AKON at Festival of the Lakes

The City of Hammond and Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. are thrilled to announce that the legendary Akon will be headlining the Festival of the Lakes on Friday, July 18!

Akon’s unforgettable voice, electrifying stage presence, and groundbreaking impact on the music world have made him a global superstar. With over 35 million albums sold worldwide, his chart-topping hits like “Lonely,” “Smack That,” “I Wanna Love You,” and “Right Now (Na Na Na)” have cemented his place as one of the most influential artists of the 21st century.

This summer, get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy performances and timeless hits as Akon takes the stage. From his iconic classics to new tracks, Akon will deliver an experience that promises to be the highlight of the festival—one you’ll remember for years to come.


This is your opportunity to see Akon live at the Festival of the Lakes! VIP Experience upgrades are available now at Festivalofthelakes.com. Be sure to grab your passes before they sell out!

You may also like the following events from Festival of the Lakes:

• This July, 12th July, 08:00 am, Roadie Run 5K Run Walk in Whiting
• This July, 16th July, 09:00 pm, John Fogerty at Festival of the Lakes in Whiting
• This July, 17th July, 09:00 pm, Brantley Gilbert at Festival of the Lakes in Whiting

Also check out other Festivals in Whiting, Arts events in Whiting.