Normandy Park City Manager’s Report for week ending July 2, 2025

Music in the Park returns to Normandy Park in Summer 2025

Our summer concert series begins this Sunday, July 6! From July through August 2025, Normandy Park’s Parks & Recreation department and the Arts Commission are hosting their beloved Music in the Park concert series at Marvista Park. These free, family-friendly events take place every Sunday at 5:00 PM, offering live music and community connection in a relaxed outdoor setting.

Funded in part by 4Culture grants from King County, Music in the Park underscores Normandy Park’s commitment to accessible arts and culture. Past seasons have drawn enthusiastic crowds. One attendee described the 2024 lineup as delivering “world class bands of immense variety.”

Bring a picnic blanket or folding chair, maybe a snack or dinner, and settle in the shade of the park’s mature trees. The vibe is casual and inclusive—perfect for families, neighbors, and music lovers. Just as in previous years, the lineup features theatre performances, adding to the rich variety.

Who’s Performing?

  • July 6 – Eduardo Mendonça (Brazilian Music)
  • July 13 – Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons (American Roots)
  • July 20 – Anzanga Marimba Ensemble (Zimbabwean percussion)
  • July 27 – Wooden O’s free Shakespeare in the Park production of As You Like It
  • August 3 – Chikiri (Taiko Drumming)
  • August 10 – Dysfunction Junction (Bluegrass)
  • August 17 – Klein Party (Klezmer)
  • August 24 – Special Jazz Finale Festival from 3–7 PM featuring three acts:
    • Michael Powers (3 PM, guitar-based jazz)
    • Tim Kennedy Quintet (4:30 PM, straight-ahead jazz)
    • Pony Boy All-Star Big Band (6 PM, 16-piece powerhouse)

This summer’s schedule is crafted to offer a diverse range of musical genres, from Brazilian rhythms and drums to bluegrass, klezmer, theatrical Shakespeare, and culminating in an extended jazz celebration. It’s a jewel in Normandy Park’s summer calendar. A free cultural staple designed to foster community spirit in a beautiful waterfront setting.

This is a perfect opportunity for a Sunday outing with a little music, neighbors, and sunshine—don’t miss out! We will see you in the Park.

If you have any questions about the information above or any other City topic, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov.

“Have a great week!”

Amy Arrington, City Manager
City of Normandy Park
801 SW 174th Street
Normandy Park, WA 98166
(206) 248-8246 (Direct Phone)