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Dio Day

Jul 19, 2026
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Country Music Park & Campground
1824 NY-13
Cortland, NY 13045
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Dio Day, the official hometown tribute concert to honor Ronnie James Dio, will be held Sunday, July 19, 12:00-8:00 pm at the Country Music Park & Campground.

Band lineup (in order of appearance): 
• Jim Van Duesen 
• Crimson Underground (Cortland High Band)
• Elderly Bros
• Billy Golicki – Billy and the Therapists 
• The High Road (Kat’s Band)
• Yayle Hues
• Holy Mother (headliner)
• Throw Down Cold
• Defining 13
• Catalyst 

The event will feature food, drink, and band merchandise. Shop vendors with various products, crafts, and creations. 

The Dio Motorcycle Run, expected to depart from the Country Music Park prior to the concert. Participation will be included with the price of admission. 

Check out  an exhibit by the Central New York Living History Center that highlights Ronnie James Dio’s early life in Cortland and all stages of his outstanding music career. Camping is available.

The Country Music Park is an entertainment venue, campground, and home to the NYS Country Music Hall of Fame. Come celebrate Ronnie’s legacy with fellow music fans and enjoy heavy metal, classic rock, and signature local hospitality.

The event fee is $10. All funds will go to the Ronnie James Dio Cortland HS Music Scholarship Fund. Each band is donating their time and talent for this cause. For more than a decade the Dio Day committee has raised money for this music scholarship, awarded every year to a student at Cortland High School - the same school Ronnie James Dio graduated from. Vendors can reserve a booth for just $50 for the entire day. Keep all your profits while connecting with fellow music lovers and enjoying amazing live music.

Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your products during a day filled with good vibes, great people, and incredible tunes! To reserve a spot contact Sheila Ryan at Sheila@center4art.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=dio%20day%20cortland Dio Day Cortland website: https://www.diodaycortland.org 

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