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Consider the special event application request for Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance’s Levitt AMP Harrisonburg Music Series on Wednesday evenings from July 2- September 2, 2026 (July 2 - Thursday date).
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Presented By: Matt Little, Recreation and Events Manager, Parks & Recreation
Recommendation and Review
Background: This is a 7 date (July 2, 15, 29; August 5, 12, 19; September 2), free, outdoor music concert series in the grassy lot next to Turner Pavilion. HDR was awarded another grant through the Levitt Foundation to host these summer concert series. The concert series will bring the community together through live music. A beer garden will be available during the concert series.
This application was reviewed and approved by the Special Events Committee on April 2, 2026.
The total cost of this event is estimated to be around $2,000 per event day. The event organizer is responsible for payment of applicable charges.
Key Issues:
- PW Support (No parking signage, barricades, sweeper truck)
- HPD Support (off-duty officers)
- Commissioner of Revenue (business licenses, food vendors)
- COI & Endorsement, ABC permit to be submitted prior to event