Gearing up to rock the Lewisville scene, tribute band darlings The Elton Johns are set to blaze the opening act of the 2024 Sounds of Lewisville concert series on May 7. The music extravaganza, presented by Mosquito Joe, is making a strategic shift to a May-June schedule in an attempt to dodge the sweltering Texas heatwaves – a move that’s sure to be music to the ears of performers and concert attendees alike.

Proclaimed as 2023 People’s Choice Award Winners, The Elton Johns are poised to deliver a stellar performance in Wayne Ferguson Plaza with their grandiose 10-piece band and string ensemble adorned in flamboyant costumes reminiscent of the iconic British pop sensation. The City of Lewisville's website boasts, "Fans of all ages and backgrounds can sing along to the amazing song catalog of one of the top selling artists of all time" – and if that doesn't scream fun night out in the town, what does?

Weekly concerts are slated for Tuesday nights, bracketing your evenings with opening acts from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m., followed by headliners who will take center stage from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. To maximize comfort, attendees can lug around blankets and lawn chairs, and for pet lovers, even your leashed, well-behaved furry friends can tag along. The concert series wraps up on a high note with the DCTA A-train Red White & Lewisville headlined by ESCAPE, the Journey tribute band, on July 2 – culminating in what promises to be a dazzling low-level fireworks display launched from the Lewisville Grand Theater.

The lineup of sponsors reads like a who’s who of local business and civic pride – including the City of Lewisville, Old Town Lewisville, Mosquito Joe, Enviroserve, Blackall Photography, Tstream, The Taylor Stone, DCTA, and CoServ. Seemingly everyone wants a piece of this feel-good community pie. And speaking of community, helping hands are welcome as the city is on the hunt for volunteers to manage the information booth and field questions from concertgoers on select dates.

The eclectic mix of tribute acts spans genres and generations. From the soulful purples of Prince cover band Purple Day to the high-energy Havana NRG! – residents are in for a treat.

As for the venue, Wayne Ferguson Plaza isn't just your run-of-the-mill park. This 1.5-acre urban escape features modern touches like an interactive splash pad, and it immaculately ties together key city landmarks, offering a picturesque backdrop to what’s expected to be rocking good times. For the navigationally challenged, or just those who despise traffic – there's a silver lining. Free public parking is up for grabs along Main and Charles streets, or at Lewisville City Hall, detailed directions are provided, ensuring that the only thing attendees have to worry about is how loud they can sing along to their favorite tunes.