Live At Levings Talent Show And Concerts

05/28/2026

Time is flying! I can’t believe June 7th is almost here. We are getting everything ready for the Southern Soul Blues Party 3 featuring Mike Clark Jr. performing his hits, the energy from Kandrice Jackson, Theo Huff, M.C. Dreadhead Cowboy, DJ Neal Howard, and DJ Al Fresh. You do not want to miss this.

When: Sunday, June 7 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Levings Park (1420 S Pierpont Ave)
Price: FREE!
Bring your lawn chairs and the whole family. Let’s make this a June to remember! 🎷

05/23/2026

We are creating a historic moment at Levings Park on June 21st with the 100 Father's Day Event, aiming to gather over 100 fathers at the park on Father's Day. CLICK EVENT HERE➡100 Father’s Day Eventnt

05/22/2026

Headline: THE ROCKFORD JAZZ FEST IS GOING NATIONAL! 🎷✨
I’ve been getting calls from Arizona, New York, Detroit, Milwaukee, and all my people in Chicago! The word is out—Rockford is the place to be on Saturday, July 11th.
We are bringing a Grammy-Nominated powerhouse to the stage! The legendary Liquid Soul (Grammy nominees for Best Contemporary Jazz Album) is coming to Levings Park to show exactly why they are world-class legends. Joining the lineup are the incredible Phil Seed Band and yours truly, Harlan Jefferson.
To all my Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Chicago family—it’s only a 90-minute drive for some of the best live music you’ll hear all summer. Let’s pack the park! My goal is 2,000 people—let’s show the country how we do it!
📍 Levings Park (1420 S. Pierpont Ave, Rockford, IL)
🗓️ Saturday, July 11 | 5 PM - 8 PM
🎟️ FREE Family Event | Bring your lawn chairs! 🪑
Spread the word. Let’s make history.

05/19/2026

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A Rockford man will spend 3 years in prison for defrauding the federal government with COVID-relief loans and engaging in tax fraud through a fake business called “Lootland Tax Prep.”

05/19/2026

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05/15/2026

The 2026 Live @ Levings concert and talent series is back! 🎤 From Blues and Jazz to DJ battles and the Talent Show Finals, there is something for everyone this summer in Rockford.
All events are free and family-friendly. Check out the flyer for the full schedule and locations. See you at the park!
Questions? Call Live at Levings Director Harlan Jefferson at 815-621-4319.

05/15/2026

THE BIGGEST EVENT IN ROCKFORD IS HERE! 🎷🔥

Rockford, get ready to make history! We are kicking off the Live @ Levings season with the Southern Soul Party Pt 3, and we are expecting 4,000+ people to pack the park. This is officially going to be the biggest event of the year!

We’ve got a massive lineup ready to set the stage on fire:

HEADLINER: National Recording Artist Mike Clark, Jr. (Performing "Slow Roll It," "Auntie Outside Tonight," and more!)
FEATURING: Kandrice Jackson, Theo Huff, and M.C. Dreadhead Cowboy.
SOUNDS BY: DJ Neal & DJ Alfresh.

This is more than a party—it’s a community celebration. Bring your lawn chairs, bring the family, and let’s show everyone why Rockford has the best energy in the state.

📅 WHEN: Sunday, June 7th
⏰ TIME: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Levings Park (1420 S Pierpont Ave, Rockford, IL)
🎟️ ADMISSION: FREE (Activities for children provided!)

Spread the word, tag your crew, and let’s get ready to roll!

For more info, call me at 815-621-4319.