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What’s Happening Each Week

Live Music

Enjoy a full lineup of performers throughout the 2026 season. Bring a chair, family & friends and enjoy an evening outdoors with your community:

June 4th - Native Fireball

June 11th - Two-U (Todd & Carmi)

June 18th - The Izzy Joy Band

June 25th - Shari & Wyatt Knapp

July 9th - Crazy Chestur

July 16th - Midwest Dueling Pianos - THIS SHOW HAS BEEN re-scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2026 - Island Park. Same time: 530pm!

July 23rd - The Bootstrap Boys

July 30th - Kevin Chamberlain

Artist Showcase

Each week, “Locate Your Light” will be on site with artists creating and showcasing their works in the west pavilion. They will also be selling their projects, with a portion of the proceeds coming back to MMI & Art Reach of Mid-Michigan. So, you’re not just buying art; you’re giving back.

Fun for Kids

We’ve got engaging, family-friendly activities that make this a perfect outing for all ages (courtesy of Thrive Church)

Food Trucks & Sweet Treats

Grab dinner or dessert from rotating food trucks and local vendors.

Community Connections

Organizations like Michigan Alliance for Families, H.A.T.S., The Mt. Pleasant Discovery Museum, Hopewell Ranch, Listening Ear, The Ennis Center (Foster care), Commission on Aging and others will be on-site to connect, share resources, and support families.

Why Your Participation Matters

Music in the Park was created to bring our community together and champion MMI’s mission of inclusivity.


When you show up — whether to enjoy a concert, buy from an artist, or grab a bite — you’re helping support programs that make our community stronger and more welcoming for everyone.

Our local business supporters

We want to give special recognition to all of our local businesses that support the mission of MMI and show up weekly to support our community.

Music in the Park

It’s a summer filled with live music, local artists, great food, and a whole lot of community spirit. MMI’s FREE Music in the Park 2026 Summer Concert Series is on— and this year’s lineup is better than ever.

This series isn’t just about concerts. It’s about bringing people together, celebrating local talent, and supporting a mission rooted in inclusion for individuals served through MMI.

Our summer concert series runs every Thursday evening from 5:30pm - 7:30pm (through June and July) at Island Park’s amphitheater & west pavilion.

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