Riverside Park - La Crosse
How It All Started...
Become a "Moonie"!
Moon Tunes, now in its 14th season at Riverside Park in La Crosse, WI, offers a free Concert Series to the public. This event raises donations and awareness for the stunning bandshell renovation and other park amenities.
Friends and families can bring their lawn chairs, beverages and snacks and hear music from some of the greatest musicians in our area for free. The Valley View Rotary does pass around donation buckets at intermission for a goodwill donation, if you'd like to give.
Theme concerts are prevalent throughout the Series and there are always surprise performances that just happen on stage as we celebrate summer in God's Country!
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Thanks to the musicians, concert goers, businesses, sponsors and countless volunteers who make Moon Tunes what it is today!
The Bandshell Story
According to co-founder Terry Bauer, Moon Tunes was created to help build this beautiful bandshell. Terry was also Co-Chair of the La Crosse Bandshell Consortium.
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The simple 1930s Modern design shows skyscraper-influenced towers. The bandshell, or amphitheater, was dedicated to the memory of Wendel A. Anderson, former mayor and founder of the city's park system.
The newly renovated La Crosse Bandshell at Riverside Park was built with special materials local to our area. Six whole oak trees behind Mondovi Dairy Systems in West Salem were used as part of the structure for the new Bandshell.
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“We have a history in La Crosse of logging along the Black River with saw mills. So, it ties into historic downtown La Crosse. It’s going to be illuminated at night, and it’s going to be a jewel in Riverside Park,” said Bauer.
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The renovation was completed in 2020.
Feel The Vibes!
Enjoy a memorable night at Moon Tunes with your family and friends! Our Summer Concert Series features a wide variety of music, showcasing talented musicians who entertain large crowds each year.
parking & seating
There are many options for parking around Riverside Park. Choose from Parking Ramps or the nearby parking lot areas that are set up for area Fundraising efforts for School programs. A nominal parking fee is charged and the funds go to their programs and projects.
seating
You are welcome to bring your own lawn chairs to set up near the bandshell area. There is plenty of room and a great way for larger groups to set up their own area to enjoy the music.
There are a few rows of metal seats near the stage area. These are permanent seats and availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
bicycle parking
We have an area close to the Moon Tunes Stage where you can park your bicycle and enjoy the concert.
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Very secure and we thank Smith's Bike Shop and Beer By Bike Brigade for coordinating the bicycle parking area.
food & drinks
You are welcomed to bring your own carry-in food and drinks. We ask that you clean up your area before you leave and drink responsibly.
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We do have food trucks on site each week and they are very popular! Each offers unique menu items and specials.
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Drinks are offered at the food trucks and beer from Pearl Street Brewery.
donors & supporters
Donors
We couldn't put on Moon Tunes without all our great Sponsors! We have been so enriched with business support over the past 11 years, that we've been able to offer this free Summer Concert Series to all our Moon Tune Fans and Performers!
Supporters
There are SO many Supporters of Moon Tunes that help us out behind the scenes. Many people don't know about all they do. We do, and we can't thank them enough for their dedication, passion and love for making Moon Tunes the best experience it can be for everyone!
