Summer is upon us, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to make fun memories. What better way to bring your family together than with music? Southeast Michigan is full of summertime concerts for you and your family to enjoy.
Sound like the perfect event for you and your crew? Peruse this list to find some of the best music in the park events in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties. Once you find the one for you, grab a blanket and head out for an evening of musical memories.
Note: Some events are free, others require a fee for parking or admission. Call ahead to be sure.
Macomb County
Sunday Night Concert SeriesÂ
May 30-Sept. 5, 2021 (Sundays)
- Address: Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Parkway, Harrison Township
Bring a chair, or a blanket, and kick back to some fun tunes across multiple genres.
Summer Concert Series at Stony Creek Metropark
June 4, 18, July 2, 16, 30, Aug. 6 and 13, 2021
- Address: Stony Creek Metropark, 4300 Main Park Drive, Shelby Township
This event is fun for all ages. Enjoy the music of metro Detroit bands on Eastwood Beach.
Music on the Lake Concerts
June 9-Aug. 11, 2021 (Wednesdays)
- Address: Veterans Memorial Park, 32400 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores
This concert series opens with Teddy Petty and the Refugees on June 9 and features The Groove Council (July 23), Joey Vee Band (Aug. 4) and Air Margaritaville (Aug. 11), among others.
Summer Sounds
June 18-Sept. 6, 2021 (Fridays-Sundays)
- Address: The Mall at Partridge Creek, 17420 Hall Road, Clinton Township
Listen to nearly 40 local artists at this musical event. All shows are weather permitting.
Music in the Park in Macomb Township
June 24 and July 8-29, 2021 (Thursdays)Â
- Address: Macomb Corners Park, 19449 25 Mile Road, Macomb Township
There’s a Kidzone play area, complete with inflatables and games, in addition to the live musical performances. They happen rain or shine, so be sure to dress for the weather, and bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on during the show.
Midweek Music Concert Series
July 7-Aug. 25, 2021 (Wednesdays)
- Address: Walter and Mary Burke Park, 36300 Front St., New Baltimore
This free event is great for the whole family. Some of the musical acts include David Shelby on July 7, Foster & Lewis on July 21, Crewsade on Aug. 4 and Gobbies on Aug. 25.
Oakland County
Friday Night Live Concert Series
May 28, June 25, July 30 and Aug. 27, 2021
- Address: Center Street Park, downtown Milford area
The concerts will take place on the last Friday of the month during the summer months. Brought to you by the Huron Valley Council for the Arts and Milford DDA.
Concerts in the Park in Waterford
June 3-24, 2021 (Thursdays)
- Address: Hess-Hathaway Park, 825 S. Williams Lake Road, Waterford Township
Enjoy local talent and a featured band on this summer event. Food and beverages are available to purchase.
Concerts in the Park in Clarkston
June 11-July 16, 2021 (Fridays)Â
- Address: Depot Park, 375 Depot Road, Clarkston
Depot Park boasts Friday night concerts, which feature music from local talents along with big names like The Randy Brock Group and The Hustlers. There will also be face painting and ice cream for the little ones.
Stars in the Park in Farmington Hills
June 17-24 and July 8-Aug. 19, 2021 (Thursdays)
- Address: Heritage Park, 24915 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills (rain location is The Hawk in Farmington Hills)
Let the music entertain you while you relax under the stars at Heritage Park. Featured artists include Atomic Radio on July 8, High School Music on July 15, FCB Big Band on July 29 and The Whiskey Charmers on Aug. 5.
Lathrup Village Free Summer Concerts 2021
June 23-Aug. 11, 2021 (Wednesdays)
- Address: Lathrup Village Municipal Park, behind Lathrup Village City Hall, 27400 Southfield Road, Lathrup Village (rain location is in the community room at City Hall)
Some of the entertainers include Detroit Social Club on June 30, KGB on July 14, Yaminah on Aug. 4 and more.
Friday Nights Music Series in Auburn Hills
July 9-Aug. 27, 2021 (Fridays)Â
- Address: Riverside Park, 3311 Squirrel Court, Auburn Hills
Start your weekend off with live music every Friday night.
Marshbank Music Series 2.0 in West Bloomfield
July 14, 21 and 28, 2021
- Address: Marshbank Park, 2805 Hiller Road, West Bloomfield
Cool down the summer nights with some hot hits by three live bands. Rotating food trucks, too. Admission is $10/car.
Washtenaw County
Ann Arbor Civic Band Summer Concert Season
June 16-July 14, 2021 (Wednesdays)Â
- Address: West Park Band Shell, on Seventh Street between Miller and Huron streets, Ann Arbor
Enjoy the tunes of this 86-year-old community band at this annual concert series. Don’t forget to check out the kids’ concert on July 8.
Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights in Chelsea
July 1-Aug. 12, 2021 (Thursdays)Â
- Address: Various locations, downtown Chelsea area
This music extravaganza offers all kinds of genres of music performed live throughout the summer. There’s a sculpture walk, too.
Wayne County
Music in the Park in Dearborn
June 2-Aug, 18, 2021 (Wednesdays)
- Address: City Hall Park, 13615 Michigan Ave., Dearborn
This 12-week music series includes local entertainment including hip-hop, pop, jazz, rock, techno and reggae.
Music in the Air Concert Series in Plymouth
June 4-Sept. 3, 2021 (Fridays)Â
- Address: Kellogg Park, Main Street and Penniman Avenue, downtown Plymouth
This year’s artists include Dale Hicks on June 11, Magic Bus on July 23, Power Play Detroit on Aug.6 and many others.
Rockin’ on the Riverfront Summer Concert Series
June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2-3, 9, 16-17, 30, Aug. 6-7, 13, 20, 27-28 and Sept. 3, 2021
- Address: GM Riverfront Plaza, near the Renaissance Center in Detroit
This annual series officially kicks off summer in the D with some hard rock shows.
Wilcox Wednesdays Music in the Park
June 16-Aug. 18, 2021 (Wednesdays)
- Address: Kellogg Park, Main Street and Penniman Avenue, downtown Plymouth
Concerts begin on Wednesdays at noon. Check online for an updated schedule.
Music From The Heart Concert Series in Livonia
July 1-Aug. 26, 2021 (Thursdays)Â
- Address:Â Livonia City Hall, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia
This event brings the community together with a huge range of talents.
Summer Fun Series in Livonia
July 6-Aug. 17, 2021 (Tuesdays)Â
- Address:Â Livonia City Hall, 33000 Civic Center Drive, Livonia
This event brings the community together with a huge range of talents for the little ones. Musical acts include School of Rock, Zippity2Dads, Momford and Sons and more.
Tuesdays Are Terrific in Canton
July 13-Aug. 10, 2021 (Tuesdays)
- Address: Heritage Park Amphitheatre, near Canton Center Road and Heritage Park Drive, Canton
This year features performances by Matt Ball – Boogie Woogie Piano on July 13, Zippity 2 Dad on July 20, School of Rock on July 27, The Fairy Godmother of Music on Aug. 3 and Guy Louis. Catch a Family Music Performance on Aug. 10.
This post was originally published in 2016 and is updated regularly.Â
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