I was at the Brownsburg Farmers Market opening day and got to enjoy music performed by the Twilite Nites. Several market-goers had chairs set up to watch the band as they played jazz versions of some classic songs. They were fantastic and seeing them play really got me excited to check out more bands playing over the next few months. After doing a little research, I was blown away by how many concerts Hendricks County has to offer. Here's a list of just some of the outdoor music to enjoy this summer in Hendricks County:
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Hendricks County Rib-Fest & Balloon Glow
Date: June 25 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Location: Kingsway Christian Church Performer: Deep Fried Pickle Project (4:30 p.m.) and Jambox (7:30 p.m.) Admission: FREE, $5 ParkingConcert by the Creek
Date: July 8 & August 26 Performer: My Yellow Rickshaw (July 8) and The Doo (August 26) Location: Washington Township Community Park Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Admission: FREEBrownsburg
Summer Concert Series
Date: June 25 - September 18 Time: 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Location: Arbuckle Acres Park Performer: Jessie Brown (June 26), Not Your Average Boy Band (July 10), Jambox (July 31), Soul Street (Aug. 14), Corey Cox (Aug. 28), The Doo (Sept. 18) Admission: FREE Come early for the Brownsburg Street Eats food truck rallies and fun lawn games.Rev Rally Fanfest
Date: June 21 Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Location: Brownsburg Town Hall Green Performer: 800 lb. Gorilla Admission: FREE Race cars from NMCA Pro Mod muscle cars to NHRA Top Fuel Dragsters will be on display, and fans can meet some drivers who race at Lucas Oil Raceway. The event will also feature games and concessions.Danville
Summer Sounds Concert Series
Date: June 18-Sept. 17 Time: Gates open at 6:30 p.m., Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Location: Danville Historic Courthouse Square Performer: MoJo Gumbo (June 18), Zanna-Doo (July 16), Levi Riggs (August 20), and Audiodacity (September 17) Admission: $7 (Adults age 21 and up), FREE (under age 21). ID required. Season pass is $20. A food court and beer garden are available. No coolers permitted.Danville Music Palace Benefit Concert
Date: July 4 Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Location: Danville Music Palace Performer: Gordon Bonham Admission: $10 donation This concert will benefit the Make A Wish foundation.Symphony in Ellis Park
Date: July 14 Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m., Concert begins at 8:15 p.m. Location: Ellis Park Performer: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Admission: Adults (Age 16 and above) $18 in advance/$20 at the gate; Children (ages 4-15) $8 in advance/$10 at the gate; Parking $10. Enjoy "Movie Music" by composer John Williams.Plainfield
Hummel Park Concert Series
Date: July 23, Aug. 20, Sept. 17 Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. July 23, and 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Aug. 20 and Sept. 17 Location: Hummel Park Performer: Endless Summer Band (July 23), Big Roscoe & The Hammers (Aug. 20), Cook & Belle (Sept. 17) Admission: FREEPlay'nfield in the Park
Date: July 30 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Location: Hummel Park Performing Arts Center Performer: Performances by Launch Pad Rock School and musical performances during the Plainfeld's Got Talent talent show Admission: FREEMusic on the Veranda at Chateau Thomas Winery
Date: June 17 & 24, check the website for more dates in July, August, and September Time: 7:00 p.m., food service begins at 6:00 p.m. Location: Chateau Thomas Winery Performer: Paul Bertsch Band (June 17) and CPR Revival (June 24)Be sure to watch for live performances at the farmers markets and other events and festivals throughout the summer, too. Whether you're a fan of country, folk, classical, pop, jazz, soul, or other music, you're sure to discover a musical group you love this summer in Hendricks County.