Join Naper Settlement for an electrifying celebration of the legendary Queen of Soul and Sly and the Family Stone at Naper Nights on June 19th! LaShera Moore Ellis, along with a powerhouse 10-piece band, will bring the music of Aretha Franklin to life with R-E-S-P-E-C-T: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin. Joining the stage is Chicago's very own dynamic 9-piece funk and soul group, Bumpus, playing all your favorite Sly and the Family Stone hits including “Everyday People,” “Dance to the Music,” and more! Gates open at 5 PM!
Naper Nights isn’t just an outdoor concert, it’s a community celebration with local restaurants, food trucks, businesses, and a FREE kid’s area with painting by Pinot’s Palette, games by Chasers and more! Naper Nights takes place throughout Naper Settlement's beautiful 13-acre historic campus, providing a unique summer concert experience that you won't find anywhere else!