There’s no better way to enjoy the summer sunsets than free outdoor concerts. Bookmark this list for a season full of live music, food trucks, and fun.
SouthPark After 5 | Thursdays, weekly | 5-9 p.m. | Symphony Park | Free | This free series features family-friendly activities, live music, food trucks, and more. Pro tip: Bring your lawn chairs.
River Jam | Thursdays-Saturdays, May-September | 7 p.m. | US National Whitewater Center | $12 parking | Bring the family and pups to this outdoor series by the rushing rapids.
Uptown Unplugged: Lunchtime Music Series | Wednesdays, weekly through June 4 | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Romare Bearden Park | Free | Unplug from the workday to grab lunch in Uptown before jamming to live music.
Sundown Sounds | Various days, June 12-Aug. 21 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Various locations | Mecklenburg County is bringing back this series at multiple Park and Recreation locations across the county.
Party in the Park | Select Sundays | 1-5 p.m. | The Mint Museum Randolph | Free | This monthly event fills the front terrace with food trucks, live music, and a cash bar + free museum admission.
Friday Night Music | Fridays, weekly | 6-9 p.m. | Camp North End | Free | Every week brings a new experience to the Boileryard — a DJ dance party, music-themed markets, and live bands.
Concerts on the Green | Various Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 24 | 6-8 p.m. | Village Green, Davidson | Prepare to groove to tribute bands playing all types of tunes from beach music to jazz.
Concerts at the Circles | Various Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 18 | 5-9 p.m. | Jetton Street, Davidson | This block party will feature acoustic artists, plus live bands.
Anne Springs Close Greenway Summer Concert Series | Thursdays, weekly through July 24 | Anne Springs Close Greenway | $5 parking | Bring a picnic, or buy food and drinks at this family and pet-friendly event.