Get ready to groove on the Ellwood Museum lawn as the DeKalb Park District proudly presents the return of its popular Music at the Mansion concert series! On select Wednesday evenings this summer, the charming Ellwood House Museum at 420 Linden Place will set the stage for FREE live music, great food, and an inviting summer atmosphere.

Grab your friends, family, lawn chairs, and blankets—and don’t forget your dancing shoes—for this outdoor concert experience in the golden glow of early evening. Pre-show entertainment kicks off at 6:30 pm, with headline performances from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.

A rotating menu of beer, wine, beverages, and food/snacks will be available for purchase each week, making it easy to enjoy dinner and a show in one of DeKalb’s most picturesque settings.

June 11 – The Flat Cats

Vintage swing meets modern flair! This Chicago-based band blends hot jazz, blues, and timeless standards with a high-energy performance guaranteed to get the crowd moving.

June 18 – The PriSSillas

Known for their “Classy Rock” style, this all-female powerhouse band bridges the gap between classic rock legends and modern alt-rock hits with dynamic medleys and tons of charisma.

June 25 – Latin Swing Factor

Dance the night away to sizzling salsa beats and reimagined Top 40 hits. Latin Swing Factor infuses every performance with Chicago soul and Puerto Rican swing for a truly unique experience.

July 9 – Prairie Station

A country music experience for the whole family! This band delivers everything from Johnny Cash classics to today’s hottest chart-toppers in a fun, interactive show.

July 16 – The Messengers

Expect the unexpected with mashups and medleys that span decades. The Messengers keep audiences singing and dancing with a mix of old-school favorites and current hits.

July 23 – The Beaux Band

A Rock & Roll tribute to the greats! From Tom Petty to ZZ Top, this six-member band delivers classic rock hits with powerful vocals and unmatched energy.

For full band bios and pre-show entertainment updates, visit dekalbparkdistrict.com/calendar. WNIJ Music proudly sponsors the Music at the Mansion summer concert series.

And don’t stop the music there! Be sure to check out even more free summer concerts with Kids Concerts in the Park, DeKalb Municipal Band performances, and the Fourth of July Celebration—all proudly hosted by the DeKalb Park District.