Midwest, Toronto Launch Summer Outdoor Concert Series

Communities across the Midwest and Toronto are launching free outdoor concert series and patio events to celebrate the summer season. Toledo's Party in the Park returns to Promenade Park with free Friday night concerts and support for local businesses throughout the summer. Grand Island is hosting a Summer Concert Series on Thursdays, featuring diverse music and encouraging the use of local parks. In Lima, 19 Hawthorne's Patio Party series offers weekly live music, food trucks, and drinks, fostering fellowship and community spirit. Chicago and Toronto are also preparing active patio seasons, promoting outdoor venues and summer festivities. These events collectively represent a regional push to revitalize public spaces and highlight local arts and businesses as central to summer recreation.