Visitors and residents want to be entertained with a "second experience." After attending an event (like a work conference, sports tournament, church outing or school function), it is nice to do something fun when it is over. Live music is one of the ways Edmond is enticing people to linger longer.

Many businesses are adding live music to their space. Restaurants like 3 Tequilas and Eddies feature singers and DJs to entertain guests. Retail stores are getting creative. For example, Silver Leaf Gems built a stage behind their shop for live entertainment. Hear musicians strut their stuff at UCO Jazz Lab and Armstrong Auditorium. Outdoor stages will come alive this summer at Hafer Park and Mitch Park.

The following local bars feature music on the weekends:

American Solera at the Icehouse Project

Frenzy Brewing Company

Moonlight KTV-Edmond Karaoke Bar

Round Midnight

Patriarch Craft Beer House

Music is a focal point during monthly downtown events like Heard on Hurd (3rd Saturdays March - October) and VIBES (1st Thursdays April - October). Musicians will also entertain guests throughout the Annual Arts Festival May 5-7 on three street corners and a main stage.

Live music adds ambiance and encourages folks to eat, drink and enjoy each other in a creative atmosphere. Find all of Edmond's musical experiences at www.visitedmondok.com/events.