Several organizations in Lincoln are offering music outdoors this summer.
Parks and Recreation
The Park and Rec summer concert series kicks off with Dadda on Wednesday, June 26. Each concert features a cookout to benefit Cops For Kids with Cancer. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. at the Codman Pool. Pool use for nonmembers during the show is $5 per person. Concerts will be cancelled or rescheduled for rain; check www.LincolnRec.com for updates.
- June 26 — Dadda
- July 10 — The Nays
- July 17 — Knock on Wood
- July 24 — Southbound Train
Drumlin Farm
Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary’s Friday evening music series invites people of all ages and backgrounds to celebrate local music, local food, and community-based environmental action starting on Friday, June 28. The eclectic mix of folk, bluegrass, Americana, and rock throughout the summer is sure to have something for everyone.
In addition to live music, the concert series will feature various lawn games and climate-related activities for kids and adults to learn how they can make a difference in their own communities. Concert goers are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner to relax on the lawn and enjoy the music. Ice cream and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for sale.
All shows are from 6–9 p.m. (the lawn opens at 5:30). Tickets are $15 for adults age 13 and older and free for children 12 and under (maximum $45 per family). Click here to purchase tickets.
- June 28 — Sweet Wednesday
- July 12 —Billy Wylder
- July 26 — Dirty Water Brass Band (July 27 rain date)
- August 9 — Kat Chapman Band (August 10 rain date)
- August 30 — Sarah Mendelsohn
deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum
Music in the Courtyard features music in the sculpture park’s Café Courtyard on Thursdays starting July 11 from 6:30–8 p.m. (doors at 6:00). Sip some wine, savor a brew, enjoy a snack, and enjoy performances by local musicians Tickets are $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. In case of rain, performances will take place inside the café. Outdoor seating is limited to 50, so advance purchase is recommended.
- July 11 — Dan Blakeslee
- July 18 — Michael Tarbox
- July 25 — Dadda
- August 1 — Notorious
- August 8 — Jenny Riddle with Eric Faulkner
- August 15 — Lisa Bastoni
- August 22 — Sarah Blacker
