Stamford, Connecticut Hotel Celebrates Summer With a Legendary Concert Series

STAMFORD, CT–(Marketwired – Jul 5, 2013) – Nothing beats the
heat (or the summer doldrums) quite like catching an outdoor
concert. But when that concert happens in your own backyard once a
week, well, it’s enough to make anyone forget the rising mercury
and look forward to the longer days. Luckily for Stamford’s
residents and visitors, one such concert series is a fixture in the
neighborhood and a great way to experience the city.

The Alive@Five annual concert series occurs each Thursday
evening in downtown Stamford’s Columbus Park. Coordinated by the
Stamford Downtown Special Services District, the series features
new bands every week, from The Wallflowers to Ryan Cabrera, Michael
McDonald and more. And though the stage is outdoors, concertgoers
can count on these Thursday performances, rain or shine.

Since concerts begin at 5 p.m. and last well into the night, the
Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa serves as the ideal pre-show
gathering spot. Music lovers can stop in for an early dinner at
Sam’s American Bistro, or they can end the evening at

Northern Lights Bar and Lounge. As one of Stamford’s favorite
lounges, Northern Lights has earned a reputation for tempting
cocktails and a stylish wine bar where people flock as much for the
vintages as for the scene. And with a downtown location that is at
the heart of the action and yet still near cities like Greenwich,
Connecticut and Long Island, this Stamford bar and lounge can’t be
beat for convenience.

Of course, whether visitors are following their favorite bands
to Stamford or just happen to be in town at the right time to catch
a show, everyone will be pleased by their experience at the
Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa. Mini-refrigerators, high-speed
wireless Internet access, flat-panel HD televisions and Marriott
Revive bedding with mattress toppers and 300-threadcount linens
make the

hotel roomssome of the best in the city. And the full-service
Agora spa on the second floor is just the ticket for backs and
necks that need a little TLC after an evening spent cheering and
singing along.

As a sponsor of the Alive@Five concert series, the Stamford
Marriott Hotel & Spa is committed to supporting its community
and to providing its guests with the city’s most authentic
experiences.

About Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa

Located in downtown Stamford, the

Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spais just steps away from major
businesses, a quick drive away from Chelsea Piers and a train-ride
away from New York City. With so many immediate influences, it’s no
wonder the hotel can accommodate an equally diverse repertoire of
needs. The recently renovated 502 guestrooms, along with the
hotel’s six suites, feature Marriott Revive bedding with
300-threadcount linens, complimentary high-speed Internet,
flat-panel HD televisions and mini-refrigerators. The 18 meeting
rooms, meanwhile, include wireless and wired Internet,
teleconferencing and videoconferencing capabilities and 27,000
square feet of space. Standing by to transform these same stylish
spaces — like the 9,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom — into
stunning event venues are certified wedding planners and an
accomplished catering staff. But since meetings, travel and even
events can be stressful, the hotel is also equipped with a variety
of relaxing offerings. The new lobby, for example, welcomes guests
with complimentary wireless Internet, while the three concierge
levels and onsite Agora Spa (which offers body treatments, facials,
massages and a steam room) are ready to indulge them. Sam’s
American Bistro serves up three delicious meals a day, and the
Northern Lights Bar and Lounge is the perfect place for locals and
visitors to unwind at the end of the day. A heated indoor pool and
seasonal outdoor pool, as well as a state-of-the-art fitness
center, provide on-property options for those looking to stay
active. Other sports — like golf, tennis, sailing and
rock-climbing — are all within easy distance of this cosmopolitan
hotel and spa.

243 Tresser Boulevard · Stamford, Connecticut 06901 USA
203-357-9555