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Esther Short Park is the place to be this summer!

Come meet your neighbors, bring the kids, and experience the joy of free entertainment in the heart of Vancouver! All these concerts and movies are free and all are welcome! This summer of entertainment is brought to your by a variety of dedicated sponsors. If you have questions about the summer concerts or movies, please contact Cara Cantonwine, Program & Event Coordinator, at 360-487-8630 or events@ci.vancouver.wa.us

Riverview Six to Sunset Concerts

Presented by: Riverview Community Bank

5 Guys Named Moe - July 9

Patrick Lamb Band - July 16

Swingline Cubs - July 23

Norman Sylvester Band - July 30

The Beatniks - August 6

Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts - August 13

• Concerts 6 pm to 8 pm.
• Food Vendors include: Chewy's Really Big Burritos, Daisy Maiz, For the Grill of It, Humdinger Kettle Korn, Jo Foody Catering, Kristen's Sweet Delights, Maui Wowi, Papa Murphy's, TC's Ice Cream, Teriyaki House, The Field Kitchen, and Tommy O's Aloha Cafe.

Terry Lee, Attorney Noon Concerts

Vancouver Pops Orchestra - July 8

Justin Klump - July 15

Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer - July 22

Rising Violet - July 29

Key Of Dreams - August 5

Misty Mamas - August 12

• Concerts are Noon to 1 pm .
• Food Vendors include: Chewy's Really Big Burritos, Daisy Maiz, For the Grill of It, Jo Foody Catering, Maui Wowi, TC's Ice Cream, and Westy Dogs.

Movies at Esther Short Park

Presented by: Dr. Bonny Lund (Presenting), Terry Lee, Attorney (Supporting)

Twilight – PG-13 - July 3

Journey to the Center of the Earth in 3-D – PG - July 10

The Goonies – PG - July 17

• Food vendors at the Movies:
  • Kidz with Ice (assorted snacks)
  • TC’s Ice Cream
  • Maui Wowi (Smoothies & Hawaiian Coffee)
  • Papa Murphy’s (Pizza)
• Movies start at Dusk (approx. 8:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
• Movies will be canceled or rescheduled if it rains.

Movies at Haagen Park

Presented by: Dr. Bonny Lund (Presenting) and Terry Lee, Attorney (Supporting)

The Tale of Despereaux – G - July 24

Indiana Jones & the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull – PG-13 - July 31

LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park is located off NE 136th Ave., north of NE 9th St. across from Winco.)

Link to a map to Haagen Park

• Food vendors at the Movies:
  • Kidz with Ice (assorted snacks)
  • TC’s Ice Cream
  • Maui Wowi (Smoothies & Hawaiian Coffee)
  • Papa Murphy’s (Pizza)
• Movies start at Dusk (approx. 8:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
• Movies will be canceled or rescheduled if it rains.