Published: 7/31/2020 10:38:44 AM
Atlas Fireworks presents a double header of live music followed by a spectacular fireworks display at Drive-In Live on Aug. 7 and 8.
On Friday, Aug. 7, the music of The Grateful Dead will headline the evening’s festivities and Saturday, Aug. 8, will feature the music of Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers.
Folks in the Mondadnock region are undoubtedly familiar with the annual Jaffrey Festival of Fireworks, and know Atlas puts on a spectacular show. Atlas has been captivating audiences with unparalleled displays for over 60 years. Each and every Atlas display is designed by an experienced pyrotechnic artist that combines both creative and scientific methods to create a truly magical experience for their client. This commitment to excellence has earned Atlas a reputation of providing the finest displays in the industry.
A Grateful Jam will take to the stage before the fireworks show on Aug. 7, featuring Zach Nugent (formerly Jerry Garcia Band) and Tony Markellis (Trey Anastasio Band). On Aug. 8, Won’t Back Down, America’s utmost authentic Tom Petty tribute act, will flawlessly recreate the sound of Tom Petty’s music all while preserving the integrity of the finest Tom Petty concert. Each live and in person concert will be followed by a massive fireworks show from Atlas. Tickets are also available for ‘fireworks only’ for Atlas double header weekend.
This Saturday, Aug. 1, Drive-In Live welcomes New Hampshire’s own junk rock superstars Recycled Percussion to the Cheshire Fairgrounds in Swanzey, for two shows at 3 and 8 p.m. New Hampshire’s own Chaos & Kindness crew will bring their drumming/comedy/music show seen on America’s Got Talent, Las Vegas and the Super Bowl. This is New Hampshire’s only live and in-person Recycled Percussion shows.
Pink Talking Fish takes the stage Friday, July 31 at 8 p.m.
Drive-In-Live also announced this week three new performances to its line-up for the month of August with Guster performing on Saturday, Aug. 15 for two performances, 3 and 8 p.m.; Badfish – A Tribute to Sublime on Friday, August 21 at 8 p.m.; and Martin Sexton on Friday, Aug. 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets for all shows are on sale now.
Located just outside Keene, Drive-In Live will take place every Friday and Saturday until Oct. 10 in the south parking lot of the Cheshire Fairgrounds, adhering to the state guidelines for drive-in movie theaters and all best safety protocols set by the CDC. Social distance drive-in theater guidelines set by the State of NH will be enforced. Attendees purchase one ticket per mid-sized vehicle. Cars will have two parking spaces and will be parked in a staggered fashion for un-obstructed sightlines. Attendees will be able to bring lawn chairs and sit, or dance, in the empty spot to the left of their vehicle.
Tickets for Drive-In Live range between $60 and $169 per vehicle. More info, tickets, and guidelines can be found online at www.drive-in-live.com. Drive-In Live is produced by M.E. Productions.