• Presented by Excelsior Morning Rotary

  • Presented by Excelsior Morning Rotary
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  • Presented by Excelsior Morning Rotary

Let’s Eat, Drink and Dance!  ​

​Located on the banks of Lake Minnetonka in Excelsior Commons Park — Concerts in the Commons combines everything we love about summer in Minnesota. Live music, great food and drinks, and sunsets over the water.
 
This year, the FREE concert series will include eight concerts on Wednesday nights between May and September. These concerts bring together people of all ages in a fun way that also helps raise money for a new bandshell in the park. The efforts are led by the Excelsior Morning Rotary Club and the City of Excelsior. 

2019 Concert Schedule

September 18 (new date)
G.B. Leighton
June 5
Chris Hawkey
June 19
Pandora's Other Box
July 17
Church of Cash
July 31
Belfast Cowboys
August 14
​Daisy Dillman Band
August 28
Chase & Ovation
September 25 (new date)
​Lamont Cranston

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

The Concerts in the Commons are made possible through the generous contributions of local businesses.
If you are interested in getting your name in front of thousands of people through the Concerts in the Commons, please email us.

Concert Info

PARKING: There is metered parking available along Lake Street which borders The Commons park (these spots tend to fill up early on busy nights).

Or reserve your spot in advance using Spot Hero — the nation’s leading parking reservation app. The money raised by parking fees at these local organizations’ lots will be donated to the new bandshell!  

To reserve your parking spot, visit The Commons SpotHero Parking Page and book your spot today. New to SpotHero? Click here to download the SpotHero app. Questions? Contact SpotHero at (844) 324-SPOT (7768).
 
FOOD & DRINK: Bring your friends and family to the park for dinner before or during the concert. Food trucks will be available at each concert starting at 5pm. These trucks will serve a variety of food. Checkout our Facebook page for updates on the specific trucks that will be serving food each night. Food vendors will be contributing a portion of their sales for the bandshell project.
 
Cold beverages will be for sale starting at 5pm. Beer, wine, soda and water is available for purchase. We encourage you to purchase these items at the concert as another way to help support the efforts to build a new bandshell in the park. No outside alcohol is allowed, per city ordinance.

Please note EVERYONE needs a valid ID to purchase alcohol, no matter your age. Please plan to bring a valid driver's license or passport to get a wristband that allows you to purchase alcohol.
 
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Are Credit Cards Accepted? Yes

Will Bands Perform Rain or Shine? Poor weather conditions may impact the concert schedule. A decision will be announced no later than 4pm on the day of the concert if things will be rescheduled. This information will be on our website as well as our Facebook page.
 
When does the music start and stop? Music will start each night at 7pm and end around 9pm.

​Can I bring my own food/beverages? We will have a variety of food and beverages available for purchase. We encourage you to support these vendors who are also helping to support the fundraising efforts for the new bandshell. No outside alcohol can be brought into the park, per city ordinance.
Can I bring a chair? Absolutely! Bring your favorite chair or blanket and find a comfortable spot on the lawn to enjoy a great evening of music.

Will there be an ATM? There is not an ATM at The Commons Park. However, several businesses in downtown Excelsior have ATMs. All food and beverage vendors can accept credit cards.
 
Where is Lost & Found? If you lost or forgot something at the park, please email us with a description of what you are looking for. You can also contact the Public Works Department from the City of Excelsior.
 
Are pets allowed? Yes, leashed pets are welcome at the concerts. We ask you to be a responsible pet owner and follow the rules the City of Excelsior has established.
 
Who is organizing these concerts? The Excelsior Morning Rotary Club is a service-focused organization. One of our goals is to raise money so it can be given away. Our club has 75+ members ranging in age from 25-80. Guests are always welcome to enjoy a free breakfast and learn more about the club at its weekly meeting on Wednesdays at 7am at Maynards in Excelsior. Visit excelsiormorningrotary.org for more info.
 
How can my band be considered to be a part of next year’s concert series? Please email us with your contact information and a link to your website. We will make decisions in late 2019 for our concert series in 2020.
 
Who can I contact for more information? We are a volunteer-run organization. Please email us with any questions you may have. We will connect you with the right person to answer your questions.
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Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.
 
We provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill, and peace through our fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.
 
The Excelsior Morning Rotary Club has been established for more than 20 years. One of our goals is to raise money so it can be given away. Our club has 75+ members ranging in age from 25-80. Guests are always welcome to enjoy a free breakfast and learn more about the club at our weekly meeting on Wednesdays at 7am at Maynards in Excelsior. Visit excelsiormorningrotary.org for more info.