Garage Band Open Stage of 2026 - Host: Colt Ball

Schedule

Tue Jun 09 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

1133 N North St, Peoria, IL 61606-1918, United States | Peoria, IL

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🆓 Free | 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All Ages | 🎶 Priority Given to Artists Under 21
ABOUT THE ARTIST: Colt Ball is a widely known, high energy artist who blends Styles of Reggae, Folk Rock, Funk, Improv Jam, Blues, and Hip Hop! and much more.
ABOUT THE EVENT:
Harmonize Peoria's Garage Band Open Stage is back for another 10-week summer run! Every Tuesday, we roll up the garage door, set out our collection of donated instruments, and invite the community to create music together with the help of a different local host band each week.
Here’s how it works:
🎵 The host band kicks things off with a few songs, then opens the stage to anyone who signs up.
🎸 You can play solo, jump in with the host band, or build a band from fellow attendees.
🥁 Total beginner or just curious? Come try out the instruments—even if you’re not ready to play on stage yet.
We provide:
✅ Full back line and all instruments/gear (though you’re welcome to bring your own)
✅ A dedicated sound person
✅ A welcoming, no-pressure space to play, explore, and connect
🎯 Priority stage time is given to artists under 21, but all ages are welcome to join in or cheer from the crowd!
🪑 We’ve got lots of seating and will have chips and soda available for purchase. Feel free to bring your own chairs and snacks. No alcohol, please.
✨ Each week features a different host band and unique musical vibe—follow along for updates and get ready to plug in, jam out, and grow your love for music.
This event is happening largely thanks to the project support we'll be receiving from Arts Dollars funds, provided by the Illinois Arts Council Agency, ArtsPartners of Central Illinois, National Endowment for the Arts, and Community Foundation of Central Illinois.
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