Live music in Johnson County, KS

Fox & Hound hosts a Tuesday karaoke night where the crowd takes the spotlight. DJ Rosie-J keeps the energy up while guests sing, play pool, and enjoy food between songs. Expect upbeat tunes, standout performances, and a welcoming vibe throughout the night.

Brody Buster brings a blues harmonica performance to Iron Horse Bar & Grill at the Leawood, KS location. He began playing at age 7, soon appeared on Beale Street in Memphis, and over the next eight years performed worldwide with artists including Quincy Jones, Chaka Khan, Keb Mo, and Lee Oskar. A regular at BB King’s Blues Club, he joined BB King onstage multiple times and received notable praise for his harmonica skills. The Leawood location features live music on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

West Coast Swing takes center stage at C.A.S.T.KC with a class and social hosted by instructors Jesse Lopez and Ariel Peck. The evening starts with check in, practice time on the floor, and a led warm up, then moves into three simultaneous classes organized by level from 1 to 3. Afterward, the floor opens for an extended social dance. All experience levels are welcome, and the hosts curate a rotating roster of Kansas City instructors. Admission is $20. For details, contact 913-999-9050 or socialcabaret@gmail.com.

Karaoke and DJ Night amps up Thursdays at Iron Horse Leawood. DJ Love lines up sing along favorites and high energy hits, and karaoke invites anyone ready to step up to the mic. Happy hour specials on drinks and appetizers provide an easy warmup before the music takes over. Whether the plan is to unwind or go all in with friends, expect an upbeat vibe, good food, and a night to remember.

Olathe Live at Olathe Community Center At Stagecoach Park features We’re So Petty with guest performers Wilburys Twist, presenting tribute performances honoring Tom Petty and the Traveling Wilburys.

Karaoke returns to The Bellows by popular request, filling the room with sing-along energy on the last Friday of every month. Participants can step to the microphone for everything from big ballads to guilty-pleasure favorites, cheer on others, and keep the fun going. Whether with friends or on your own, pick the songs you love and share the spotlight in a welcoming, no-judgment setting. Drinks are available, the atmosphere is lively, and the stage is ready for your next performance.

Enjoy a free night of live music at Stagecoach Park featuring two tribute acts. We're So Petty celebrates the music of Tom Petty, and The Wilburys Twist honors the songs of the Traveling Wilburys.

Created for families, MTC Kids Jam offers creative activities in the MTC lobby followed by an hour long concert featuring Joanie Leeds. She draws inspiration from the way children open up and express pure joy, fueling songs that embrace life as an adventure. What began with performances at birthday parties and preschools grew into concerts across the country and resulted in material for seven albums.

This outdoor concert series celebrates warm nights with upbeat energy and memorable moments. Cherry Bomb takes the SERV Courtyard Stage for a set packed with high-octane rock and sing-along favorites that keep the momentum going. Look forward to live music on an open-air stage paired with what is said to be the largest screen in Overland Park, a spacious courtyard where you can relax or gather with friends, a food truck hall atmosphere with multiple bars, and a lively, social scene from start to finish.

Jeff Hadden offers a patio performance at The Other Place Shawnee each Saturday evening from May to September, dependent on the weather.

Early in his career, Max Gomez honed his craft within the distinctive music community of northern New Mexico, a scene shaped by troubadours Michael Martin Murphey and Ray Wylie Hubbard. The result is a folk style rooted in the American West that blends an expansive feel with country tradition. This event highlights songs and stories that reflect those influences.

At the Leawood, Kansas location of Iron Horse Bar and Grill, the Yard Dogs perform a mix that ranges from classic rock and 80s hair metal to current country. This venue regularly hosts live music on Wednesday and Saturday nights.

Part of the Lenexa Outdoor Concert Series, Kicks Band performs at Sar-Ko-Par Trails Park. Set up by the Grand Pavillion with a picnic, and bring a blanket or lawn chair for comfortable seating while you enjoy the performance.