The Iowa National Guard invites the public to Camp Dodge for the free Summer Concert Series at the Camp Dodge Pool Pavilion, 7105 NW 70th Ave., in Johnston. The Thursday evening concerts run throughout the month of June. All concerts start at 7 p.m. Food trucks will be set up and ready to serve at 6 p.m. Come tailgate and bring your neighbors!

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Food will be available for purchase from several food trucks each night, but coolers/picnic baskets/tailgating are also encouraged. Be sure to bring lawn chairs or blankets!

Visitors can enter Camp Dodge for concerts through either the main gate (at 7105 NW 70th Ave), or the east gate (7700 NW Beaver Drive). Photo identification is required for individuals 16 years of age and older.

All motorcyclists on Camp Dodge are required to wear personal protective equipment consisting of helmet, eye protection, gloves, long pants, long-sleeved shirt or jacket and over-the-ankle footwear. Motorcyclists without the required equipment may park their motorcycles at the east gate turnaround and walk to the pool pavilion (approximately three blocks).

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