This Thursday, May 28th, enjoy an evening with The Cliff Wheeler Band as the 2026 Southport Free Concert Series continues!
The Cliff Wheeler Band came together in 2016 to record a handful of songs Cliff had written. Originally, the group only intended to record their first album as a side project. However, when the recording was completed, the band decided to stay together to perform live. The lineup now features Cliff Wheeler on guitar and vocals, Gary Orlando on lead guitar and harmonica, Garret Wheeler on bass and vocals and Johnny Handy on drums.
Debuting in Nashville, TN at The Local, the first live shows were met with highly positive feedback. This led to the band continuing to perform and record, ultimately causing their music to chart on multiple indie music charts in the US and abroad.
Following “Wheeler”, the band released the albums “To The Bone” and “The Ring” along with numerous singles like “Let Me Down”, “Sober Again” and “Sunshine”. Based out of the small coastal town of Oak Island, NC, the CWB continues to write, record and tour the southern United States.
The City of Southport, in collaboration with Up Your Arts and Cape Fear Radio, is excited to announce the return of the Southport Concert Series for the 2026 season. This year’s series promises an outstanding lineup of musical performances, bringing the community together in the beautiful setting of Franklin Square Park.
The 2026 series takes place on Thursday evenings from 6 PM to 8 PM, running from Memorial Day through Labor Day, weather permitting. Please note there will be no event during the week of the NC 4th of July Festival. The concerts are free and open to the public, welcoming attendees of all ages. Guests are encouraged to bring picnic blankets, chairs, and dancing shoes.
The Southport Concert Series is made possible through the generous support of sponsors and community partners who are committed to promoting arts and culture in Southport. Their contributions create an atmosphere where music thrives, fostering a sense of community.
Thank you to Coastal 523 food truck for joining us for the full season!
2026 Southport Concert Series Schedule:
