Gonzo’s Nose Is Back—and Tarara Is About to Throw One More Giant Party
- Rusty Foster
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Clear your Saturday night plans, gather your favorite people, and prepare to dance—because Gonzo’s Nose is reuniting at the Tarara Summer Concert Series this Saturday, August 29.
And this is not just another concert.
Gonzo’s Nose now performs only once or twice a year, making every appearance a special occasion. Add the fact that this is the Final Encore season at Tarara, and Saturday becomes one of those nights you simply cannot recreate later.
Because this time, “We’ll catch them next year” is not an option.
A Setlist Built for Singing, Dancing and Losing Your Voice
Gonzo’s Nose has spent decades perfecting the formula for an unforgettable party: take the biggest songs from different eras and styles, add incredible musicianship and electric stage presence, and keep the energy moving from the first note to the last.
The band describes the experience as
“a blast from the past combined with recent hits, faithfully reproduced so that you will want to sing and dance along.”
Translation? Expect to recognize song after song, sing louder than you planned, and suddenly discover that the dance floor beside Shadow Lake is exactly where you belong.
Whether your playlist leans toward classic rock, pop, dance music or newer favorites, Gonzo’s Nose delivers the kind of upbeat, dynamic show that brings everyone into the party.
Stay Until the Very End—Trust Us
We asked the band which moment always gets the biggest reaction.
They mentioned the crowd photo opportunity near the end of the show—but they also teased an encore that audiences absolutely love.
What song is it?
They are not telling.
The encore remains a secret, which means you will have to be there—and stay until the final note—to experience it for yourself. This is definitely not the night to leave early and beat the traffic.
Nearly 20 Years of Gonzo’s Nose at Tarara
Saturday will be more than a reunion show. It will also be an emotional homecoming.
Gonzo’s Nose has been performing at Tarara for nearly 20 years, making the band part of the concert series’ story and one of the acts that generations of Tarara fans have returned to see.
“Tarara has always been amongst our very favorite venues,” the band shared. “When we stopped playing full-time, Tarara was the first venue we considered returning to, so that should tell you all you need to know about what it means to us.”
The beauty of the property, the summer nights beside Shadow Lake and—most importantly—the amazing fans have made Tarara a special place for the band.
And now they are coming back to help give it one more unforgettable sendoff.
There Are Only Five Saturday Nights Left
Let that sink in: only five Tarara concerts remain—including this one.
After 27 seasons of live music, dancing, friendships and summer memories, the Final Encore is moving quickly toward its last song. Every remaining concert is another chance to experience the magic—but every concert that passes is one fewer opportunity to be part of it.
Gonzo’s Nose said it best:
“This is a special place for us, and we’ll miss it terribly when the music stops.”
We will, too.
So do not spend Saturday wondering whether you should go. Bring your chairs, blankets, picnic setup and the people who make every party better. Come hungry for the food trucks, ready for a glass of wine or beer, and prepared to dance your way through one of Tarara’s final summer nights.
Gonzo’s Nose does not perform often. They will not perform at Tarara again. And you may never get another night quite like this one.
This Saturday, we party.
This Saturday, we sing.
This Saturday, Gonzo’s Nose comes home to Tarara for one final blowout.
Gonzo’s Nose Is Back—and Tarara Is About to Throw One More Giant Party
