FOLSOM — Live music returns to Historic Folsom this weekend as the Rotary Club launches its annual Spring Concert Series, setting the stage for a season of outdoor entertainment ahead of the popular summer lineup hosted later in the year.
The series opens Saturday, April 11, with AKA Live taking the stage at the Zittel Family Amphitheater, delivering an evening of classic rock and funk from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The free community event invites residents and visitors alike to gather along the scenic amphitheater grounds for a night of music, dancing and connection. Saturday’s concert is weather permitting.
Presented by Folsom Rotary, the Spring Concert Series serves as a special, standalone showcase organized by the longtime service club, offering a prelude to the Historic Folsom Summer Twilight Concert Series hosted by the Folsom Historic District Association. While separate in production, the spring concerts help build momentum for the region’s vibrant outdoor music season.
Saturday’s kickoff performance by AKA Live is expected to bring high-energy rhythms and familiar hits, blending genres that span decades and appeal to a wide audience. AKAlive Band, also known simply as AKA, delivers a dynamic live show that spans rock, country, R&B, and alternative genres. Known for their exceptional vocalists and top-tier musicians, the group turns every performance into a full-on party, packed with rhythm, energy, and crowd engagement. Their setlists cross eras and styles, promising something for every music fan and a soundtrack built to get the audience on their feet. With a reputation as one of the region’s most versatile and entertaining acts, AKAlive Band brings a polished performance that consistently energizes audiences and keeps dance floors full.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets, enjoy takeout from nearby Historic District restaurants, and settle in for a relaxed spring evening along the amphitheater.
The Rotary series continues in the weeks ahead with a diverse lineup of performers. Following the opening night, Peter Morgan brings a smooth mix of yacht rock and smooth jazz on April 18, Granite City 909 delivers classic rock favorites on April 25, Hired Mortals take audiences through hits from the ’60s through the ’90s on May 2, and the series wraps up May 9 with G-Ride performing a lively blend of funk and disco.
Each concert is scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Zittel Family Amphitheater, maintaining a consistent, easy-to-enjoy format for attendees throughout the spring.
Free admission and an all-ages atmosphere remain central to the series, reinforcing Rotary’s mission of community engagement and service while providing accessible entertainment for residents.
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