With Music in Plymouth celebrating its 40th anniversary, you won’t want to miss this year’s festivities. Mark your calendar for Tues., July 3 for afternoon events at Plymouth Creek Park and an evening of entertainment at the Hilde Performance Center, 35th Avenue and Plymouth Boulevard.

The entertainment lineup begins at 5 p.m. with a variety of local favorites performing, and will culminate in a performance by the Minnesota Orchestra. As part of the 40th anniversary, a second giant screen will be added to bring the performances even closer to the audience. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display choreographed to music.

Children will enjoy face painters and crazy hair, as well as the chance to try orchestra instruments. Concessions will be available and picnic suppers may be brought to the event as well. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or blankets.

Seating/Staking Policy:
Due to underground wiring and sprinkling systems at the event site, a strict policy prohibiting staking and roping off of seating areas is in effect. The site will be closed to the public for event preparation on July 2. Residents will not be allowed to leave blankets, chairs or tarps on the ground until after 7 a.m. on July 3.

Dogs:
For the well being of your pet and the comfort of other people at this well-attended event, please leave your dog at home.

Shuttle Service:
Buses will run to the concert site from West Lutheran High School, 34th Avenue N. and Fernbrook Lane, and from Plymouth Creek Elementary School, Vicksburg Lane and 41st Avenue N., starting at 4:30 p.m. Shuttle service will run throughout the event.

Police will direct cars with handicap plates or permits to designated parking.

In case of rain, modified entertainment and fireworks will be presented at the same location on Wed., July 10 at 7:30 p.m.

The Plymouth Civic League presents Music in Plymouth with the support of the City of Plymouth and Plymouth businesses and residents. Citizens can support the event with a “Friends of the League” membership with a minimum $25 donation. For more information, visit Plymouth Civic League website.