This summer, it seems as if there are unlimited venues when looking to catch a musical concert in the Orlando area. The theme parks have their summer concert programs (Universal’s Summer Concert Series, Epcot’s Sound Like Summer Concer Series, SeaWorld Summer Nights) and places a little further away also feature live music for tourists and local residents (Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards for example). This Thursday, July 14 the residents and visitors to Sanford, Florida will enjoy Red, White & Bluegrass as part of the City’s Alive After 5 event. This event isn’t just for summer though; it is a monthly year round party.

Every second Thursday of each month, the City of Sanford open’s its streets to thousands of people to experience live music, food and drinks in an event named Alive After 5. Designed to introduce and re-introduce residents, tourists and local visitors to what Sanford has to offer, the downtown streets fill up with artists, vendors, bands and guests. Rain or shine, this event takes place promoting Sanford’s historical tastes and culture with thousands showing up to enjoy.

Each month has a different theme geared towards attracting different demographic groups of attendees. With the patriotic holiday all wrapped up, July’s theme carries on with “Celebrate America: Red, White & Bluegrass” as July’s Alive After 5 theme. It gets started around 5 pm and usually wraps up near 8pm.

Looking for a dinner & show in Orlando this Thursday? Look no further than the downtown streets in Sanford. Bluegrass music is sure to provide a great show and participating vendors such as Christo’s and Hollerbach’s will provide dinner. Admission is only $7 and includes many savory samples of food, beer and wine, PLUS a chance to WIN the $100 door prize! Alive After Five was the 2009 Orlando Sentinal Best Kept Secret winner, however, now the word is out. It is still a good bet if you’re looking for a show and dinner this Thursday after 5.