Domenica BongiovanniIndianapolis Star
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For the price of free, you can enjoy plenty of opportunities to bask in live tunes from a comfortable spot on a lush green space as the weather warms up. Stages are popping up in parks, amphitheaters, wineries and other spaces all over Central Indiana to accommodate Hoosiers' love for al fresco rock, opera, country, jazz and more.
Here are more than 60 free concerts you can attend this summer. Some organizations, including Indy Parks, have yet to announce their summer series schedules, so check back often for updates to the below list.
Festival and one-off show dates
- June 15: Bloombox Festival, with bands, vendors and artists creating original works. Harrison Center, 1505 N. Delaware St.harrisoncenter.org/bloombox
- July 3-4: CarmelFest, with the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, Actors Theatre of Indiana and more groups. carmelfest.net
- Sept. 7: Opera in the Park, with soprano Angela Brown, Maestro Alfred Savia, and more Indianapolis Opera stars. MacAllister Amphitheater at Garfield Park,2432 Conservatory Drive. indyopera.org
- Sept. 28: Garfield Park Art + Music Festival, with local musicians and artists selling handmade goods. MacAllister Amphitheater. gpacarts.org/garfield-park-art-music-fest
Groovin' in the Garden at Easley Winery
205 N. College Ave. Full schedule and more information:easleywinery.com
Concerts are from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturdays in June and July. Feel free to bring your own food or order it there. Seating runs out quickly, so bring your own chairs. Highlights:
- June 15: Party of Two
- July 6: Two for the Show
- July 27: Black Velvet Duo
The Alley Sessions
The Alley at Library Square, beside The Cabaret at 924 N. Pennsylvania St. More information:thecabaret.org.
Concerts start at 7 p.m. Full schedule:
- July 19: Jared Michael & Premium Blend and Okara Imani
- July 26: Grupo Bembé and Son de Esquina
- Aug. 2: Indy Art and Soul Night, with Allison Victoria, Dexter Clardy of Shvdy Rollins and jus Will
- Aug. 9: Goldie Ingram and Bashiri Asad
At the Palladium: Renée Elise Goldsberry, Dionne Warwick and more will be here for the 24-25 season
Fishers Community Concert Series
Nickel Plate District Amphitheater,6 Municipal Drivein Fishers. Full schedule and more info:npdamp.com.
Concerts at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in June and July, with a few exceptions. Patrons can bring chairs, blankets and food. Highlights:
- June 4: Living Proof
- July 2: Country Summer
- July 23: 2nd Wind
Concerts at the Commons
First Merchants Pavilion at Federal Hill Commons,175 Logan St. in Noblesville. Full schedule and more info:noblesvilleparks.org
Concerts are at 7 p.m. every other Saturday from June through September. Highlights:
- June 22: Parrots of the Caribbean (Jimmy Buffett tribute)
- July 27: No Fences (Garth Brooks tribute)
- Sept. 14: High Infidelity (80s rock)
Noblesville Summer Concert Tour
Dillon Park, 6351 Midland Lane inNoblesville. Full schedule and more info:noblesvilleparks.org
Concerts are at 7 p.m. on most Thursdays in June and July. Highlights:
- June 13: Groove Smash
- June 27: Jai Baker 3
- July 25: Endless Summer Band
Clay Terrace Concert Series
South lawn near Orvis, 14250 Clay Terrace Blvd. in Carmel. More info: tinyurl.com/58j2jjw8
Concerts are at 7 p.m. most Thursdays from June 13-July 18. Full schedule:
- June 13: Toy Factory
- June 20: Endless Summer Band
- June 27: Cook & Belle
- July 11: My Yellow Rickshaw
- July 18: Jambox
Summer Family Concert Series at the Gazebo
Carmel Gazebo, 3 Civic Square in Carmel.Full schedule and more info: carmelgazeboconcerts.org
Concerts are at 7 p.m. Wednesdays from May 29-Sept. 11. Highlights:
- June 19: Toy Factory
- July 17: The Doo
- Sept. 4: Blue River Band
Late Night on Main
Carmel Arts & Design District, East Main Street and North Rangeline Road.carmelporchfest.org
- 7 p.m. June 15: Stella Luna & The Satellites
- 7 p.m. July 20: Country Summer
- 7 p.m. Aug. 17:Midnight RedEye Band
- Noon-6 p.m. Sept. 15: Carmel Porchfest 2024
Mallow Run Winery's Picnic Concert Series
Mallow Run Winery, 6964 W. Whiteland Road in Bargersville. Full schedule and more info:mallowrun.com
Many shows are free between May 25 and Sept. 21. Music starts at 6 p.m. for the following. Highlights:
- June 22:Small Town John Mellencamp Tribute
- July 27:The Woomblies
- Sept. 21:Der Polkatz
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Music in the Park
Blue River Memorial Park, 725 Lee Blvd. in Shelbyville.7 p.m. on Fridays. More information:shelbyparks.com.
Concerts begin at 7 p.m. Full schedule:
- June 28: Bac to Mac (Fleetwood Mac tribute)
- July 26: Don’t Rock the Jukebox (country music tribute)
- Aug. 16: Thunderstruck (AC/DC tribute)
- Sept. 13: No Fences (Garth Brooks tribute)
Greenwood Summer Concert Series
Greenwood Amphitheater, 300 S. Washington St. in Greenwood. Full schedule and more information:greenwood.in.gov.
7 p.m. on most Saturdays between June 1 and Aug. 10. Highlights:
- June 15: Crush Bon Jovi Experience
- July 27: 90 Proof
- Aug. 10: That ‘90s Band
Greenwood Park Mall Summer Concert Series
1251 U.S. Hwy 31 North in Greenwood. More information:simon.com/mall/greenwood-park-mall
Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. at the outdoor fountain. Full schedule:
- June 27: Garth Brooks tribute
- July 11: Shania Twain tribute
- July 18: Fleetwood Mac tribute
- July 25: Morgan Wallen tribute
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Hummel Park Concert Series
Hummel Park Performing Arts Center, 5373 S. Sugar Grove Road in Plainfield. More information: tinyurl.com/pruce7mt
Concerts start at 7 p.m. on various dates from June-September. Full schedule:
- June 1: Cornfield Mafia
- July 27: Big Caddy Daddy
- Aug. 24: No Fences
- Sept. 7: Twisted Gold
Live by the Levee Summer Concert Series
Riverside Park Amphitheater, 302 S. Riverside Drive inRushville. More information:rushvilleamphitheater.com
Concerts start at 7 p.m. and headliner is at 8 p.m. Full schedule:
- June 8: Excitable (Def Leppard tribute)
- June 15: The Boy Band Night (Boy Band tribute)
- July 20: Creedence Revived (CCR tribute)
- Aug. 10: Run Forrest Run (90s tribute)
- Sept. 7: Absolute Queen (Queen tribute)
- Sept. 21: Boys In The Band (Alabama tribute)
Kokomo Summer Concert Series
Kokomo Performing Arts Pavilion at Foster Park, 721 W. Superior St. in Kokomo. Full schedule and more information:visitkokomo.org
Concerts start at 6 p.m. and several main acts (listed below) will have an opener play as well. Highlights:
- June 8: Material Girl & The Fame Monster
- July 13: Firefighter’s Jeep Jam, featuring Check Your Head, a Beastie Boys tribute
- Sept. 7: Uncle Kracker
Mooresville Summer Concert Series
Pioneer Park,1101 Indianapolis Roadin Mooresville. Full schedule and more information:mooresvilleparks.com
Concerts start at 7 p.m. Highlights:
- June 7: Bonham-Holdman
- June 13: My Yellow Rickshaw
- July 18: Chickenbone
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Contact IndyStar reporter Domenica Bongiovanni at 317-444-7339 or d.bongiovanni@indystar.com. Follow her on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter: @domenicareports.
