FRIDAY AFTER 5 - 30th: HAYDEN COFFMAN with L'il MAN J -and- The MUSICK Federations Dance Team

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The wait is over. Friday After 5, presented by Jagoe Homes, has officially unveiled its 2026 season lineup, delivering its biggest and most exciting season yet as the award-winning event celebrates its 30th anniversary. For three decades, Friday After 5 has been one of the region's premier free summer entertainment traditions, drawing thousands each week to the downtown Owensboro riverfront for live music, community celebration, and unforgettable summer nights. The 2026 season runs from May 15 through August 7 and features a dynamic mix of national touring acts, regional favorites, tribute bands, party bands, and rising stars across two stages. From Southern rock and classic rock to country, pop, R&B, rap, and dance favorites, this milestone season promises something for everyone, all set against the backdrop of the iconic Ohio River sunsets. Heath Eric, CEO of The Eric Group and talent buyer for Friday After 5, said the 30th-anniversary lineup reflects both the event's growth and the energy of the downtown Owensboro summer tradition. "This is without a doubt the biggest and most exciting season we've ever put together," Eric said. "The level of talent, the diversity of the lineup, and the number of special moments planned for this 30th anniversary are unmatched. We have several major nights on the schedule and even more surprises still to come." Brad Howton, Chair of Friday After 5, said the milestone season is both a celebration of the event's legacy and a tribute to the people and partners who have built it over the past three decades. "For 30 years, Friday After 5 has been built by an incredible group of board members, sponsors, volunteers, and community partners who believed in creating something special for Owensboro," Howton said. "This season is a celebration of that legacy and the tremendous support that has helped grow Friday After 5 into one of the region's premier free weekly concert series and street festivals." June 12 — Main Stage: Hayden Coffman and L'il Man J — Hayden Coffman has emerged as one of country music's fastest-growing independent artists, while viral sensation L'il Man J brings a unique crossover blend of country, hip-hop, and massive social media reach. ~ with Musick Studios All Stars. Overlook Stage: Roulette. Friday After 5 takes place every Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on the downtown Owensboro riverfront. Admission remains free. The Kroger Street Fair opens at 5:00 p.m. each week and features food vendors, drink vendors, family-friendly activities, and community attractions. The Overlook Stage features live entertainment from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Main Stage concerts from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. In addition to the music, Friday After 5 will once again feature local vendors, food trucks, family activities, and crowd-favorite traditions that make the series a signature summer destination. For the full schedule, updates, and announcements, visit FridayAfter5.com, follow Friday After 5 on social media, and sign up for the newsletter to stay in the loop.