Get ready to kick off your weekends with the sound of summer! The highly anticipated 2026 TGIF Summer Concert Series Presented by Case Farms is returning to downtown with an exciting and diverse lineup of live music. From soulful rhythm and blues to classic rock favorites and country hits, there’s something for everyone to enjoy under the stars.
This free concert series takes place every Friday evening in May, June, and July (except for July 4), transforming downtown into a lively gathering place filled with music, community, and summer fun. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets to relax and enjoy the performances in a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.
Local food vendors and beverage options will be on site, making it easy to grab a bite, meet up with friends, and spend a perfect Friday night downtown.
2026 TGIF Summer Concert Series Lineup:
- May 1st – Too Much Sylvia (Variety & Beach Music)
- May 8th – Christie Huff (Country)
- May 15th- Chris Taylor & The Rumor (Classic Rock, Pop & Soul)
- May 22nd- Emanuel Wynter (Cosmic Alternative R&B)
- May 29th- Sidecar Honey (Indie/ Americana/ Rock / Soul)
- June 5th- Tuatha Dea (Progressive Celtic- Appalachian Rock)
- June 12th- Coming up Brass (Yacht Rock & Soul Review)
- June 19th – Thomas Anthony (Rhythm & Blues)
- June 26th- Soul Watt (Rock, Pop & Dance)
- July 10th- The Sounds of Morganton (Motown/ Old School R&B)
- July 17th – Almost Vintage (Party Rock)
- July 24th- JJL Band (Party Rock)
- July 31st- Hobo Cane (Rock & Roll, Latin & Folk)
Event Details:
- Dates: Every Friday in May, June, and July 2025 (except for July 4th).
- Time: Vendors open at 6:00PM, Music starts at 7:00PM
- Location: Downtown Morganton Historic Courthouse Square
- Admission: Free
A special thank you to our generous sponsors who make this event possible:
- Presented by Case Farms
- UNC Health Blue Ridge
- City of Morganton Electric Department
- Urgent Care of Mountain View
- COMPAS X-STREAM
- United Beverages
- Cindy Hogston Real Estate by eXp Realty LLC Asheville
- James Tool
- KICKS 103.3
- The News Herald
- Pepsi
- The Paper