TROY — The city of Troy will host a free concert to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 50th anniversary of the Troy Strawberry Festival.
[DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]
Organized by the City of Troy and several community partners, the concert is modeled after a previous large-scale stadium event held in 2013.
While admission to the show is free, all attendees must register for a digital ticket in advance to gain entry.
TRENDING STORIES:
- Police searching for man accused of using fake ID to withdraw money
- Community gathers to share concerns, learn about data center plans in Shelby County
- Mother arrested after 2 girls found dead in suitcases in Ohio neighborhood
Collective Soul will headline the performance.
The band has sold more than 15 million albums worldwide and earned seven No. 1 singles over a career spanning more than 30 years.
Grand Funk Railroad will open the show as part of the group’s nationwide Still Shinin’ On Tour 2026
Event organizers took inspiration from a previous stadium concert held in Troy in 2013.
The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. at Troy Memorial Stadium.
Gates will open to the public at 6:00 p.m. to allow for entry.
Organizers suggested that attendees visit the Troy Strawberry Festival earlier in the day, before the music begins.
Digital tickets for the free concert will become available on March 18 at noon. Interested attendees can register for tickets at www.troyohio.gov/america250.
[SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
©2026 Cox Media Group
