Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center is thrilled to bring back its free pop-up Beer Garden series — an open-air celebration of community, live music, food, and fun.
These vibrant pre-show gatherings are perfect for all ages and totally free to attend! Enjoy lawn games, grab a bite from local food trucks, and kick back to the sound of live music before heading inside for a night of unforgettable entertainment. Whether you’re coming for the show or just the vibes, there’s something for everyone at Uptown’s Beer Garden!
Friday, May 30 | 5:00 PM
Heather Shaw: Get ready to laugh out loud before the main event with comedian Heather Shaw! Enjoy upbeat live music featuring Ray Adkins from 5-7:00 PM, along with outdoor fun and eats from the Alexander Shimpeno food truck.
Sunday, Jun. 22 | 1:30 PM
Kanin Wren’s Taylor Swift Experience: Spend the afternoon singing along to Taylor’s greatest hits at this Swiftie-approved celebration. Enjoy live music featuring Raven and Red (Britany Jones and Mitchell Lane) from 1:30-3:30 PM on the lawn, and don’t forget to grab lunch from the Richie Vliese food truck before the 4:00 PM show!
Saturday, Jul. 19 | 5:00 PM
The Joshua Tree: A U2 Tribute: Rock the night away with a beer in hand and U2 in your ears! Start your evening with live tunes and tasty bites from Sabatino’s before heading in for a high-energy tribute performance.
Saturday, Aug. 9 | 5:00 PM
The Dave Matthews Tribute Band: Jam out with the ultimate DMB experience! Groove through a double-set of live music before the show and dig into dinner from Sabatino’s.
Friday, Sept. 19 | 5:00 PM
A Chorus Line: Kick off the weekend with Broadway flair and Beer Garden fun! Dance into the evening with live music and food from Saloon 151 before this dazzling musical takes the stage.
Friday, Oct. 3 | 5:00 PM
Puppy Pals Live: Bring the whole family for an early evening of tail-wagging fun! Play lawn games, enjoy live tunes, and grab dinner from Sabatino’s before this canine comedy show begins.
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