Summer is a short commodity in Wisconsin. DJ Tory (swing and blues) is an avid dancer and parent of a tiny human. Outdoor concerts are the perfect time to both catch a dance with friends and entertain the little ones. Here is her list of local outdoor music that will have you (or your family) groovin’ in the sunshine:

June 12 (Thursday), 6:30-8:00 PM: Center Street Park, Troubadours of Rhythm (Blues, Swing, etc.)

June 14 (Saturday), 10:00-12:00 PM: Fox Point Farmer’s Market, Steven Cohen (Blues)

June 29 (Sunday), 11:30-1:45 PM: Cathedral Square, Might Miss Erica (Blues)

July 17 (Thursday), 6:30-8:30 PM: Boerner Botanical Gardens, Altered Five Blues Band (Blues)

July 23 (Wednesday), 6:00-8:00 PM: Washing Park Bandshell, Big Style Brass Band (Swing, Charleston)

August 6 (Wednesday), 6:00-8:00 PM: Washington Park Bandshell, The Mighty Miss Erica (Blues)

August 15 (Friday), 6:00-8:30 PM Gordon Park (Riverwest), The Mighty Miss Erica (Blues)

August 13 (Wednesday), 6:00-8:00 PM: Washington Park Bandshell, Milwaukee Hot Club (Swing, Charleston, Balboa)

September 12-13 (Friday and Saturday): Thiensville Best Dam Blues Fest