Music in the Garden

Join us in the picturesque Koehn Garden for our beloved Music in the Garden concert series! The richly planted walled setting of the celebration lawn is a one-of-a-kind backdrop for local and regional musical acts to perform. New this year: Buy your tickets in advance or purchase a season pass to make for early and easy entry with one low price. Flora Cafe will also be serving refreshments and wood-fired pizzas until 8:15pm each evening.

Thursdays | June 5 – August 7, 2025
Doors open at 6pm | Music starts at 6:30pm

Thank you to our presenting sponsor Hy-Vee.

Sound thanks to Ripple Productions.

Event Details

Member presale dates coming soon. Not a member yet? Join here. All tickets go on sale to the public on May 1. 

Jun 5, 2025: RetroSpect

Jun 12, 2025: Surf Zombies

Jun 19, 2025: Son Peruchos

Jul 26, 2025: June Bugs

Jul 3, 2025: Weary Ramblers

Jul 10, 2025: NOLA Jazz

Jul 17, 2025: Flash in a Pan

Jul 24, 2025: The Crowfoot Rakes

Jul 31, 2025: Mango Soul

Aug 7, 2025: Diplomats of Solid Sound

Tickets

Season Passes–save money by purchasing a season pass*. Enjoy the convenience of only paying once and gaining early access to the event and all the concerts.

  • Member Single Adult: $40
  • Member Single Child: $20
  • Non-member Single Adult: $100
  • Non-member Single Child: $50

Single Concert Tickets*

  • Member Adult: $6
  • Member Senior: $5
  • Member Child: $3
  • Non-member Adult: $12
  • Non-member Senior: $11
  • Non-member Child: $9

*GGC, Pineapple, and Museums for All—complimentary

In the event of severe weather, events will be postponed and rescheduled, where possible at a later date. Advanced ticket holders and season pass holders will be notified by email. Tickets are non-refundable, unless a band is not able to be rescheduled.

Concert Checklist

Have a wonderful outdoor summer concert! Here are some things to keep in mind:

  • Please leave outside food and drinks at home.
  • Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets.
  • Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.
  • Shoes are required in the Garden at all times.
  • Doors open at 6pm with performances scheduled from 6:30-8:30pm, usually with one 15-minute in between two sets. The event concludes at 9pm.
  • Visitors are welcome to wander the outdoor gardens and conservatory during the event.
  • The Garden Shop will be open as well.
  • Free parking is available in our lot with overflow on Robert D. Ray Drive. Consider biking and/or carpooling.

Food

Flora Cafe will have a limited dinner menu and full beverage menu available out of the cafe from 6-8. Wood-fired pizzas will be available for purchase in addition to a cash bar serving beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drink options under the veranda until 8:15pm. Flora Cafe will also be serving refreshments and wood-fired pizzas until 8:15pm each evening.

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