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*The Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts is now the AL LARSON CULTURAL CENTER!*

Looking for the Prairie Center? You're in the right place! We're excited to launch our new name, the Al Larson Cultural Center, effective June 20, 2026. 

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Summer Breeze 2026

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SUMMER BREEZE CONCERT SERIES 

Schaumburg's free outdoor concert series held select Saturdays in July and August lakeside on the Robert O. Atcher Municipal Campus. 

Presented by

Schaumburg Park DistrictThe Village of Schaumburg

All performances begin at 7 pm.

Please refer to this page for weather-related updates.

Patrons are welcome to bring picnic dinners, lawn chairs and blankets to the concerts. 

Pets are not allowed on the grounds during concerts.

RAIN POLICY

Every effort is made to hold Summer Breeze concerts outdoors. In case of inclement weather, concerts may be moved to the Maggie Atcher Theatre, located inside the Al Larson Cultural Center. A decision on the location is not made until approximately 5:30pm on the day of each concert. Please refer to this webpage for weather-related updates.

Theatre capacity is limited; in the event a concert is moved indoors, free tickets (limit 4 per person) will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis starting at approximately 6pm until capacity is reached. Food and outside beverages will not be not permitted in the theatre. 

PARKING

Free parking is located in the lot adjacent to the Al Larson Cultural Center, located at 201 Schaumburg Ct.

Overflow parking is located in the lot adjacent to School District 54 Administration building, located at 524 E. Schaumburg Rd.

CONCESSIONS

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Doctors Dogs will be selling hot dogs, brats, burgers, and more on the Jack Siegel Memorial Plaza.

Make sure to check out the Young Artists Program Concessions booth, also located on the Jack Siegel Memorial Plaza, selling pretzels, popcorn, and ice cream.

Beer, wine, and soft drinks will be available for sale from the Al Larson Cultural Center Foundation Bar, located on the concert grounds.

SPLIT-THE-POT RAFFLE

Try your luck at the split-the-pot raffle!

Raffle tickets (one ticket for $1 or ten tickets for $5) are sold during the first half of each concert (cash only). The winning ticket is drawn during intermission.  

At each concert, half of the night's raffle proceeds (up to $600) are given to the winning ticket holder and the other half benefits youth programs at the Schaumburg Park District or Village of Schaumburg. In the event that half the proceeds exceed $600, a second winning ticket will be drawn for the remainder of the prize money.

2026 CONCERT SCHEDULE
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July 11

HILLBILLY ROCKSTARZ

Chicagoland's premier country party band delivers a powerhouse set of modern country hits, arena rock classics, '90s nostalgia, and pop favorites.

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July 18

SPRING VALLEY CONCERT BAND

Schaumburg’s adult community band delivers a rousing program featuring show tunes, light classics, marches, patriotic music, and more.
Special pre-show performance by students from Schaumburg Sings Summer Camp starts at 6 pm! 
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July 25

ONE FOOT IN THE GROOVE

A staple at Chicago Bulls games since 2000, this horn-driven band celebrates America’s classic rock heritage with their vibrant, electrifying performance.


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August 15

SIXTEEN CANDLES

Relive the nostalgia and energy of an unforgettable decade of music with the nation's premier '80s pop experience, Sixteen Candles.


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August 22

CLASSICAL BLAST

Classic Rock…with a little Bach! Iconic rock hits, performed on classical and rock instruments, fuse with music by legendary composers like Beethoven, Mozart, and Chopin in this high-energy show. 

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August 29

SHINING STAR

Nine exceptional musicians come together in a joyful, authentic tribute to the music of Earth, Wind & Fire.

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