2026 Bells of Summer Carillon Concert Series

The annual Bells of Summer at the University of Chicago returns for its 60th season! Between June 28 and August 16, you can enjoy a free carillon concert by a different carillonist/duo from across the country every Sunday 5–6 pm (for 8 weeks). Listening outside on the east lawn is highly recommended, where you can bring a picnic with a blanket or some chairs and hear the original sound from the tower!
After each concert, there is a free tower tour (30–45 min) leading you up the 271 steps to the top. (Suggested donation: $5.) You will climb the spiral staircase, see the other side of the chapel ceiling, greet the 72 bells including the "Big Laura," watch a live playing demo, enjoy the 360º view from the rooftop, and more!
Performers:
June 28: Austin Ferguson (Minnesota)
July 5: Erika Anderson (California)
July 12: Mitchell Stecker (Pennsylvania)
July 19: Michael Dixon (Indiana)
July 26: Carlo van Ulft (Illinois)
August 2: Chi Ian Jess Ip (Massachusetts)
August 9: The Treblemakers—Janet Tebbel & Lisa Lonie (Pennsylvania)
August 16: The Strike Tones—Alex Johnson & Kayla Gunderson (Illinois)