08/26/2026
What an incredible summer! Live @ Levings 2026 was a massive success, packed with unforgettable energy, incredible talent, and pure community joy from start to finish.
Look at what we pulled off together across the season:
June 7: Jumped it off with national Southern Soul recording artist Mike Clark Jr. for Southern Soul Party Pt. 3.
June 14: Co-sponsored by the Crossroads Blues Society, we brought real Chicago Blues to the stage with the Mike Wheeler Chicago Blues Band and Bernard Crump.
June 19: Collaborated with Juneteenth to bring the Live @ Levings Talent Show over to Sinnissippi Park with DJ Big C.
June 21: Celebrated the 100 Fathers Day Event featuring the Queens of the Stage (Kandrice Jackson, Lil Rhonda, and DJ Vanessa).
July 11: Brought down the house at Jazz Fest featuring Liquid Soul, The Phil Seed Band, and Harlan Jefferson.
July 12: Highlighted local talent with the Community Showcase featuring Rockford's Best Dance Crew, KRK Band, and B. Lytemore.
July 26: Turned up the energy at The Hype DJ Battle with host Harlan Jefferson taking the stage!
August 9: Packed the park for the Battle at Levings breaking battles.
August 16: Co-sponsored by the Crossroads Blues Society, we welcomed national recording artist Sheryl Youngblood and the Knott US Band.
August 23: Wrapped up an epic season with The 2026 Talent Show Finals, headlined by R&B group Pure Soul performing a special tribute to Frankie Beverly & Maze!
A Huge Thank You:
Our Community: To everyone who brought their lawn chairs, supported local vendors, and showed up every week.
All-Ages Performers: To every contestant and artist—of all ages—who shared their talents on our stage.
Our Partners: Special shoutout to our presenting sponsor, Aetna Better Health of Illinois, the Crossroads Blues Society, Juneteenth, and the Rockford Park District for supporting this series!
We are already counting down the days until next year. See you all at Live @ Levings 2027! 🎷✨
