Tuesday Evening in the Gardens

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens features local, regional and nationally touring musicians

Tuesday Evening in the Gardens features local, regional and nationally touring musicians.

Join friends and family for a summer filled with live music and comradery in this beautiful outdoor setting.

2026 Summertime Concert Series

Guests Invited to Enter & Set-Up Seating Areas Starting at 5:00 PM

Blankets, Lawn Chairs & Small Tables are Welcome

Opener at 5:45 pm | Headliner at 6:30 pm

May 26	Swingbilly RFD Rockford, IL Opening: Kelly Steward Rockford, IL	July 14	LOVE with Johnny Echols Los Angeles, CA Opening: Emily Hurd Rockford, IL
June 2	Dueling Pianos W/Anthony Sanders Chicago, IL Opening: R & R Institute Rockford, IL	July 21	The Cactus Blossoms Minneapolis, MN Opening: OriHana Chicago, IL
June 9	Too Deep Rockford, IL Opening: The Danhattans Rockford, IL	July 28	Strange Americans Denver, CO Opening: Dan Maguire Rockford, IL
June 16	Steph Strings Melbourne, AU Opening: Emilio Salinas Rockford, IL	August 4	Danielle Nicole Band Nashville, TN Opening: Cash Box Kings Chicago, IL
June 23	Alysha Brilla Brampton, ON Opening: RYA Nashville, TN	August 11	The Watson Twins Nashville, TN Co-Headlining: Emily Nenni Nashville, TN
June 30	Miles Nielsen and the Rusted Hearts Rockford, IL Opening: 40 North Rockford, IL	August 18	Deep Blue Something Denton, TX Opening: Josh Caterer Chicago, IL
July 7	Howie Day Brewer, ME Opening: Eli Parker Rockford, IL	August 25	Them Coulee Boys Eau Claire, WI Opening: Rollin’ Whiskey Rockford, IL

Cost of Regular Garden Admission for Basic & Non-Members

Adults $13, Seniors $12, Students & Military $11, Children 5 & under FREE

Off-Site Parking Located at the College of Medicine

Complimentary Shuttle Service Offered to & from Visitor Center

Carry-in Picnic Suppers Welcome

Carry-In Beverages Are Not Allowed – Bags will be checked upon entry.

Host A Private Event During Tuesday Evening in the Gardens

For Details & Availability, Contact John Gleason