Live music in Champaign, IL

Gladys Knight, the legendary vocalist, brings her first ever performance to State Farm Center in a special concert experience titled An Evening with Gladys Knight. Tickets start at $51.50, and a State Farm Center Insiders presale will be offered. Additional ticket information is available through the State Farm Center box office and official website.

Champaign-Urbana Days is a longstanding tradition that brings the community together to celebrate its heritage and culture. This three-day event features live music, local food, and a lively marketplace that includes community outreach groups, nonprofit organizations, and vendors offering merchandise. Children can enjoy face painting, caricature artists, balloon creations, and other activities throughout, and basketball enthusiasts can catch the CU All Stars tournament on the court. The program includes Youth Night with a school supply drive along with games and activities, plus hot dogs, food trucks, and more. Family Day offers games and activities, opportunities to connect with community and service organizations, and live entertainment on stage. A Gospel Event highlights uplifting gospel performances and entertainment.

Hunter Lucas & The Backroad Remedies take the stage at Pipas Pub for their first appearance at the venue. The set includes songs by Luke Combs, Jason Aldean, Green Day, and All American Rejects, alongside original music from Hunter Lucas. The night features live music, cold drinks, and friendly company.

Get ready for a night of rock music with Haunter and Trash Pandas at Cowboy Monkey. The show starts at 9:00 PM.

Enjoy traditional Cajun, Creole, and Zydeco music with the Occasional Cajun Band. The event runs from mid-afternoon into early evening at Rose Bowl Tavern.

Continuing through the summer, Tuesday Music Bingo at Brothers offers a simple twist on classic bingo built around music. Enjoy Tuesday night burger and drink specials. Winners can take home fun prizes, and there is a raffle drawing each week. General trivia also takes place on Wednesdays.

Join the Music Bingo series at Pour Bros Craft Taproom for a fun, music-themed twist on classic bingo. It runs as a lively evening event, hosted by Whaddayaknow?. Come ready for a relaxed night of music and prizes while you play along.

Settle into the patio at Baxters for an evening of live tunes, along with food, drinks, and a relaxed summer vibe. Enjoy the outdoor setting with a favorite beverage, weather permitting.

TyJon Charlie offers an intimate performance, threading stories of life’s peaks and valleys through heartfelt original songs. Blending indie folk with indie rock, the set shifts from luminous ballads to anthems that fill the room. The flow is seamless and invites listeners to settle in, tap along, or let loose. It centers on raw, soulful expression.