Summertime is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the wonderful weather in the greater Oak Park area. What's a better way to soak up some sun than to bask in lovely live music at one of the Western Suburbs’ fantastic parks?
These free outdoor concerts are perfect for fans of any age so bring the whole family for magical evenings full of terrific tunes, picnic blankets and gorgeous sunsets! You’ll find a diverse variety of musical performances that will have you dancing all summer long! Check the line up below for all the free concerts that you can enjoy this summer just outside Chicago in the western suburbs.
Bring your coolers, blankets, and chairs to Kiwanis Park (GET DIRECTIONS) in Brookfield every Friday throughout the summer for magical music that plays into the night! The picnic pavilion at Kiwanis Park is a great setup for live music and with a variety of musical performances from Pop Rock to Country and Blues, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Bands start at 7 p.m. and will play until 8:30 p.m. but get there early for the best seat in the park.
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
June 14: The Neverly Brothers (rock-n-roll)
June 21: Easily Distracted (rock, pop)
June 28: Strung Out ('70s classics)
July 12: MarJays (classic rock)
July 26: The StingRays (classic oldies)
July 19: Crawford's Daughter (blues, rock, soul)
July 26: The StingRays (classic oldies)
Aug. 2: Blend Acoustic (classic rock, pop)
Aug. 9: Pete's Diary (rock)
Aug. 16: G-Jak'd Up (country, classic rock)
Aug. 23: The Vaughn Building (bluesy garage)
Get groovin' with us at the Roos Pavilion (GET DIRECTIONS) for the Forest Park Summer Concert Series. On select Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:00pm you'll find us dancing along to lively performances. Roos Pavilion is a gorgeous venue for a summer concert. With a handful of cement rows in front and an elevated grass hill above, there's not a bad seat in the park. From pop-rock to swing, you'll find a variety of musical tunes that'll impress the whole family!
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
June 22: Mr. Myers (Caribbean, reggae, rock)
July 13: The Flat Cats (big band, jazz, blues)
Aug. 10: HiFi Superstar (rock, pop)
Learn more here.
Every Tuesday evening in the Summer, join us at North Park (GET DIRECTIONS) in Franklin Park for their annual Summer Concert Series. North Park's concert space is surrounded by a large field that's perfect to spread out and let the kiddos dance. The bands will start playing at 7 p.m. but come early with your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy an evening of entertainment with your friends and neighbors!
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
June 4: Kaleidoscope Eyes (Beatles tribute band)
June 11: José Valdes & The Mambo All-Star (Latin American)
June 18: Semple (rock)
June 25: Rosie & the Rivets (rock)
July 2: Sushi Roll (rock)
July 9: Billy Elton (Elton John, Billy Joel tribute band)
July 16: The Four C Notes (Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons tribute band)
July 16: The Caught Off Guards (soul, rock)
Learn more here.
Join us at Hillside Commons (GET DIRECTIONS) for Summer Nights in Hillside! Summer Nights are way more than just live music! With classic cars, fantastic local food, a makers market, and much more, it's a festival every Tuesday! Summer Nights start on July 23 and run until Aug. 20. The festivities start at 5:00 p.m. with the concerts starting just after at 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.! Get here before the music starts to browse some retro cars and get a bite to eat from local favorites like Q's Pizza before the music starts!
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
July 23 5:30 p.m.: Simply Sound (pop)
July 23 7:30 p.m.: American English (Beatles tribute band)
July 30 5:30 p.m.: Mariachi Show Sol De Oro (mariachi)
July 30 7:30 p.m.: Rosalba Valdez (Selena tribute)
Aug. 6 5:30 p.m.: Jersey Girls (pop)
Aug. 6 7:30 p.m.: 7th Heaven(rock)
Aug. 13 5:30 p.m.: Soul 2 the Bone (soul)
Aug. 13 7:30 p.m.: The Moods (Motown, soul, disco)
Aug. 20 5:30 p.m.: One of the Boyzz (rock)
Aug. 20 7:30 p.m.: Ides of March (jazz rock)
Learn more here.
Each month during the Summer, the La Grange Area Historical Society puts on their free summer concert series at the society's beautiful museum and research center (GET DIRECTIONS) at 444 S. LaGrange Rd. Bring your chair, food and beverage and get ready to enjoy the concert. Before the concert starts at 6:30 p.m., take some time to enjoy this year’s museum exhibit too! All donations go the La Grange Area Historical Society.
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
July 12: FiddleSticks (acoustic)
Aug. 9: Southwater (rock, blues, country)
Sept. 27: The Stone Cats (classic rock and roll)
Learn more here.
Meet us at Memorial Park (GET DIRECTIONS) in La Grange Park every Wednesday from June 26 to Aug. 7 for the "Music Under The Stars" music series. Memorial Park has a beautiful amphitheater that is perfect for summer evening concerts. The music will play from 7:00-8:30 p.m. but come early to grab a perfect seat. Bring any chairs, blankets, snacks that you'll want for a magical night of music!
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
June 26: West Suburban Concert Band (miscellaneous)
July 10: Strung Out ('70s rock)
July 17: Mr. Myers Band (Caribbean, reggae)
July 24: The StingRays ('50s, '60s, '70s)
July 31: The Telltale Hearts (rock, pop, rockabilly, country)
Aug. 7: Mackenzie O'Brien (Caribbean, reggae)
Learn more here.
Join us at Scoville Park (GET DIRECTIONS) in Oak Park every Sunday from June 9-Aug. 25 for a lovely live music series. Music starts at 6 p.m. but get there early to set up your spot. Grab your favorite blanket and lawn chair, then get ready to kick back and relax to some terrific tunes all summer long!
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
June 9: iPop (pop)
June 16: The Grady Experience (blues, pop, soul)
June 23: The New Normal (folk, blues)
June 30: Toy Robots (classic, alt rock)
July 7: Wood street Bloodhounds (American roots music)
July 14: Trabuco Salsa Band (Latin)
July 21: Echo Track (indie, alt rock)
July 28: Second City Jazz (jazz)
Aug. 4: Otter Petter (indie fun pop)
Aug. 11: Electric Brew (bluesy jam band, party rock)
Aug. 18: The Island of Misfit Toys ('70s pop, rock)
Aug. 25: Our So-Called Band ('90s classics)
Learn more here.
Thursday Night Out runs every Thursday June 6- Aug. 29 from 5-9 p.m.. Listen to live music and enjoy downtown Oak Park restaurants, offering a variety of drinks, appetizers, entrees and desserts. Tables are also set up outside for patrons to enjoy dining al fresco.
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
June 6: Jazz Night Out
June 13: Kids Night Out
June 20: Out in the Burbs
July 18: Art Night
August 15: Health and Wellness Night
Learn more here.
Meet us at Mayfair Park (GET DIRECTIONS) in Westchester every Wednesday in August for wonderful musical performances! Before and during the shows, there will be local food vendors and trucks selling tasty bites. Come hungry, bring a blanket and get ready for wonderful time in Westchester. Concerts start at 7 p.m. with DJs spinning at 6 p.m.
The 2024 Summer Lineup:
Aug. 7: Willie Garcia y Su Orquesta Sabor (salsa)
Aug. 14: Charles and Company ('50s, blues, Motown, swing, classic rock)
Aug. 21: Killing Me Smalls ('90s alternative rock)
Aug. 28: Peach Jam (The Allman Brothers tribute band)
Learn more here.
Join us all summer long for free outdoor performances! Enjoy the sights and sounds of 20+ Chicagoland bands at a variety of venues like parks and amphitheaters! Don't forget to bring blankets, chairs, and picnic baskets for a magical musical evening with all your friends. Be prepared to enjoy some fantastic music and get ready to dance the night away!
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