Summer is still not over and that means there’s a month or so left of music festivals and concerts to attend near you in Aurora, IL. Yes, concerts can be enjoyed in any weather, but it’s the best time to enjoy rock, country, blues, and heavy metal during the summer.
Now, most of these bands, you millennials and Gen Z’s won’t have a clue about who they are. But for those a little bit older, this is your chance to enjoy the music of your time. However, some of these are up and coming or new to the music scene, so those who love to explore new music, these are for you as well! I’ve compiled a list of 8 upcoming concerts to attend in Aurora, IL below!
Poi Dog Pondering | Saturday, Aug 28
RiverEdge Park
Poi Dog Pondering will be performing a concert near Aurora, IL at RiverEdge Park. This will be a big event that you can’t miss! “The Me That Was Your Son” is usually a fan favorite and will most likely be played at the Poi Dog Pondering Aurora concert. Plus, you may catch Poi Dog Pondering play “Keep the Faith,” which is also quite sought-after.
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Roots Music Festival | Saturday, Aug 28
The Venue
The festival is taking place at The Venue in Aurora, featuring The Arcadian Wild (fan favorite), The Accidentals, Dawson Hollow, and Good Morning Bedlam.
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Blackberry Smoke | Saturday, Sept 4
The Piazza
Blackberry Smoke will be coming to The Piazza for a memorable concert near Aurora, IL that will bring fans from all over! “Pretty Little Lie” is always a fan favorite and will likely be heard at the Blackberry Smoke Aurora show. Secondly, you could hear another staple, “One Horse Town,” which is also quite sought-after.
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Jungle Rot | Saturday, Sept 4
The Forge
Jungle Rot is an American death metal band from Kenosha, Wisconsin, formed in 1992. The concert is expected to be sold out, so if you’re a death metal fan, hurry and purchase tickets! “Worst case scenario” is continuously a fan favorite and will likely be heard at the concert. Plus, the crowd could see Jungle Rot play “Decapitated,” which is also very in demand.
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Molly Hatchet | Friday, Sept 17
Arcada Theater
Molly Hatchet is an American Southern rock band formed by guitarist Dave Hlubek in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1971. The band will be performing a concert in Aurora, IL at the Arcada Theater on September 17. Molly hatchet was a popular band during the late 1970s and early-to-mid 1980s among the Southern rock and hard rock communities.
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The Pettybreakers | Friday, Oct 1
Arcada Theater
What started out in 2010 as a regional band is now the Nations #1 touring tribute to Tom Petty. The PettyBreakers have played in 22 states and Washington D.C. with more being added constantly.
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Aaron Lewis | Thursday, Oct 21
The Piazza
Aaron Lewis is an American singer, songwriter and musician. This popular artist will be traveling to The Piazza to perform a concert in Aurora, IL on Thursday, October 21. Aaron Lewis is best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist and founding member of the rock band Staind, with whom he released seven studio albums.
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