Picture this: beautiful weather, live music, and family fun under the summer sky. If that sounds like your perfect vibe, you’re in luck! That’s what the Summer Breeze Concert Series, hosted by The Depot, has on deck all summer long. 

 

This FREE, family-friendly concert series occurs every other Sunday from the end of May through August at Lions Park (450 S. Flood Ave.), with each music-filled night kicking off at 7:30. Grab your blanket and picnic basket and experience performances by local and national musicians!

 


 

The Full Performance Lineup: 

Whether you can make it to one concert or plan on making this part of your summer routine, this exciting lineup features local and national artists, with a special night featuring multiple artists to cap off the summer. 

 

Jared Deck - Sunday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.

An Oklahoma native, Jared Deck grew up in the state’s rural plains, working at his family farm and grocery store. Throughout all the stages of his life, music was an outlet for Deck, and in 2016, he released his self-titled debut album. In 2024, he released another album titled Head Above Water, which featured songs of resilience and blue-collar struggle. 

 

The Steppers - Sunday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m. 

The Steppers are a lively string band from Oklahoma City, blending bluegrass and improvisational rock, funk, and folk through their performances. The Steppers consists of Jake Tobey on guitar and vocals, Theran Lantz on mandolin and vocals, and Lawson Popejoy on bass and vocals.

 

S. Reidy - Sunday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. 

A Norman native and headliner of the Norman Music Festival in 2026, S. Reidy is an emotional rap artist who has toured all across the United States. Recently, he had the best selling rap album on the platform Bandcamp in 2025 and was called a “staple of Norman music history.”

 

Amis Du Teche - Sunday, June 28 at 7:30 p.m. 

Amis Du Teche (“Friends of the Teche”) is a Cajun band that hails from Lafayette, Louisiana. Made up of five band members, Amis Du Teche performs both traditional and original material in Cajun French, delivering a high-energy show sure to leave you wanting to dance. 

 

Nik Parr - Sunday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m. 

Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers are a high-energy, piano-driven roots rock band from Austin, Texas. Their performances combine showmanship and passion, with Nik Parr even playing the saxophone and piano simultaneously, making it a must-see moment. 

 

LABRYS - Sunday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m.

Penny Pitchlynn is an alternative singer-songwriter who helped to forge the LABRYS music project that has now grown into a four-piece band. Their performances combine ruminative vocals and vulnerable lyrics, and have been featured on FX Network and Netflix. 

 

Mia Borders - Sunday, August 9 at 7:30 p.m. 

Born and raised in New Orleans, Mia Borders is known for her soulful voice, electrifying performances, and diverse musical style. She has more than thirteen commercial releases, all under her own record label, and is deeply rooted in her New Orleans community.

 

Homegrown Curated by Kierston White - Sunday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. 

For the summer’s grand finale, the concert series will be featuring a band of local players and a rotating lead vocalist for a performance like no other. Many Norman-affiliated artists are working on this very special show, which aims to bring together a unique sound that feels like Norman.

 


 

What to Know Before You Go: 

Although the Summer Breeze Concert Series is free to the public, this year, they are partnering with local businesses such as Lazy Circles Brewing, Native Spirits Winery, Dogs on the Wing, and Beanstalk Coffee & Sno to offer food, snowcones, and drinks for purchase at each concert. 

 

All concerts in the series begin at 7:30 p.m., but it’s a good idea to arrive early to make sure you have time to grab some dinner or drinks and find the perfect spot to enjoy the performance. Additionally, concerts may be canceled due to severe weather, so it’s always a good idea to double-check the Norman Summer Breeze social media pages if the forecast looks iffy. 

 

Looking for even more summertime fun in Norman? Check out a full list of upcoming events here

 

Cover Photo by Cody Giles