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, 8/29/2025
DJ Drethe_Giant - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Born on November 4, 1981, in Gary, Indiana, Andre P. Cobb, better known as Drethe_Giant, is a multitalented creative force. A professional licensed barber, drummer, thespian, comedian, radio host, singer, and DJ, Dre brings a dynamic blend of artistry and charisma to every endeavor.
Sheryl Youngblood Band - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Sheryl started her own Blues band Sheryl Youngblood Blues Band in 2013 A Powerful Vocalist; Drummer; Songwriter; Bandleader; Entertainer. works regularly and travels extensively.
Saturday, 8/30/2025
DJ Nasty Boy Noel - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
My name is Noel Cullen, aka DJ “Nasty Boy” Noel.
Party Foul - Hard Rock Cafe Stage – 9 p.m.
Party Foul takes you on a ride from Beatles to Bruno until you’re feeling numero uno. This six-piece band prides itself on crowd-engaging performances with a mix of pop, rock, and country so everyone gets something. Premium vocals, mashups, and instrumentation that never throw in the towel, from Motown to Uptown until you get down, that’s Party Foul!
SEPTEMBER
Friday, 9/5/2025
DJ Cliqs - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
DJ Cliqs is one of the most talented & rocking Versatile Mix DJs with a reputation to rock a diverse crowd with good music. He started Deejaying at the age of 18 years after discovering he has an ear & Love for House music, inspired by the likes of Oskido, Glen Lewis, DJ Mbuso, Bojo Mujo (RIP), DJ Mujava, DJ Fresh, DJ Clock, DJ Christos and many more.
Saturday, 9/6/2025
Wanda Sykes – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Wanda is an Emmy winning stand-up comic, writer, actress and producer who has been entertaining audiences for over twenty years. She has ranked among Entertainment Weekly's “25 Funniest People in America” and her peers have called her “one of the funniest stand-up comics” in the field. Tickets are $52.50 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Drethe_Giant - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Born on November 4, 1981, in Gary, Indiana, Andre P. Cobb, better known as Drethe_Giant, is a multitalented creative force. A professional licensed barber, drummer, thespian, comedian, radio host, singer, and DJ, Dre brings a dynamic blend of artistry and charisma to every endeavor.
Krista Lynn Meadow – Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Krista Lynn Meadow is an independent country music artist out of Tennessee, residing in her hometown of Murfreesboro, thirty minutes outside of Nashville. A performer at heart, Krista started gigging around Nashville at the age of 18.
Friday, 9/12/2025
Deon Cole – Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Deon Cole is a comedian, actor, writer, and producer who currently stars in the critically acclaimed BET+ series, Average Joe. Deon can be seen in his latest NAACP nominated, one-hour special for Netflix, Charleen's Boy. Tickets are $49.50 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Nasty Boy Noel - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
My name is Noel Cullen, aka DJ “Nasty Boy” Noel.
Jonathan Ellison - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Jonathan Ellison was crowned the new “King of Beale Street” in 2019. He released his debut album, “Guitar Cry for Me” to rave reviews from Living Blues Magazine and other outlets. Jonathan plans a summer 2023 release for a new single as well as a full album, “Rhythm and Soul Blues Man” in 2024. He is the recipient of the WC Handy Heritage Award. Jonathan is currently nominated for Contemporary Blues Album for “Changing Times” with the group Silent Partners. Jonathan, along with Silent Partners, is also nominated for the prestigious Sean Costello Rising Star Award.
Saturday, 9/13/2025
Staind with special guests Lakeview & Divide the Fall - Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Staind is comprised of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Lewis, lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist and backing vocalist Johnny April, and drummer Sal Giancarelli. The band was formed in 1995 in their hometown of Springfield, Massachusetts. Over the course of their career, the band has released seven studio albums and eight Top 10 singles, selling over 15 million albums worldwide. Tickets are $69.50 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Marquez Antonio – Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
Straight from the 312 the birthplace of House Music, Marquez Antonio is known for his selective picks of tracks and blends. Always taking you for a ride on his groove's, he is also Co-Founder of Groove Foundation, as well as Sunday Afternoon Grooves and Eats & Beats Events. A veteran on the wheel of steel (Turntables).
Small Town - Hard Rock Café 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!
Friday, 9/19/2025
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.
Jonny James - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 p.m.
Jonny James is a Nashville recording artist from Northwest Indiana. He has been featured on multiple country radio stations as an “up-and-coming artist to watch out for”.
Saturday, 9/20/2025
Bollywood & Beyond: Kavita Krishnamurti and Dr. L. Subramaniam - Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Hard Rock Live concert venue will host a performance by Indian musical legends Dr. L. Subramaniam, famously referred to as the "God of Indian Violin," alongside his wife, the beloved playback and classical singer Kavita Krishnamurti. Tickets are $66.85 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Slash – Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
DJ Slash began his career as a turntable Dj back in 1983, spinning house, dance music, early hip-hop, and various other genres on 12-inch vinyl.
Fletcher Rockwell - Hard Rock Café Stage – 9 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.
Friday, 9/26/2025
Ron White - Hard Rock Live – Doors open at 7 p.m.
Renowned comedian Ron White, affectionately known as "Tater Salad," catapulted into the limelight as the cigar-wielding, scotch-savoring humorist who stole the spotlight within the Blue Collar Comedy Tour phenomenon. Yet, his trajectory has evolved into an extraordinary journey, one where he has risen to chart-topping Grammy-nominated comic and a captivating feature film actor. Tickets are $49.50 and up. Visit www.Ticketmaster.com
DJ Bobby C - Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
DJ Bobby C. is a product of the Chicago house scene getting his start back in the mid 80's. Being so blessed to thrive in such an era of house music, Bobby has been able to build upon that exposure and go on with that knowledge.
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.
Saturday, 9/27/2025
DJ Ric Hard – Council Oak Bar Stage – 9 p.m.
A regionally known DJ that’s played almost every major club and spot in Northwest Indiana and Chicagoland.
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!