On 2026-08-02 THEATRE DE PLEIN AIR - PARC EXPO in Colmar will host a summer showcase as KOOL & THE GANG and UB40 join forces for a vibrant concert that fuses upbeat funk and soul with warm, island-flavored reggae; the open-air setting invites generations of fans to dance, sing along, and soak up the festival atmosphere beneath the evening sky. The night will balance brassy, danceable grooves and mellow, singable refrains, offering moments of high-energy showmanship and relaxed, communal warmth that highlight both bands’ long-running catalogs and stage charisma. With the Parc Expo’s leafy surroundings and theatre-style layout, attendees can expect an accessible mix of seated comfort and standing room for those who want to move, while lighting and sound are set to accentuate every horn riff and rhythmic pulse. Longtime followers and new listeners alike will find plenty of timeless hooks and singalong opportunities, making the evening as much about shared memories as it is about live performance. Tickets are likely to sell quickly for this rare pairing, so fans should secure their places early to ensure they don’t miss what promises to be a memorable night of live music in Colmar.
