CARMICHAEL, CA (MPG) - The Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association returns to its annual Carmichael Park Community Band Festival at Carmichael Park Amphitheater, located at 5750 Grant Ave., on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1.

With 18 bands and ensembles, this is one of the largest community band festivals in California for more than 30 years.

A different band will play every hour on the hour from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 31 and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 1.

Bring the entire family, a picnic, lawn chairs, a sun hat and enjoy two afternoons of free music.

The festival is free to attend, with no tickets required. Parking is also free and the event is open to all ages.

For more information, visit the event website at www.svsba.net.

This festival is proudly sponsored by the Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association and the Carmichael Recreation and Park District.