Joy and Madness at Concerts in the Park

Friday, May 3, 5pm, Cesar Chavez Plaza, no cover

Joy and Madness perform at 2017 Concerts in the Park.

Joy and Madness perform at 2017 Concerts in the Park.

PHOTO COURTESY OF DOWNTOWN SACRAMENTO PARTNERSHIP

Music

Friday, 5/3

Emotions in the park

Cesar Chavez Plaza, 5pm, no cover

As the weather gets warmer and the sun agrees to hang out longer, Concerts in the Park return to downtown. You’re invited to join in the music, the beer and the food trucks, and while you may not have received a formal invitation on flowery stationary, consider this your official summons to the park. Kicking off the season is Joy and Madness, a CIP staple. They’ll be coaxing funky soul sounds out of their horns, cooking up a feast of metaphorical eggplant Parmesan for the whole crowd to enjoy. Simple Creation, Heather Evans and DJ Eddie Z will also set the musical tone, and Ashton Bohm will paint. Welcome to the season of outdoor music. 910 I Street, godowntownsac.com.