# Music Events in Pontiac, IL 2026 | Concerts & Live Music

- **Subtitle**: Discover upcoming music events in Pontiac, Illinois. Book tickets for concerts, live gigs, music festivals and performances happening across the city.
- **Category**: Music
- **Display Name**: Music events
- **Type**: category

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Music signifies the vibrant energy of the place! Such music events in [CITY] make the city alive throughout the year. From live music shows and concerts to karaoke nights and gigs at bars and cafes, music fills the silence beautifully in [CITY]. The city has a lot for you in store, and there isn’t any lack of music events in [CITY] for classical lovers or concertgoers! Music is here to heal you and make you groove with festivals and heartfelt concerts in [CITY]. Explore such music events happening near you with us and get in the groove to set the stage on fire.

## Music Events in Pontiac

- **Event Name**: 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival
  - **Description**: Kick off the summer in Downtown Pontiac at the 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival, in partnership with Red Carpet Corridor weekend on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd! Hosted by the Greater Livingston County Arts Council, this will be the 6th Annual
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 210
  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun May 03 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/2026-swinging-bridges-arts-festival/200029806985921
  - **Venue**: 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL
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  - **Categories**: festivals, art, music, entertainment, live-music, performances, food-drinks, fine-arts, theatre, food-truck-festivals, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Dixon's Violin live in Pontiac/The Eagle Theater
  - **Description**: Experience the extraordinary!  A rare evening of breathtaking violin like you've never heard before, as seen across North America and beyondAbout this EventThe electric violin, reimagined by Dixon. Join us for the mesmeri
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 06 2026 at 03:50 pm – Sun Sep 06 2026 at 05:15 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/dixons-violin-live-in-pontiac-the-eagle-theater/100001987063867518
  - **Venue**: The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center
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  - **Price**: USD 7 to 32
  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, concerts, live-music, art, theatre
- **Event Name**: One Lucky Bastard aka Dalton on his "Built from the bar up solo tour"
  - **Description**: An afternoon of songs, stories, and sing-a-longs from 15 years on the road.

Dalton, of Dalton and the Sheriffs, has set out on a solo acoustic tour and we are so happy he is going to stop by Pontiac, IL to wrap up the Swinging Bridges Art Festival.

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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/one-lucky-bastard-aka-dalton-on-his-built-from-the-bar-up-solo-tour/200029921383352
  - **Venue**: Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again
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  - **Categories**: Festivals, Art
- **Event Name**: Sammy QaDan & The Second Hand Smokers make their THIRD appearance at Alive Again
  - **Description**: Sammy QaDan is a road-tested, seasoned artist whose music will leave you feeling vulnerable, exposed and a little bit lighter in the soul. Based out of the oldest modern city on the Mississippi River, Natchez Mississippi, Sammy has spent a lifetime being
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 33
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Apr 24 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/sammy-qadan-and-the-second-hand-smokers-make-their-third-appearance-at-alive-again/200029771806739
  - **Venue**: Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Grass Attack @ Central States Thresherman's Reunion
  - **Description**: Grass Attack regularly performs at town and music festivals, county fairs, community park concerts, wineries and breweries in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. They mostly perform Newgrass...well known songs with bluegrass instruments...but includ
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 13
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 02:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/grass-attack-central-states-threshermans-reunion/200029600084321
  - **Venue**: Thresherman's Park, 4975 E 2200 N Rd Pontiac, IL 61764
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, concerts, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: The Killer Riffs at the Mill St. Tap!!!
  - **Description**: Join us as we jam Pontiac at the Mill St. Tap!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 24
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/the-killer-riffs-at-the-mill-st-tap/200029624130255
  - **Venue**: Mill St. Tap
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- **Event Name**: The Two Smokies at Pub13
  - **Description**: Pub13 welcomes The Two Smokies Sunday April 19th 2-5 for Sunday Funday!!! See you there!!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 21
  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/the-two-smokies-at-pub13/200029880650039
  - **Venue**: Pub 13
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- **Event Name**: From Colorado Da202 Welcomes Emily Barnes
  - **Description**: All the way from Colorado, please welcome Emily Barnes!

Winner of the esteemed 2025 Hey Nonny Songwriting Contest, Emily is a HUGE talent!

“​Emily Barnes is more than just a musician; she’s a storyteller that sets the lives of her characters to music. H
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 25
  - **Date**: Sun Jul 26 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Jul 26 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/from-colorado-da202-welcomes-emily-barnes/200029804997520
  - **Venue**: Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again
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  - **Categories**: contests, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Emily Hicks all the way from Utah!!
  - **Description**: All the way from Utah please welcome Emily Hicks!

"Hicks’ voice stood out immediately.  She has such a smooth natural tone and she’s really good at writing songs to fit the way she sings...I could easily hear her voice and many of these songs on country
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 35
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 14 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Jun 14 2026 at 04:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pontiac/emily-hicks-all-the-way-from-utah/200029473419933
  - **Venue**: Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again
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  - **Categories**: concerts, music, entertainment

## Trending Events in Pontiac

- **Event Name**: SVDDEN DEATH, MVRDA in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch SVDDEN DEATH Live at Elektricity on Saturday, May 9, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? SVDDEN DEATH is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Crusade, Behemoth VIP and
  - **Venue**: Elektricity
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- **Event Name**: Jay Electronica w/ Boldy James Live in Pontiac Michigan April 25
  - **Description**: JAY ELECTRONICA ANNOUNCES “THE NINETEEN DAY RECONNAISSANCE TOUR” LIVE IN PONTIAC, MICHIGAN SATURDAY APRIL 25TH AT THE CROFOOT!!!!
FEATURING NEELAM + KITTY CA$H + DJ KELLY GREEN

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

JAY ELECTRONICA ANNOUNCES “THE NINETEEN DAY RECONNAISS
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot
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- **Event Name**: Curren$y at The Crofoot Ballroom
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Curren$y at The Crofoot Ballroom, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming The Crofoot Ballroom in the heart of Pontiac,
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot Ballroom
- **Event Name**: Napalm Death
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Pike Room at The Crofoot
🏠 Address: 1 South Saginaw, Pontiac, MI 48342
🌆 City: Pontiac
📍 Location: 42.6366, -83.2915🎉 Welcome to Napalm Death, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at P
  - **Venue**: Pike Room at The Crofoot
- **Event Name**: Napalm Death | 6/5/26 | The Pike Room
  - **Description**: NAPALM DEATH

with 
PRIMITIVE MAN
MORAL POLLUTION

FRI JUNE 5, 2026
THE PIKE ROOM
PONTIAC
  - **Venue**: 1 S Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI, United States, Michigan 48342
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- **Event Name**: 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival
  - **Description**: Kick off the summer in Downtown Pontiac at the 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival, in partnership with Red Carpet Corridor weekend on Saturday, May 2nd and Sunday, May 3rd! Hosted by the Greater Livingston County Arts Council, this will be the 6th Annual
  - **Venue**: 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL
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- **Event Name**: INFEKT, 7L, Codd Dubz, Sanzu, Usaybflow in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for INFEKT Live at Elektricity on Saturday, April 18, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. INFEKT is set to light up Elektricity with their unforgettable sound on
  - **Venue**: Elektricity
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- **Event Name**: Curren$y in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Curren$y Live at The Crofoot on Saturday, April 18, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Curren$y is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like 1982 (with Curren$y & LE$),
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot
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- **Event Name**: J A Y E L E C T R O N I C A, Kitty Kash in Pontiac
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Jay Electronica Live in Pontiac on Saturday, April 25, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Jay Electronica like never before? With chart-topping hits like Hard 2 Face Reality, Fruits Of The Spirit and Exhibit C
  - **Venue**: The Crofoot Ballroom
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** 2026 Swinging Bridges Arts Festival (Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am at 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL), Dixon's Violin live in Pontiac/The Eagle Theater (Sun Sep 06 2026 at 03:50 pm at The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center), One Lucky Bastard aka Dalton on his "Built from the bar up solo tour" (Sun May 03 2026 at 01:00 pm at Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again), Sammy QaDan & The Second Hand Smokers make their THIRD appearance at Alive Again (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again), Grass Attack @ Central States Thresherman's Reunion (Sat Sep 05 2026 at 02:00 pm at Thresherman's Park, 4975 E 2200 N Rd Pontiac, IL 61764).
- **Q**: What Music events are happening in Pontiac this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** The Two Smokies at Pub13 (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at Pub 13).
- **Q**: What Music events are happening in Pontiac in April 2026?
  - **A:** Sammy QaDan & The Second Hand Smokers make their THIRD appearance at Alive Again (Fri Apr 24 2026 at 06:00 pm at Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again), The Two Smokies at Pub13 (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 02:00 pm at Pub 13).
- **Q**: How can I find Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Music events in Pontiac on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Music events in Pontiac include 200 Block of West Madison Street, Pontiac IL, The Eagle Performing Arts & Conference Center, Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Prices for Music events in Pontiac range from USD 7 to USD 32. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Music events in Pontiac include Pontiac Tourism, Dixon's Violin, Da202 GuestHaus - Alive Again.
- **Q**: What types of Music events can I find in Pontiac?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Music events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Music events in Pontiac?
  - **A:** Follow the Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Music events are listed in Pontiac.

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