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/
November 2023
Thursday, 11/2/2023
Grand Funk Railroad with Special Guest Foghat – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Known as “The American Band”, the high-energy five-piece group will play forty shows all over the USA this year. Grand Funk Railroad includes original founding members Don Brewer (vocals and drums, writer and singer of the multi-million selling hit, We’re an American Band) and bassist Mel Schacher, “The God of Thunder.” Foghat celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2021, and their live performances show why the band is still around and why they will be able to keep on rockin’ as long as they want to play! Their music is timeless, and touring is part of their DNA. Tickets start at $49.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
Friday, 11/3/2023
In This Moment & Ice Nine Kills with special guests Avatar & New Years Day – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 5 p.m.
Since coming to life in 2005, In This Moment have presided over a diehard fan base under the watch of “mother” figure and frontwoman Maria Brink—joined by co-founder and lead guitarist Chris Howorth, bassist Travis Johnson, guitarist Randy Weitzel, and Kent Dimmel. As millions convened upon the group’s otherworldly and unforgettable concerts, they quietly emerged as one of the most influential and impactful bands of the 21st century. Ice Nine Kills makes music both timeless and timely, mixing metal, hardcore, and punk, with accessible power. New hard-rock-and-horror anthems like “Hip to be Scared,” “Assault & Batteries,” “Take Your Pick,” and “Farewell II Flesh” demonstrate Spencer’s fascination with fright, pop culture obsession, and his expertise with inescapably wicked melodic hooks and clever twists of phrase. Tickets start at $54.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
Mississippi Heat– Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
Led by harmonica master and songwriter Pierre Lacocque, Mississippi Heat is a world-class Chicago Blues Band. Their motto is “Traditional Blues with a Unique Sound” as they present fresh yet vintage-based musical ideas.
Infinity - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 8 p.m.
"Classic to Current: The Ultimate Rock Experience" Formed in 1985, Infinity grew from being not only a Journey Tribute band, but one of the top drawing cover - bands in the Midwest. Two-plus decades rocking the hundreds of local music festivals lighting up the Chicago suburbs each summer have put Infinity in front of hundreds of thousands of fans.
Saturday, 11/4/2023
Dwight Yoakam – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Dwight Yoakam has sold more than 25 million albums worldwide, and he is a 21-time nominated, multiple GRAMMY Award winner. He has 12 gold albums and 9 platinum or multi-platinum albums, with five of those albums topping Billboard’s Country Albums chart and another 14 landing in the Top 10. Tickets start at $59.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
Fletcher Rockwell - Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 p.m.
With classic Americana-tinged rock & roll steeped in the blue-collar charm of their hometown, Chicago’s Fletcher Rockwell has been building a loyal fanbase throughout the Midwest since 2009. While widely known for their original songs, the group is also revered for clever versions of the most popular cover music, spanning everything from vintage Tom Petty, Paul Simon and Talking Heads to contemporary roots revivalists Chris Stapleton, Dawes and Mumford & Sons.
Beyond the Blonde - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 8 p.m.
BTB is the Midwest's only tribute to P!NK, Gwen Stefani, and Lady Gaga.
Friday, 11/10/2023
Mike Wheeler Band – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 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.
Hello Weekend - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 8 p.m.
Hello Weekend is a nonstop, hit after hit, party band. They not only bring high-energy sound with Christina's heart stopping vocals, but they bring a captivating stage presence and an overall transfixing performance, the likes of which, you won't soon forget!
Saturday, 11/11/2023
Jay Leno – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Acclaimed TV late night show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder and mechanic, and philanthropist…Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest working man in show business.” Jay Leno’s late night television ratings domination included two decades as the host of the #1-rated “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” –after the first two years Jay Leno never lost a single ratings year in which he served as host. Tickets start at $69.50. www.Ticketmaster.com
Laura Rain & The Caesars – Council Oak Bar Stage – 8 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.
Mr. Blotto - Hard Rock Café Stage – 8 p.m.
Mr. Blotto is Chicago’s Original Jam Band. In their 30th year as a non-stop touring band with over a dozen albums and nearly 4000 concerts under their belt, Mr. Blotto is at this point, a force of nature to be experienced.