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Live at the Lake 2025: Your Complete Guide to Lakeville Minnesota's Free Summer Concert Series

Lakeville's favorite summer tradition returns with an exciting lineup of musical performances at Casperson Park!

Summer evenings in Lakeville, Minnesota are about to get a whole lot more entertaining!

The City of Lakeville has announced the return of the beloved "Live at the Lake" summer performance series for 2025, featuring an impressive lineup of diverse musical acts that promise something for everyone in Dakota County and the surrounding Twin Cities metro area.

Now, let’s get into your guide to Live at the Lake 2025.

What You Need to Know About Lakeville's Premier Summer Event

This free concert series will take place at the Casperson Park Outdoor Performance Stage, overlooking the beautiful waters of Lake Marion in Lakeville, MN.

Each Wednesday evening from June through August will feature both an opening act and a headliner, with performances beginning at 6:00 p.m., making it one of the most anticipated Lakeville community events of the year.

The 2,500-square-foot plaza venue is fully accessible with lit pathways and conveniently located between two parking lots in downtown Lakeville. It's also near a playground, making it perfect for Lakeville families with children who might need a break from sitting still!

What to Bring to Lakeville's Live at the Lake Concerts

Pack your lawn chairs or blankets for comfortable seating on the grass. While food trucks and beverage vendors will be on site for each performance in Lakeville, you're welcome to bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy while experiencing live music in one of Lakeville's most beautiful parks.

Map via Lakeville Area Arts Center

2025 Lakeville Live at the Lake Performance Schedule

For updates on inclement weather, visit the Lakeville Area Arts Center on Facebook.

June Performances in Lakeville, MN

  • June 11: Lakeville Area Community Band opens for BOB, The Music of Dylan

  • June 18: Sawyer's Dream (70s-styled family-friendly pop, rock & soul) opens for Mississippi Hot Club (jazz & swing string ensemble)

  • June 25: Patchouli & Terra Guitarra (nuevo flamenco guitar duo) opens for Marv & Kaat (folk rock/Americana)

July Performances at Casperson Park, Lakeville

  • July 2: Audrey Q. (indie rock, pop & rock) opens for Anti-Skip Protection (90s Rock and Pop Hits)

  • July 6 (Sunday Special): Lakeville Area Community Band performs a patriotic-themed concert for Pan-O-Prog

  • July 9 (Pan-O-Prog Tribute Night): Good to Be King: A Celebration of Tom Petty

  • July 16: Minneapolis Commodores (a cappella singing group) opens for Tony Cuchetti (rock & blues)

  • July 23: Twin Cities Ballet opens for The Dollys (Emmy Lou Harris, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt covers)

  • July 30: KCR Project (country rock duo) opens for Little Chicago (horn band covering hits from the 60's & 70's)

August Performances in Downtown Lakeville

  • August 6: Rob Meany (folk) opens for The Castaways (classic rock)

  • August 13: Matt Hannah (folk) opens for Lakeville Area Community Band (POPS Concert)

  • August 20: Relativity the Band (current top 40, classic rock & folk) opens for Jo Jo Green (jazz, pop & rock)

  • August 28: Mark Ross and the Three-Nineteen (American indie/alt rock) opens for Led Foot Larry (country & rock)

Food Options at Lakeville's Summer Concert Series

Each concert will feature three food trucks offering a variety of culinary options at beautiful Lake Marion.

Vendors will rotate throughout the summer, including local Lakeville and Twin Cities favorites such as:

  • Byblos Mediterranean Express

  • Streetside Canteen

  • Pure Country Kool Treats & Sweets

  • Divine Swine

  • HaDaFoodie

  • Unbakeable

  • Sambusa Samosa

  • BD Sammies

  • Game Day Grub

  • Heavy Metal Grill

  • Rollin Nolen's BBQ

Getting to Casperson Park in Lakeville, Minnesota

The Casperson Park Outdoor Performance Stage is easily accessible in Lakeville with parking available in two lots adjacent to the venue.

Located at 19964 Jubilee Way in Lakeville, MN 55044, the stage and seating area are fully accessible for those with mobility needs.

For visitors from surrounding communities like Apple Valley, Farmington, Burnsville, or other parts of the south metro, Casperson Park is conveniently located just minutes from I-35.

Mark your calendars now for the 2025 Live at the Lake summer concert series—where Lakeville's community and music come together under the Minnesota summer sky!