🎶 Salty Summer Sounds Returns to Downtown Saline!
Ten Weeks of Free Live Music, Family Fun, and Summertime Vibes
Get ready to dance, dine, and unwind — Salty Summer Sounds is back for another season of feel-good live music in downtown Saline! Every Wednesday from June 12 through August 14, the West Henry Street Parking Lot will transform into the heart of downtown with free concerts, family activities, and a lively atmosphere made even better by the Saline Social District.
From the soul-stirring blues of Dr. Pocket to the smooth Steely Dan stylings of Major Dudes, this year’s lineup features something for every music lover — and yes, your whole family (including the dog) is invited to the party! Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Michigan Orthodontics, kids can enjoy activities while adults kick back with a beverage from one of our participating bars and restaurants.
June 12 – Ferrario
A five-piece band delivering danceable classics with rich harmonies, covering artists like U2, Queen, and Dire Straits. Fronted by vocalist Carrie Ferrario, they bring a polished, energetic performance to every show.June 19 – Judy Banker Band
Led by singer-songwriter Judy Banker, this Americana ensemble blends folk, country, and indie rock into soulful, atmospheric originals. Judy's songwriting has been recognized in Michigan's folk scene.June 26 – ABC Sisters & The Big Band Theory
A dynamic collaboration featuring the ABC Sisters' 1940s-style harmonies alongside The Big Band Theory's 17-piece jazz ensemble, delivering swing-era classics and big band hits.July 3 - Dr. Pocket
A high-energy horn-driven band combining blues, jazz, and R&B, featuring four powerful horns, a driving rhythm section, and three of Detroit's top vocalists.July 10 - Ironwood
A husband-and-wife acoustic duo inspired by Celtic and American folk music, performing original songs and traditional tunes with fiddle, mandolin, and guitar.July 17 - Wishing Well
A classic rock band delivering high-energy performances of hits from the '70s and '80s, known for their engaging shows in Southeast Michigan.July 24 - Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic
America's premier youth fiddling show band, featuring our local high school musicians performing a mix of American folk, bluegrass, jazz, and Celtic music with spirited vocals and step dancing.July 31 - Detroit Social Club
A seven-member band delivering energetic performances of blues, Motown, R&B, and country love songs, known for their engaging and high-octane shows.August 7 - A2Zed & Band Slam Winner
A2Zed is a high energy local band, who rocked our world at last year's concert. We can't wait for them to return. Partnered with the winner of our Old School Band Slam, this will be a fun night for everyone in the family.
August 14 - Major Dudes
six-piece Steely Dan tribute band, three-time Detroit Music Award winners, featuring veteran musicians delivering faithful renditions of Steely Dan's complex arrangements.All concerts begin at 7:00 PM, and the music can be heard throughout downtown Saline — so grab a drink, shop local, and make a night of it!
Salty Summer Sounds is proudly presented by Saline Main Street, a nonprofit working to keep downtown Saline vibrant and thriving. For full event details, visit www.salinemainstreet.org or follow @SalineMainStreet on social media.
