The Desolate Hearts

Buona & The Original Rainbow Cone

The Loves Park, IL community and surrounding neighborhoods are cordially invited to join Buona & The Original Rainbow Cone for our grand opening on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

Loves Park

Dirty Pop @ Alchemy at Aldeen

Relax on the patio and enjoy music by the green. Wine specials and truly delicious food! Call 815-987-1662 for reservations.

Eastside Rockford

Lola Blu @ Crazy Times Pub & Grub

*Duo Acoustic* Lola Blu is a rising Country Singer-Songwriter with a striking voice that has effortless elegance with a rasp and a captivating stage presence, Lola Blu is poised to leave an incredible mark on the music industry. Hailing from the City of Rockford, Illinois, Lola Blu discovered her passion for music at a young age, channeling her emotions and experiences into performing. Drawing inspiration from the likes of iconic artists such as Lainey Wilson, Miranda Lambert, and Whiskey Myers, she has crafted a sound that seamlessly blends elements of Country and Southern Rock with her own unique flair.

BLUE STEEL @ Timber Pointe Golf Club

Join us at Timber Pointe Golf Club for their “Beers, Bands, and Food Trucks” Thursday night summer concert series! This is the make up date from the rain out date in June. Praying for good weather! We will see yall on the stage!!

Poplar Grove

Paul Bronson Acoustic @ Rockford City Market

Paul Bronson Acoustic Music will be back @ Rockford City Market on Friday, September 20th from 5-7:00pm. It’s always a great time at City Market. This will be one of the last Markets for 2024 so you don’t want to miss it!! Hope to see you there!!

Downtown Rockford

Glow in the Garden at Nicholas Conservatory

Celebrate the end of summer with Glow in the Garden at Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens – there’s something for everyone! Purchase a floating lantern to personalize and release into the Eclipse Lagoon, run a unique glowing 5k along the Rock River, and enjoy family fun throughout the gardens. Veedubs will be on hand for a cash bar and a variety of food trucks will be on-site. Entry to the event is free. Fees apply for lanterns, glow merch, 5k, and food trucks. 6-9 pm: Glow in the Garden Lagoon Lanterns $5 per lantern; pre-purchase here: https://nicholasconservatory.com/glow-in-the-garden Lanterns are also sold the night of the event while supplies last! 6-9pm pm: Glowing family activities in the outdoor gardens. FREE! 7 pm: Glow in the Garden 200-meter Kids Fun Run – FREE! 7:30 pm: Glow in the Garden 5k Run/Walk Includes t-shirt, NCG admission ticket, and beverage ticket. Register here: https://nicholasconservatory.com/glow-in-the-garden Early registration (through 8/18)………………….$30 Regular registration (through 9/19) ……………..$35 Day-Of Registration (9/20) …………………………$40 Ages 12 and under ……………………………………$20

Murphy’s Fall Festival

September is Suicide Prevention Month!! Please help us in the fight supporting our partners!! Marshmallow Hope Greg Lindmark Foundation .. etc Join us this fall for the 2-day spectacular event with live music by Wayland The Texas Chainstore Managers Cowboy the Kid Rock Tribute band Blind Panic

Eastside Rockford

Chris Lewis Music @ Louie’s Tap House

I am so excited to be heading back to Roscoe, IL this September for another awesome evening of “Good Times & Acoustic Vibes” on Tap at Louie’s Taphouse!

Roscoe

Three Good Men @ Splitter’s Bar & Grill

In the Lounge and welcome Harlem HS Class reunion!

Loves Park

Danny Grams

I play multiple genres and a handful of originals. There’s a little something for everyone at these easy-listening casual shows!

Westside Rockford

BootLeg Soul @ Neighbors Bar & Grill

Our last show of the year!! Come out and have some fun with us!! Been awhile since we’ve been at Neighbors!

Loves Park

VanDwellers @ Pig Minds Brewing Co.

Come join us for Pig Minds Brewing Co’s annual Oktoberfest celebration! There will fabulous food, drinks, games, and music all day! We’ll be jamming from 3-6PM, and can’t wait to see you there!

Machesney Park

Sheez-It @ Benny’s at Nest

Hey Machesney Park, Sheez-It is coming to GROOVE at Benny’s @ Nest! We’ve had several people from the Machesney Park and Loves Park area asking for us to play in their area and Benny’s @ Nest is THE place!

Machesney Park

Rhythm Rockets Burpee Museum of Natural History

Join us for a night of elegance and excitement: Burpee Museum’s premier fundraiser. This upscale evening gala is the perfect blend of sophistication and fun, offering a unique opportunity to support the museum while enjoying an unforgettable night out. With special guest- Nicole Kestler on vocals! BURPEE MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 737 N Main St Rockford, IL 6:30-10:00PM More details to follow

Westside Rockford

Dead Man’s Hand

DMH and Nellie’s are hosting a fundraiser for Danny’s Toy Show. DTS is an annual toy drive founded by Dan Tritten. The toys will be purchased and delivered to children in treatment centers to make their hospital stay a little more comfortable and enjoyable. Please consider a cash donation. Any and all proceeds to benefit DTS. Dead Man’s Hand will be playing outside from 7-11. Danny’s Toy Show will be held the next day at Neighbor’s in Loves Park. With a variety of bands and artists to enjoy.

Pecatonica

Chris Lewis Music @ Souses Lounge

I am so excited for this debut show at Souses Lounge in Rockford, IL! Please join us on Saturday, September 21st for an awesome evening filled with delicious food, ice cold drinks, and rockin’ acoustic covers of hits from the 70s to now and a few originals as well! Showtime is from 7-10PM I hope to see you all there!

Eastside Rockford

That Gurl @ Louie’s Tap House

That Gurl provides a mix of rock, funk, disco, and soul, ensuring a vibrant and engaging atmosphere from the 70s…for the audience.

Roscoe

Jeff Keefer @ RBI Bourbon Street Lounge

Jeff Keefer performs Solo Acoustic Mix 60’s,70’s, 80’s & 90’s Rock & Country

Eastside Rockford

SWINGfish @ Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Rockford

A great night of smooth Sinatra style jazz tunes (male & female vocals), with an excellent staff that we have known since the beginning of Rockford Casino days. All combined to make your new experience the very best at Hard Rock Casino in Rockford!

Eastside Rockford

Live Karoke

Come sing your heart out with our Live Karaoke every Saturday night

Belvidere

Random AF @ Splitters

We are soooo ready for a Saturday night of fun & funk! It’s our debut show at Splitters inside Park Lanes, and we can’t wait to show them how we party! 8-12 NO COVER!

Loves Park

The 80’s Hit List @ Neighbors Bar & Grill

Come dance and sing to the best 80’s cover band in the area!

Loves Park

Shifty Shafer @ The Mill Saloon

Sat Sept 21st Shifty Shafer Premiers brings their Rock and Roll Dance Party to The Mill Saloon Located at 9032 N 2nd St, in Machesney Park, IL Shifty Shafer will hit the stage @ 8PM and will play your favorite Rock and Roll dance songs until 12:00 am.. It’s going to be one hell of a party! Hope to see everyone there!

Machesney Park

Some Friends of Mine

815 cover band made of 6 friends who love playing great music that spans 8 decades!

Loves Park

Rat Baxter @ Mortimer’s Roadhouse

Dance Rock Party 70s 80s 90s

Poplar Grove

Sheez-It Duoz

Wendy & Shelley (aka Sheez-It Duoz) will be hopping in to play among other area musicians for Danny’s Toy Show ’24! This is a VERY worthy cause in honor of Danny Tritten who tragically passed away in 2008. Danny’s Toy Show raises money to buy toys, stuffed animals, video games, movies, art supplies, books and much more for UW Health Swedish American Pediatric Unit. They’ve been working directly with the hospital Child Life office to meet the needs of the kids for the last 15 years! The event starts at 11 AM and features many area acts including: Something Simple Six Speed Lei n Dave Rollin’ Whiskey Jordyn Jenkins Kevin & Greg Mikey LaBay Medina Tritten Experience Stereotype It’s going to be a FULL day of music for a GREAT cause! Join us at Neighbors Bar & Grill for this worthwhile event!

Loves Park

Shifty Shafer @ The Mill Saloon

Machesney Park

Miles Nielsen & The Rusted Hearts

Relax on the patio and enjoy music by the green. Wine specials and truly delicious food! Call 815-987-1662 for reservations.

Eastside Rockford

Three Good Men @ Hard Rock Casino Rockford

The Three Good Men ( 3GM ) are a spinoff version of the widely recognized N Illinois favorites Men of Our Times, in an informal, acoustic set. You’re likley to hear some songs you wouldn’t expect along with a bunch that you will recognize. Fun, informal

Eastside Rockford

Judas Priest Pre Party

Come Hot Rockin’ at the Stump with 96.7 the Eagle and Double TT who will be broadcasting live! Join us for ticket giveaways, Miller Lite specials, and delicious Macianos pizza! Best of all you can leave the driving to us when you take the Stumpys Party Bus to the show. The Party bus is $10 and includes round trip transportation, drinks, and a complimentary Stumpys koozie….bus leaves at 6:30,signup starts at 4:00 pm….first come first serve!

Eastside Rockford South Rockford

Judas Priest @ BMO Center

Sale Dates and Times: Public Onsale : Fri, 14 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM Official Platinum Presale : Wed, 12 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM Official Platinum Onsale : Fri, 14 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM Artist Presale : Wed, 12 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 13 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM Live Nation Presale : Thu, 13 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM Spotify Presale : Thu, 13 Jun 2024 at 12:00 PM Venue Presale : Thu, 13 Jun 2024 at 10:00 AM

Downtown Rockford

Chris Lewis

Soothing acoustic serenades aged in oak barrels with notes of smokey ambiance and velvety vocals.

Sunset Stripped @ Wild Cherries

Fret, Scotty & Jill are rolling back into Wild Cherries with the Sunset Stripped Acoustic Rock Show! Be sure to make plans to kick off your last weekend of September with them!

Belvidere

The Blues Hawks @ Stumpy’s Pub

Join us for a free outdoor show with The Blues Hawks and Special Guest Riley Sanders of Redwood.

South Rockford

Sunset Strip @ Rascals Bar and Grill

This show is always a blast and it just so happens to be our 11th Annual “BEERS ON THE BAND” Fan Appreciation Show! This year it’s once again going to be at Rascal’s for another raucous evening of 80’s music and debauchery! As a thank you to all of our fans who come out and party with us week after week, both near and far, we invite you all to come out and have a drink on us! It’s the least we can do and a small, but tasty, token of our appreciation for all of you who support us and love live music! We’ll see you front and center! Free Beer starts at 7:30pm and ends at 8:30pm (or while supplies last if before then) followed immediately

Loves Park

Live Karoke

Come sing your heart out with our Live Karaoke every Saturday night

Belvidere

STEREOtype Band Splitter’s Bar & Grill

Liz is our band mom, co-manager, and overall Gage’s boss. Come celebrate her birthday with us! Live Music. Hot women. Cold beer!

Loves Park

Fall Fairways Music Fest

Welcome to our premiere Fall Fairways Music Fest! Our lush, tree-lined landscape is the perfect setting, like our own private Ravinia. Enjoy a day of great music, delicious food from our food trucks, and an incredible fireworks finale after the show! Don’t forget to try our specialty cocktails courtesy of our signature sponsor, ROCK’N Vodka. VIP guests can look forward to a special menu to elevate their experience. Gather your friends, neighbors, colleagues, and family. This is a must-see show! Recommended ages 12+. Headliner 7th Heaven will play alongside Serendipity, two of Chicago’s finest. This terrific duo packs a serious rock-n-roll punch. Spanning the decades, they’re always a fan favorite! Rockford’s own Shuffle This has their own following – kicking things off at 2 pm. Gates open at 12 noon, with an 8 pm closing. *If event is cancelled due to weather, the VIP will be moved inside and the General Admission will be refunded.

Oct 2024

Jeff Keefer

KEE-FER / Solo Acoustic Show Rock, Country & more 60’s, 70’s, 80’s & 90’s Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, Oasis, Keith Urban , Jimmy Buffett, Alan Jackson, Neil Young , Don Henley

Belvidere

Oct 2024

Rock City

Rock City, a hard rock group from 1978-82 ,reformed in 2017 with 3 founding members.

Belvidere

Oct 2024

Wait, What? @ Rascals

The 90’s/00’s are back at Rascals Bar and Grill! The gang in Wait, What? are performing as a full band trio playing all your favorite 90’s/00’s hits from 8-11pm!