The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Folk Arts in the Parks program invites the public to the American Roots music series at Deception Pass State Park.

American Roots music series performances begin 7 p.m. Saturdays starting July 16 through Aug. 6 at Deception Pass State Park, 41020 State Route 20.

Local artists will perform a variety American music styles in celebration of traditional folk music from the Pacific Northwest.

The American Roots music series is free to the public. The Discover Pass is not required for vehicle access to these performances.

All performances will take place in the West Beach amphitheater on the Whidbey Island side of the park, unless raining. If raining, performances will move to the East Cranberry Lake picnic shelter, also on the Whidbey Island side of the park.

For a full schedule of Folk and Traditional Arts in the Parks Program events, visit www.parks.wa.gov/events.