Live music in Glendale Heights, IL

Downtown Wheaton comes alive throughout the summer with a series of forty live music performances. Concerts rotate among outdoor dining destinations, giving diners the chance to enjoy live tunes while sampling al fresco options across Downtown Wheaton. The series is sponsored by Wheaton Sport Center.

This is a relaxed spin on classic bingo where song clips replace letters and numbers. The soundtrack spans the 1950s through today and includes themed rounds like 80s rock, 90s hits, and One Hit Wonders. It is free to play, with real prizes awarded in every game. Each participant gets a personal set of bingo cards, so a bigger group at your table can boost the odds that someone wins. The brewery serves craft beer and awards prizes to winners throughout the evening.

A set is scheduled for the event.

This new and improved open mic at Ballydoyle is hosted by Chad Gemkow. Musicians can showcase their musical talents.

Riskey Wayger is back for Westmont Cruisin' Nights at Neat Kitchen + Bar. This downtown car show features music along with plenty of food, drinks, and cars.

The season wraps up with the final Rock 'N Wheels, featuring Sixteen Candles as the headliner and a fireworks show to cap the night, visible from the Village Green. Special guests Jagged Little Pill kick things off before the main set. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from local favorites including 601 Bar & Grill, Barbara's Polish Deli, Sweet 'n Brew, Lou Malnati's, Muggs 'N Manor, Tacos Puebla, and Holy Smokes. The Addison Historical Museum will host an open house with a craft and vintage fair and Revolutionary War soldiers reenactors. A car show will take place at Green Meadow Shopping Center in spaces along Lake Street. Admission is free. Handicapped parking is available at Village Hall. Please note that tarps are not permitted on the Village Green. The schedule is subject to change.

Settle in at the Ruggard Gazebo on the Prairie Path, the new home for this year's Villa Park Summer Concerts. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs, and an appetite, and enjoy a relaxed evening of family-friendly music with concessions operated by the VFW. This concert features Industrial Drive delivering a wide mix of rock favorites, from America and Cream to Duran Duran, INXS, Pearl Jam, and Matchbox 20. Support for the event is provided by G.M. Smith & Sons Realtors, Atomic Transmissions, Amy Newling: Allstate Insurance, and the Villa Park Chamber of Commerce.

A monthly residency features a live performance at The Foxtail in Downers Grove. Cocktails and food are available to enjoy during the event.

This rescheduled event brings Motown, funk, and soul to the Oaks Amphitheater in Oak Brook, Illinois for a summertime evening of music. For additional details, see the park district website.

Set in the warm indoor pool at The Hyatt Lodge, this luxury floating sound journey invites you to choose between two ways to experience live, immersive music. Float on a twin-size air mattress on the water while musicians surround the pool with crystal singing bowls, drums, chimes, gongs, and other instruments, or relax from a reserved lounge chair beside the pool and take in the full soundscape from land. The flow includes time to get settled, a sustained live sound immersion, and a gentle period to re-ground before exiting the space. Entry is guided, doors to the pool are locked after check-in, and late arrivals are not admitted. Wear comfortable clothing suited to a very warm pool room and avoid back zippers. Shoes and bags are not permitted on the float. Water bottles are welcome, but not glass. Phones should be silenced. When purchasing multiple tickets, provide the first and last names of all attendees. All reservations are final sale and non-refundable, and tickets cannot be moved to another date. Cancellations, no-shows, and unused reservations are not credited or rescheduled. You may transfer your ticket to another guest by submitting the new attendee’s name in advance so the check-in list can be updated. If Stillwater Symphony cancels, guests receive credit toward a future float. Pricing includes service and booking fees.

Stephanie hosts Music Bingo at Cellar Door, trading the usual letters and numbers for short clips of songs. The music ranges from the 1950s to current hits, with themed rounds such as 80s rock, 90s hits, One Hit Wonders and more. Mark songs as you recognize them and get five in a row to win. This is not music trivia, so teaming up with friends is fine and using tools like Shazam to identify titles is allowed. It is free to play and every game awards real prizes. Each attendee receives their own set of bingo cards, so larger groups increase the chances of a win at the table. While you play, enjoy ten draft beers, rotating wines by the glass, and an extensive selection of bottled beer and wine from Cellar Door.

Wheaton Cruise Nights showcases supercars, classic cars, and hot rods in the center circle at Town Square Wheaton, complemented by live music, food options, and a vibrant atmosphere. Admission is free for attendees. Registration is required for vehicle owners who plan to participate, and the event is presented in partnership with Chitown Exotic Car Group. The center circle will be closed to non-event traffic. Enter from the north and south parking lot entrances, as the Naperville Road entrance will not be open. Live music features acts such as The Oh Boys and Villekulla, with another performer to be announced.

Enjoy live music at 3 Corners as part of a summer Friday series with good food and chilled drinks, featuring a performance by Nick Madsen.

Enjoy a solo set featuring both vocals and instrumentals at Cefalu Seaside Sicilian, an Italian restaurant.

This event wraps up the season on an open-air patio.

Celebrate the final Music on Maple Street concert of the summer as Dawn Xiana Moon performs a mix of folk, pop, jazz, and traditional Chinese music at the Bill Mueller Memorial Gazebo. Bring a blanket or chair, pack a picnic, or grab a treat from Dairy Queen. This concert is free, and registration is appreciated.

Lost Pyramids return to Crooked Army Vinyl & Tap for one long, jam-filled set. This Chicagoland jam band pairs folky songwriting with jazz-inspired improvisation within a rock and roll sound, offering a mix of originals and covers shaped by the music of the Grateful Dead, Phish, and Frank Zappa. Admission is free.

A live Elvis tribute devoted to the biggest songs from 1970 to 1977, keeping the emphasis on the sound rather than the look. There are no jumpsuits or sideburns, only the music performed at 4 Points Whiskey Saloon & Grill.

BrachtStar Karaoke transforms Bracht’s Place in Bartlett into a welcoming sing-along each week, hosted by JAM Karaoke Chicago. First-timers and seasoned regulars choose a song, step up to the mic, and meet a supportive room that celebrates effort as much as delivery. The emphasis is on participation over perfection, so feel free to be a little off key while the crowd keeps the energy high.

Deejay Mixx delivers a genre-blending, open format set shaped by 25 years behind the decks, with quick-cut scratching and spontaneous mashups that keep the whole crowd moving. As the founder of KMP Entertainment Group and a longtime pillar of Chicago’s DJ scene, he brings seasoned energy to the Lucca patio. Cocktails are crafted by Gallo, there is no cover, a full bar is available, and the kitchen serves late-night bites.

A lively marketplace in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia brings together skilled artisans, delicious local food, and live entertainment for a welcoming community experience. Explore more than 150 vendors set up across several buildings, with a new building added for 2026, and enjoy the atmosphere under outdoor tents while music fills the grounds. Discover handcrafted pottery, woodworking, glass art, textiles, home decor, jewelry, and more from Nova Scotian makers. Savor regional flavors from food trucks on site both days, along with baked goods, fudge, nuts, specialty foods, a range of beverages, and local wines. Admission includes a bracelet that serves as a weekend pass. Only service dogs may enter the buildings. Bringing cash is recommended for a smooth visit.

Experience a musical twist on bingo at The Beer Cellar. Instead of letters and numbers, short snippets of songs are played and players mark their cards to match what they hear. The soundtrack spans from the 1950s to today’s hits, with themed rounds like 80s rock, 90s hits, One Hit Wonders, and more. Whoever completes five in a row first wins. It is not music trivia, so players can ask friends or use Shazam to help identify song titles. While you play, enjoy a selection of craft beer along with wine, spirits, and canned choices, plus options to take home.

Backyard and tabletop games pair with live music in a relaxed outdoor setting. Drawing inspiration from the community beer gardens once common in Schaumburg’s farming community, the gathering features pretzels and bratwurst along with local craft beer and soda available for purchase. It will proceed regardless of weather. There is no charge to attend, and no registration is needed for this drop-in format. Outside alcohol is not allowed.

Carol Stream’s Summer Send-Off fills the Ross Ferraro Town Center with two days of music and community fun. Look for live performances, a large display of classic cars, a winner-take-all bags tournament, food, drinks, raffles, and prizes, all in support of a good cause. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. During the celebration, Libido Funk Circus takes the stage with a dance-ready set, followed by LP Vinyl. With more than two decades of high-energy shows, Libido Funk Circus pulls from a wide songbook that spans disco, rock, pop, new wave, funk, dance, country, hip hop, and Motown. Their concerts feature costume changes, inventive medleys, standout musicianship, and nonstop energy. The band has played thousands of shows across the Midwest, maintains five-star ratings on The Knot and Wedding Wire, and has earned Wedding Wire’s Couples’ Choice Award for five consecutive years. In addition, 100 percent of classic car registration proceeds will be donated to local nonprofits.

Experience a genre-spanning mix of rock, pop, folk, country, reggae, and soul.

At Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church of Downers Grove, a candlelit concert pays tribute to Fleetwood Mac with a classical twist. A string trio brings the band’s iconic songs to life, including Go Your Own Way, Second Hand News, Dreams, Don’t Stop, The Chain, You Make Loving Fun, I Don’t Want To Know, Gold Dust Woman, Landslide, Gypsy, Little Lies, and Everywhere. Presented by Lumos, known for creating atmospheric performances in remarkable spaces, this event blends intimate ambiance with beloved melodies. Seating operates on a first come, first served basis within the purchased tier, which is arranged in Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze zones. The event is open to ages 8 and up. The venue offers wheelchair access, with specific placement such as front row not guaranteed. Lumos also contributes to a different charity each month.

Part of Schaumburg’s free outdoor Summer Breeze concert series held on select Saturdays in July and August, this performance takes place on the grounds of the Al Larson Cultural Center and features Shining Star, a nine-piece group honoring the music of Earth, Wind & Fire. Admission is free. Complimentary parking is available at the Al Larson Cultural Center, with overflow at the School District 54 parking lot.

Presented by Afterlife and RMRP Studio, Twista takes the stage at Basecamp in Lisle with opening acts by RMRP Studios. The lineup is planned to keep the energy high from start to finish for a lively night.

Don’t Matter To Me brings a charged live set to Ten:21 Bar & Grill, shaped by influences such as Led Zeppelin, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, and Heart. Formed in 2020, the band is known for soaring vocals, tight playing, and a wide ranging setlist that moves from classic rock favorites to pop and funk. Look forward to a night packed with songs you know, opportunities to sing and dance, and a few unexpected surprises.

Johnny’s Blitz Bar and Grill hosts Nostalgia for a live performance featuring hits across funk, soul, rock and roll, and blues. This blues-focused spot is a popular stage for both national and local artists. A $10 cover charge applies. The kitchen is also known for serving some of the best burgers in town.

Returning to a favorite hangout, the performers head back to Ballydoyle - Downers Grove for another night of jamming. They are revisiting a place they enjoy and keeping the focus on the music.

Set in Chicago, this showcase of standout cars pairs the automotive scene with the city skyline. The event has grown each year, and a full house is expected. Activities include RC drifting demonstrations, live music, a sneaker contest, builder Q&A sessions, exhibitor displays of new products, giveaways, and more.

Sparks Fly, a tribute to Taylor Swift, brings a live show to Basecamp Lisle filled with sing-along favorites from every era. Expect a lively atmosphere with themed drinks inspired by Taylor, chances to win prizes and giveaways, and plenty of opportunities to dance and sing along. This event is open to all ages.

Experience a Roman-inspired evening on the patio at Lucca Osteria & Bar. A shared, family-style feast showcases the flavors of the Italian capital, served across multiple courses and enjoyed al fresco in the warmth of late summer. Guests can savor traditional Roman dishes with thoughtfully paired wines, live Italian-style music, and a welcome Aperol Spritz.

This event features six rounds of STINGO, a mashup of classic bingo and name-the-tune challenges, with six prizes awarded over the course of the night. The playlist ranges from 1960s favorites to today’s hits. Participate on your own or as part of a team. Beer and a food menu are available, and the Elmhurst location is supported by a friendly staff.

Vocalists interested in the Downers Grove Choral Society can take part in a voice hearing at First United Methodist Church in Downers Grove. The ensemble is seeking new singers and welcomes participants from across Chicagoland, including those with backgrounds in school and university choirs, church music, and professional performance. Voice hearings are required for new members and are available throughout the season, with appointments for the upcoming season arranged with Dr. Rakes. Each hearing includes a vocal range assessment, checks for pitch recall, accompanied sight reading, and a short prepared piece of your choice, which could be anything from a well known patriotic song to a Mozart aria. Please plan to arrive about five to ten minutes early to complete a brief form, or finish it ahead of time.