Downtown Greensboro Kicks Off Summer Concert Series

Chairmen of the Board to headline opening night of expanded TowneBank Summer Concert Series at First National Bank Field.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:37am

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Downtown Greensboro Inc. is bringing back its popular TowneBank Summer Concert Series, with a lineup that expands beyond the usual beach music to include a variety of genres. The series will kick off on April 30 with a performance by the classic soul and beach music group Chairmen of the Board, followed by four additional concerts featuring other local and regional acts.

Why it matters

The concert series is part of a broader effort by Downtown Greensboro Inc. to draw people into the city's core, keep them there for a while, and encourage them to visit nearby restaurants and businesses. By widening the musical lineup, the organizers hope to attract a more diverse crowd and keep the event feeling fresh.

The details

The TowneBank Summer Concert Series will take place at First National Bank Field, home of the Greensboro Grasshoppers baseball team. Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and the music will start at 6 p.m. each night. Tickets are priced at $15 for a single show or $50 for the full five-concert package, making the event accessible to a wide range of attendees.

  • The concert series will kick off on April 30 with a performance by Chairmen of the Board.
  • Additional concerts are scheduled for May 15 (Camel City Yacht Club), June 4 (The Shakedown), June 18 (Sleeping Booty), and June 25 (The Finns).

The players

Chairmen of the Board

A classic soul and beach music group that was founded in the 1960s and is known for hits like "Give Me Just a Little More Time" and "Chairman of the Board." The group continues to perform despite the passing of its original frontman, General Norman Johnson, in 2010.

Downtown Greensboro Inc.

The non-profit organization responsible for organizing the TowneBank Summer Concert Series and other events aimed at bringing people into Greensboro's downtown area.

Rob Overman

The interim director of Downtown Greensboro Inc., who says the goal of this year's concert series is to widen the musical lineup beyond the usual beach music to attract a more diverse crowd.

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What they’re saying

“The idea is to widen the tent – keep the beach music that people expect and love, but add in other genres to draw in a broader crowd and keep things feeling fresh.”

— Rob Overman, Interim Director, Downtown Greensboro Inc.

What’s next

The TowneBank Summer Concert Series will continue with additional performances by Camel City Yacht Club, The Shakedown, Sleeping Booty, and The Finns through the end of June.

The takeaway

By expanding the musical lineup for its popular summer concert series, Downtown Greensboro Inc. is aiming to attract a more diverse audience and keep the event feeling fresh, all while continuing to draw people into the city's core and support local businesses.