Elkhart Public Library

Curbside Concerts: Paul Erdman Trio
2023-08-25 19:00 - 21:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Paul Erdman kicks off our fall series of free Curbside Concerts. Hotdogeddy’s and our beverage tent will be set up – bring a camp chair or blanket and enjoy the show.

These concerts on the roof of the downtown library are powered by AEP and Well Crafted with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside

Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
2023-09-01 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Quite Frank Lee takes the stage during the second week of our fall Curbside Concerts. This local band plays everything from Del Shannon and Paul Simon to Ryan Adams and The Civil Wars, with some originals thrown in.

Pinyo’s Kitchen food truck will be on hand, and our beverage tent will be set up. Bring a camp chair or blanket and enjoy the show.

These concerts on the roof of the downtown library are powered by AEP and Well Crafted with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside

Curbside Concerts: SPACESHIPS wsg SHAM
2023-09-08 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
CAPS LOCK IS NOT NECESSARY ALL THE TIME. THIS NEEDS TO BE ONE OF THOSE EXCEPTIONS.

SPACESHIPS and SHAM are two bands from South Bend you need to see. THAT GUYS GOURMET RIBS will be on the scene.

As the opener at 7pm, SHAM gives off vibes as the wig-headed merchild of Nirvana & the B-52s. Taking the stage about 8:15, SPACESHIPS delivers a soaring post-gaze dream metal sound.

These concerts with BANDS ON THE ROOF of the downtown library are powered by AEP and WELL CRAFTED with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana. Bring CAMP CHAIRS or a blanket and ENJOY THE SHOW.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside.

Curbside Concerts: Rica Obsesion, Los Ortega, Grupo Renacer
2023-09-15 19:00 - 23:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The fall finale of Curbside Concerts will rock late into the night.

Rica Obsesion from Chicago – an Elkhart Jazz Fest main stage favorite – will take the stage at 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15, to cap a night of tremendous Latin music. Grupo Renacer will open at 7 p.m., followed by Los Ortega at about 8:15. Come ready to dance and celebrate.

Las Patronas and Hotdogeddy’s will sell food, and our beverage tent will be set up. Bring camp chairs or blanket and enjoy the show.

These concerts on the roof of the downtown library are powered by AEP and Well Crafted with the support of Experience Elkhart County, Indiana.

For the whole series schedule, visit MyEPL.org/curbside

Liz Carpenter and Her Harps
2023-09-26 18:30 - 19:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Local musical artist Liz Carpenter shares her collection of harps with music and stories. Take a turn playing the harp, too.

Karaoke for Teens
2023-11-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Bring your friends and belt out your favorite songs.

Toddler Dance Party
2024-04-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
This special event takes place at the same time as Baby and Me for the week of Spring Break. Bring along older siblings and everyone will have a great time dancing with scarves, egg shakers, and more.

Curbside Concerts: Paul Decker and the Remnants
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Paul Decker and the Remnants on the rooftop stage for the first time!

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: Jake Miller and the Midwest Heat
2024-05-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Jake Miller comes back to the rooftop stage, this time with his new country-rock band, the Midwest Heat.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: Society's Child
2024-05-24 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Michiana’s hardest-working rock band, Society’s Child, is coming back to the rooftop stage.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair – ’80s shades, long hair, and band shirts with skulls optional.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: Darryl Buchanan and the Soul Motown Allstars
2024-05-31 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The legendary Darryl Buchanan makes his way to the rooftop stage for the third time.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages available for purchase. Bring a blanket or camp chair, dancing shoes optional. Show moves inside the library if bad weather.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: The Distractions wsg Half Built Homes and The Hatchbacks
2024-06-07 19:00 - 21:55 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Henry Rollins once said, “Complaining … is just a way to get out of the hard work of making music that will do some lasting damage.” Welcome to Punk Night at the ‘berry.

The Distractions take to the rooftop if there’s anything left of it after Half Built Homes and The Hatchbacks get done.
Hotdogeddy’s will be here, and beverages will be available for purchase.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: High Gravity
2024-06-14 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
High Gravity high up on the roof – for the fifth year in a row.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale. Bring a blanket or camp chair. Break our attendance record. Demand they play Rage Against The Machine this time.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: JAGALCHI (jazz fest special time)
2024-06-21 19:30 - 20:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
JAGALCHI has arrived to deliver the riffs you’ve been waiting for. This will be a special start time during Elkhart Jazz Fest.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale all night. Stick around for the after party with Paul Erdman, who’ll play 9:45-11:45. Both shows are free!

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: Paul Erdman (jazz fest afterparty)
2024-06-21 21:45 - 23:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The one and only Paul E – the “E” stands for “Elkhart Jazz Festival After Party.”

A third trip to the rooftop stage will be special for Erdman. It’s a) his first time playing during the festival and b) way past his usual bedtime.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale all night.

Come earlier in the evening to catch JAGALCHI play a set about 7:30pm. Both shows are free!

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: rebel noire and the accomplices (jazz fest special time)
2024-06-22 19:30 - 20:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
For the first time, rebel noire is coming to the rooftop stage. This special event on Jazz Fest Saturday night starts at 7:30 p.m.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale. Stick around for Lalo Cura and the after party, starting about 9:45. Both shows free!

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: Lalo Cura
2024-06-22 21:45 - 23:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Lalo Cura is here to cap your Elkhart Jazz Festival Saturday night. Special start time for this after party – 9:45 p.m.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale all night. Come early and catch rebel noire and the accomplices at 7:30 p.m. Both shows are free!

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: BEE! The Band
2024-06-28 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Our spring series wraps up with a band from Goshen that’s been getting a lot of buzz. BEE! brings to the roof an original sound that’s folk, indie pop and psychedelic rock.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale. Bring a camp chair or blanket.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: JR Clark Band
2024-08-30 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
JR Clark brings the blues as we kickoff the fall Curbside Concerts series.

Backed by a horn section that’s been on tour with the Ohio Players, this talented roster also features the legendary Johnny B Gayden on bass. Johnny B was a long-time player with Albert Collins and played on The Ice Man’s Grammy-winning “Showdown!” with Robert Cray and Johnny Copeland.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs and beverages for sale. Bring a camp chair or blanket.

Our concert series is just one of the Well Crafted events happening here in Elkhart County. See the entire list of entertainment and things to do at Visit Elkhart County.

Curbside Concerts: Los Ortega
2024-09-06 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
¡Bailamos! Los Ortega is coming back to the rooftop stage as Curbside Concerts rolls on Sept. 6. Expect high-energy regional Mexican music from these outstanding players.

Friday shows at Elkhart Public Library are free – bring a blanket or a camp chair and enjoy the best local music played on the best roof in town. Beverages and That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be for sale.

These events are “Well Crafted,” thanks to our friends at VisitElkhartCounty.com.

Curbside Concerts: Quite Frank Lee
2024-09-13 19:00 - 21:30 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Quite Frank Lee returns to the roof as the fall series of Curbside Concerts rolls on.

Mixing originals with oldies, this local band features Anna Naragon and Scott Vaerewyck on vocals, Rob Booker on bass, Kyle Paulk on lead guitar, and Tony Leininger on drums.

Bring a blanket or a camp chair and enjoy the best local music played on the best roof in town. Beverages, That Guys Gourmet Ribs and Tropicana Ice Cream will be available for purchase.

These events are “Well Crafted,” thanks to our friends at VisitElkhartCounty.com.

Taylor Swift The Eras Tour (EPL's Version)
2024-10-25 15:30 - 17:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Swifties of all ages can make bracelets, listen to her music, karaoke, and more as we enter our Swiftie Era.

Music Together Demo Class
2024-12-09 10:00 - 10:30 | Osolo Branch, 3429 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Try a free preview class of Goshen College’s popular Music Together class. These fun and interactive music classes are kids ages 0 to 5.
Music together is based on child development research and uses movement, singing and fun with rhythm instruments and includes caregivers to make it a whole family experence.

Music Together de Goshen College ofrece clases económicas, divertidas, e interactivas de música para las familias con niños de 0-5 años de edad.
Basado en las investigaciones sobre el desarrollo de los niños, Music Together promueve la idea que todos los niños son musicales y que aprender la música ayuda con todo el aprendizaje. Venga a cantar, bailar, y tocar instrumentos de percusión.

Click here to register for this demo class.

Sippin' Into Summertime - Elkhart Young Professionals
2025-04-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Summertime in Downtown Elkhart is near! Join the Young Professionals for live music from Buddy Pearson as a preview of Elkhart Public Library’s Curbside Concerts.
Light appetizers and beverages will be available as you expand your network and learn more about the library. Weather permitting, tours including a view from the rooftop concert stage may be possible.
Hosted by the Chamber’s Young Professionals Council – open to anyone over 21. Free to attend, but please pre-register on the Chamber site by April 22 to reserve tickets.

Curbside Concerts: The Buddy System
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The Buddy System, fronted by Buddy Pearson and featuring Brendyn Cane, kicks off the 2025 season of Curbside Concerts!

Curbside Concerts are free and outdoors. Bands play on the rooftop stage, people watch from the parking lots below. Come hungry for the food, come thirsty for the beverages. Come smiling and we’ll protect that ready-for-the-weekend mood. More details here.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and Tropicana will have your sweet treats.

Curbside Concerts: Society's Child
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
They’re the guys who seem like they never found a song they liked after 1989. Society’s Child is back to rock the roof at Curbside Concerts.

Shows are free and outdoors. Bands play on the rooftop stage, people watch from the parking lots below. Come hungry for the food, come thirsty for the beverages. Come smiling and we’ll protect that ready-for-the-weekend mood. More details here.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and Tropicana will have your sweet treats.

Curbside Concerts: High Gravity
2025-05-30 19:00 - 21:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The house band is back. We love ’em, couldn’t have got here without ’em. High Gravity is one you make sure you circle on the calendar each year.
Curbside Concerts are free and outdoors. Bands play on the rooftop stage, people watch from the parking lots below. Come hungry for the food, come thirsty for the beverages. Come smiling and we’ll protect that ready-for-the-weekend mood. More details here.

Loupa’s Chicken and Tropicana Ice Cream will have the food for this night.

Curbside Concerts: Lalo Cura
2025-06-06 19:00 - 21:45 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Lalo Cura delivers every time they take the stage. They’re back to rock the roof again at Curbside Concerts.

Shows are free and outdoors. Bands play on the rooftop stage, people watch from the parking lots below. Come hungry for the food, come thirsty for the beverages. Come smiling and we’ll protect that ready-for-the-weekend mood.

That Guys Gourmet Ribs will be cooking, and Tropicana will have your sweet treats. More details here.

Juneteenth Celebration featuring Darryl Buchanan
2025-06-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Celebrate Juneteenth, a historic day that marks the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in the United States.
This family-friendly event presented by Indiana Black Expo – Elkhart Chapter will feature local nonprofit organizations, vendors, food trucks, and a free concert showcasing Darryl Buchanan.

Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) commemorates June 19, 1865, when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas—two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation—to ensure that all enslaved people were freed. It is the longest-running African American holiday and became a federal holiday in 2021.

This event will also serve as the kickoff to the 2025 Elkhart Jazz Festival.

Elkhart Jazz Festival
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-22 | Downtown Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
The 37th annual Elkhart Jazz Fest is happening downtown June 20-22. The downtown library is a hub for talent – from special Curbside Concerts to our Saturday morning WordPlay spoken word event. The indoor stage is reserved for pass holders – visit the Elkhart Jazz Festival site for performance times and ticket information.
Due to the stage and activities inside the building, the library will be unavailable for browsing and regular services both Friday, June 20, and Saturday, June 21. Please visit our four neighborhood branches for assistance and materials.
