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Saturday, May 17
at Mauch Chunk Opera House
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Bill Miller
(Concerts/Events)
With influences ranging from Roy Orbison to Bob Dylan, Bill Miller is a two-time grammy winner.
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Jim Thorpe
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Saturday, May 17
at St. Mark's Episcopal Church
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Spring Concert
(Performances)
The Bach and Handel Chorale will perform selections from Jeremiah Clarke, Handel, and Bach. The concert will feature the chorale, soloists, and a festival orchestra.
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Jim Thorpe
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Saturday, May 17
at Asa Packer Park
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Jim Thorpe Birthday Celebration
(Festival)
The Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce sponsors this 12th annual weekend party in honor of the great Native American athlete James Francis Thorpe.
Activities and performances include: folklore by Don Wild Eagle Wuebber and family, Native Nations Dance Theater, a Chinese auction, craft and food vendors train rides and other attractions.
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Jim Thorpe
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Sunday, May 18
at Asa Packer Park
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Jim Thorpe Birthday Celebration
(Festival)
The Jim Thorpe Chamber of Commerce sponsors this 12th annual weekend party in honor of the great Native American athlete James Francis Thorpe.
Activities and performances include: folklore by Don Wild Eagle Wuebber and family, Native Nations Dance Theater, a Chinese auction, craft and food vendors train rides and other attractions.
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Jim Thorpe
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Saturday, May 24
at Penn's Peak
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Tantric, Framing Hanley, Fosterchild
(Concerts/Events)
A night of rock including ex-Fuel drummer Kevin Miller and his new band Fosterchild, Nashville's Framing Hanley, and Tantric hot off the release of its new record, The End Begins.
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Jim Thorpe
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Saturday, May 24
at Mauch Chunk Opera House
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Punch Brothers
(Concerts/Events)
Enjoy a night of bluegrass and traditional music with former Nickel Creek leader and mandolin player, Chris Thile.
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Jim Thorpe
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Thursday, May 29
at Penn's Peak
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Richard Marx
(Concerts/Events)
80s pop star Richrd Marx, who is best known for his Grammy winning song, "Dance With my Father," makes his debut and the Peak.
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Jim Thorpe
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Friday, May 30
at Penn's Peak
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Blackfoot, Nazareth featuring Manny Charlton
(Concerts/Events)
Southern rockers Blackfoot known for its hits "Highway Song," and "Baby Blue" team up with Nazareth known for its mega-hit, "Love Hurts."
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Jim Thorpe
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Saturday, May 31
at Mauch Chunk Opera House
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Richie Havens
(Concerts/Events)
Known for his beautiful, raspy voice and memorable Woodstock performance, Richie Havens is a pop-music legend.
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Jim Thorpe
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Sunday, June 01
at Penn's Peak
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The Wailers
(Concerts/Events)
Bob Maryley's right hand men Aston Barret and Elan Atias keep the Wailers' tradition alive and jammin'.
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Jim Thorpe
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Friday, June 06
at Penn's Peak
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Larry Gatlin and The Gatlin Brothers
(Concerts/Events)
Rasied as a gospel music fanatic, Larry Gatlin has written songs recorded by such legends as Johnny Cash and Elvis.
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Jim Thorpe
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Saturday, June 07
at Mauch Chunk Opera House
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Dr. George Fiore
(Concerts/Events)
George Fiore, the well known pianist and conducter has performed with the Seattle Symphony, Bellevue Philharmonic, and the Cascade Symphony.
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Jim Thorpe
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Friday, June 13
at Penn's Peak
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Yonder Mountain String Band
(Concerts/Events)
One of the fastest rising touring bands in the country, Yonder Mountain is known for its live shows and its ever-changing set list.
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Jim Thorpe
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