Get ready for fabulous food truck fare and foot-stomping fun as The Promised take the stage in Town Centre Park on Friday, August 4, as part of Coquitlam’s free Summer Concert Series.
COQUITLAM, B.C., August 2, 2023 – Get ready for fabulous food truck fare and foot-stomping fun as The Promised take the stage in Town Centre Park on Friday, August 4, as part of Coquitlam’s free Summer Concert Series.
The Promised – A Harmonious Fusion of Roots, Country and Rockabilly
The Promised will heat up the Community Plaza stage in Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park from 7 – 9 p.m. with two 45-minute sets showcasing their harmonious fusion of roots, country and rockabilly, a sound that has won them critical acclaim and captivated audiences.
Following the release of their first single “We Could Be in Love” in 2019 The Promised has been featured in TV shows and nominated for three BC Country Music Association awards. Their tight harmonies and a powerful sound will draw you into the stories of their songs, making them a must-see act for music lovers of all tastes, including those new to country music.
Get in the groove before the show by listening to The Promised.
Fill Your Belly While You Fill Your Soul
As of 6 p.m., there will be four amazing food vendors onsite serving up delicious treats that go perfectly with the sounds of summer:
- Roasted Revolution: From butter roasted corn on the cob, to chili and cheese baked potato, there is something for everyone at this fan-favourite food truck.
- Rocky Point Ice Cream: Since opening a tiny summer ice cream shop kiosk in 1997 to now having three locations and their small batch ice cream sold across the lower mainland, enjoy a classic summer treat while taking in the cool sounds of summer.
- Shameless Buns: Get shameless with Vancouver’s funkiest Filipino inspired food brand as it continues its huge success of showcasing flavours in creative and delicious ways.
- BAK’D Cookies: Check out these large, gooey, delicious gourmet cookies made with high-quality ingredients and ever-improving techniques that some have called the best cookie in Vancouver.
Getting to the Concert Car-Free
Consider going car-free by walking, biking or carpooling. Town Centre Park is also easily accessed by public transit, including SkyTrain to Lafarge Lake-Douglas Station or one of the many bus stops around the park.
If you are planning to drive, check out our real-time digital parking counters before you go so you know which lots have the most spaces available.
Save the Date – 2023 Summer Concert Series Wraps up on September 1
This year’s Summer Concert Series of powerhouse performers will wrap up on Friday, September 1 on a bold note with two-time Western Canadian Music Award winner Krystle Dos Santos. Food vendors for the final concert will be: Gary’s Kettle Corn, Japadog, Gordo’s Concessions and Rocky Point Ice Cream.
Visit coquitlam.ca/SummerConcerts for the full event details and performer bios.
Tell us About Your Summer Concert Experience
If you attended any one of our summer concerts, complete our event survey for a chance to win one of three $50 Coquitlam Centre gift cards. The survey will be open until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, September 15. The feedback provided helps us know what you would like to see for future concerts, as well as ways we can improve the experience for attendees.
Support the Corporate Partners That Support Coquitlam’s Free Concert Series
Coquitlam's Corporate Partners program builds relationships with the business community and provides revenue to enhance City events, programs and services. For information, visit coquitlam.ca/CorporatePartners or email CorporatePartners@coquitlam.ca.
Presenting Partner and Event Survey Partner: Coquitlam Centre
Situated on 57 acres of land in the heart of the Tri-Cities, Coquitlam Centre features over 930,000 square feet of visually dynamic retail on two spacious levels. Architecturally stunning with the region’s most impressive collection of anchors and boutique brands it is the only shopping centre in Metro Vancouver offering Hudson’s Bay, London Drugs, Sport Chek, T&T Supermarket, UNIQLO, H&M, Aritzia, Sephora, lululemon, Atmosphere, Golf Town, Walmart and Best Buy all in one convenient location. For more information, visit CoquitlamCentre.com.
Event Partner of the August 4 and September 1 Summer Concerts: Morningstar
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Media contact
Wondy Chan
Cultural and Community Event Supervisor
City of Coquitlam
604-927-4386
FestivalsAndEvents@coquitlam.ca