Know Before You Go: Killer Queen Will Rock You In New Lenox

NEW LENOX, IL — Internationally known Queen tribute band Killer Queen will bring the sounds of the iconic rock band to the New Lenox Commons on Saturday, July 26.

The fifth show in the Village's Summer Concert Series, Killer Queen is known as the longest established worldwide Queen tribute. They are the first tribute band to have played and sold out the same arenas as Queen, according to their social media.

The band formed in June 1993, their biography reads. Patrick Myers is the Killer Queen front man, assuming the role of the legendary Freddie Mercury on hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Another One Bites the Dust," "Somebody To Love," "Radio Ga Ga" and "We Will Rock You."

Their first public shows were at London University, following in the footsteps of the real Queen who had played their first shows there 22 years earlier. By 1995 Killer Queen's UK popularity had grown to such an extent they secured a residency in London's Strand Theatre, attracting nationwide BBC coverage as the first tribute band to have a show in the West End. Find out more in their biography.

The July 26 show is followed up on Aug. 16 by multi-platinum recording artist and Emmy Award winner Andy Grammer will play, with hits such as "Honey, I’m Good," "Keep Your Head Up," and many more. Tickets still remain.

Need-to-Know Times For July 26

• 5 p.m.: Shuttle service begins
• 5:30 p.m.: Gates open
• 6 p.m.: Cornerstone Special Needs Drumline (opening act)
• 7 p.m.: TBA (opening act)
• 8:30 p.m.: Killer Queen (1 hr. 40 min.)

Food and Drink

Food and beverages, including alcohol, will be available for sale at the show. Patrons must be at least 21 years of age to purchase alcohol. Drink tickets, which are available for sale on site for $6, must be used for all alcohol purchases (one ticket = one beverage). Drink ticket sales are cash only, and an ATM is available on site. Drink tickets are only valid at the concert at which they are purchased.

• Auntie Anne's
• Creamery
• Drew's Dogs
• Firewater BBQ N Brew of New Lenox, Inc.
• Grounded Coffee Bar
• Joey's Red Hots
• Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
• Rosati's Pizza
• Smokin' Z BBQ
• Tom Kelly's Chophouse & Pub

Parking

Limited parking is available at the Village Hall south lot (1 Veterans Parkway), the New Lenox Public Library (120 Veterans Parkway), Old Plank Trail Community Bank (280 Veterans Parkway), and Trinity Services (301 Veterans Parkway).

Additional free parking is available at the Route 30 Metra station, located at 201 N. Prairie in New Lenox. Access to the venue is provided via a free shuttle service that runs continuously throughout the event. Shuttles drop off in the Village Commons at the corner of Veterans Parkway and Gear, near Gate 1.

Accessibility

Accessible parking is available at the New Lenox Police Department's administrative lot, located to the southeast of the building. Patrons then have the option of being transported to the concert entry gate via golf cart. Limited accessible parking spaces are also available in the Village Hall south lot and the New Lenox Public Library lot.

Entrances

There are two entrances to the Performing Arts Pavilion. The first (Gate 1) is located at Veterans Parkway and Gear, near the front of the Village Hall. The other entrance (Gate 3) is located in front of the New Lenox Police Department.

Gate 3 offers an accessible entrance, providing a separate, designated entry for those who need assistance to their seat. This is the closest entry to the accessible parking as well as being the closest entry to the venue's designated accessible seating, which is located in front of the concession stand and is accessible via sidewalk.

Location

The Performing Arts Pavilion is located at 101 Veterans Parkway in New Lenox. From Interstate 80, exit at Route 30 and head east. Approximately one mile down, turn right onto Veterans Parkway.All seating at the Performing Arts Pavilion is general admission lawn seating. Accessible seating is reserved in front of the concession stand and features a flat, concrete surface that can be accessed via sidewalk.

What To Leave At Home

The following items are prohibited: video/audio recording devices, professional cameras and cameras with detachable lenses, pets (excluding service animals), outside food or beverages, tables, wagons, and umbrellas. Small, empty, soft-sided/collapsible coolers are permitted. All bags are subject to search. Blankets and lawn chairs are permitted.

Reminders

The show is rain or shine, and once you leave, you can't come back. Children ages 8 and under are admitted free and must be accompanied by an adult. Smoking is prohibited.