Join us this summer for a series of free music events in a wide range of genres for a variety of ages.
The Bazillions
Be entertained by rocking guitars, clever lyrics and energetic music played by The Bazillions, a kid-friendly rock-and-roll band. For youth ages 2 and older with caregivers.
Pleasant Hill
Monday, June 8, 2–4 p.m.
Aronson Park (Pan-o-Prog Youth Play Day)
Friday, July 10 10–10:45 a.m.
Root Pickers
Join us as veterans of the local music scene play acoustic folk, country, blues, bluegrass and rock 'n roll from Bob Dylan to Chuck Berry to Bill Monroe, to Irish music and more, featuring Vocals with guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle and bass. For adults.
Wescott (Music in the Stacks)
Wednesday, June 10, 6–7 p.m.
Pleasant Hill
Saturday, June 20, 2–3 p.m.
Charlie Maguire Performs at Flag Day Celebration
Join us for a Flag Day celebration featuring free flags and a musical performance from Charlie Maguire. Learn more about services provided by Dakota County Veterans Services and Eagan Beyond the Yellow Ribbon. Presented in partnership with Dakota County Veterans Services. Light refreshments will be provided. For adults.
Wescott
Friday, June 12, 10 a.m.-noon
Will Sings Songs
Enjoy this entertaining music performance sure to put a smile on your face featuring original songs focusing on positivity, joy and curiosity for the natural world. Presented by Will Sings Songs. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers.
Nicollet Commons Park
12550 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville
Saturday, June 13, 10–10:45 a.m.
Wentworth
Saturday, Aug. 15, 11–11:45 a.m.
Anita Ruth and T. Mychal Rambo
Experience the legacy and power of African American poetry and music. Beginning with songs of freedom, discover not only the beauty of the compositions, but also the power of language in communicating ideas, experiences and emotions. For adults.
Galaxie
Thursday, June 18, 6–7 p.m.
Laulu Aika
Enjoy the feel and sounds of historic Finnish American dance halls of the last century with waltz, polka, schottische, mazurka, tango, humppa and other dance demonstrations and audience participation. For adults.
Inver Glen
Tuesday, June 23, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Roe Family Singers
Hear selections featuring the banjo, guitar, fiddle, autoharp, jug, washboard and more from this good-time, old-time, husband and wife duo.
Farmington at Top-the-Tator Days (all ages)
Under the Big Tent at 325 Oak St.
Saturday, June 27, 10–10:45 a.m.
Robert Trail (adults)
Saturday, July 25, noon–1 p.m.
Heart & Soul Drum Academy
Enjoy the music of the talented youth performers from Heart & Soul Drum Academy, an arts organization from St. Paul that helps kids increase focus, discipline and teamwork skills while celebrating African culture through drumming and dance. Learn about the Djembe drum and African dance. For youth ages 4 and older with caregivers.
Wescott
Saturday, June 27, 2–2:45 p.m.
The Jolly Pops
Enjoy upbeat, original music with a host of children's standards for a concert that is sure to please kids and adults alike. Take a fun ride with the Happy Dads and their puppet friends as they sing about alligator dancing, popsicles, trains, pet dinosaurs and everything in between. For youth ages 2 and older with caregivers.
Heritage
Tuesday, June 30, 1–1:45 p.m.
Tjärnblom
Hear acoustic traditional music from Sweden, Finland and Minnesota played on nyckelharpas, mandolins and a harmonium. For adults.
Kaposia
Tuesday, June 30, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Music in the Stacks: Curtis & Loretta
Enjoy folk and story songs performed by the award-winning husband and wife duo, featuring extraordinary harmonies, stringed instruments, original songs and traditional pieces from America and the British Isle. For adults.
Wescott
Wednesday, July 8, 6-7 p.m.
Will Hale & The Tadpole Parade
Kids are the rock stars in this captivating music performance. Clap, dance and sing to a mix of festive drums, guitar, mandolin, harmonica and spectacular air guitar jamming. For youth ages 2 and older. Siblings welcome.
Robert Trail
Tuesday, July 14, 10–10:45 a.m.
Captain Cool Kid
Join us for fun and original comedic pop songs. Captain Cool Kid will have you singing and dancing along. For ages 2 and older with their caregivers. Siblings welcome.
Kaposia
Thursday, July 16, 10:30–11 a.m.
Freedom Songs with Joe Davis – Live Freedom Funk Performance
Experience a high-energy concert experience with music collective, The Poetic Diaspora, fusing poetry, Hip Hop, soul, and funk to celebrate joy, love, and liberation with Joe Davis. For adults.
Wentworth
Saturday, July 18, 2–3 p.m.
Charlie Maguire
Hear renowned folk singer-songwriter Charlie Maguire sings his songs about Minnesota places, weather, and stories of heroes. For adults.
Heritage
Saturday, July 25, 2–3 p.m.
Tropics Steel Drum Band
Enjoy reggae, calypso, steel drum, soca, ska, Latin, dance hall style and other music genres performed by authentic Caribbean instrumentalists at this upbeat musical presentation. For adults.
Farmington
Wednesday, July 29, 4–5 p.m.
Torres-Peña
Enjoy a lively musical performance by Torres-Peña, who will sing songs and play traditional music from Mexico. For adults.
Wescott (Music in the Stacks)
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 6–7 p.m.
Todd 'n' Tina
Join us for high energy, silly and funny music that will have you dancing and jumping uncontrollably. For youth ages 2 and older with their caregivers.
Inver Glen
Thursday, Aug. 13, 10–10:45 a.m.