Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
Live Music Performances
- Council Oak Bar and Hard Rock Café performances are FREE.
- Hard Rock Live performances are ticketed.
- All shows 21 and up!
Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana * 5400 West 29th Ave. in Gary, IN, 46406 * 219-228-2383 + https://www.hardrockcasinonorthernindiana.com/
AUGUST
Friday, 8/21/2026
Theory of a Deadman & Sevendust: The Dead / Seven Tour Support: Return to Dust – Hard Rock Live – 6 p.m.
With sky-high hooks, riffs as thick as a 2x4, rumbling grooves, and a razor-sharp sense of humor, Theory of a Deadman ha quietly persisted as an unapologetic, unbreakable, and undeniable hard rock force with major multiplatinum hits and countless sold out shows in each of the past two decades. Jamming together in basements throughout high school, the band burst out of their small hometown of North Delta, British Columbia with the self-titled, Theory of a Deadman, during 2002. Tickets are $58.35 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Kevin Allen - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Kevin Allen DJ/Producer/Remixer/Video Editor from the 219/Chicago started his journey at an early age. Naturally, growing up in the Chicago area, he was an instant House Head. Kevin produces, remixes and plays a wide variety of House Music ranging from Jackin House to Tech House.
Mr. Funnyman - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
Mr. Funnyman is the ultimate variety band in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland performing a wide range of different cover music including but not limited to Micheal Jackson, Pink Floyd, Aretha Franklin, Chicago, ABBA, Bruno Mars, The Beatles, Elton John, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats, Leonard Skynyrd, Steely Dan, Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, The Who and dozens of other artists that would make this list too long.
Saturday, 8/22/2026
DJ Nasty Boy Noel – Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
My name is Noel Cullen, aka DJ “Nasty Boy” Noel.
Nate Venturelli - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
Country Singer Songwriter Nate Venturelli is from Northwest Indiana. Nate’s new single "Union Man'' a song written about the story of his grandfather's life growing up to becoming a Union Steelworker has gotten recognition from Union’s around the country, rave reviews, support from fans, and Country Radio.
Friday, 8/28/2026
Wiz Khalifa – Hard Rock Live – 7 p.m.
Multi-platinum selling, GRAMMY® and Golden Globe nominated recording artist Wiz Khalifa burst onto the scene with the release of his first major label debut album, Rolling Papers in 2011. Rolling Papers spawned the hugely successful hits “Black and Yellow,” “Roll Up,” and “No Sleep” and gave Wiz the platform to win the award for “Best New Artist” at the 2011 BET Awards and “Top New Artist” at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. “Black and Yellow” also earned him his first two GRAMMY nods for “Best Rap Performance” and “Best Rap Song”. As a follow up to Rolling Papers, Wiz Released O.N.I.F.C. in 2012. This album featured tracks “Work Hard, Play Hard” and “Remember You” featuring The Weeknd. His third studio album released in 2014, Blacc Hollywood, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200 album chart and included the hit single "We DemBoyz." Soon after, Wiz’s track, “See You Again,” off the Furious 7 soundtrack, catapulted to the top of the charts across 95 countries and earned him a Golden Globes nomination for “Best Original Song”. Wiz released his album, Khalifa, in February 2016 as a thank you to fans which included the tracks “Bake Sale” featuring Travis Scott and “Elevated.”
Tickets are $67.05 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Speaks - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
DJ Speaks, formerly known as DJ Chiko, is a renowned figure in the music industry whose career spans over 15 years, showcasing his evolution from local Chicago clubs to a global presence.
Disco Circus - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
Chicago-based disco/funk tribute band, The Disco Circus, creates a NEXT LEVEL nostalgic experience by combining the energy and excitement of a 3-ring circus with the grooviest music from the1970’s!
Saturday, 8/29/2026
DJ N4Red - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Tina is the proud founder of DJN4Red Entertainment LLC (2019). She honed her DJ skills under the tutelage of her father after receiving her first professional DJ turntable at the age of 9 and started DJing parties in her neighborhood at the age of 12.
Stache - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Stache is a seven-piece band that expertly plays the hits from across decades and genres. A Stache! show the ultimate "shuffle" experience: a wild ride where you never know what you're going to get next, but it's sure to get people singing along, out of their seats and onto the dancefloor!
Sunday, 8/30/2026
Jason Bonham – Hard Rock Live – 6 p.m.
Jason Bonham always finds himself at home behind the drumkit. From this spot, he has anchored the tempo for a myriad of the most legendary artists of all-time. It’s the place where he initially realized his destiny as a kid. It’s a tried-and-true safe harbor for the expression of his purest emotions. It’s a direct conduit to his late father and Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham. Following stints with Airrace and Virginia Wolf, he handled drums on Jimmy Page’s gold-certified Outrider. During 1988, he notably accompanied Page, John Paul Jones, and Robert Plant behind the kit for Led Zeppelin at the Atlantic Records 40th Anniversary Celebration Concert. Tickets are $67.05 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
SEPTEMBER
Friday, 9/4/2026
Vino Louden - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Vino Louden is a Chicago Blues Hall of Fame Inductee born in the small town of Hayti, Missouri. Since fronting his own band, Vino Louden Band has played venues locally and abroad, including Buddy Guys Legends, Hollywood Bowl, Windy City Live, House of Blues, Chicago Theater, and in Brazil, France, and Japan.
The Static Age - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
The Static Age, a spinoff of viral internet band stop.drop.rewind, delivers the best of ‘90s and ‘00s alternative rock, emo, grunge and pop punk.
Saturday, 9/5/2026
Duke Tumatoe and the Power Trio - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Duke Tumatoe, born William “Bill" Severen Fiorio in 1947, is an American blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter. He has gigged with Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, B.B. King, Willie Dixon, Buddy Guy, John Fogerty and George Thorogood.
Mike Wheelher Band - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Mike Wheeler is a brilliant staple in the Chicago blues community and was inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame in 2014. From Jazz to Rock, from popular music to Top 40, Mike slides in and out of musical genres with sophistication, ease and indulgence.
Friday, 9/11/2026
Mandalyn and the Hunters - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Indiana-based singer/songwriter Mandalyn has the rare kind of voice that can stir souls. Whether she is performing on her own or with her band, The Hunters, Wes Rettinger (Lead Guitar), Mo Taylor (Drums), Mike Boyle (Bass), and Jim Johnson (Keys) she has mesmerized audiences with her soaring, sultry vocal abilities.
Terrapin Flyer - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
For the past 25 years Terrapin Flyer has been touring with the finest in the Grateful Dead community of musicians and has become a fixture of the national music scene, playing regularly at venues around the country and appearing at music festivals.
Saturday, 9/12/2026
Gregory Porter – Hard Rock Live – 6 p.m.
Gregory has become one of the most successful jazz vocalists of his generation. He recently received the 2025 Edison Jazz Lifetime Achievement Award. With a voice that has been described as "liquid gold," Gregory Porter has captivated audiences around the world with his soulful baritone and deeply emotional performances. His unique blend of jazz, soul, and gospel has earned him critical acclaim and huge global success. Tickets are $72.20 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
The Iron Maidens - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Formed in 2001, The Iron Maidens have quickly established themselves as one of southern California’s most popular tribute acts and are rapidly gaining international recognition.
Friday, 9/18/2026
Northwest Indiana Symphony – Rick Steve’s Europe – Hard Rock Live – 7 p.m.
The orchestra will perform a selection of stirring 19th-century anthems by Romantic-era composers. The first nine pieces each feature a different nationality, while the finale, Beethoven's “Ode to Joy” (Europe's official anthem), pays homage to the continent's motto of “United in Diversity.” A surprise encore then celebrates a happy cultural homecoming back in the USA. And to help make the concert an unforgettable journey, each piece is accompanied by beautiful and evocative video images from the public television series Rick Steves’ Europe. Tickets are $71.20 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
The Smiley Tillmon Band featuring Kate Moss - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
One of the busiest blues outfits in Chicagoland, the Smiley Tillmon Band is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. There’s an obvious reason why the veteran guitarist’s booking schedule is so jam-packed: Smiley knows how to have a good time and makes sure his audience does too. After 55 years on the local blues scene, Tillmon serves up the blues and soul standards that people never seem to stop craving, his rich vocals and fluid guitar backed by a band that keeps his grooves tight and right. He joined forces with bassist Tom Rezetko, and they’ve been inseparable onstage ever since. Kate Moss shares guitar duties with Tillmon. Drummer George Baumann completes one of the Windy City’s toughest blues combos, one that’ll keep you smiling from ear to ear.
Small Town - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
Small Town is the Nation’s best and most authentic John Mellencamp experience! This 7 pc band replicates 30+ yrs of the John Mellencamp music Catalog using violin, mandolin, accordion, melodica, keyboards, guitars and drums!
Saturday, 9/19/2026
Laura Rain and the Caesars - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Laura Rain is a hard driving soul singer who uses the power and finesse of her own voice to inspire and electrify your spirit. Born and raised in Detroit, she delivers her original music with fearless emotion and excitement. Along with her creative partner George Friend, the pair have released four albums, and six singles with a unique blend of contemporary funky soul, blues and R&B worthy of Detroit’s rich history of musical innovators.
The B-Side - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
The B-Side blends rock, R&B, country, and dance tunes to craft sets that can entertain at festivals, corporate events, fundraisers, nightclubs, weddings, and more.
Friday, 9/25/2026
Serendipity - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Serendipity is a pop/rock band from the Chicago suburbs most notable for playing a combination of popular 60s, 70s and 80s covers as well as current pop hits at events all over the Chicago land area. Serendipity has been seen and heard on live television, radio stations and commercials. They are well known for their high energy and great musicianship. The band will also be working on an original album in 2020.
Libido Funk Circus - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
From their inception in 1996, one thing that has always remained the same about Libido Funk Circus is their love for a "good show." LFC not only loves to perform music, but to entertain... to provide an audience a high-energy, feel-good show to make them smile and forget about their troubles.
Saturday, 9/26/2026
Tom Holland and the Shuffle Kings - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Tom Holland grew up on Chicago’s south side and was influenced by the city’s rich jazz and blues heritage from a very young age. His father’s love of music and vast record collection was the catalyst for Tom’s love of music, especially blues.
Old Shoe - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Old Shoe is a five-piece Americana roots rock band based out of Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2010, Old Shoe has steadily forged the Midwest scene with its organic grooves and growing loyal fanbase.