Free Outdoor Concert Series

Looking for live music in Kenosha, Wisconsin?

In the summertime, one of the Kenosha Area’s most distinguishing characteristics is that so many free outdoor concert series are offered here! That’s a lot of great entertainment for residents and visitors to enjoy. Musicians from the local, regional, and national circuit perform for audiences of all ages here in Southeastern Wisconsin. 

So pack the lawn chairs and blankets in the car, visit our local eateries to put together a tasty picnic basket, and plan to relax for a few hours as you listen to some great music. Then press “repeat” the next day, and the day after that!

Here’s your free Kenosha summer concerts itinerary:

(Follow the links for times and lineups. Links are posted as information becomes available. Most concerts are only held weather permitting.)

TUESDAYS: 

Tuesdays At The Shell

At Sesquicentennial Bandshell at Pennoyer Park in Kenosha.

2025: Tuesdays, July 1 to August 26

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Music at Twilight

On the lawn of Anderson Arts Center in Kenosha. If inclement weather occurs on the day of any scheduled concert, performances will be moved indoors next door to the Simmons Gymnasium at Kemper Center.

2025: June 3, June 17, July 1, July 15, July 29, August 12, August 26

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WEDNESDAYS: 

Kenosha Pops 

At Sesquicentennial Bandshell at Pennoyer Park in Kenosha.

2025: Wednesdays, June 18 to August 6. As well as July 4.

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Lincoln Park Live! 

At Lincoln Park in Kenosha.

2025: July 16, July 23, August 6, August 20

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Bristol Woodstock

At Bristol Woods Park in Bristol.

2025: Wednesdays, June 11 to August 13

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Sound Waves: The Beach House's Acoustic Music Series

At Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island in Kenosha.

2025: Wednesdays, May 28 to August 27 (includes a few Open Mic events)

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THURSDAYS: 

Peanut Butter & Jam

At Veterans Memorial Park in Kenosha.

2025: Thursdays, July 10 to August 28

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Rhythm on the Lake Concert Series

At Old Settlers Park in Paddock Lake.

2025: Thursdays, June 12 to August 21 (with the exception of July 3)

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WEEKENDS: 

Enjoy live music on select days at the Petrifying Springs Biergarten and the Hansen Park Beer Garden!

SATURDAYS: 

Also find live music at Kenosha Public Market and Kenosha HarborMarket on Saturdays. It’s totally free to enjoy the music and browse the markets! Both markets are outdoors starting the second Saturday of May through October.

Disclaimer: Event details are subject to change. Visit Kenosha doesn’t own or operate the events detailed in this calendar. If you have specific questions about an event or want to verify information, please use the contact information listed on each event page.

Each year, you’ll find exact dates and lineups on the Visit Kenosha Events Calendar as the information becomes available.