Levitt AMP Woonsocket - Terrance Simien w/ High Planes

Join us at beautiful River Island Art Park in downtown Woonsocket for Week 9 of the Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series!

August 15 brings the energy of Louisiana to Woonsocket with Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience and opening act High Planes, hosted by MC Marlon Carey.

Get ready for a night of dancing, food, family fun, and community connection!

The Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series is FREE and open to the public. Come ready to eat, dance, and have a great time! Bring a friend and something to sit on.

🎶 SCHEDULE

6:00pm – Opening Act: High Planes

7:00pm – Intermission

7:30pm – Headlining Act: Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience

See the full concert schedule at: https://levitt.org/amp-woonsocket-ri/

ABOUT TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE

Two-time GRAMMY Award winner Terrance Simien has been tearing up stages for over 40 years with his infectious blend of Creole, Cajun, blues, and roots music. With accordion in hand and his band The Zydeco Experience behind him, Simien creates a high-energy celebration of Louisiana culture that leaves audiences dancing in the aisles. His concerts are more than performances—they’re unforgettable parties filled with soul, rhythm, and the spirit of Zydeco.

ABOUT HIGH PLANES

High Planes brings lush Americana harmonies and indie-folk instrumentation to the Levitt stage. Their dynamic sound and heartfelt lyrics create a rich, immersive live music experience that’s both intimate and electrifying.

🍴 FOOD VENDORS

• Del’s Lemonade

• The Lobster Lover

• Nessa’s Snack Shack

🎨 COMMUNITY PARTNERS & VENDORS IN THE PARK

• Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island

• PosiGen

• Rob Roy Academy – Free back-to-school haircuts

• Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative (#WoonsocketROCKS project)

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Concert Location & Parking Info:

RIVER ISLAND ART PARK

River Island Art Park is located at 85 Bernon Street, Woonsocket RI. The park offers plenty of open grass for seating and is right along the beautiful Blackstone River.

Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to the open lawn concert setting. All ages are welcome, and admission is FREE.

Free parking is available at municipal lots throughout the city.

For inclement weather updates, check this Facebook page for the latest information.

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The Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series is made possible by the generous support of NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley, the City of Woonsocket, the Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative, and O-N Radio Worldwide

PRESENTING SPONSOR: The Levitt Foundation

GRAMMY LEVEL SPONSORS ($2500+): Navigant Credit Union, Olly’s Pizza, RISCA, River Falls, Sonia Lindsey Giving Fund, Woonsocket Head Start

ALBUM LEVEL SPONSORS ($1000+): Beacon Charter Schools, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Complete Site Solutions, J B Liquors, Milford Federal Bank, Nationwide Construction, NeighborWorks America, Papitto Opportunity Connection/Leadership RI, Senators Murray & Thompson, Representatives Phillips, Casey & Brien

EP LEVEL SPONSORS ($500+): Apex Technology Group, Bank Newport, Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, Boys & Girls Club of Northern Rhode Island, Mitson Law Associates, Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, Neighborhood Property Management, PosiGen, World Insurance

DEMO LEVEL SPONSORS ($250+): Andreoni Law Offices, Bally’s Twin River Casino, Buxton Hollow Farm Natural Products, Lamagna Law Offices, Mancieri Real Estate, Mayor Christopher Beauchamp, Oak Street Health, Pineda’s Outdoor Living, Woonsocket Teachers Guild

FRIENDS OF LEVITT ($25-$249): Bob & Jane Bouchard, Carol Nasuti, Clarisse Dexter, David DiPardo, Meg Rego, Nancy and Raymond Benoit, Nancy Giambusso, Timeless Antiques, Vision Associates

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The Levitt AMP Woonsocket Music Series is supported in part by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, which partners with change makers and nonprofits across the country to activate underused outdoor spaces through the power of free, live music—bringing people together, fostering belonging, and invigorating community life. Presenting high caliber talent and a broad array of music genres and cultural programming, Levitt concerts are welcoming and inclusive destinations where people of all ages and backgrounds come together.

In 2025, the Levitt Foundation is supporting 650+ free concerts in 50+ towns and cities with a total audience of nearly 1 million people. In addition to supporting free concerts, the Levitt Foundation is dedicated to advancing equitable music ecosystems through research and partnerships. www.levitt.org

Host or Publisher NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley