MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — The Ruby Summer Concert Series has been selected by the USA TODAY 10 BEST Readers’ Choice Awards program as a nominee for Best Outdoor Concert Series.
The nominees for the Readers’ Choice Awards are selected each year by a panel of travel experts, entertainment journalists, and industry professionals each year.
Each venue nominee is evaluated on the quality of performances, the overall concert experience, amenities, and community engagement. The panel’s selections highlight venues that consistently provide unforgettable entertainment and contribute positively to their local communities. Venues or community members are not able to self-nominate, making the entire process highly competitive.
“After being Best of Morgantown for three years and Best of Mountaineer Country, we are thrilled to be recognized on a national level,” said Vincent Kitch, Arts and Cultural Development Director. “This nomination is a testament to the great performers we present, the support of our incredible community, and the hard work of all our staff.”
The 2025 Ruby Summer Concert Series lineup that kicks June 6 includes the following acts: Chase Matthew, Los Lonely Boys, Dasha, The Village People, Sierra Hull, Deana Carter, Hoobastank, Maddie & Tae, as well as tributes to Huey Lewis and Jimmy Buffet. Opening acts each week are primarily from West Virgina and the tri-state region. The Ruby Summer Concert Series is presented by the City of Morgantown and the Hazel Ruby McQuain Charitable Trust along with a long list of grant makers and local businesses.
Voting begins on Monday, April 14th at noon and ends on Monday, May 12th at 11:59 a.m. The top 10 winners, as ranked by USA TODAY 10 BEST readers, will be announced on Wednesday, May 21st at noon.