STEVENS POINT, WISCONSIN – From family festivals to live music and community celebrations, the Stevens Point area is packed with activities this weekend, September 4–7. Here are three events locals and visitors alike won’t want to miss. Pacelli Panacea The 51st annual Pacelli Panacea will take place Friday through Sunday at 1301 Maria Drive in…
MANITOWOC, WISCONSIN – More than sixty years ago, a piece of the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 4 came crashing down in an unlikely place — the middle of a street in downtown Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Today, the city celebrates that cosmic coincidence with Sputnikfest, a festival that blends Cold War history with small-town charm and plenty of…
ALPENA, MI — This Saturday, music lovers in Alpena will be treated to a special free concert at Trinity Episcopal Church, 124 E. Washington Ave. The event begins at 2 p.m. and features The CAR Trio alongside special guest Eddie Siwiec, a celebrated member of the Polka Music Hall of Fame. A Trio with Deep…
KNOXVILLE, TN — Folk musician John Benjamin Davis is set to appear on WDVX’s Blue Plate Special with a live performance of Pickers Anonymous on September 4 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Visit Knoxville, 301 S. Gay Street. The event brings together history, tradition, and original songwriting in one of the city’s signature…
ILLINOIS — Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site is bringing together bluegrass music and 1830s history for its annual Traditional Music Festival and Bluegrass Concerts from September 5–7. The event, first launched in 1980, has grown into a seasonal highlight where history and live performance meet. Traditional Sounds in a Historic Setting Performers from across…
VENTURA COUNTY, CA — Classical music lovers in Ventura County have plenty to look forward to this fall. A wide-ranging lineup of concerts will bring everything from intimate chamber recitals to large-scale symphonic celebrations, showcasing both international stars and local talent. Highlights at Bank of America Performing Arts Center The Thousand Oaks venue will host…
PATAKA, Ill. — The Patoka Fall Festival returned over the weekend, drawing large crowds and lively community participation under sunny skies and mild temperatures. Parade Led by Community Heroes This year’s parade was led by Grand Marshals Jani and Brent Bunn, founders of Nora’s Sparkle of Love Project, a nonprofit supporting families of children diagnosed…
CHICAGO, Illinois — The 2025–26 classical season in Chicago promises a blend of historic revivals, daring premieres, and superstar appearances. From Lyric Opera to the Chicago Symphony Orchestra (CSO), here are the standout performances critics say you won’t want to miss. Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice – Music of the Baroque (Sept. 14–15) Dame Jane Glover…
CHICAGO, Illinois — September is shaping up to be one of the busiest months for live music and comedy in Chicago, with global superstars, indie favorites, and legendary festivals packing the calendar. Dua Lipa – United Center – Sept. 5 & 6 Pop powerhouse Dua Lipa brings her Radical Optimism Tour to Chicago for two…
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey — Oasis paid tribute to victims of the recent Minneapolis school shooting by dedicating their performance of “Live Forever” during Sunday night’s concert at MetLife Stadium. Liam Gallagher’s Onstage Dedication Before launching into the song, Liam Gallagher addressed the crowd, saying: “I want to dedicate this next tune to the kiddies…