Gather on the Green: Go-Go on the Green
Thursday, August 20, 2026
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Ticket Price: Free
Age: All Ages
Happy 90th birthday to DMV legend Chuck Brown! For the final installment of Concord Historic Site’s Summer Concert Series, in partnership with the Go-Go Museum & Café, we’re turning up the volume in honor of go-go music: its pioneers, its cultural power, and its enduring heartbeat in the region.
As the defining sound of the DMV, go-go continues to claim its well-deserved political and historical recognition, marked by the founding of the Go-Go Museum & Café and the official designation of August 22 as “Chuck Brown Day” in Washington, D.C.
Join us for an electrifying evening of rhythm, community, and celebration featuring high-energy performances by New Impressions and Next Generation Krank! Come gather, dance, and pay tribute to the sound that keeps the DMV go-going.
Gather on the Green is a free summer concert series at Concord Historic Site that takes place the third Thursday of each month.
The Next Generation Krank Band (often styled as Next Gen Krank Band) is a rising youth Go-Go band from Washington, D.C., known for energizing the local music scene with classic DMV go-go rhythms, and bringing Go Go to a whole new generation.
New Impressionz is a popular Washington, D.C. area Go-Go and variety band, colloquially called “Half Band Half Amazing”, celebrated for blending traditional go-go culture with diverse genre covers and live recorded projects like Welcome To Crankland.
DJ Baconbear is a DJ based in the DMV, DC-metro area known by many for her effervescent energy and community work. DJ Baconbear is a multi-hyphenate, with a focus on music as a DJ, host, and on-air personality on 93.9 WKYS.
Reach out to Concord.Historicsite@pgparks.com<mailto:Concord.Historicsite@pgparks.com> or call 301-627-8570 for information about becoming a sponsor!
Is there a parking fee?
No, parking is FREE! First row of parking will be reserved for accessibility.
Is there seating?
Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, a blanket, or something to sit on, along with something to create shade such as a covered chair. We recommend wearing hats, cool clothing, and bringing fans to beat the heat. Don’t forget sunscreen!
Is smoking permitted since the event is outdoors?
No, smoking is not permitted. All outdoor parks in Prince George’s County with the Department of Parks and Recreation are smoke-free to promote a healthy environment for everyone. You can read more about it here.<https://www.pgparks.com/despite-july-1-marijuana-legalization-outdoor-parks-in-prince-georges-county-remain-smoke-free#:~:text=June%2027%2C%202023&text=Riverdale%2C%20MD%20%E2%80%93%20Today%20The%20Department,continue%20to%20be%20smoke%2Dfree.>
Can I bring my own food?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your food. We will also have food trucks from local businesses selling food for the duration of the concert.
Will ATMs be available for cash withdrawal?
No, ATMs are not available on-site.
Is this event suitable for children?
Yes! This event is open to all ages.
