County Executive Dan Benson invites Mercer County residents and visitors to attend upcoming Happy Hour on the River gatherings at South Riverwalk Park in Trenton. These events will be held before each Trenton Thunder game on Fridays from 4:30 to 7 p.m., beginning July 24 and running through August 28.

“These events are an opportunity for us to relax at the end of a summer week and to enjoy an evening beside the beautiful Delaware River,” said Benson. “At a time when it’s so easy to feel isolated, we’re focused on bringing people together with fun gatherings that are accessible to all our residents.”

Each happy hour will feature live music starting at 5 p.m., activities for kids and families, and craft beer and food available for purchase. Event admission is free, with parking available for $5 at the adjacent Trenton Thunder lot. Street parking is not available. The first 250 people to arrive will receive $1 hotdogs.

The band lineup will kick off on July 24 with Amazin’ Grace & the GLB, followed by Random Acts of Soul on July 31, Peter Fontaine on August 7, El Kabong on August 14, and Rumbaile Salsa and Santana on August 28.