Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton
Gitarra Azul was one of six artists to perform during the 2024 season
FRIDAYS, JULY 11 - SEPTEMBER 26* | 6 PM - 8 PM
PORT CLINTON SQUARE | 600 CENTRAL AVE.
*No concert July 25 or August 22
What’s better than a summertime Friday evening? A summertime Friday evening with a concert! The City of Highland Park is excited to announce the return of free, City-sponsored Downtown concerts at Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.) on select Friday evenings July 11 through September 26. Bring a lawn chair and kickoff your weekend with live music from a diverse range of artists and genres including: folk, reggae, blues, soul, classic rock, Latin, and more.
NEW IN 2025 - We’re excited to bring you an extended season featuring 10 Friday evening concerts, performances from a variety of artists and genres (including special performances by Highland Park performing arts groups), on-site food and beverage vendors, and an exciting extended finale on September 26 featuring a festive scarecrow trail through Downtown Highland Park.
In the meantime, check out the fun from previous years below!
2024’s concert series at Port Clinton Square featured exciting al fresco performances from Gitarra Azul, the Michelle Hallman Band, Mr. Blotto Acoustic Duo, the Oh Yeahs, and Urban Roots Band.
Get ready for more music, more food, and more fun in 2025!
2025 Entertainment Lineup
*No concerts July 25 or August 22
JULY 11 | 6 PM - 8 PM
The Oh Yeahs
Acoustic vocal trio
AUGUST 1 | 6 PM - 8 PM
Kaleidoscope Eyes
Beatles tribute band
AUGUST 15 | 6 PM - 8 PM
Guy King
Vocal jazz classics
JULY 18 | 6 PM - 8 PM
Urban Roots Band
Reggae
AUGUST 8 | 6 PM - 8 PM
Michelle Hallman Band
Classic rock & pop
AUGUST 29 | 6 PM - 8 PM
Guitarra Azul
Flamenco
The September 5, 12, 19, and 26 Grand Finale lineup coming soon!
Entertainment for the July and August concerts provided by Audible Sound Productions, Inc. Entertainment for the September 5, 12, and 26 concerts provided by Life Rhythms, Inc.
Getting to the Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Square & Parking
Downtown Concerts at Port Clinton Square will take place at Port Clinton Square (600 Central Ave.).
Ample parking can be found throughout downtown Highland Park, including a parking garage underneath Port Clinton Square, nearby surface lots, a parking lot along St. Johns Ave., and a two-level parking deck south of Central on First St. and St. Johns. The City encourages guests to use non-motorized transportation where available. Bike racks are available at The Lot and in the immediate vicinity, and the Metra is a viable option, too. Information about parking in the City of Highland Park is available here.
Downtown Highland Park is also easily accessible via public and non-motorized transport.
Metra - take UP-N to the Highland Park station, located a 4 minute walk from The Lot.
Pace Bus - take Highland Park/Highwood Route 472 to the St. Johns/Central stop, across the street from The Lot.
Bike/Walk - from the north, take the Robert McClory Bike Trail south to Vine Ave. Head east on Vine, turning south onto St. Johns Ave. From the south, take the Robert McClory Bike Trail north along St. Johns Ave. Bike racks are available at The Lot and in the immediate vicinity.
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors!
For sponsorship opportunities and packages, please contact Ripple Public Relations - info@ripplepublicrelations.com / 847.432.6000