The rock and alternative band DeNovo is set to perform as the seventh act in Tooele's annual Fridays on Vine summer concert series this Friday, July 31. The free event, hosted by the Tooele City Arts Council, will take place at Tooele City Park from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Summer Concert Series Details
According to the Tooele City Arts Council, the upcoming performance marks the seventh concert in the 2026 summer series. The event is scheduled to be held at the Pratt Aquatic Center Park, located at 55 N 200 W in Tooele. As part of the community's seasonal tradition, the council encourages attendees to bring their own chairs or blankets to enjoy the live music in the park.
Tooele City officials confirmed that the concert is free to attend and is designed to be an all-ages experience. In addition to the live music, local food and refreshments will be available. The Crazy Chicken food truck is scheduled to be on-site for the show, and the Ritz Theater will be selling water, popcorn, and candy to attendees.
Professional Band Profile
DeNovo, a rock and alternative band based in Sandy, Utah, is known for delivering high-energy, polished performances. The band's repertoire focuses on a broad range of music, with a particular emphasis on 80s and 90s rock hits to ensure appeal across a diverse audience. The group is described by the Tooele City Arts Council as providing an electrifying experience that pulses with adrenaline.
According to the band's professional profile on The Bash, the group is composed of seasoned professionals, including attorneys, business leaders, restaurateurs, and technology consultants. This professional background contributes to what the band describes as a seamless and dependable execution for event planners. The band's membership includes individuals who understand the operational expectations of various venues, ranging from municipal celebrations to private gatherings.
Musical Versatility and Services
The band's versatility allows them to perform for a wide array of clients. According to DeNovo's official social media, they function as a corporate and family-friendly cover band capable of playing private parties, government meetings, corporate events, family gatherings, seminars, and conventions.
Their musical style is categorized by their ability to perform timeless rock classics alongside modern favorites. While their upcoming Tooele performance focuses on rock and alternative music, their professional services include playing as a wedding band, a 90s band, a classic rock band, or a top 40 band. The Bash notes that the group is available for travel up to 485 miles and typically starts their service rates at $1,300 per event.
Summer Season Highlights
The DeNovo performance follows a diverse lineup of musical acts that have headlined the Fridays on Vine series throughout the summer of 2026. The series has featured various genres, including country, classic rock, and even a ZZ Top tribute act.
Earlier in the season, the series hosted groups such as Exit 99, a local country group formed in 2011, and Andrea Sharp and Timeless Country, a duo featuring an eight-time USA Songwriting Award winner. The summer schedule also included the Americana artist Alex Elggren, the ZZ NATION tribute band, the Shane Lee Band, and the classic rock group Rewind, which is composed of local Tooele County musicians.
Community Impact
The Fridays on Vine series remains a central part of Tooele's summer programming, providing free community entertainment at the Pratt Aquatic Center Park. The upcoming July 31 concert by DeNovo continues the tradition of bringing high-energy, professional musicianship to the local community in an all-ages environment.
Upcoming Schedule
As the summer season progresses, the Tooele City Arts Council will continue its programming, with the next scheduled performer following DeNovo being the pop and rock group Exit Strategy on August 7.
