Music

Rock bands take the stage as festivals and concert series unfold across the suburbs, complemented by cruise nights, Wheaton Drama's new show, a spotlight on rarely seen artworks and an antiques sale fundraiser.

The 2025 Jamboree Concert Series kicked off Saturday, June 13, in Mt. Morris with Rick Lindy and his band paying tribute to Roy Orbison on the Warren Reckmeyer Bandshell before a packed crowd on the Campus square. The free concerts are held Friday evenings in downtown Mt. Morris.

Additional performers in the Village of New Lenox Summer Concert Series include The Revivalists, Get the Led Out and Killer Queen. Performances are at the Performing Arts Pavilion at New Lenox City Commons.

The 31-member band will perfom familiar show tunes and peppy pop music in British Brass band style.

The Plano High School’s music honor society has been named the 2024-2025 Illinois Chapter of the Year by the National Association for Music Education.

Once again, Plano School District 88 received top national recognition for its music education program.

Tickets are on sale for performances by Better Than Ezra, +LIVE+, Third Eye Blind and Tonic​.

The Arcada Theatre's summer lineup features classic rock bands, 80s hard rock bands and plenty of exciting tribute shows.

From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., attendees can enjoy a 5K, music, food trucks, kids games, craft vendors, contests, a dog pageant show, dance party and costume parade.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County is offering free fishing days Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm in Bolingbrook.

Spring amps up the fun with milestone celebrations and a headlining turn by the Legendary Count Basie Orchestra on Father's Day Sunday as part of a Jazz & Wine Fest in Cantigny Park in Wheaton.

Piano Men Generations will perform Aug. 1, while Yacht Rock Gold Experience will take the stage Aug. 9.

Matthew and Gunnar Nelson, formerly of the early 90s rock band Nelson, will perform an acoustic set at The Vixen on Friday, June 20.

Grassroots community music festival with some musicians performing 45 minute free sets on community porches.

The concert is at 7:30 p.m. at the Page Park Band Shell in Dixon.

One of These Nights, a tribute to the Eagles and their solo work, is known in the industry as the ultimate Eagles tribute, playing classic Eagles hits note-for-note. Tickets are on sale now for $3.

Downtown Kankakee's monthly summer lunchtime concert series returns this Wednesday with music by Emily Quinn and food from Essential Smoothies and MiaBella's Pizza.

The concert series kicks off Wednesday, June 11 with a children's concert by Justin Roberts.

Mostly good weekend weather allowed for those gathered to listen to a wide variety of music at the second Bradley 315 Music Fest this weekend.

Rain interrupted the Bellson Music Fest on Saturday, June 7, 2025, but fans still came out early to dance, take pictures and enjoy food at the amphitheater.

Musicians will perform in free concerts in Elgin, Barrington and Hoffman Estates.

Dixon Stage Left Artistic Director Jimmy Ferraro will add a new twist to the community theater scene by offering a senior theater for people 55 and older.

Lockport is hosting its 52nd Old Canal Days festival this weekend featuring a carnival, food court, artisan vendors, beer garden, entertainment and special events. The festival runs through Sunday. The event is held at 303 W. Second St.

With the Fourth of July holiday around the corner, there are plenty of ways to celebrate throughout the Sauk Valley. From live music and food vendors to car shows and carnivals, here is a list of local places to bring in the holiday.

The Jammin’ at the Clock summer concert series will return to Heritage Park in downtown Streator for its 10th year, beginning with a performance by Noreen Stark on Friday, June 6.

Blackberry Smoke will rock the Rialto in downtown Joliet on Sunday, Sept. 28.

Other events include the Dixon Municipal Band's first concert of the season on Thursday, and the Discover Dixon Block Party and Sauk Valley Community College's Child Fair, both on Saturday.

Discounted tickets are on sale now for June 7 event at Richardson Adventure Farm in Spring Grove.

A major antiques show, date night options, entertainment at Morton Arboretum, vintage cars, debut of performance venue, festival fun and an arts weekend are all on tap in DuPage and Cook counties.

From the first Cruis'n the Square in downtown Kankakee to a Frank Lloyd Wright birthday party, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

The concert is set for 4 p.m. Sunday, June 8 at Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove.

The second Bradley 315 Music Fest takes to the stage Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the east area of the Northfield Square mall parking lot.

The line-up is stacked with locally and nationally acclaimed DJs and music artists like Fast Eddie, DJ Julian Jumpin Perez, DJ Mike “Hitman” Wilson, DJ Mickey Mixin Oliver, DJ Maurice “ICE” Culpepper, DJ Tim Spinnin Schommer and DJ Kickin Kenny Cahill.

Featured will be music from movie musicals including “My Fair Lady,” “Wicked,” “The Wizard of Oz,” “West Side Story,” “Singin’ in the Rain,” “Oliver” and “Top Hat."

The dedication will take place during the Bellson Music Fest at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 7.

Country music stars Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann kicked summer off with a concert Saturday, May 31, 2025, along the riverfront in Dixon.

Lockport held its first downtown car show and Concert in the Square of the 2025 summer season on Monday, June 2, 2025. Cars lined State Street and 10th Street and food trucks set up at Central Square where the Neverly Brothers performed at the bandshell.

Greenfield Station will provide live music Friday, June 21 at a Reimagine Mendota event at Lake Mendota.

River Country 101.7 kicked off summer country style with a concert along the riverfront Saturday, May 31, 2025, featuring artists Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann.

Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual outdoor Pops Concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1, in the music shell at Riverview Park in Clinton, Iowa. The concert is free and open to the public in appreciation for public support through the past 71 years.

The free concert will be held Saturday, June 7 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, in DeKalb.

The Forest Preserve District of Will County has come up with a unique way to remind visitors about the risk of car break-ins and how to prevent them this summer.

Summer concerts in Downers Grove, farmers markets, a major art exhibition and a stage comedy gem are happening this weekend.

The band channels the spirit of rock legends such as The Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, Led Zeppelin and Heart.

From the Sunset Stroll to the Strawberry Jazz Fest, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Season begins Friday, June 13, with Rick Lindy and his tribute to Roy Orbison.

Admission is free; free-will donations are accepted.

Scotty Hasting discusses his latest single, his experience as a veteran in Afghanistan, and meeting his musical heroes

Dani Holland of Shaw Local Radio interviewed up-and-coming country music artist Scotty Hasting about his new single, “Pro Beer” and more

Discover Dixon has announced the return of its beloved Summer Series, featuring the Dixon City Market and Music at the Square, along with the debut of Fitness Friday.