2022 Concert Sponsors
Concert Series
July 4: Faithfully Concert/July 4th Celebration
Monday, July 4, 2022
Concert at 6:30 p.m.
Fireworks at 10:00 p.m.
Schnormeier Event Center
FREE
Ariel-Foundation Park will host Mount Vernon's fireworks on Monday, July 4. The fireworks, expected to start around 10 p.m., will be preceded by activities and concerts at the Schnormeier Event Center.
A tribute and salute to the music of two era-defining bands, "FAITHFULLY" recreates the music of both The Eagles & Journey, covering material from all eras of both bands careers, and are always a hit with fans for their high energy show, spot-on vocals, and superior performance.
July 16: McGuffey Lane
Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.
Opening Act at 6:00 p.m.
Schnormeier Event Center
FREE
An Ariel-Foundation Park Summer Concert Series favorite returns to the stage! McGuffey Lane brings 45 years of high energy country rock, touring with the likes of the Allman Brothers, The Judds, and Charlie Daniels.
August 19: Parrots of the Caribbean
Friday, August 19, 2022 at 7:30 p.m.
Opening Act at 6:00 p.m.
Schnormeier Event Center
FREE
A combination of original tunes, a blend of Zydeco, Rock Country, blues, and Jimmy Buffett jams. An exciting and energetic summertime concert experience!
September 25: Knox County Symphony Children’s Concert
Sunday, September 25, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.
Schnormeier Event Center
FREE
Designed with little ones in mind, this one-hour concert event always has a fun theme to engage and delight children. They are encouraged to dance, wiggle, and come to the stage to check out the instruments and meet the musicians. Some of them will even have the opportunity to conduct the orchestra! Additional activities to be announced.
October 25: MVHS Jacket Jam
Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Schnormeier Event Center
FREE
Join us for one last jam of the season with the Mount Vernon High School marching band! They will play songs from their fall marching repertoire. Bring the entire family for this fun-filled event and celebrate these hard-working musicians. This is quickly becoming a closing concert tradition for the park's concert season.
To reserve a venue or picnic pavilion, click here or call 740-501-9293.
Vision Statement
• Ariel-Foundation Park will be a world class example of adaptive reuse that honors its industrial heritage and is the focal point for recreation, entertainment, and social interaction in Knox County.
Mission Statement
• The mission of Foundation Park Conservancy is to lead and support the economic stability, preservation, development, programming, and promotion of Ariel-Foundation Park in collaboration with the City of Mount Vernon.