Love music? There are many wonderful opportunities to see a summer concert outdoors in our area. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs or a blanket, and let the kids dance on the grass while you relax and enjoy the entertainment. We will continue to update this guide throughout the summer.
Note that performers may change or concerts may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather.
ACTON
NARA Park hosts concerts throughout the summer at the Amphitheater. Parking is available at the upper fields parking lot, 75 Quarry Road. Admission is free for many concerts; check individual listings.
- June 24: A Night of Chinese Music and Dance (Free)
- July 21: Yellow Brick Road - Tribute to Elton John
- July 28: The Breakers - Tribute to Tom Petty
- August 4: The Little Mermen - The Ultimate Disney Tribute Show
- August 11:Hollywood Nights - Tribute to Bob Seger
- August 23: Kids Concert Night! (Free)
- August 25: Tusk - The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show
BEDFORD
The Bedford Recreation Department hosts a free Summer Concert Series on Mudge Way on Thursday evenings at 7 PM.
- July 27: Rene & The Renegades with Knucklebones
- August 3: White-Eyed Lizard Band with Special Event-Trackless Train
CONCORD
Concord Recreation holds free summer concerts in West Concord. Rideout Field will transform into a place to jam with the whole family. Concerts are held several Thursdays this July from 6-9pm.
- July 20: Beantown Swing Orchestra
- July 27: The Reminisants
- August 3: Ben Rudnick and Friends (Children Concert)
- August 10: The Brandy Band
The Concord Main Library usually holds free weekly outdoor summer concerts for children of all ages.
- June 26: Rockabye Beats Musical Concert
- July 10: Hugh Hanley
- July 24: Robert the Guitar Guy
- July 31: Alan Goodrich
The Nashoba Brooks School hosts a family-friendly fun with Summer Wonders Crafts & Concerts. Crafts are held from 4-5pm with shows begining at 5:00pm - rain or shine!
- July 26: Chalk Painting & Steve's Songs Concert
- August 2: Turtle Time & Ball in the House Concert
- August 9: Amazing Art & Mark Erelli Concert
LEXINGTON
The Lexington Bicentennial Band free summer concerts are on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM at Lexington High School Quad
The Lexington Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Summer Concert every Friday evening July-August at Emery Park at Depot Square at 6:30 PM.
- July 7: Soft Touch Band
- July 14: New Groove
- July 21: Ben Rudnick & Friends
- July 28: JUMPIN JUBA
- August 4: Classic Groove
- August 11: Gypsy Six
- August 18: The Leeds
- August 25: Black Sea Salsa
The Metropolitan Wind Symphony holds a series of outdoor summer concerts in Hastings Park at 7:30pm during the month of July.
LINCOLN
Lincoln Parks & Recreation holds a series of free outdoor summer concerts at Codman Pool in Lincoln. All concerts begin at 6:00 pm at the Codman Pool on Ballfield Road. Concerts are free, pool may be used during the show for $5 per person.
- July 12: Black Sea Salsa
- July 19: Kat Chapman Band
- July 26: The Honey Steelers
- August 2: Knock on Wood
- August 9: The Nays (5:30-7:30pm)
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary holds a series of occasional summer concerts. Information on 2023 concerts is not yet available.
MAYNARD
The Maynard Community Band holds occasional concerts throughout the summer. After two years, they will finally be back at Memorial Park in Maynard for summer concerts. Wednesday's at 7pm until the end of August.
Erikson's Ice Cream holds summer concerts with Mr. Vic throughout the summer from 6:30-7:30pm.
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