Devon 2020 Season Cancelled

After much deliberation, The Decatur Park District has canceled all events that are part of the 2020 Season at The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater due to the ongoing effects of COVID-19 and crowd restrictions as set forth by our Governor’s Restore Illinois phased re-opening plan. Rentals of The Devon for events following phased guidelines will be considered on a case by case basis.

The Devon is currently working with the performers originally scheduled for 2020 to determine which events can be rescheduled for the 2021 season. For events that are not rescheduled for the 2021 season, refunds will be issued as described.

Season ticket holders and sponsors will have the choice to roll their tickets to the 2021 season, request a full refund, or donate any portion to the Decatur Parks Foundation to support arts programming.

“We want our guests to have the experience they expect when they come to The Devon. With the current restrictions, we don’t feel that we could offer that in the time remaining left in the summer,” stated Mike Wilcott, General Manager of The Devon.

During this time of new beginnings, The Devon is available for rentals keeping in mind the IDPH and CDC guidelines.

With our sights set on 2021, our board and staff look forward to welcoming you back to The Devon with a renewed sense of enthusiasm as the health and safety of our community is restored. The continued patience, understanding and support is appreciated as The Devon works to offer more outstanding experiences in 2021.

If you have any questions, please contact Mike Wilcott at amp@decparks.com or call 422-5911.

 

SHOWS ALREADY RESCHEDULED FOR 2021

May 28 – $5 Friday – 90’s Daughter

June 5 – Leonid & Friends

June 18 – $5 Friday – Captain  Geech & The Shrimp Shack Shooters

June 19 – Dogs of Society: The Ultimate Eton Rock Tribute

June 25 – Oak Ridge Boys

July 4 – River Bottom Nightmare Band

July 10 – The Docksiders

July 16 – Hairball

August 28 – BritBeat

 

To keep up with announcements, follow The Devon on Facebook and subscribe to email updates at www.devonamphitheater.com.

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New Beer and Music Festival Coming to the Devon Amphitheater in May

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A new event is coming to kick off the summer at the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater.

“The Devon On Tap Music and Beer Festival will be 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at the amphitheater’s location at 2686 E. Cantrell St. in Nelson Park. Featuring live music from local Decatur and Taylorville bands, along with beer tasting from local breweries, the event is centered around kicking off the 2020 season at the amphitheater.” Read More at Herald & Review

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Trace Adkins To Perform At Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater In Decatur

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DECATUR — Grammy-nominated country artist Trace Adkins will join the September lineup for the Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater, adding to what general manager Mike Wilcott said has been a successful first season for the venue.

The Decatur Park District, which owns and operates the amphitheater on Lake Decatur in Nelson Park, announced the Sept. 1 addition of Adkins on Monday. The 57-year-old artist has landed more than 20 singles on the Billboard country music charts, including No. 1 hits “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing,” “Ladies Love Country Boys” and “You’re Gonna Miss This.” Other notable singles have included “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk,” “Every Light in the House is On,” “Hot Mama,” “Songs About Me” and “Chrome.”

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2019 Let’s Keep Decatur Bee-utiful Contest Winner: Most Litter Free

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Let’s keep Decatur Bee-utiful is an effort to support and build upon the work already being implemented by many organizations towards the beautification of the Decatur, IL area.

A business’s ‘curb appeal’ sends a message to its customers and patrons. An attractive, clean environment tells its customers that the business owner cares about them and the larger Decatur community.

Our goal with this contest is to highlight businesses who have a welcoming presence and to encourage all Decatur businesses to develop an attractive front to the public.

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Nelson Park Amphitheater To Be Named For Devon Buffett, Wife Of Former Sheriff Howard Buffett

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Nelson Park’s new lakeside music venue will be officially known as The Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater, the Decatur Park District announced Friday during an invitation-only event at the Beach House Restaurant.

Devon Buffett is the wife of Decatur philanthropist and former Macon County Sheriff Howard Buffett, whose foundation primarily funded the construction of the multi-million dollar amphitheater. Mike Wilcott, the amphitheater’s manager, said Howard Buffett wanted to name the facility after her.

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The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater Announces Some Of The Entertainment Already Scheduled – Decatur Tribune

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For those who have been anxiously waiting for the amphitheater in Nelson Park to be complete, some really good news was announced at a news conference Friday. Mike Wilcott, who is the general manager of The Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater (official name is the Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater) told the Tribune that, although many forms of entertainment, and entertainers, are already in the upcoming season’s lineup, more will be added later. Read Article In Decatur Tribune

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The Devon G Buffett Lakeshore Amphitheater Dates, Concerts Announced – Now Decatur

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A partial schedule has been announced for the newly named Devon G Buffett Lakeshore Amphitheater. The $4.25 million amphitheater funded by the Howard G Buffett Foundation is named in honor of Buffetts wife.

The venue is planned to open Memorial Day weekend with show details still being confirmed. The preview of the 2019 season line-up include a variety of national touring, cover, tribute and regional acts. Mike Wilcott, amphitheater General Manager says this venue will improve the quality of life for those in Decatur and Central Illinois.

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