When it comes to live music, Grinnell’s summer scene is unmatched. Under the blazing Midwest sun and across the beautiful Central Park stage, Grinnell, Iowa hosts some of the most intimate and cozy performances in Iowa. From Solera’s wine bar to Hotel Grinnell’s fireplace patio, there are numerous ways to enjoy small concerts and watch live music performances. From country to latin pop, and classics to americana, there are tunes for the whole family, friend group, and solo travelers.
Stay in the know by regularly visiting the live music playlist below (get it?), presented by the Grinnell Area Chamber of Commerce. Subscribe to the Grinnell Chamber newsletter to receive reminders of upcoming music events each week. Email the Chamber staff to add your musical events to the schedule.*
*Reserved as a Grinnell Chamber benefit only.
SUMMER 2026’S PLAYLIST: MUSIC IN GRINNELL
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JULY
Barefoot Becky & The Ivanhoe Dutchmen | Thursday, July 23 @ 7 PM with the Grinnell Area Arts Council | Central Park Stage, Grinnell
Hailing from Mt. Vernon, Iowa, Becky and her crew are perennial park favorites, bringing their seasoned mix of polka favorites. Bring your dancing shoes!
The Matt Torronez Band | Tuesday, July 28 @ 5:30-7:30 PM with Music at the Pavillion | Grinnell Central Park Picnic Shelter
Join for rockin', funky and soulful music! Matt Terronez leads projects that are purposefully genre-defying, with eclectic sets that can contain elements of soul, blues, rock, Americana and jazz, tied together via unique arrangements and stellar musicianship. Songs range from originals to obscure gems to heavily reworked classics.
The Whiskey Fund | Thursday, July 30 @ 7 PM with the Grinnell Area Arts Council | Central Park Stage, Grinnell
A Grinnell favorite, Central Iowa-based Whiskey Fund, featuring Grinnell’s own Jon Edwards on drums, blends Americana, rock, soul, and R&B into an irresistible funk-infused groove.
AUGUST
The Blue 2+ | Tuesday, August 25 @ 5:30-7:30 PM with Music at the Pavillion | Grinnell Central Park Picnic Shelter
Listen to Bob Dorr & Jeff Petersen, original members of The Blue Band. Bob Dorr is on drums, vocals, harmonica; Jeff Petersen on guitar and vocals.
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