In Short:
When summer arrives, music enthusiasts in the Oklahoma City metro have an array of exciting options. Whether venturing downtown or marking calendars for special events, free live music performances can be enjoyed almost daily from May through July. Additionally, surrounding communities host their own free concert series.
In Edmond, the Concerts in the Park series showcases local musicians across diverse genres, from classic rock and blues to country and bluegrass. Below is the updated schedule.
Details:
The Edmond Concerts in the Park occur every Thursday evening from 6:15 to 8:45 p.m. during the summer months of June and July. Admission is entirely free, welcoming attendees of all ages. Patrons are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs, while snow cones are available for purchase during the events.
For additional details, please call (405) 359-4630.
Location, Directions & Parking:
The Concerts in the Park series is held at E.C. Hafer Park in the northern Edmond community, located just north of 15th Street off Bryant Avenue.
To reach from Oklahoma City, take I-235 (Broadway Extension) north to Edmond, and follow signs to 15th Street. Turn east on 15th, then north on Bryant Avenue. The park entrance can be found at 9th Street—turn right there. Designated parking lots and spaces are readily available within the park.
2017 Edmond Concerts in the Park Schedule:
- 5/25 – City Moon and John the Franklin (Country, Acoustic Light Rock/Country)
- 6/1- Zero 2 Sixty and High Speed (Classic Rock, Classic Rock/Blues)
- 6/8- Souled Out and Champaign Jam (Classic Pop/Variety, R&B/Variety)
- 6/15- Squeeze Box and Teasing Weasel (Classic/Modern Rock, Classic Rock)
- 6/22- Vinyl Stripes and Gotcha Covered Band (Rockabilly/Surf/Rock-n-Roll, 50’s, 60’s & 70’s Rock)
- 6/29- Bonham Revue and Red Dirt Road Band (Bluegrass, Christian Southern Rock)
- 7/13- Nasty Weather and Steve Story Band (Classic Rock, Jazz/Pop Country)
- 7/20- Michael Fresonke Jazz Combo and Claire Piersol Band (Jazz, Jazz)
- 7/27- Mike Black and the Stingrays and O.K. City Chorus (Old Rock, Barbershop)
Nearby Hotels & Lodging:
If you’re planning to visit Edmond for one of the Concerts in the Park performances, consider these nearby hotel options:
- Best Western
2700 E. 2nd Street
Less than 2 miles from the center of Edmond - Fairfield Inn & Suites
301 Meline
Less than 3 miles from the center of Edmond - Holiday Inn Express
3840 E. 2nd Street
Less than 3 miles from the center of Edmond - Hampton Inn
300 Meline
Less than 3 miles from the center of Edmond - Sleep Inn
3608 S. Broadway Extension
Less than 3 miles from the center of Edmond
