Celebrate 'Summer Nights at the Port' with local bands, beer and food 

Looking for a free, family-friendly concert series? Visit the "Summer Nights at the Port" featuring classic rock act Raucous on Friday, June 27, and tribute act Queen Mother on Friday, July 11. 

Aside from bands, attendees can also look forward to a beer garden presented by Northwest Beerwerks, food trucks and artisan vendors.  

Beer garden proceeds for this year will benefit the work of the Olympia Downtown Alliance for public activities in the capital. 

Food vendors include Taqueria La Esquinita Mexican Kitchen, Sweetlees Ice Cream, The Nom Nom Stop, Bulgogi Hustle, Iced Up and Boogie Beans Coffee Truck. 

“Join us at the waterfront for live music, local flavors, and sunset views!” states the Olympia Downtown Alliance in an announcement about the events.

All live shows are scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. at Port Plaza. There is parking at the Swantown Marina Boat Launch Parking (1210 Marine Drive NE, Olympia). 

The first show of the series was held on June 20 with tribute band ABBAgraphs.