Remember when every summer Thursday felt like the weekend was already starting? That’s the energy Y2K Kids Band brings to Elmwood Park this August. This is the kind of night where the setlist moves from Britney to OutKast to The Killers without missing a beat, and the crowd never sits down.
It’s a downtown park show with a permanent stage, open lawn, and the kind of sound setup that makes every chorus hit harder. Doors open at 6pm on Thursday, August 13th, and the vibe is pure 2000s radio meets club night meets singalong energy.
Show Details
Y2K Kids Band takes the stage at Elmwood Park on Thursday, August 13th, 2026. Doors open at 6pm. The show happens on the park’s outdoor performance stage at 706 S Jefferson St in downtown Roanoke. This is a standing and lawn seating event, so bring a blanket or low-profile chair if you want to post up early. Space fills fast for popular shows, and this one pulls the kind of crowd that knows every word.
About Y2K Kids Band
Y2K Kids Band is a six-piece 2000s cover group built to move between pop hits, rock anthems, hip-hop verses, and dance floor bangers without losing momentum. Shannon Remley and Ray Hartsfield share lead vocals and bring the range to cover everything from Beyoncé to Panic! at the Disco. Ray also handles guitar, while G K Via takes lead guitar duties and Doug Grabowski locks in the bass and backing vocals. Rob Bowser adds keyboards and synths to fill out the pop and R&B textures, and Mike Graci drives the whole thing forward on drums and electronic percussion. The lineup covers the full 2000s spectrum, from TRL countdowns to late-night club rotation to mall-era rock radio.
What You Will Hear
Expect the kind of night where you might hear “Yeah!” by Usher, “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers, “Single Ladies” by Beyoncé, “Hey Ya!” by OutKast, “Since U Been Gone” by Kelly Clarkson, “SexyBack” by Justin Timberlake, “Misery Business” by Paramore, “Hot in Herre” by Nelly, and “Toxic” by Britney Spears. The setlist pulls from pop, hip-hop, alternative, R&B, and dance without sticking to one lane for too long. It’s the kind of mix that kept flip phones glowing on the walk home from the club and car stereos cranked on summer nights.
About the Venue
Elmwood Park is a downtown Roanoke green space that turns into a high-energy concert venue when the stage lights go up. The permanent outdoor performance stage faces an open lawn where crowds gather for concert series and citywide festivals. The compact downtown layout makes the sound feel immersive, and the park’s location puts you within walking distance of restaurants, breweries, and parking garages. It’s the kind of venue where the energy stays tight and the crowd stays engaged from the first song to the last.
Plan Your Night
Arrive early to claim a good spot near the stage or spread out on the lawn before it fills. Bring a blanket or low-profile chair since seating is informal and space goes fast. Consider parking in a nearby downtown garage and walking in, especially if street closures are in effect for the event. For the latest details on doors, tickets, and logistics, check the official event listing through the City of Roanoke or Elmwood Park’s event calendar. This is a Thursday night show that feels like Friday, so plan accordingly.