There is something unique about the summer: the energy, the warm nights, and the live music almost anywhere you go. Crowds come from across the country to see their favorite artists, which can only mean one thing: it’s event season. From rooftop concerts to outdoor comedy specials, the warm-weather months bring an incredible lineup of experiences that bring people together in the most memorable ways.
Looking to plan something spectacular? This guide covers everything you need to know about summer concerts and events.
You can ask anyone, and they’ll say the same thing: summer is when live entertainment truly comes alive. During the months of June through August nights become longer, temperatures rise, and audience attendance peak.
Live events generate billions of dollars in economic activity each summer, from ticket sales, and merchandise, to food and beverage sales. This isn’t the only reason to host summer events. Audiences will hold these memories for the rest of their life and want to come back year over year.
Key Reasons Summer Events Thrive:
● Longer days, providing increased hours of light and more versatile scheduling opportunities
● School breaks can offer larger and more diverse audiences, from families to college kids
● Outdoor venues become fully accessible and often offer plenty of space for large audiences
● Festival culture drives social media engagement and ticket sales
Warm nights offer a new environment to enjoy live music and allow fans to enjoy music in larger spaces with larger sound systems. There is nothing quite like feeling the bass of your favorite musician in your chest. The open air and increased production offer enhanced experiences that often aren’t feasible in winter months. Acts like Filosophy and Trey Schafer can offer audiences unique musical experiences, while DJ Hot Girls Love House and DJ Allyn can hype crowds up for a night they’ll never forget.
What Makes an Outdoor Concert Unforgettable:
● A diverse artist lineup that matches audience preference and energy level
● A unique venue with character and fun attributes
● High quality sound and production to offer fans a full sensory experience
● In-depth planning to ensure logistics are solidified and smoothed over
Degy Entertainment specializes in booking you the right talent for your event. Explore our major acts and roster to find the perfect talent for your next outdoor concert.
The best summer events can go beyond music, yet audiences still look for a unique and memorable experience to attend on their days off. Unique acts like FREE DAPS or Kate Sisk are sure to make audiences laugh, and Paint U or UV Glow Party will be sure to make the event unforgettable.
Popular Non-Music Acts:
● Comedians
● Dance Parties
● Variety Acts
● Experiences
● Drag Shows
Degy Entertainment has the experience to find you talent to fulfill any event needs and will help you through the entire event planning process. Contact the Degy Team to start planning what your next event will look like.
A great summer event doesn’t happen by accident, and instead is the result of careful planning and strategic booking. Below is a checklist for planning your next event so that it finds the success it deserves.
Summer Event Planning Checklist:
● Lock in your venue and show date early for easier planning
● Book your entertainment 6-12 months in advance to ensure you have the talent you want at the best rate
● Understand your audience and the goals of the event to ensure the best experience for all
● Create a plan B and C for unexpected weather events
● Develop a multi-media marketing strategy to reach your intended audience
● Partner with a professional talent agency to navigate logistics, riders, and contracts
Need help navigating the process? Fill out our intake form and we can help you find the right talent, book with ease, and we will handle the rest!
Whether you are looking for a musician or a unique event for audiences to enjoy, here at Degy Entertainment we have you covered! From talent management and booking to full event support, we bring the expertise, relationships, and passion to every project we’re a part of!
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Ready to bring your summer event to life? Let's create something unforgettable, contact Degy Entertainment today!