The lineup for the 2025 Jazz in the Court concert series has been announced. Sponsored by the University of Chicago, the popular free outdoor concerts are scheduled for Friday afternoons in June, July, August, and September at Harper Court, 5235 S. Harper Court, Hyde Park (53rd Street and S. Lake Park Avenue). The concerts are typically held on the first Friday of each month, but due to the July 4 holiday, the July concert is scheduled for Friday, July 11.
The concerts are produced by Carolyn Albritton with Scott Mosak. Wendy Walker Williams, Executive Director of Community Partnerships at the UChicago Office of Civic Engagement will serve as emcee.
The lineup includes:
JEREMIAH COLLIER & THE RE-UP BAND
Friday, June 6, 12-2:30 p.m.
BETHANY PICKENS
Friday, July 11, 12-2:30 p.m.
DEE ALEXANDER
Friday, August 8, 12-2:30 p.m.
TIM GANT PROJECT
Friday, September 5, 12-2:30 p.m.
Please bring your favorite chair. Limited seating will be available, but we cannot guarantee seats. Please, no seat saving. The Harper Court parking structure will offer limited free parking between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Standard parking rates will apply for those entering the garage before 10 a.m. or exiting after 4 p.m. The parking entrance is on S. Lake Park Avenue just south of McDonald’s.
Enjoy Bob’s Pizza, Chipotle, Daisy’s Po’ Boy & Tavern, Deep Purpl, Ja’ Grill, Roti Modern Mediterranean, Stan’s Donuts & Coffee, and Strugglebeard Bakery – all in Harper Court. Or sample one of the many great eateries on 53rd Street.
Support our neighborhood businesses by shopping local. Recyled Modern and Suuri Design are in Harper Court, and The Silver Room and other shops are right around the corner.
For a complete list of local businesses go to welcometohydepark.com.