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Summer in the greater Lansing area means free music in the park nearly every week, with outdoor concerts bringing together local bands, families, and neighbors for live performances, community connection, and relaxed evenings outdoors.
These events often coincide with markets and feature food vendors, lawn seating, and activities for all ages, making music in the park a Lansing-area seasonal tradition.
Music in the park events provide a wonderful opportunity for people of all ages to gather outdoors and enjoy live musical performances, creating an inclusive community atmosphere.
Here’s where you can find music in the park this summer:
| City | Dates | What You Should Know |
|---|---|---|
| Lansing Eastwood Towne Center | June 16, 23, 30; July 7, 14, 21; August 4, 11 6 PM | Bring a chair or dine al fresco at Bravo! or Mitchell’s Fish Market |
| Delta Township Sharp Park | May 18, June 15, July 20 7 PM | Bring a chair or blanket and settle in on the ball diamond. Free. |
| City | Dates | What You Should Know |
|---|---|---|
| MSU/East Lansing Courtyard outside Beaumont Tower | June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26 6 PM | Rain or shine, with cancellations only in the case of severe weather. Picnics are welcome. Free. |
| Meridian Township Marketplace on the Green | June 3, 10, 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26; September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 6:30 PM | Running alongside the Wednesday Farmers’ Market. The market takes place from 3 – 7 PM. |
| City of Lansing Various Locations | June 10, 17, 24; July 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5 7 PM | Bring a chair or blanket. Concerts rotate through various parks in the Lansing area. See link under City for more information. |
| St. Johns | June 17, 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5, 12, 19, 26; September 2 7 PM | Concerts are held at the William E. Tennant Performance Shell. They are free to attend, rain or shine, with donations gratefully accepted. |
| City | Dates | What You Should Know |
|---|---|---|
| Laingsburg McClintock Park Pavilion | June 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13 6 PM | Concerts may be moved indoors in the event of inclement weather. Food venders on-site. |
| Mason Ingham County Courthouse Front Step | May 21; June 11, 25; July 9, 23; August 13, 27; September 17 6:30 PM | Free, family-friendly concerts featuring local music & food |
| DeWitt Riverside Park | July 16, 23, 30; August 6 7 PM | Great music, great food, and weekly raffle prizes. Bring a blanket or chair. |
| Grand Ledge Jaycee Park | June 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13 7 PM | Bring your friends and a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the concert. Food concessions will be available onsite, along with access to a new playground and splash pad. So don’t forget a towel! |
| Holt Veterans Memorial Gardens | July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7 PM | Bring your friends and family & enjoy food from a local food truck |
| Owosso Mitchell Amphitheater | July 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6 7 PM | Free |
| Williamston American Legion Bandshell | May 21; June 11, 18, 25; July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13, 20 7 PM | Invite your friends and bring a lawn chair or blanket to relax during the concert in Williamston’s Social District, and pick up a To-Go Cup from a nearby pub. |
| City | Dates | What You Should Know |
|---|---|---|
| Haslett Lake Lansing Band Shell | May 29; June 5, 12, 19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; August 7, 13 6 PM | Admission and parking are free, and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and a picnic. Family-friendly activities are available for kids. Alcohol is not permitted. |
| East Lansing Ann St Plaza | May 22; June 5; July 10, 24; August 7, 21 6 or 7 PM | Bring a lawn chair or blanket, grab a bite in downtown East Lansing, and take advantage of outdoor dining at restaurants next to the plaza. |
Do you know of a local community offering summer music that is not on our list? Comment below and we will add it. Thanks!
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