Cohoes Announces ‘Rock the Block’ Summer Concert Series

More cities and towns are planning outdoor concerts for 2022. We can add Cohoes to that list. The city has announced the return of their 'Rock the Block' series that will take place on Thursday nights over the course of eight weeks. The concerts begin in June.

Here are all the confirmed acts:

The Refrigerators, June 18

A staple on the Capital Region party scene

Big Sky Country, June 23

Performing your country favorites

Tusk, June 30

Fleetwood Mac tribute

That 80's Band, July 7

Everything from pop hits to new wave

Aquanett, July 14

80's rock tribute

Skeeter Creek, July 21

One of the Capital Region's favorite country acts

Hammer of the Gods, July 28

Led Zeppelin tribute

Berkstar, August 4

Funk, groove, R&B, and soul

All concerts are free and held on the state in Canal Square at 72 Remsen Street.

No outside coolers will be permitted. Alcohol must be purchased on site. Food trucks will also be there. The city recommends bringing your own lawn chair, and get there early if you want a seat up close.

All shows begin at 6:30 and run approximately two hours. More info can be found on the official Rock the Block website or Facebook page.

Colonie announced their summer concert lineup back in April. Those shows will take place at the Crossings.

More concerts from around the Capital Region are expected within the next few days.