Kool & the Gang Headlines 27th Annual Bank of the West Celebrates America Concert

Get ready for a fantastic “celebration” to kick off the area’s Fourth of July festivities. Kool & the Gang will headline the 27th annual Bank of the West Celebrates America (www.celebratesamerica.com) concert on Friday, June 30 in Omaha’s beautiful Memorial Park.

To open the show, Bank of the West will shine a spotlight on Nebraska musicians: Lincoln’s Emmett Bower Band and Omaha’s The Confidentials. The annual free concert and fireworks show begins at 6 p.m. with the National Anthem by Tech Sgt. Becky Packard from the USAF Heartland of America Band. The fabulous fireworks finale is set for 10 p.m.

More than 60,000 people are expected to attend Bank of the West Celebrates America. Mangia Italiana, Uncle Earnie’s BBQ, Lauren Beth’s Popcorn and Dippin’ Dots will have food and beverages available for purchase. Part of the proceeds will be donated to Children’s Hospital & Medical Center, the concert’s new community partner. Metropolitan Utilities District will provide free water. Limited handicapped parking will be available on Memorial Park’s Circle Drive. Bank of the West Celebrates America is hosted in cooperation with the City of Omaha.