Free Events from the City of New Albany

Building on the success of the City of New Albany’s 2023 Summer Concert Series that featured three performances with an estimated attendance of 900+, we have secured four acts to entertain City residents and visitors. All concerts will take place on select Thursday evenings at the Hinson Amphitheater from 7 to 8:30 p.m. following the New Albany Farmers Market. Concertgoers are encouraged to visit the farmers market and local DORA establishments to purchase food and drink to bring into the amphitheater. The concert series is offered at no charge and open to the public.

Free Summer Concert Series

input-arrow input-arrow June 27 - Parrots of the Caribbean

Parrots of the Caribbean energizes audiences with a blend of Zydeco, Rock & Country and Jimmy Buffett’s biggest songs. Called the “#1 Jimmy Buffett Tribute Act in the Country,” POTC has delighted audiences throughout the U.S. & Canada for over two decades!

input-arrow input-arrow July 11 - Epic Eagles

Journey with Epic Eagles through all the Eagles’ signature sounds, and the timeless music of Don Henley with hits like Hotel California, Desperado and The Boys of Summer. With their high-energy shows, Epic Eagles has earned its place as the finest Eagles tribute show in production today.

input-arrow input-arrow July 25 - Battle of the DJs

In collaboration with the New Albany Dance Festival, we invite everyone to get on their feet and “Just Dance” from 7 to 9 p.m.! The evening begins with line dance lessons from 7 to 7:30 p.m. and then the dance party begins. Our two DJs will play hits from around the world and across the decades as we get “Footloose” in New Albany!

input-arrow input-arrow August 8 - The British Invasion

Called, “the ultimate tribute to 60s British Rock,” The British Invasion covers the music of all the English groups – The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, The Who and more… Join us at the Hinson Amphitheater as The British Invasion takes us on a magical musical tour!

IDEA Panel Initiatives

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New Albany is known for its beautiful neighborhoods, charming Market Square and world-renowned business park…but do you know how we grew from a small farming village to the thriving community we are today? Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of some of New Albany’s most iconic places to learn the who, what, when, where, and why from the City staff, City Council Members and City Board and Commission members who shape our community.

April 23: New Albany Public Service Tour

Join us on April 23 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the New Albany public service complex for a behind-the-scenes tour of the department that makes New Albany better for both residents and visitors every day of the year. New Albany’s public service crews take care of everything from street trees to snow removal, and traffic lights to sanitary sewers. Participants can learn more about our vehicles, equipment, salt barn, solar panels, and composting!

  • Date: Tuesday, April 23
  • Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.
  • Location: 7800 Bevelhymer Rd.

August 28: Business Park Tour

From its groundbreaking in 1997 to present-day construction on the Intel site, the New Albany International Business Park has seen tremendous growth. Join New Albany Economic Development staff on a shuttle tour that includes the history of the business park, design and development standards, plus other interesting facts. Please note this tour requires advance registration* and, due to limited capacity, is available to New Albany residents (222 tax district) only.

  • Date: Wednesday, August 28
  • Time: Three departure times are available – 4, 5 & 6 p.m.
  • Location: Village Hall, 99 W. Main St.

*Registration opens in August.

October 8: Hinson Amphitheater Tour

Making its debut in 2021, the Charleen and Charles Hinson Amphitheater has quickly become an arts attraction in downtown New Albany. The 800+ seat venue has hosted concerts, dance festivals, Juneteenth, and fundraisers since opening its gates. Join us for an up-close look at the amazing structure and a peek of what happens behind the scenes!

  • Date: Tuesday, October 8
  • Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
  • Location: Hinson Amphitheater, 170 E. Dublin-Granville Rd.

New Albany 101 is an IDEA Implementation Panel initiative created with the goal of making local government accessible to all of New Albany’s residents. Information about how to join our boards, commissions and panels, and engage with local leaders will be available at all New Albany 101 events.

input-arrow input-arrow Celebrate Juneteenth

An estimated crowd of more than 500 people came together at the Hinson Amphitheater on June 19, 2023, for New Albany’s first-ever Juneteenth celebration. The event, which was an initiative of the IDEA Implementation Panel, featured music, dance, spoken word, poetry, food trucks and more. But more importantly, it was an opportunity for New Albany to show the rest of Central Ohio how community connects us here!

Make plans to join us on Wednesday, June, 19 at the Hinson Amphitheater for our 2024 Juneteenth Celebration!

 

input-arrow input-arrow Celebrate Diwali

Thank you to the hundreds of people who joined us on November 11, 2023, for New Albany’s first-ever community Diwali Celebration! The event’s vibrant colors, joyful dances, and spirit of togetherness lit up our city during this spectacular festival of lights.

Make plans to join us on Saturday, October 26 for our 2024 Diwali Celebration!