Free Summer Entertainment Series | Hastings, MI

COVID-19 Cancellations

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Hastings Live team has made the difficult decision to cancel Hastings Live programming through July 6. As of now, Hastings Live will begin on July 7 as Hastings City Band performances move to Tuesdays. Further determinations on July and August programming will be made on an ongoing basis as new information on the status of the pandemic becomes available.

COVID-19

The Hastings Live team has been working with the Barry-Eaton Health Department, Hastings City Police, and the Hastings Department of Public Services to safely plan the upcoming Hastings Live season. To help our community safely enjoy the music this year, all Hastings Live events except Fridays at the Fountain will take place at the Thornapple Plaza. While all events will remain free, some may be ticketed to limit audience sizes.
In addition to existing Plaza rules, visitors attending Hastings Live events at the Thornapple Plaza in 2021 will be required to wear masks. Guests are further asked to remain seated and maintain social distancing.
About the Series
Venues

Thornapple Plaza
Our beautiful outdoor amphitheater hosts the Hastings City Band, Friday Night Features, the Community Concert Series, and Hastings Summerfest. Buy yourself a drink, pull up a section of grass, and enjoy a free concert in the great outdoors.
Barry County Courthouse Lawn
Situated on the corner of State and Church, the lawn of the Barry County Courthouse hosts Fridays at the Fountain. Bring a chair, relax by the fountain in the shade, and enjoy some great local music.
Due to ongoing public health concerns, all 2021 Hastings Live performances will take place at one of these two venues. In the case of inclement weather, performances will be cancelled or postponed.
Plaza Rules
The following rules apply to Hastings Live programming at the Thornapple Plaza. We thank you for your cooperation.
1. No outside alcohol
2. No smoking or vaping
3. No dogs (service dogs excepted)
For the 2021 season, masks must be worn at Hastings Live performances at the Thornapple Plaza. Guests are further asked to remain seated and maintain social distancing.

About the Series

The Hastings Live Summer Entertainment Series consists of free outdoor concerts and children’s programming throughout the summer in beautiful Hastings, MI. The series is a collaborative effort between the Thornapple Arts Council and the City of Hastings. Hastings Live is funded in part by a grant from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.
Due to ongoing public health concerns, Hastings Live events will observe what safety measures are deemed necessary when the series begins. While all events will remain free, some may be ticketed to limit audience sizes.
Venues

Thornapple Plaza
Our beautiful outdoor amphitheater hosts the Hastings City Band, Friday Night Features, the Community Concert Series, and Hastings Summerfest. Buy yourself a drink, pull up a section of grass, and enjoy a free concert in the great outdoors.
Spray Plaza
This little park in downtown Hastings hosts Playing at the Plaza. Have a seat on the stadium seating during the show, and then cool off in the water jets afterward.
Due to ongoing public health concerns, all Hastings Live performances will take place outdoors at one of these two venues. In the case of inclement weather, performances will be cancelled or postponed.
Plaza Rules
The following rules apply to Hastings Live programming at both the Thornapple Plaza and Spray Plaza. We thank you for your cooperation.
1. No outside alcohol
2. No smoking or vaping
3. No dogs (service dogs excepted)

The Hastings Live Summer Entertainment Series consists of FREE outdoor concerts and children’s programming throughout the summer in beautiful Hastings, MI. The series is a collaborative effort between the Thornapple Arts Council and the City of Hastings.