Join us this summer for a series of free music events in a wide range of genres for a variety of ages.
Charlie Maguire
Hear renowned folk singer-songwriter Charlie Maguire sings his songs about Minnesota places, weather and stories of heroes. For adults.
Pleasant Hill
Tuesday, June 17, 6–7 p.m.
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.
Burnhaven
Wednesday, June 18, 10–11 a.m.
Top the Tater Days in Downtown Farmington
325 Oak Street
Saturday, June 28, 10–11 a.m.
Music in the Stacks: Flamenco Guitarist Michael Hauser
Join us for a performance by the Minnesota guitarist considered the "Father of Midwest flamenco," exploring 500 years of guitar music and stories that come from his wide travels. For adults.
Wescott
Wednesday, June 18, 6–7 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 21, 2–3 p.m.
The Lost 40
Enjoy this mix of Irish traditional music, Minnesota north woods history and folklore with a finely-honed approach to song arrangement. For adults.
Robert Trail
Thursday, June 26, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
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.
Heritage
Monday, June 30, 10–10:45 a.m.
Music in the Stacks: Cláirseach
Join internationally known musicians Ann and Charlie Heymann for a performance of Irish and other Celtic music featuring a variety of instruments. For adults.
Wescott
Wednesday, July 16, 6–7 p.m.
TaikoArts Midwest
Learn about taiko drums and how they are made and gain an appreciation of the Japanese artform in this live performance of taiko drumming. Presented by COMPAS teaching artist TaikoArts Midwest. For youth ages 5 and older with caregivers.
Kaposia
Thursday, July 17, 10:30–11:30 a.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. For adults.
Inver Glen
Tuesday, July 29, 6:30–7:30 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.
Galaxie
Saturday, Aug. 2, 10–10:45 a.m.
Polka Sol
Hear Twin Cities musicians Ann Reed, Joan Griffith and Anita Ruth as they share music of many genres including Scandinavian, Irish, French, folk and pop. For adults.
Kaposia
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 6–7 p.m.
Rose Oyamot featuring The Rosie Posies
Join us for a sing-a-long, dance-a-long and laugh-a-long music performance featuring original and favorite tunes. This musical trio combines elements of jazz, pop, folk and rock for a fun and interactive experience. For youth ages 2 and older with caregivers.
Inver Glen
Thursday, Aug. 14, 10–11 a.m.
Music in the Stacks: Torres-Peña
Enjoy a lively musical performance by Torres-Peña, who will sing songs and play traditional music from Mexico. For adults.
Wescott
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 6–7 p.m.