The Michiana area is gearing up for summer concert events, but don’t miss out on hearing and seeing your favorite artist this week. Some concerts are free unless otherwise stated. Concerts for the week of May 25-31, 2026.
BARODA
May 25: Jammin’ in the Vineyard with Matt Kotinek Duo performing from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Cover charge of $5, must be 21+. Round Barn Winery & Estate, 10983 Hills Road; roundbarn.com.
May 30: Jammin’ in the Vineyard with Dan Fester from 12 to 2:30 p.m. and Kyle Hurd Duo from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Cover charge of $5, must be 21+. Round Barn Winery & Estate, 10983 Hills Road; roundbarn.com.
May 31: Jammin in the Vineyard with Pamela Rocha from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. Cover charge of $5, must be 21+. Round Barn Winery & Estate, 10983 Hills Road; roundbarn.com.
BERRIEN SPRINGS
May 31: Unwind in the Vines with The Junkdrawer Duo from 3 to 6 p.m. at Domaine Berrien Cellars, 398 E. Lemon Creek Road. Bring a picnic and enjoy a bottle of wine. Outside food is allowed, no outside alcohol, all coolers will be checked. Free admission, family and dog-friendly; domaineberrien.com.
BUCHANAN
May 28: Buchanan High School Band performs from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Buchanan Common, 122 Days Ave.
May 30: Pamela Rocha will perform at Vibes in the Vines from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Tabor Hill Winery, 185 Mount Tabor Road.
May 31: Eddie Andersen will perform at Vibes in the Vines from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Tabor Hill Winery, 185 Mount Tabor Road.
ELKHART
May 27: Elkhart Parks and Recreation and The Lerner Theatre offer a brand-new concert series, Art Walk After Hours, on the Central Green in Downtown Elkhart. This month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. party like its 1999 with Rockology Chicago, as the band brings to life the greatest sing-along and dance hits throughout the history of rock and roll. Bring lawn chairs or blankets to this free concert. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local vendors.
May 29: The Elkhart Public Library, 300 S. Second St. offers its Curbside Concert with BLAMMO from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Concerts are free and food and beverages are available for purchase. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.
GOSHEN
May 27: Jake Miller and the Midwest Heat perform from 7 to 9 p.m. at Goshen Brewing Company, 315 W. Washington St. Embrace the heat with country music.
MICHIGAN CITY
May 29: EMO Night with All American Throwbacks will appear at 8 p.m. CDT at Live at the Lakefront, 1 Franklin St. Doors open at 7 p.m. CDT. Tickets are $5 more at the gate, children under 12 are free with adult, full bar available, bring a lawn chair or blanket for designated area, rain or shine. Tickets: $35.53-$14.00; liveatthelakefrontvenue.com.
May 30: Small Town – John Mellencamp Tribute will appear at 8 p.m. CDT at Live at the Lakefront, 1 Franklin St. Doors open at 7 p.m. CDT. Tickets are $5 more at the gate, children under 12 are free with adult, full bar available, bring a lawn chair or blanket for designated area, rain or shine. Tickets: $72.88-$13.74; liveatthelakefrontvenue.com.
NEW BUFFALO
May 28 to 31: Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, 11111 Wilson Road.
• Pool Bar — May 28, 5 p.m. Jason Curtis; May 29, 5 p.m. Jack Cunningham; May 29, 10 p.m. The Crawpuppies; May 30, 5 p.m. Chris Burch Duo; May 30, 10 p.m. The Roosters; May 31, 5 p.m. The Distance.
• C Bar — May 29, 9 p.m. JellieFish Productions; May 30, 9 p.m. DJ Slice.
SAINT JOSEPH
June 1: Monday Musical Club 2026 presents the Women’s Chorus and Member Showcase at 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 2001 Niles Ave.
SHIPSHEWANA
May 26: The My Generation Tour featuring Gary Lewis and the Playboys, The Hollies Greatest Hits starring Terry Sylvester, and The Lovin’ Spoonful will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St. at 7:30 p.m. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $84.95-$39.95.
May 28: Tusk, The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St. at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $59.95-$24.95.
May 29: Steve Earle – 51 Years of Songs & Stories will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St. at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $74.95-$19.95.
May 30: Sara Evans with special guest Highway Home will perform at the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, 760 S. Van Buren St. at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets at thebluegate.com, $79.95-$29.95.
Through Oct. 2: America 250 Years of Freedom, A Panorama of Story and Song. Join the Celebration Singers and actors for an unforgettable evening of majestic and beloved songs and stories of America. Blue Gate Music Hall, 120 N. Van Buren St. Times vary per show date, go online to reserve your seat; thebluegate.com. Tickets: $29.95.
SOUTH BEND
May 28: Merrimans’ Playhouse, 401 E. Colfax Ave., Suite 135, presents Hidden Nomination offering a fusion of jazz, funk, R&B, gospel and neo-soul resulting in a soulful dynamic sound from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $15-$6; merrimansplayhouse.org.
May 28 to 31: Four Winds Casino South Bend, 3000 Prairie Ave.
• Kankakee Grille — May 28, 6 p.m. Frank Ruvoli; May 29, 6 p.m. Rob Yocom; May 30, 6 p.m. Rozzie & Brian; May 31, 5 p.m. Chris Burch.
• C Bar — May 29, 8 p.m. J & J Acoustic; May 30, 8 p.m. Tom & Tiffany; May 31, 5 p.m. Hicks Duo.
• Copper Rock Bar — May 29, 6:30 p.m. Vijay Tellis-Nayak; May 30, 6:30 p.m. Joe Probst.
May 29: Jaguar Sun with ECSO performs at Stockroom East, 625 E. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend at 8 p.m. Jaguar Sun is the solo project of Chris Minielly bringing together pop, rock, and folk genres. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $18 advance, $25 day of show; stockroomeast.com.
May 30: The Valleyaires Chorus presents “A Barbershop Home Companion” at 3 p.m. May 30 at John Adams High School, 808 S. Twyckenham Drive, South Bend. Special guests are the 2001 International Quartet champions Michigan Jake. After the concert, enjoy meeting the performers at the afterglow. Concert tickets are $20, children 12 and under are free, tickets at the door are $25. Afterglow tickets are $15. Purchase tickets online at south-bend-mishawaka-valleyaires.square.site.
May 30: Merrimans’ Playhouse, 401 E. Colfax Ave., Suite 135, presents Jimmy Farace Trio from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Farace on baritone saxophone, Clark Sommers on bass, and Dana Hall on drums will play originals and some music of the past. Tickets are $20-$10; merrimansplayhouse.org.
THREE OAKS
May 29: The Brit Pack – British Invasion and More, 8 p.m. at The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive. The Brit Pack brings the best of British rock from the sixties through today. Price of tickets increase by $5 week of show. Tickets: $70.50-$40.50; acornlive.org.
May 30: An Evening with Michael McDermott, 8 p.m. at The Acorn, 107 Generations Drive. McDermott blends natural folk with pop and rock. Tickets: $76-$46, price increases by $5 week of show; acornlive.org.
This article originally appeared on South Bend Tribune: What concerts are happening in the South Bend area from May 25 to 31?
Reporting by Cheryl Morey, South Bend Tribune / South Bend Tribune
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