Summer Concerts at the Arb make a triumphant return

The 2025 Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series is once again coming to the Arboretum of South Barrington this summer at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday running all the way through Aug. 13.

These concerts would not be able to happen without the generosity of Heidner Properties and Rick Heidner himself. Charitable sponsors include Wickstrom Auto Group and the Rob Morrison Team at Coldwell Banker. Additional sponsors include Ricky Rockets Fuel Centers, Goldrush Gaming and the village of South Barrington.

This summer’s Wickstrom Lincoln Concert Series has something for every type of music lover as some of the most popular bands from the area will be coming to the Arb. With fan favorite bands like 7th heaven and tributes bands such as Eagles tribute One of These Nights. Food will be available as concertgoers can enjoy takeout from restaurants at the Arb or Sip n Shop at Tangled Roots Craft Brew & Kitchen, The Hampton Social or Star Cinema Grill. For the full lineup, visit shopthearb.com.

Volunteers have generously donated their time to help staff and put on the best show possible. One of these volunteer groups is Shelter Inc., leaders in Chicagoland for providing emotional and physical care to help at-risk children, a cause near and dear to the Heidner family. Along with Shelter Inc., animal support organizations Helping Paws and Soul Harbor Ranch will make appearances to bring even more smiles to these concerts.

Upcoming concerts include:

• June 18: The 1985

• June 25: The Disco Circus

• July 2: One of These Nights

• July 9: Hi Infidelity

• July 16: 7th heaven

• July 23: Pino Farina Band

• July 30: Bon Journeyed

• Aug. 6: In The Stix, Nashville Night

• Aug. 13: Too Hype Crew

The Arboretum of South Barrington is at 100 W. Higgins Road, South Barrington.