2025 Summer Arts Festival Friday Night Outdoor Concert with Root Down
Venue: Henderson Lawn, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg
Organizations: Root Down, Summer Arts Festival
Date: Friday, June 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Event Types: Music
Cost: Free
Description:
The Summer Arts Festival continues their 2025 Friday Night Outdoor Concert Series with jazz band Root Down on Friday, June 20, 2025 outside at Henderson Lawn on the campus of Virginia Tech.

Root Down is a jazz band based in Blacksburg, VA that often diverges into funk, blues, soul featuring talented local musicians including Justin Craig.

Known for their soulful grooves, tight interplay, and fresh takes on jazz standards, this dynamic local trio brings an inviting, laid-back energy. Whether you're a longtime jazz lover or just looking for the perfect midweek vibe, Root Down Trio sets the tone with smooth melodies, deep rhythms, and plenty of improvisational flair.

Link: https://www.instagram.com/root_down_music/

Admission is free and all are welcome.

Bring chairs or a blanket, a picnic, and settle in for an evening of live music.

In the event of inclement weather, this event will be canceled.

Friday Night Outdoor Concerts on Henderson Lawn are presented by Virginia Tech and the Town of Blacksburg as part of the 2025 Summer Arts Festival.

For more information, visit: https://news.vt.edu/articles/2025/05/sopa-summerartsfestival2025.html or https://www.facebook.com/VTperformingarts or contact Ariana Wyatt at ariana1@vt.edu.
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