Kernels announce Concerts and Entertainment dates

Cedar Rapids, IA - Opening Night is only two months away and the Kernels are gearing up for a great 2012 season with a series of pre and post-game concerts this season.

Orchestra Iowa returns to Perfect Game Field on Saturday, May 26th featuring Jeans N' Classics and performing the music of the Beach Boys. The very popular Midwest Dueling Pianos return to perform during five games this season on May 31st, June 14th, July 19th, August 16th and September 3rd.

As part of the Freedom Festival, the band Arch Allies will perform before the game on July 4th. For you country fans, 8 Seconds Band will perform a post-game concert on July 21st. And, the Cedar Island Band returns as part of Jimmy Buffett Night on August 11th with a post-game concert.

The 2012 season sees the return of several national entertainment acts including The Zooperstars on May 27th; Skyy Dogs USA on June 10th and 11th; The Russian Bar Trio from Quebec on July 8th; and RALLY Entertainment on August 26th.

2012 season ticket packages and 10-game coupon books are on sale now at the stadium, or by calling the Kernels at 363-3887. Individual game tickets go on sale Monday, March 19th at 10 am and fans may purchase them a day early by coming to the 5th Annual Spring Fling on Sunday, March 18th from noon to 4 pm at Veterans Memorial Stadium.

The 2012 Kernels arrive in Cedar Rapids on Monday, April 2nd and the first chance to meet the new team is on Tuesday, April 3rd as part of 'Meet the Kernels Night' from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. The Kernels open the 2012 MWL season on the road at Wisconsin on Thursday, April 5th.