly successful Party at the Pier series with the 2025 lineup revealed on Thursday. In the past, Party at the Pier ran separately from the Lange Trust's concert series, both occurring at Jackson Street Pier and offering similar family-friendly entertainment acts. But, for 2025, they came together, uniting and collectively rebranding as the 2025 Party at the Pier + Lange Trust Summer Concert Series. People of all ages are invited to attend 11 free shows — including three in a row spanning the Fourth of July holiday — occurring from the waterfront space in downtown Sandusky. They largely feature tribute bands recognized nationwide, including those dedicated to Fleetwood Mac, the Foo Fighters, Pat Benatar, Elton John and others. All shows are slated to start at 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Shows on Friday, July 4 and Saturday, July 5 will also begin at that time. "This year's series kicks off on June 12 and features a dynamic mix of tribute performances, high-energy acts and three days of music and fun around the Fourth of July," according to an event statement. 2025 concert schedule Here's a look at this year's Party at the Pier summer lineup schedule. All shows begin at 7 p.m. on Thursdays from Jackson Street Pier, 233 W. Shoreline Drive, unless otherwise noted: • June 12 — Rumours, a tribute to Fleetwood Mac, sponsored by Loris Printing • June 19 — Bradd Marquis, a tribute to Sam Cooke, sponsored by the Lange Trust • June 26 — Heartland, a tribute to Michael Stanley, sponsored by Firelands Auto Group • July 3 — The Pack Drumline, sponsored by the Lange Trust • Friday, July 4 — Firelands Symphony Orchestra • Saturday, July 5 — Independence Encore with DJ Chosen • July 10 — Back & Forth, a tribute to Foo Fighters, sponsored by LEWCO & LogistiQ • July 17 — Invincible, a tribute to Pat Benatar • July 24 — The Kinsman Dazz Band • July 31: Elton Rohn, a tribute to Elton John, sponsored by Stack Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric • Aug. 7: The Menus, sponsored by Shores & Islands Ohio Speaking up Several people involved in the planning process offered some insight into this summer concert series: "Every year, we hear this is a highlight for folks and a staple of a Sandusky summer. Experiences like this — live music, sunsets over Sandusky Bay and a community that comes together week after week — are what make Sandusky such a special place to call home." — McKenzie Spriggs, senior director of Destination Management at the Greater Sandusky Partnership "The Lange Trust of the Sandusky Library appreciates partnering to present free concerts on the Jackson Street Pier. The Lange Trust strives to bring talent that will enrich the lives of our Erie County residents." — Sarah Prout, chair of the Lange Trust of the Sandusky Library "The concerts on the pier have become a summer tradition in Sandusky. As we mark five years since the reopening of the renovated Jackson Street Pier, we're proud of how it has become a hub for community events." — John Orzech, Sandusky city manager Full concert details and the poster can be found by visiting facebook.com/downtownsandusky.