Tunes Days in the Township

Call for bands

Are you a local musician looking for an opportunity to share your talent? We invite your application to perform at out outdoor evening Summer Concert Series at the Amherstview Amphitheatre in Loyalist Park! Applications will open January 20 at 8:00 a.m. and will close March 28 at 11:59 p.m.

All concerts will take place at the Amherstview Amphitheatre in Loyalist Park on the second Wednesday of the month between May and August. Performers must provide an uninterrupted 90-minute show starting at 6:00 p.m.

Before submitting your application, please read the information below.

Artist/Band Application Form

Eligibility

Submissions are open to local bands from Loyalist Township and neighbouring municipalities.
Bands must comprise three or more musicians

Selection criteria

Applications will be evaluated by a Selection Team made up of Township staff.
Selection will be based on artistic merit and potential for wide audience appeal.
Bands performing in all genres are encouraged to apply.
Selected bands will be contacted for scheduling upon acceptance.

Logistics

All concerts are held outdoors on the grass - there is no stage available.
Vehicles are not permitted to park on the grass. Parking is limited but curbside parking is available.
Adequate power is available for use.
Concerts are weather dependent and at the discretion of Loyalist Township.
Bands agree to work with the Township to find an alternative date if the concert is postponed due to inclement weather.

Musician/Band conditions and responsibilities

Provide, set up and clean up PA systems, instruments (including backline) and a sound technician (if required).
Provide an uninterrupted 90 minute show starting at 6:00 p.m.
Ensure that set-up is complete by 6:00 p.m. to begin the performance.
Provide family friendly live music for the 90 minute concert.
Agree to perform, regardless of the weather, unless the concert is cancelled by Loyalist Township.
Provide all necessary information for payment including insurance.
Provide a certificate of insurance with $2 million in commercial general liability with Loyalist Township added as an additional insurer.
- If you do not have this, insurance can be purchased for approximately $30 per day through the Township. Just let us know and we will be happy to help.

Remuneration

Band payments are based on the number of performers. Remuneration ranges from $300 up to $575 (plus HST if applicable)

Application

Please complete the application form if you are interested in being considered for a concert.
Applications open January 20 and close March 24 at 11:59 p.m. for the 2025 series.

Contact

For more information, contact the Heritage, Culture and Tourism Division at events@loyalist.ca.

2025 Summer Outdoor Concert Series

Grab a lawn chair, a blanket and your dancing shoes and join us this summer for free live music at our TuNes Day in the Township summer concert series!

All concerts will take place at the amphitheatre in Amherstview located at Loyalist Park, along Amherst Drive and will be free of charge.

Concerts are weather dependent. In the event of a cancellation, a sign will be posted at the concert location and an announcement made on our social media.

people enjoying music outside