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For Immediate Release

Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation Announces Spring 2022 Lineup of Showstopping Concerts

DESTIN, FLORIDA (January 19, 2022) - On Thursday, April 21, 2022, the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) kicks off the 2022 Spring Concerts in the Village series with the showstopping MJ LIVE, direct from Las Vegas featuring Jalles Franca, one of the top Michael Jackson tribute artists in the world! The highly-anticipated season includes pop icon, Taylor Dane; fan favorites, Sister Hazel; and the Music of Led Zeppelin featuring Sinfonia Gulf Coast. 

"For 27 years, the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation has been at the forefront of providing arts entertainment and education to Northwest Florida. The annual Concerts in the Village is no exception and we are thrilled to announce this year's incredible lineup of guest artists," stated MKAF CEO Demetrius Fuller. "The revenue generated from these events enables us to provide the highest quality of arts education and community engagement throughout Okaloosa, Walton and Bay Counties. Thank you to all of our season sponsors, community partners, and members! If you are not yet a member, please consider joining." - Demetrius Fuller, CEO, Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation


2022 Season MKAF Concerts in the Village | Destin, FL 

Enjoy a night under the stars at the most beautiful outdoor music venue on the Emerald Coast. Bring a bottle of wine, your favorite craft beer, some delicious snacks, and a blanket or chair. Food and drinks are available for purchase!


Throughout the Spring concert season, concert-goers can expect exciting performances from an incredible lineup of artists. 


Thursday, April 21, 2022 | MJ LIVE (Vegas Show)

Thursday, April 28, 2022 | Naturally 7

Thursday, May 5, 2022 | Shania Twin (Shania Twain Tribute)

Thursday, May 12, 2022 | Yacht Rock Revue

Thursday, May 19, 2022 | Six Piece Suits

Thursday, May 26, 2022 | Taylor Dayne

Thursday, June 2, 2022 | Alter Eagles

Thursday, June 9, 2022 | Sister Hazel

Thursday, June 16, 2022 | Sinfonia Gulf Coast Performing the Music of Led Zeppelin

Thursday, June 23, 2022 | Boogie Wonder Band


Gates open at 6 PM with concerts beginning at 7 PM for this come-as-you-are family-friendly outdoor concert series. Bring a lawn chair, picnic, wine, or purchase food and beverages on-site prepared by featured restaurants and food trucks.


Purchase tickets online at 
MKAF.org/events. General admission varies per concert. Children (12 and under), and MKAF members are free. Those interested in becoming an MKAF member can learn more at MKAF.org. Children 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All sales are final; sorry, no refunds. Pets, tables larger than two feet, and drones are not permitted. A limited number of VIP tables (provides a reserved table and seating with admission for up to 8 guests) are available. Those interested in sponsoring the 2022 MKAF season, please call 850-650-2226 for details. 

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Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation
4323 Commons Drive W, Destin, Florida
Phone: (850) 650-2226
www.mkaf.org


About Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation

The Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (MKAF) is a non-profit arts organization comprised of members, volunteers, and community partners building the foundation of arts and culture in the community. Since its inception in 1995, MKAF has inspired more than 337,800 children in over 75 schools and partner agencies. Through its community education initiatives ArtsReach, programming serves K-12 students, at-risk youth, people with disabilities, and the military population with visible and invisible injuries. As a presenting organization, MKAF has showcased its Concerts in the Village each season where the Southeast United States’ most vibrant performing artists and bands perform to more than 15,000 patrons annually. More than 100 artists convene each year for the Destin Festival of the Arts, which is one of the preeminent arts festivals along the gulf coast. MKAF has partnered with multiple regional non-profits and the school districts in the communities that it serves to ensure access to the arts for all.

For more information on MKAF events, community ArtsReach programs, volunteering, or investing in the arts, visit online at MKAF.org or call (850) 650-2226 to get involved. 


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