Live music in Flint, MI

At Vic Canever Chevrolet, the Back to the Bricks Tune-Up Party, presented in partnership with Back to the Bricks, features classic cars, food trucks, and live music. It offers a welcoming setting to browse vintage vehicles and spend time with friends and family.

Patio Night at the Flint Institute of Arts offers an outdoor evening on the Palette Cafe patio, presented in partnership with FIM’s Music Around Town. Admission is free, with food and beverage specials available to purchase. This date features Roane with a Celtic-focused performance. Patio seating is limited, and visitors may bring lawn chairs or blankets to relax on the FIA lawn. Styles vary from week to week, and the museum stays open later so guests can wander the galleries and exhibitions. If the weather turns, the event will shift indoors to Isabel Hall.

Experience a new laser show set to the music of the hit film K-Pop Demon Hunters. Brilliant beams and vivid visuals sync with fan-favorite tracks for a high-energy spectacle that celebrates the movie’s sound and style. The set includes songs such as Golden, This is what is sounds like, and more. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Children 12 and under may attend at a parent’s discretion, and all minors must be accompanied by an adult. Those with epilepsy, vertigo, or motion sickness should use caution, as intense lighting effects may be triggering. For safety and to preserve the experience, there is no late seating once the show begins. If you exit during the performance, re-entry will not be permitted, so please plan ahead.

The 14th annual Flint Drop Fest fills the streets of Downtown Flint with a free, all ages celebration of electronic music and art. More than ten open air stages host over one hundred performances by local, regional and national artists, alongside a bustling mix of arts, crafts and food vendors. Recognized as the Flint and Genesee Attraction of the Year for two years in a row, the festival is billed as the largest free electronic music event in the state. Expect live art, DJs, workshops, body painting, a fashion show, a car, truck and bike show, performance art and a city-wide vendor market, all presented with plenty of energy and color. Custom sound systems tuned for low frequencies and a range of lighting effects, including flashing, strobing and laser elements, are part of the experience, so guests with sensitivities to audio or visual effects should plan ahead. A safe, welcoming atmosphere is a priority, with zero tolerance for violence, intimidation or disruptions and a strict PLUR policy that emphasizes peace, love, unity and respect. Guidelines include no glass, no weapons, no illegal drugs or alcohol, no vending without approval and no harassment. Attendees are asked to help care for Downtown Flint by avoiding any damage and by keeping the area clean, and everyone is encouraged to focus on having fun and spreading good vibes.

Ravers Against World Starvation is hosting an official food drive at Drop Fest 2026 to support the Flint community. All non-perishable donations collected will go to My Brother’s Keeper of Flint. Festival attendees can bring shelf-stable foods such as canned vegetables and fruit, soup, peanut butter, pasta, rice, cereal, boxed macaroni and cheese, and other non-perishables to help neighbors facing food insecurity. Every contribution, large or small, makes a meaningful impact. Appreciation goes to Drop Fest for welcoming RAWS and to My Brother’s Keeper of Flint for partnering on this community effort.

Enjoy a FREE evening concert with the Doobie Brothers tribute as part of the summer “Concerts in the Park” series hosted by the Frankenmuth Women’s Club. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on at Palmer Schau Platz in Memorial Park. Snacks and refreshments are available during the show.

Family Night from the Fenton Experience fills Rackham Park with something for everyone. Attendees can explore the market, take in live music, and kids can jump into free games. It is a family-friendly outing with shopping, entertainment, and playful activities for children.

A tribute concert celebrating the music of Billy Joel and Bob Seger takes place in Rackham Park. Family Night activities are planned alongside the show.

Enjoy an evening centered on the music of Billy Joel and Bob Seger, presented as a distinctive mash-up that blends both artists into one performance. Admission is free.

At Sherman's Lounge, Marlow The Entertainer hosts a lively night of karaoke and dancing that puts the spotlight on fun and feel-good energy. Anyone can step up to the mic or move to the music, with the emphasis on enjoying favorite songs rather than perfect vocals. The vibe celebrates positivity, encouraging peace, love, unity, and a happy, welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen and bar offer wallet-friendly options, from a menu of tasty bites to drink deals that include $2 pint drafts, $3 big drafts, and $2.25 mixed well drinks. A late-night happy hour also features $3 well drinks and $2 Coors Light drafts. Expect plenty of singing, dancing, and smiles as music sets the tone for a carefree night out.