Live music in Belvidere, IL

The Shifty Boys Unplugged will perform at Crazy Times Pub.

Celebrate summer with live music, flavorful bites, and cold drinks while watching the sun set over the golf course. There is no cost to attend. Performances take place on the patio stage, and there is abundant seating across the property. Choose a laid-back experience in self-serve lawn and tent spaces, bring a lawn chair, or relax at a table with helpful tableside service. Food is available from Pizza Fresca, Mario's Taco Express, Rusty Drum BBQ, plus occasional guest food trucks. Three bars keep beverages flowing, with two outdoors and one indoors. Personal lawn chairs are welcome. Outside food and beverages are not allowed. Supporting the bars and food truck partners helps keep the live entertainment free throughout the summer. Meet up for dinner, enjoy drinks on the patio, or dance to the music for a simple, memorable summer night.

Acoustic Thunder presents an acoustic show at Shattered Bar in Loves Park for Thunderheads.

The 6th annual Maggie Strong charitable golf outing at Forest Hills Country Club blends a full round of golf with an evening celebration to support breast cancer patient services, assistance, and research through the Swedish American Health Foundation Margaret M. Rudolph Endowment Fund. The day begins with check-in and a burger lunch on the patio, followed by a shotgun start for teams. After golf, the gathering continues with cocktails and dinner, plus live music from Riley Sanders and Shuffle This. A silent auction and raffle baskets provide additional ways to contribute. A foursome is $640, or $160 per golfer, and includes carts, range access, lunch, beer during and after the round, and dinner. A dinner, beer, and music ticket is available for $40. Sponsorship opportunities are available, honoring Maggie’s legacy with a party that makes a difference.

A performance featuring timeless oldies and high energy original songs takes place at Boone County Fairground as part of the largest market in Northern Illinois. Fellow local musicians will be on hand, adding to the lively, community feel.

At Benny’s Palooza, Soul 2 Soul brings a live, high-energy showcase of ’70s classic rock, drawing on more than 22 years together. The set spans favorites by Boston, Styx, The Cars, Supertramp, Skynyrd, REO, Fleetwood Mac, and more. The lineup features Robby Demos on vocals and guitar, Tracy Jane Comer on keyboards and vocals, Curt Schreiner on drums, and Jeremy Toledo on bass.

Rockford comes together at Anderson Nissan for a lively celebration of Hispanic culture with food, music, dance, and family friendly fun. Savor dishes from Liz & Manny’s Taco Truck, move to sets from DJ Lalo and DJ Jbaby, and experience traditional dance presented by Herencia Cultural. Local partners such as MembersAlliance Credit Union and El Tiempo will be on hand, creating a welcoming showcase of community, business, and culture.

Expect a high-energy night with cold drinks, sing-along moments, dancing, and plenty of raucous fun. It is ideal for a lively outing with friends, and the atmosphere stays upbeat from the first toast to the final chorus.

A fall-themed rock party in Love's Park, Illinois brings together rock music and seasonal spirit.

An annual music fundraiser filled with live performances and activities for everyone. All proceeds benefit the Harlem District Music Program. Enjoy food such as pulled pork, brats, and hot dogs provided by the Harlem Music Boosters. Bounce houses, face painting, and raffles round out the festivities.

Car, bike, and truck enthusiasts gather at Pig Minds for Cruise Night, a laid-back show and meetup in the back lot hosted by Gentlemen Car Club. Participation is free, and live rock music will be performed by Joe Locke. Connect with fellow drivers, enjoy a drink, and take in a wide range of standout rides.

An active storytime filled with read-aloud tales, sing-along songs, and plenty of opportunities to get up and dance. Expect a lively session of music and movement.

At Nordlof Center, an open mic and poetry slam welcomes creatives from across the Rockford area. Poets, guitarists, and singers can take the mic to share their work with the community. Rockford Certified Slam is recognized by Poetry Slam, Inc. as the only certified venue in Rockford.