June brings Summer in the City! Toledo City Paper’s annual calendar spotlighting area happenings throughout this warmer season. It’s time to celebrate all the amazing concerts, festivals and events that make Toledo an exciting and welcoming place. Here are our picks for the hottest things to do this month:
JUNE 2
Music at the Market Begins
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an awesome summer concert in Perrysburg, thanks to Mercy Health. Every Thursday, 7pm, June 2 through August 26, at the Commodore Schoolyard at 140 E. Indiana Ave., across from Way Public Library.
June 2: Hepcat Revival
June 9: Jake Pilewski & Peter Kharchenko
June 16: The Grape Smugglers
June 23: JT & Thunderhill
June 30: Perrysburg Symphony Orchestra
JUNE 3
Old West End Festival
One of the area’s longest-running and most beloved annual events returns with the 48th anniversary of the Old West End Festival. (See the Toledo City Paper special insert!) Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June 5. toledooldwestend.com/festival
JUNE 4
Bark in the Park 2022
A 5k run and a one-mile leisure walk are the centerpieces of this annual event aimed at raising funds for the Toledo Humane Society. Attendees will also experience a variety of live entertainment, games, a “Paw Patio” with adult beverages and more. $25 to participate in the run/walk. 10am-noon. The Shops at Fallen Timbers, Maumee. toledohumanesociety.salsalabs.org/bitp2022/index.html
Maple and Main Art and Music Festival
Traditionally held the weekend after Memorial Day, Sylvania’s annual artistic celebration brings thousands of visitors downtown. Artists in a variety of media showcase their pieces while food trucks, musical performances and beverages from local breweries make the day an event to remember. 11:30am-7:30pm, Saturday. 10am-4pm, Sunday. Downtown Sylvania, 419-517-0118. sylvaniaarts.org
Ottawa Park Summer Concert Series begins
The historic Amphitheater’s concert series has been expanded for 2022, and all concerts are free to attend. 6-8pm. 2205 Kenwood Blvd. 419-936-3887. ottawapark.org.
June 4: The Good, the Bad & the Blues
June 11: The Bradberries
June 18: Dezire
June 25: Los Hermanos Villegas
Toledo One Walk
The annual 2 mile walk hosted by the Michigan and Northern Ohio Chapter of JDRF aims to raise over $69,000 to fight Type 1 Diabetes. 8:30am. Swan Creek Preserve Metroparks, 4301 Airport Hwy. 313-318-1039. jdrf.org
JUNE 8
Levis Commons Summer Music Series
The Town Center in Perrysburg’s popular concert series returns on Wednesday afternoons and, in July, select Saturday nights. 11:30am-1:30pm, Wednesdays. 3201 Levis Commons Blvd. 419-931-8888. shopleviscommons.com.
June 8: Lee Warren
June 15: Ben DeLong Band
June 22: Jon Roth
June 29: Barile & May
JUNE 10
Hensville Live! Begins
Toledo’s entertainment district downtown hosts a summer of fun and music as popular bands from around the area take the stage.
June 10: The Skittle Bots
June 24: The Grape Smugglers
Steve Treviño at Funny Bone
Billed as “America’s Favorite Husband,” Treviño brings his hilarious observations about marriage, being a father and modern life for a two-day gig at the Funny Bone in Perrysburg. $20. 7:30pm and 10pm, Friday, June 10. 7pm and 9:30pm, Saturday, June 11. 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.funnybone.com
JUNE 11
Bobby G. & Friends Band at Lucille’s
A local music legend, Bobby G. has been bringing his brand of the blues to Toledo audiences for 50 years, working with the Friends Band for over a decade. Don’t miss a powerful and soulful evening at Lucille’s. $15-27. 8pm. Lucille’s Jazz Lounge, 1447 N. Summit St. lucillesjazzlounge.com
JUNE 16
The Accidentals at Glass City Metropark
Formed in Traverse City, Michigan, The Accidentals— made up of singer-songwriters Sav Buist and Katie Larson, along with percussionist Michael Dause— bring unique genres for an unforgettable performance. 7pm. Glass City Metropark, 983 Front St. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free
Lee Brice at Toledo Zoo
With eight number-one songs on the Billboard Country charts, Lee Brice is one of the biggest names in the genre today. He brings his “Label Me Proud” tour to the Zoo Amphitheater with guests Michael Ray and Tyler Farr. $30.50-179.50. 7pm. 2700 Broadway St. 419-385-5721. toledozoo.org
JUNE 17
Bye Bye Bucca
The Mystery Dinner Theatre experts at Curtains! present a 1920’s gangster comedy where the godfather of a crime family is murdered. An interactive experience complete with a three-course meal. $60. Bar opens at 6pm, show starts at 6:30pm. Spaghetti Warehouse, 42 S. Superior St. 419-255-5038. curtainsmysterytheatre.com
Common at Promenade Park
ProMedica’s 2022 Summer Concert Series kicks off with a performance by legendary rap artist Common, one of the rare performers to have won an Emmy, an Oscar and three Grammys. $20-50. 6:15pm. 250 Water St. promedicalive.com
JUNE 18
Blackniq Picnic Festival
Celebrate African American Culture with Toledo’s first Blackniq event. Bring your own food or purchase from a variety of vendors, listen to some great live music and enjoy a picnic while commemorating Juneteenth. 3-8pm. Market on the Green, 1806 Madison Ave. Free
Juneteenth Weekend Celebration
The Toledo-Lucas County Public Library joins forces with NAACP Toledo for a Juneteenth commemoration, including artist workshops, panels, a rooftop party and more. Begins at 9am. Main Library, 325 N. Michigan St. 419-259-5200. toledolibrary.org
Muddy Mini Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon and 5K
The first of the four-part “Run the 419 Series,” the Muddy Mini offers beautiful views throughout the course from uptown Maumee to the outfield of Fifth Third Field. $80 for half marathon, $60 for quarter marathon, $37 for 5K. 7:30am. Register at runsignup.com/muddymini
JUNE 24
Brooks and Dunn at the Huntington Center
With 20 #1 songs on the Hot Country charts and 12 studio albums to their name, the iconic country musical duo comes to Toledo as part of their “Reboot 2022” tour. $39.75-149.75. 7pm. 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-321-5007. huntingtoncentertoledo.com
Crosby Festival of the Arts
A staple of the Toledo arts scene since 1965, the 56th edition of this three-day art extravaganza features a variety of remarkable artists, not to mention live music and local cuisine. Friday, June 24 through Sunday, June 26. Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr. crosbyfest.com
Night Ranger and Sebastian Bach
Promenade Park’s Summer Concert Series welcomes the band behind “Sister Christian” and Skid Row’s lead singer. $20-55. 6:15pm. 250 Water St. promedicalive.com
Radio Free Honduras at Glass City Metropark
The Metroparks’ Folk Series begins with a performance by this Chicago-based Latin folk-rock band, fronted by Honduran music legend Charlie Baron. 7pm. Glass City Metropark, 983 Front St. 419-407-9700. metroparkstoledo.com Free
The Temptations and The Four Tops at Centennial Terrace
A pair of legendary Detroit musical groups share the stage at Centennial as The Temptations (celebrating the group’s 60th anniversary with original member Dr. Otis Williams) and The Four Tops (with original member Abdul “Duke” Fakir) perform. $36-66. 8pm. 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania. 419-885-7106. centennialterrace.org
JUNE 25
Toledo Motorcycle Riders City Take Over
No matter what make or model you own, the Toledo Motorcycle Riders invite you to meet up in the parking lot behind the Real Seafood Company for the first annual ride around the city in a celebration of biking culture. 6pm. 22 Main St. facebook.com/groups/toledomotorcycleriders
