




Thursday May 21
Join us as we kick off the 2026 Summer Concert Series at CD&ME
Join us at CD&ME for Guest Appreciation Night - an evening designed to kick off summer under the stars while celebrating America 250 with live music, great drinks, food specials, and a fun atmosphere made for friends, couples, and music fans alike. • Happy Hour from 6–7 PM • $2 Off Drinks • Food Specials • Cash Prize Giveaways Enjoy live music from 7–10 PM featuring Bernie Glim and his full 7-piece band in one of Chicagoland’s favorite concert settings Whether you’ve been coming to CD&ME for years or you’re joining us for the first time, Guest Appreciation Night is our way of saying thank you for supporting live entertainment, local events, and unforgettable summer nights. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and help us start the summer at CD&ME Under the Stars. Free Parking • Outdoor Venue • Great Food & Fully Stocked Bars
Tickets - 1 for $10 or 2 for $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 7 PM 21+

Thursday June 18
Vet Fest 141 Beach Party
Celebrate America’s 250th with a special summer concert featuring Maggie Speaks and special guest Matt Jardine, formerly of The Beach Boys. Presented by Vet Fest 141, this beach-party themed evening brings the community together to honor veterans, first responders, and those who serve - while enjoying an unforgettable night of live music, an All-American Drone Show, and fireworks under the stars.
Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM WWII Plane Flyover at approx. 7:15 PM All-American Drone Show and Fireworks at Intermission 21+
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LISA MCCLOWRY as CHER
“An immersive celebration audiences love.”
Some call The Beat Goes On a Broadway-style show. We call it a theatrical concert experience. The production meticulously recreates Cher’s live music, iconic look, and commanding stage presence with the precision of a top-tier tribute—but it goes further. Through electrifying live performances of Cher’s greatest hits spanning six decades, combined with first-person storytelling, audiences are invited inside her extraordinary life and legacy—from her childhood and film career to her groundbreaking fashion and lasting influence on generations of fans and the world of entertainment. Dramatic video enhancements and multiple costume transformations seamlessly bridge the high energy of a live concert with the emotional depth of theatrical storytelling, creating a fully immersive experience with broad audience appeal. Audience participation is a standout and much-loved element of the show. Similar to the interactive spirit of Blue Man Group, McClowry as “CHER” incorporates moments of improvisation with the crowd and select on-stage volunteers. Audiences are invited to sing, dance, and clap along, creating shared “bonding moments” that run throughout the production and make each performance feel spontaneous, personal, and unforgettable. At its heart, The Beat Goes On is a story of empowerment, hope, and fearless reinvention—capturing the rise, fall, and resurgence of an icon. Packed with decades of unforgettable hit music into a powerful 90-minute journey, audiences will laugh, cry, feel inspired—and remember why Cher remains one of the most influential entertainers of all time.

“This engagement is presented in a streamlined concert format featuring live guitar with full production sound delivered through tracks.”
Sat July 18
THE BEAT GOES ON
Ticket Options
VIP Circle - $120
• Front row seating
• Dinner & premium open bar 6:00-7:30
• Meet & greet immediately after the show
VIP Reserved - $80
• 2nd–3rd row table seating
• Dinner 6:00-7:30
Premium Reserved - $55
• 4th–6th row table seating
• Excellent sightlines
Reserved Seating - $35
• Stadium seating in the main seating area
Doors 6 PM • Show 8 PM
90-minute Show
Over 20 years celebrating the music of Jimmy Buffett, GONE 2 PARADISE delivers the ultimate tropical party experience! Seen on NBC & WGN, this nationally touring tribute band brings high-energy, authentic Buffett hits that turn every show into a Margaritaville state of mind 🌴🍹 Get ready for an evening of good vibes, great music, and endless summer fun—don’t miss it! "The CD&Me Summer Concert Series is Back — Bigger, Bolder, and Better Than Ever!" Join CD&ME for an unforgettable season of crowd favorites and exciting new acts. Check out the lineup, grab some friends, and make Thursday nights the highlight of your summer! Free Parking - Doors at 6pm- More info at the website cdandme.co/events
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Taylor Rodriguez is a Ultimate Elvis Tribute Champion. An award-winning performer with extraordinary depth, Taylor Rodriguez is the reigning Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Champion. With a powerful voice, natural charisma, and acclaimed theatrical background-including starring as Elvis in Elvis: The Musical-Taylor delivers a captivating performance that blends musical excellence with emotional storytelling, transporting audiences straight into the legacy of the King.
Jimmy Holmes is one of the Top 3 Elvis Tribute Artists in the world today. Internationally acclaimed, Jimmy Holmes burst onto the Elvis Tribute scene after winning the Images of the King World Championship in Memphis. Touring across the U.S. and worldwide, Jimmy is celebrated for his uncanny ability to capture Elvis’s voice, look, and commanding stage presence-earning recognition from Elvis Presley Enterprises as one of the Top 3 Elvis Tribute Artists in the world today.
Hugo Colin A proud Chicagoan Hugo Colin brings the energy, heart, and versatility of Elvis’s early years to life. From 1950s rock ’n’ roll and rockabilly to gospel, ballads, Hawaiian favorites, and holiday classics, Hugo delivers an authentic, era-perfect tribute that honors the King’s legendary recordings while connecting powerfully with a new generation of fans.
Friday Aug 14
Elvis Through The Decades 1950-1977
VIP CIRCLE - $90 Includes: 1.5 hours Premium Bar, Dinner, Reserved Seating in rows 1, 2 PREMIUM RESERVED SEATING - $45 GENERAL ADMISSION - $25 General Admission Seating Standing Room Only $15 Show starts at 8:00pm
The EAS Band
The #1 Elvis Tribute Band
The EAS Band has been the official band of Elvis Presley Enterprises/Graceland from 2006 to the present. EAS performs note-for-note duplication of Elvis’s music and concerts for over 600 songs. This high-energy band consists of 9 band members who all sing, which gives the feeling and excitement of being at an actual Elvis concert.
EAS (Elvis Artist Showcase) is a professional touring band that performs all over the world backing Elvis tribute artists.
You won’t want to miss this concert!









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