Warratahs headline Summer Nights concert

The Warratahs will be part of next year's Summer Nights concert.

Next year's Summer Nights concert has been launched this week with national group The Warratahs being named as the headline act for the concert.

Director community services Kate Whareaitu says, "The Warratahs are no strangers to Taranaki and it's great to have them here to perform in Stratford."

Rick Coplestone and Janet Muggeridge will open for The Warratahs.

"Rick and Janet are an incredibly popular duo and are sure to draw a crowd," adds Kate.

The Summer Nights concert is having a slight change in venue, moving to the Ted McCullough Rhododendron Dell.

"We've moved the location to the dell to try it as a venue. It's such a great setting and offers a bit more space than next to the Scout Den."

Market stalls with food and drink will be available, however people are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner. Alcohol is allowed with a picnic but the liquor ban will be enforced from 9pm.

The Summer Nights series will continue with two consecutive movies being played in mid February.

These will take place on Friday, February 17 when the Secret Life of Pets (PG) will play followed by My Big Fat Greek Wedding (PG).

Held at King Edward Park next to the Scout Den, entertainment in between movies will be from group Just Us.

Some food will be available, however families are encouraged to bring a picnic. Alcohol is allowed with a picnic but the liquor ban will be enforced from 9pm.

Kate says both events can take place thanks to the TSB Community Trust who support the events.

Summer Nights the Concert: Saturday, February 11, 5.30pm. If wet, concert will move to the War Memorial Centre.

Summer Nights Movie Night: Saturday, February 17 from 5.30pm.

- If wet the event will be cancelled. For cancellation details please visit Stratford District Council's Facebook page. Like the Summer Nights event page on Facebook for more details.