Gaylord Grooves!

July 8, 2016

THE CIT Y’S BEST SUMMER MUSIC EVENTS

After the Big Ticket Fest has wound down, and you’ve seen all the big stage events at Alpenfest, what’s left in and around Gaylord for summertime concert fans? Uh, a whole lot of cool music. By Kristi Kates

Gaylord Community Band Concerts

Wednesdays at 8pm, downtown at the Pavilion on Court

Bring your own lawn chair and grab a spot for this fun neighborhood event featuring conductor Ralph Schweigert and the hardworking and talented Gaylord Community Band. The band’s season officially started at the end of June, but you can still catch their Alpenfest concert on July 13, the Soloists Spotlight on July 20, their performance of the 1812 Overture on July 27, and their grand finale show on Aug. 3. Free. For more information, find the band on Facebook.

Hunter’s Grill Music Series

Various dates, Treetops Resort

Whether you’re at the resort to golf, just stopping in for a meal, or are on an extended vacation, you’ll find all kinds of music, all summer long, in Treetops’ Hunter’s Grill venue. This season’s performers include high energy dance music from CP2 and The Cookies, “soulful empowerment pop” from Rachel B., groovy tunes from Acoustic Bonzo, and classic rock from The Ledgermen. Cover charges vary; more information at treetops.com.

Rockblast

Aug. 6 at 8pm, Gaylord Bowling Center

Are you ready to rock? Are you ready to have a blast? Then head to the Blacklight Lounge at the Gaylord Bowling Center for this awesome (and air-conditioned) multi-band rock show. You’ll not only escape the August heat but also jam to the rockin’ sounds of bands Becoming Human, Underground Fight Club, Graves Crossing, and Los Vimanas. Listen to ROCK-FM (aka Rock 105) radio before you go to win free tickets. Otherwise: $5 at the door; more information at bowlgaylord.com

2016 Farmfest

Aug. 11–14, Festival Farm, 1865 Roby Rd., Johannesburg

This countryside music festival is the highlight of summer for many a fan of folk, roots and bluegrass music, as live performances by a long roster of acts run on the big main stage, complemented by an eclectic range of other festival activities. Headliners at this year’s Farmfest include The Bandura Gypsies, Seth Bernard, The Go- Rounds, John Latini, Olivia Mainville & the Aquatic Troupe, and Mo Zowayed. Daily tickets are $25 for the weekend or $75 with camping. More information at farm-fest.com.

Headwaters Music Festival

Aug. 26–27 from 6–10pm, Otsego Club and Resort

The Gaylord Area Council for the Arts is debuting this brand new festival, a two-evening celebration of music and art. Friday, Aug. 26 is the Locals on the Lawn concert, which will feature a surprise roster of local favorites; Saturday, Aug. 27 brings headlining blues artist Larry McCray.

Food, beverages, and arts and crafts are also on the docket for both evenings. Adults, $12; kids 6–12 are $6. More information at gaylordarts.org.