Experience an Arts in Oakland’s series of free outdoor concerts at the Arts Pavilion, featuring performances by the Steve Leonard Band, Phunky Warlocks, and Simple (Music of Phish). Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, bug spray, and snacks for these community performances. Convenient parking is available at Great Oak Park and Doty Road lots.
Arts in Oakland Announces 2026 Summer Concert Series at Great Oak Park — Kickoff Event May 31
Arts in Oakland is proud to announce the kickoff of its 2026 Summer Concert Series at Great Oak Park, launching another season of free, family-friendly live music in the heart of the community.
Kickoff Event — Sunday, May 31 at 3:00pm
This free community event features live performances from Phunky Warlocks and Steve Leonard & The Great Oak Music Alliance.
Phunky Warlocks deliver jam rock classics inspired by The Grateful Dead, Phish, Bob Dylan, and more. Steve Leonard & The Great Oak Music Alliance follow with a dynamic mix of original music and jam-style covers.
Bring a chair, bring the family, and feel free to pack food and drinks for a relaxed Sunday afternoon in the park—free and open to all.
Mark your Calendars- 2026 Summer Concert Series Schedule — Great Oak Park beginning 3pm til Sunset.
• Sun 5/31 — Steve Leonard Band w/ Phunky Warlocks (Kickoff Event)
• Sun 6/28 — Steve Leonard Band w/ Phunky Warlocks
• Sun 7/26 — SIMPLE (Music of Phish) w/ Steve Leonard Band
• Sat 8/15 — Steve Leonard Band w/ Phunky Warlocks
• Sun 9/13 — SIMPLE (Music of Phish) w/ Steve Leonard Band
More Summer Concerts at Great Oak Park to Come
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Arts in Oakland is actively seeking sponsors to support the 2026 Summer Concert Series and help keep all events free and open to the public.
Sponsorship tiers include:
• Presenting Sponsor
• Gold Sponsor
• Silver Sponsor
• Community Sponsor
Sponsorship offers visibility across event promotion, social media, and on-site recognition depending on level, while directly supporting community arts programming.
Contact:
Andrea Levy | Chair
arts@oakland-nj.org
Follow: @artsinoakland on Facebook & Instagram
A full summer of music is coming to Great Oak Park—free and open to all.