Arts & Entertainment
Marlborough 2026 Summer Concert Series Returns: See The Lineup
The city's 2026 Summer Concert Series kicks off in early June.

MARLBOROUGH, MA — Marlborough residents can look forward to another summer filled with live music, family fun and community gatherings.
The city’s 2026 Summer Concert Series is returning to Union Common, kicking off June 11. The free concert series will feature local bands and performers spanning pop, rock, funk, soul, jazz and oldies music throughout the summer.
The Thursday night performances begin at 7 p.m. on Union Common, giving families and neighbors a chance to enjoy live entertainment in the heart of downtown Marlborough.
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This year’s lineup kicks off June 11 with RUNNING LATE & The Half Wits performing pop and rock favorites. Other featured acts include The Reminisants, Dom V & The Swing Out Band, Sunset 87 & Friends, The Usual Suspects and Larry Bee & The Buzz.
There will be no concert on July 2 during the July 4 holiday weekend.
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In addition to the Thursday evening shows, The Rock Institute will host two kid-focused performances this summer, including a noon show on June 20 and another at 2 p.m. on Aug. 29.
Marlborough-based brewery Lost Shoe Brewing will also be on-site during Thursday night concerts, serving beer to attendees 21 and older.
Here's the full 2026 Summer Concert Series lineup:
- June 11: RUNNING LATE & The Half Wits (Pop/Rock)
- June 18: The Reminisants (Oldies/Rock)
- June 25: Dom V & The Swing Out Band (Big Band)
- July 2: No concert (July 4 weekend)
- July 9: Sunset 87 & Friends (Rock/Pop)
- July 16: Childhood / Huck (Pop/Rock)
- July 23: The Usual Suspects (Classic Rock)
- July 30: True Vibe (Funk/Soul/Blues/Jazz)
- Aug. 6: Gold Star BLVD (Pop/Rock)
- Aug. 13: Larry Bee & The Buzz (60’s Oldies)
Kids Concerts
- Saturday, June 20, at noon
- Saturday, Aug. 29, at 2 p.m.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of music and community throughout the summer season.
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