Feel Good Fridays Keeps Rolling with Neon 90s Country and Boots & Brews
By Quincy Thompson
After a fantastic kickoff to the 2026 Feel Good Fridays season, Van Wert LIVE is ready to keep the party going this Friday night with another free community concert in Fountain Park. The second concert of the summer series will feature Neon 90s Country Rewind, bringing audiences back to one of country music's most beloved decades with all the hits, energy, and nostalgia that made the 1990s unforgettable. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 12, in Fountain Park.
The excitement doesn't stop with the music. Van Wert LIVE is partnering with the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce as they host their Boots & Brews event in the park throughout the evening. The Chamber has created a special VIP experience tent where attendees can enjoy the festivities while supporting local community initiatives. Together, the two organizations are creating a summer night designed to bring people together in the heart of downtown Van Wert. Van Wert Area Chamber President/CEO Mark Verville said, “We value the partnership we’ve built with Van Wert LIVE and we are excited to work with them again this summer. We will be offering concessions including beer and seltzer for purchase for this concert and hope to host people from all over the area for this great concert.”
Last week's season opener drew more than 2,000 people to downtown. Families, friends, visitors, and music lovers filled the lawn, proving once again that free live entertainment remains one of the community's favorite summer traditions.
"We were thrilled to see more than 2,000 people join us for our opening concert," said Jarin Hart, Executive Director of Van Wert LIVE. "What makes Feel Good Fridays so special is seeing our entire community come together. This week we're excited to partner with the Chamber of Commerce and combine great music, community spirit, and a fun new event experience. We encourage everyone to bring their lawn chairs, invite their friends, and help us keep the momentum going."
Neon 90s Country delivers an authentic tribute to the decade that produced some of country music's biggest stars and most memorable songs. Fans can expect a high-energy performance featuring favorites made famous by artists such as Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn, Shania Twain, Tim McGraw, and many more.
The Feel Good Fridays concert series is made possible through the generous support of the Van Wert County Foundation, helping ensure that quality live entertainment remains accessible to everyone in the community. Concertgoers can also stop by the Van Wert LIVE tent for giveaways throughout the evening, courtesy of swag sponsor Laudick's Jewelry, and participate in the popular 50/50 drawing.
Admission is free, and all ages are welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and arrive early to enjoy both Boots & Brews and a great night of live music under the stars.
To see what is coming up at the Niswonger and the full Feel Good Friday lineup, head to vanwertlive.com. Tickets are available through the Niswonger Box Office, open Tuesday through Friday from 10 AM to 3 PM, by calling 419-238-6722, or anytime online at vanwertlive.com.
