Music

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

The free concerts are held at Memorial Park in Wheaton.

Brooks will open for blues icon Buddy Guy on June 28.

Downers Grove launches its Friday Night Live concert lineup, while Westmont is home to the Spring Fling Festival, Darien adds a carnival to the holiday weekend, and The Forge Lemont Quarries presents the Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest. Theater lovers are offered a trio of new offerings.

The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour stop at Joliet's Rialto Square Theatre has been postponed until Aug. 6.

The Warehouse on Park in Genoa welcomes The Blooze Brothers on May 24 and will host Superfly Symphony for a Disco Night May 31.

This series will feature over 35 performances June 4 through Aug. 29 on Wednesday and Friday evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

From the annual Pembroke Rodeo to the inaugural Momence Farmers Market, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

Former singers from Journey, Kansas and Boston will perform at the Arcada Theatre on Friday, May 30.

The district received the Best Communities for Music Education ranking from the National Association of Music Merchants. Only 29 districts across the state received the designation, according to a release by the district.

Morton Arboretum unveils its latest whimsical sculptures, while classical orchestras and choirs along with a Taylor Swift tribute shake up the musical scene, native plants buoy the environment and a walking murder mystery takes a Japanese twist.

The lineup includes comedian Frank Caliendo and tribute concerts to Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift and Bob Seger.

The free performances are held in Dixon and Rock Falls throughout the summer.

Blues legend Buddy Guy will perform Saturday, June 28 at the downtown Joliet theatre.

The show will include The Ides of March featuring Jim Peterik, The Buckinghams, Cryan' Shames and New Colony Six.

Special events range from The Morton Arboretum's Arbor Day Plant Sale and a production of "Our Town" at the MAC to live music, a showcase of jewelry artistry and an interactive exhibition on farming in DuPage County at the Elmhurst History Museum.

The Joliet Park District on Wednesday announced the lineup for Latino music completing the schedule for three days of entertainment at Taste of Joliet.

Celebrating Bourbonnais' 150th birthday and eating some pie at the 35th annual Rhubarb Festival are two options from our 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

The IHSA Music Sweepstakes is one of the most comprehensive and respected measures of high school music excellence in the state of Illinois.

Bluegrass Burger Bash Day at The Curator's Cafe in Joliet features a grass-fed bluegrass burger from Hauert Farms in Elwood along with live music from 5 to 7 p.m.

The Summer Outdoor Rooftop Concert Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum opens May 17. The museum will host 11 concerts during the season.

May Fest will bloom at Cantigny, while Wheaton separately plays host to a mac-and-cheese festival. Concerts will showcase folk and classical artists, while the game's afoot for "Miss Holmes Returns."

Luke Bryan will perform at Berning Family Farm in Prairie Grove Sept. 19.

The series kicks off Saturday, May 17 with a tribute to Radiohead.

Country artists Kelsey Hart and Delaney Ann to perform May 31 at River Country 101.7 FM's summer kickoff concert.

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

The Seger tribute band will celebrate the timeless hits of this American legend on May 16.

A Lockport music teacher at Walsh Elementary School said the education of teaching has become more dynamic and engaging for students.

The 2025 Dixon Petunia Festival entertainment lineup was unveiled Wednesday.

There may be some difference in the age of Pat Gordon and the K-5 students she teaches music to at Momence’s Je-Neir Elementary School.

The kite festival in Homer Glen will include trick performances from Chicago Kite, games, giveaways, food trucks, music, raptor education and opportunity to fly one's own kite.

From enjoying flowers and raising mental health awareness to celebrating Mother's Day, check out these 5 things to do in Kankakee County this weekend.

The McHenry Music Festival, formerly the RISE Up Festival, is moving to a Friday-through-Sunday lineup with promises of a big-name act Sunday night, Mayor Wayne Jett said

Some 200 people gathered in prayer on the north lawn of the Kankakee County Courthouse last week to mark the national Day of Prayer.

Private music students will perform in recitals set for May 19, May 20 and May 29. Woodlawn Dance Academy dancers age 3 to adult will perform three recitals with the theme “Elements.” The dance events are set for May 30 and 31.