Edward said he is not worried about the weather this year.
In its 23rd year, the philosophy for this year's concert is "the people, places and personalities that have created Rotorua's iconic music history", Edward said.
He said people could expect a far greater range of local content this year, as the trust found "local people want to see local artists".
The theme is Waiata Mai #pastpresentfuture and will celebrate the music of Rotorua through the decades, paying homage along the way to those who have gone before, while also looking ahead to what lies in the future.
For the first time in the show's history the concert has pre-choreographed dancing for the musical performances prepared by Turanga Meri to.
Three dance troupes from around the central North Island will perform.
Twelve months of planning has gone into this year's event and Edward says as soon as tomorrow night is over, he will get straight into planning Lakeside 2020.
There will be controlled entranceways this year, with fencing around the entire event.
The concert is family-friendly so people are asked to take a small amount of alcohol - there will be bag checks at the entrance ways for excess alcohol.
Police had one key message for the public, 'have fun but stay safe'.
In a statement, Rotorua area commander Inspector Anaru Pewhairangi said a number of police officers would be working at the concert as was standard procedure.
"We hope that everyone enjoys their night, looks after each other and has a great time."
He said police were working closely with Lakeside organisers and Rotorua Lakes Council to ensure the event was safe.
There will a large number of road closures today as a result of the concert.
From 6am to midnight, Whakaue St, Memorial Dr, Lakefront Dr and Tutanekai St will all be partially closed.
From 3pm to midnight, parts of Fenton St, Pukaki St and Hinemaru St will also be closed.
Edward asked that concert-goers brought low chairs and were mindful of others.
In order for the fireworks display to take place, people need to be seated or stationary to avoid any accidents, he said.
No glass is to be taken in to the event and unaccompanied minors or people wearing patches will be denied entry.
Lakeside 2019 Waiata Mai #pastpresentfuture details
When: Today, from 4.30pm, main show starts 7pm
Where: Rotorua Village Green
Cost: Free outdoor concert with ticketed reserved seats at the front
Line-up
Mark Williams
The Koi Boys
Suzanne Lynch
Yandall Sisters
Daniel Nathan
Krissie Knap
Jamey Ferguson
Jack Grace
Elisha Hulton
Atutahi Potaka-Dewes
Hinerongonui Kingi
Dance Central
Lakes Performing Arts Company
Drury Lane
Leon Wharekura - artistic director/artist
Rewa Ututaonga -artistic director/artist
Turanga Meri to - choreographer
Howie Morrison Junior - MC/artist
Tom Poata - MC
