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2026 Summer Concert Series

The Village of Carol Stream’s Summer Concert Series returns June 18–August 6, bringing live music to the Ross Ferraro Town Center throughout the summer. Held primarily on Thursday evenings, this popular tradition features live music, local food, and community camaraderie for the whole family. These events are offered without the use of taxpayer funding, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.

Concert Series Lineup & Food Vendors

We’re excited to announce the artists performing at this year’s Summer Concert Series! VIew the food vendors scheduled for each concert at the concert calendar page.

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SCHEDULE UPDATE:
America250 Fireworks will follow the Thursday, July 16 Concert for the Troops

Mackenzie O'Brien country rock concert is rescheduled for Thursday, Aug 6.

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Thursday, June 18 – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute (Pride Concert)
Thursday, June 25 – The Red Roses
Thursday, July 9 – Nate Manos Blues Band
Thursday, July 16 – 7th Heaven (Concert for the Troops & (America 250 Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks)
Thursday, July 23 – Modern Day Romeos
Thursday, July 30 – The Spazmatics
Thursday, Aug 6 –Mackenzie O’Brien Band

Learn more about the bands.

Event Details

• Location: Ross Ferraro Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol Stream
• Food Vendors: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Concert: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Admission: Free

New and Special activities on Thursday, July 16:

Before the concert, the community is invited to attend the inaugural Veterans Recognition Banner Program Dedication Ceremony at Veterans Memorial Plaza beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Presentation of the Colors by the Carol Stream VFW Post 10396 and the singing of the National Anthem will precede the concert at approximately 6:45 p.m..

Celebrate America 250 with our rescheduled Independence Day fireworks to follow the concert at approximately 9:15 p.m. See the concert page for event and parking details.

What to Expect

• Food and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase from local vendors.
• No outside alcohol allowed.
• Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets.
• The Gazebo Stage and adjacent pathways are smoke-free.
• E-bikes and scooters are prohibited.
• Overflow parking for the July 16 concerts: Park & Walk service will be available along the Lies Rd. industrial corridor (205 E. Lies Rd.) for the Village concerts. Follow posted signs and volunteers directing traffic. Lies Rd. will be closed for fireworks viewing.

• Weather cancellations will be announced by 2:00 p.m. on concert days via the Village website and social media.

Thanks to our Event Sponsors

Our concert series is made possible due to the support of our generous sponsors.

🎆 AMERICA 250 PRESENTING SPONSOR:

Oppidan Connect Data Centers

🌟 PLATINUM SPONSORS:
Baxter & Woodman, Inc. | Flood Brothers Disposal Co

🥈 Silver Sponsors:
Carol Stream Public Library | Klein Thorpe Jenkins, LTD | Team Saverino / Saverino & Associates, Inc.

🥉 Bronze Sponsors:
4th of July Parade Committee | Carol Stream VFW Post 10396 | GFT

Sponsor Website Image

Email Eileen Tibble, Village of Carol Stream Communications Coordinator at etibble@carolstream.org with questions.

Concert Series Sponsorship
- Sponsorship Levels (Overview)
  Community Supporter – $500
  - Name on event website, group social media thank-you, and shared event signage
  - Shared table at one event (2–3 businesses per table; limited materials; pending availability). July 4 and Concert for the Troops excluded.
  Silver Sponsor – $1,000
  - Logo on event website, group social media thank-you, and shared event signage
  - Table at one event (pending availability; July 4 and Concert for the Troops excluded)
  - USA 250 recognition: Name on July 4 concert website and group social media post
  Gold Sponsor – $2,000
  
  All Silver benefits, plus:
  - Individual social media thank-you and Village e-newsletter exposure
  - Personalized verbal recognition during events (1x)
  - Table at two events (Concert for the Troops excluded)
  - USA 250 recognition: Logo on July 4 concert website, group social media, and Village e-newsletter
  Platinum Sponsor – $5,000
  
  All Gold benefits, plus:
  - Featured logo placements on digital flyers and select graphics
    
    Two individual social media spotlights
    
    Individual event signage and on-site table at four concerts
    
    Multiple verbal acknowledgments during events
    
    Featured in two Village e-newsletters
    
    USA 250 recognition: Featured logo on all USA 250 materials and at-event signage/other display as determined by the Village
  USA 250 Presenting Sponsor – $10,000 (limited to 4 sponsors)
  
  All Platinum benefits, plus:
  - Dominant logo placement on all materials & multiple social media spotlights
  - Premier sponsor table at all events*
  - Premier feature in Village e-newsletters
  - Feature on electronic sign outside Village Hall
  - USA 250 recognition: Dominant logo placement on all summer concert and USA 250 materials; verbal recognition during ceremonial moment at July 4 concert
  **Promotional space at the July 4th concert is reserved for Gold level sponsors and above. Promotional space at the Concert for the Troops is reserved for Platinum and USA 250 Presenting Sponsors, as well as military-support nonprofit organizations.
  
  NOTE: Mission-based nonprofits may be eligible for a 50% discount with full benefits or may request a free Community Partner table at the June 18 & July 9 concerts.

Apply to be a Food Vendor

Food vendors are invited to participate in the concert series, with each concert featuring 3-4 vendors. Vendors must be able to serve a high volume of guests efficiently (roughly 500 - 2,000 attendees per concert) and offer menu items suitable for a family-friendly outdoor event. This opportunity is for prepared food vendors only. Space is limited, and selections will be made to ensure variety. Please complete the food vendor application form to be considered. Email Eileen Tibble, Village of Carol Stream Communications Coordinator at etibble@carolstream.org with questions.

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Photography generously donated by Kristan Michelle Photography and Trustee Jeff Berger.