CONTRIBUTED BY UPTOWN COLUMBUS
COLUMBUS, GA. —
Uptown Columbus is ramping up its fall event season which means the return of the Friday Night Concert Series sponsored by Georgia Power. Starting Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, area residents and visitors are welcome to head to Broadway to experience a free concert that is sure to start the weekend off right. The series will run five consecutive Fridays with each show starting at 7 p.m.
Throughout the series, attendees will experience a variety of genres and entertainment. From touring tribute bands to local musicians, the Uptown stage will offer a great variety of tunes. Concerts will be held every Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m. and will be on the 1000 block of Broadway Sept. 8, 15 and 22, then will move to the 1100 block of Broadway on Sept. 29. The final concert on Oct. 6 will be held on the 1200 block of Broadway. The concerts are family-friendly and free to the public so make sure to bring your children and spread the word with friends that every Friday night, Uptown is the place to be.
The Columbus State University Coca-Cola Space Science Center is a proud sponsor for the fall series and will be on site weekly with different activities and giveaways. Closing out the series will be the Columbus State University Homecoming parade and concert on Oct. 20. Stay tuned for more information regarding this event.
UPTOWN COLUMBUS FALL 2023 LINEUP
– Sept. 8: Mike Jerel
– Sept. 15: Relative Sound at 6 p.m.; Departure: The Journey Tribute Band at 8 p.m.
– Sept. 22: Jonboy Storey
– Sept. 29: RiverCity Horns
– Oct. 6: Skylar Saufley and the 99th Degree
– Oct. 20: Columbus State University Homecoming Parade and Concert Nearby restaurants will offer food and beverages for sale. Free parking is available in nearby public decks. Of course, lawn chairs are welcome. Outside coolers are prohibited and pets are discouraged due to loud noises and crowds. To stay up to date on all things Uptown, sponsorship opportunities and spring events, visit the website, www.alwaysuptown.com, follow Uptown Columbus on Facebook or give it a call at 706-596-0111.
