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Celebrate Diverse Genres With May's Live Music Calendar

Cover Photo by Steve Parke Well, if it isn’t the most WONDERFUL time of year! It’s going to get nuts at the end of the month, what with Busker Fest, public schools getting out, and KU and Haskell Graduation. But the concert calendar is absolutely PACKED until then. From heavy metal to funky…

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Best Bets for Live Music This April

We’re seeing a pretty wide variety of acts coming through this April! From well-known pop acts and Grammy award-winning ensembles to local favorites, there should be something for everyone this season. Here’s a look at some of the big shows coming through town this month (and be sure to check out…

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It’s time to March into the spring concert season!

Who’s tired of the snow?! Who’s tired of the cold?! Who’s ready for FUN!? This is it, this is the month we start ushering in the good times! The air will warm up; we’ll get a taste of Spring and a street parade, and all the fun stuff will hit the stages of Lawrence music venues. This year, March is…

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New Year, New Music: January's Live Music Best Bets

Happy new year! We’re so glad you’re here! 2025 is going to be a great year for Lawrence live music. But don’t worry, we’re easing you into it. This is the perfect month to reset, refresh, and rebrand. We’re kicking the year off with a chance to get to know your local musicians a little better. Once…

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Best Bets for Live Music in June

Welcome to sweet, summery June! If there’s one thing you’ll be doing with live music this month, it’s getting outdoors and enjoying a festival or two. June is always such a beautiful time of year, and those who enjoy the sunshine will be thrilled with how many opportunities await for hitting the…

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Festivals and Rock Rule the May Music Calendar

I mean, you probably shouldn’t even try to leave town this month. Lawrence tends to spring into action this time of year, what with Busker Fest and the Food Truck Fest. But local music absolutely explodes in May. Every venue is filled to the brim with shows, and many are selling out quickly. This is…

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