*Updated May 27, 2025.
Free Weekly Summer Concert Series
Wherever you go in the Lake George Area, on warm summer nights you’re likely to find live music emanating from one end of the region to the other. Pack your lawn chairs, a snack, and join friends and family for a live musical experience to be enjoyed by all!
Here is a list of all the FREE summer concert series across the Lake George Area:
Lake George
Musical Mondays, Mondays
Matt Donnelly and Susie Q take over during Musical Mondays at Shepard Park the month of July. Don’t forget your dancing shoes for this perfect blend of a DJ set and “live” entertainment.
Start Time: 6:30 p.m.
Dates: July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4
Tuesday Tribute Concert Series, Tuesdays
Singalong along to some of your favorite throwback songs at the Tuesday Tribute Concert Series led by Jonathan Newell in Shepard Park. A classical pianist, composer, rock guitarist, bassist, singer and Impresario, Jonathan Newell's lineup focuses on music from the 1960s to 1990s.
Lineup:
July 1 @ 7 p.m. – The Strand House Band (Rolling Stones, David Bowie, & more...)
July 8 @ 7 p.m. – Across the Pond (Beatles Tribute)
July 15 @ 7 p.m. – A Man Named Cash (Eric Hofmanis as Johnny Cash, Megan Houde as June Carter Cash)
July 22 @ 7 p.m. – The Bobcats (Salute to Bob Dylan)
July 29 @ 7 p.m. – Across the Pond (Beatles Tribute)
August 5 @ 7 p.m. – The Desperados (Tribute to the Eagles)
August 12 @ 7 p.m. – Strange Magic (Electric Light Orchestra Tribute)
August 19 @ 7 p.m. – Across the Pond (Beatles Tribute)
Lake George Arts Project Summer Concert Series, Wednesdays
The Lake George Arts Project Summer Concert Series presents a diverse mix of musicians on stage at the Shepard Park amphitheater. Come back every Wednesday evening to be entertained by Americana, Blues, Bluegrass, Caribbean Dance Beats, Folk, Jazz, Rock, Reggae, and everything in between.
Lineup:
July 2 @ 7 p.m. – Hubby Jenkins
July 9 @ 7 p.m. – The Saline Fiddler's Philharmonic
July 16 @ 7 p.m. – Cassandra Kubinski with Pete Muller & The Kindred Souls
July 23 @ 7 p.m. – Tops of Tress
July 30 @ 7 p.m. – Professor Louise & The Crowmatix with the Woodstock Horns
August 6 @ 7 p.m. – Ashley Wineland
August 20 @ 7 p.m. – Brass Queens
August 27 @ 7 p.m. – Warden and Co.
Thursday Night Community Band Concerts, Thursdays
Take in the sweet notes of the Lake George Community Band Concerts with a backdrop of the lake every Thursday night from the lawn at Shepard Park. Enjoy musical selections from movies and Broadway shows, as well as some patriotic tunes to accompany the Thursday Night Fireworks.
Start Time: 8 p.m.
Dates: June 19, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17
Fireworks Information: Lake George Thursday Night Fireworks is a completely free and recurring event kicking off on July 10 and beginning promptly at 9:30 p.m. every Thursday night during the summer season.
Fridays at the Lake Bands & Brews Concert Series, Fridays
Kick off your weekend the right way with some live music on the shores of Lake George at the Fridays at the Lake Concert Series in Shepard Park. Fridays in July and August are an extravaganza of live music that will have you on your feet, while wine, beer, and food vendors will entice you to take a seat. These concerts are also both pet-friendly and kid-friendly, with children’s activities including a bounce house, face painting, and more.
Lineup:
July 4 – A Blast @ 6 p.m. & The Refrigerators @ 7:30 p.m.
July 11 – Yellow Dog @ 6 p.m. & Soul Session @ 7:30 p.m.
July 18 – Blue House Rockets @ 6 p.m. & NY Players @ 7:30 p.m.
July 25 – Sundance @ 6 p.m. & The Refrigerators @ 7:30 p.m.
August 1 – Across the Pond @ 6 p.m. & Skeeter Creek @ 7:30 p.m.
August 8 – American Cafe @ 6 p.m. & The Accents @ 7:30 p.m.
August 22 – Flannel Kings @ 6 p.m. & Cryin' Out Loud @ 7:30 p.m.
August 29 – Lost Wages @ 6 p.m. & Ten Most Wanted @ 7:30 p.m.
City of Glens Falls
Glens Falls City Band/Jazz Band, Mondays
Glens Falls City Park is a beautiful setting for this free summer concert series. The City Band will take the gazebo on the first four Mondays, and the Jazz Band will follow for the last four – a total of eight amazing Monday night concerts in the heart of downtown. If you’ve booked a stay at the chic Queensbury Hotel, the musical notes emanating from directly across the street will lure you over. Just don’t forget your lawn chair!
Start Time: 6 p.m.
Dates: June 30, July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11, August 18
The City of Glens Falls also hosts a free outdoor cinema at City Park during the summer season. Opening night is July 11, and all showtimes are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Now Showing:
July 11 – Despicable Me 4
July 18 – Dog Man
July 25 – Inside Out 2
August 1 – Wild Robot
August 8 – Lilo & Stitch
August 22 – Minecraft
August 29 – Garfield: The Movie
September 5 – Labyrinth
The Park Theater Summer Concert Series at Crandall Park, Fridays
You don’t want to miss this Summer Concert Series! The Park Theater hosts this annual free outdoor summer concert series live from the Crandall Park Bandshell on Fridays. On-site food trucks will rotate throughout this series.
Lineup:
June 27 @ 7 p.m. – Wild Adriatic
July 4 @ 7 p.m. – Vocal Point
July 11 @ 7 p.m. – Chestnut Grove
July 18 @ 7 p.m. – Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band
July 25 @ 7 p.m. – Girl Blue
August 1 @ 7 p.m. – Sinkane
Thurman
Concerts in the Park, Mondays
Live music kickstarts the week on Monday evenings in the charming town of Thurman at Veteran’s Memorial Field behind the Thurman Town Hall. The Concerts in the Park lineup features a little bit of everything: country, bluegrass, folk, gospel, blues, jazz, rockabilly, and more. There is sure to be a concert for every musical taste.
Lineup:
July 7 @ 7 p.m. – Stony Creek Band
July 14 @ 7 p.m. – Lustre Kings
July 21 @ 7 p.m. – Whiskey River Band
July 28 @ 7 p.m. – Hollis Ovitt
August 4 @ 7 p.m. – Panther Mountain Band
August 11 @ 7 p.m. – The Broken Spur Band
August 18 @ 7 p.m. – Old Soul Trio
August 25 @ 7 p.m. – Wail On
Stony Creek
Music in the Park, Tuesdays
Nestled in the mountains, Stony Creek is a peaceful spot to take in live music. Enjoy up-and-coming and well-known musical acts from around the area at the Music in the Park concert series every Tuesday night at the Stony Creek Town Park – rain or shine! The park has a basketball court, softball field, playgrounds, picnic tables, and grills and offers the perfect opportunity to bring family and friends for a cookout with a great live soundtrack.
Lineup:
July 1 @ 7 p.m. – City Limits with Randy Rollman
July 8 @ 7 p.m. – Lustre Kings
July 15 @ 7 p.m. – Stony Creek Band
July 22 @ 7 p.m. – Lazy Sons
July 29 @ 7 p.m. – Twang Busters
August 5 @ 7 p.m. – Hammerhead Horns
August 12 @ 7 p.m. – Capt' Squeeze & the Zydeco Moshers
August 29 @ 7 p.m. – Professor Louie & the Crowmatixs
August 26 @ 7 p.m. – The Greene Brothers
Bolton Landing
Summer Concert Series, Tuesdays & select Wednesdays
Free concerts in Bolton Landing all summer long – sign us up! Follow up a day at the beach with a free concert on Tuesday nights. This Summer Concert Series is held at Rogers Memorial Park, a great location which offers up plenty of recreation opportunities, gorgeous lake views, and is in close proximity to the shops and restaurants of Bolton Landing.
Lineup:
July 1 @ 7 p.m. – Blue Moon
July 8 @ 7 p.m. – Stony Creek Band
July 15 @ 7 p.m. – Roadhouse 60's Band
July 22 @ 7 p.m. – Studio Two Tribute
July 24 (Thursday Concert) @ 7 p.m. – Jacksland
July 29 @ 7 p.m. – The North Country Jazz Project Big Band
August 5 @ 7 p.m. – Fenimore Blues
August 12 @ 7 p.m. – Marty Wendell
August 19 @ 7 p.m. – The Switch
August 26 @ 7 p.m. – Willie Playmore Band
*Saturday, September 20 – Bolton Live Music Festival, Rogers Memorial Park (Free Admission)
The Town of Bolton also holds a free outdoor movie series at Rogers Memorial Park during the summer season.
Movie Lineup:
July 9 @ 8:30 p.m. – The Wild Robot
July 16 @ 8:30 p.m. – Moana 2
July 23 @ 8:30 p.m. – The Sandlot
July 30 @ 8:30 p.m. – Captain Underpants
August 6 @ 8 p.m. – Sonic 3
August 13 @ 8 p.m. – The Minecraft Movie
Lake Luzerne
Food Trucks and Music, Wednesdays
Need some good food and new tunes to get you through the rest of the week? Head to Lake Luzerne’s Food Trucks and Music event. Only a 10-minute drive from the Lake George Village, you can sample food truck fare like tacos, fish and chicken sandwiches, gourmet mac and cheese, lemonade, donuts, and more on Wednesday evenings. Also enjoy live music at this event that takes place in Benjamin C. Butler Pavilion Park, overlooking the town’s serene namesake. We hope to see you there!
Lineup:
July 9 @ 5 p.m. – Stony Creek Band
July 16 @ 5 p.m. – Rustic Spirit
July 23 @ 5 p.m. – Big Sky Country
July 30 @ 5 p.m. – Susie Q & Matt
August 6 @ 5 p.m. – Elvis
August 13 @ 5 p.m. – Tailspin
Warrensburg
Summer Band Concerts, Wednesdays
Rock out to Rockabilly, Bluegrass, and more at the Warrensburg Summer Band Concerts. This free summer concert series is held at the town’s Recreation Field on Library Avenue every Wednesday this the summer. Grab a burger and pint around at George Henry’s around the corner and make a night of it!
Lineup:
June 18 @ 7 p.m. – Warren County Ramblers
June 25 @ 7 p.m. – CW Classics
July 2 @ 7 p.m. – Dam Breakers
July 9 @ 7 p.m. – The Little Zippers
July 16 @ 7 p.m. – John Deere Green
July 23 @ 7 p.m. – Donny Elvis
July 30 @ 7 p.m. – Broken Spur
August 6 @ 7 p.m. – Mac's Country
August 13 @ 7 p.m. – Aged in the Hills
August 20 @ 7 p.m. – Whiskey River
August 27 @ 7 p.m. – Rugged County
September 6 @ 7 p.m. – Gold Dust Gypsies
September 10 @ 7 p.m. – Warren County Ramblers
Hague
Music in the Park, Wednesdays
Music in the Park on Wednesdays is the highlight of summer for visitors and locals alike with one of the North Country’s best summer concert line ups. Held at the peaceful Hague Town Beach Park in the northernmost portion of the Lake George Area, this event is free to attend and features live music plus a variety of food truck fare – so come hungry! If you’re camping at Rogers Rock, you’ll definitely want to check this out!
Lineup:
July 3 @ 6:30 p.m. – Barkeater Band & Fireworks!
July 9 @ 6:30 p.m. – Rick Bolton
July 16 @ 6:30 p.m. – Willie Playmore
July 23 @ 6:30 p.m. – Gold Dust Gypsies
July 30 @ 6:30 p.m. – Lazy Suns Band
August 6 @ 6 p.m. – Bob Stump Band
August 13 @ 6 p.m. – Fiori Brothers Band
August 20 @ 6 p.m. – Storm Windows
August 27 @ 6 p.m. – Rich Ortiz
Brant Lake
Food Truck Fridays on the Pond, Fridays
The Town of Horicon presents Food Truck Fridays on the Pond, a weekly roundup of food trucks and vendors in the parking lot of the Town of Horicon Community Center. Make a trip to Brant Lake every Friday, and get the weekend started by filling up on a variety of food truck fare from new and returning vendors while sipping refreshing beverages and jamming out to live local music on the banks of Mill Pond.
Start Time: 5 p.m.
Dates: July 4, July 11, July 18, July 25, August 1, August 8, August 15, August 22, August 29
Lineup coming soon!
North Creek
Music by the River, Saturdays
Music by the River is on for 2025! This free summer concert series in scenic Riverfront Park, past the North Creek Depot Museum, happens during only a handful of Saturdays and you don’t want to miss it. Come early or stay after the show to take a stroll along Main Street and have a pleasant meal at one of North Creek’s trendy restaurants.
Lineup:
July 12 @ 6 p.m. – Rob Beaulieu Band
July 19 @ 6 p.m. – Finger Diddle
August 9 @ 6 p.m. – Stony Creek Band
August 23 @ 6 p.m. – TBA
Visit our events page for more live music in the Lake George Area!