Rockin' Robbins

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Rockin’ Robbins 2025
Tuesdays at Robbins Island
July 15th – August 5th
5 PM – 9 PM

Pack a lawn chair and join us out at Robbins Island in Willmar for this FREE summer concert series. Proceeds go to support the ongoing revitalization of Robbins Island Regional Park.

FREE CONCERT • FREE SHUTTLE • FOOD VENDORS • BEER/WINE TENT • KIDS ACTIVITIES • ARTISAN MARKET

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Military Appreciation Night on Week 3 (July 29) with beverage discounts and giveaways for veterans, as well as other planned events.

ALSO BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: Happy Hour special with beverage discounts in the Bernick’s Island Tavern from 4:30-5:30 PM.

A free shuttle runs from all our four Park & Ride locations every 15 minutes from 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Parking on Robbins Island fills quickly, so we highly encourage you to take advantage of the free shuttle! For a list of all our Park & Ride locations and other parking options near the island, please visit the Parking/Shuttle page at RockinRobbins.com.

2025 BAND LINE-UP
Tuesday, July 15
OPENING ACT 5 PM – Highway 23 Acoustic Jam

HEADLINER 6:30 PM – Boogie Wonderland
Boogie Wonderland is a 6-10 piece band that plays all your favorite dance hits from rock, country, disco and pop. They’ve performed for enthusiastic audiences all over the United States, including Fortune 500 companies, the NFL, and headliner acts like 38 Special, Joan Jett, Cheap Trick, and the Little River Band. Their extensive repertoire ranges from the 70s all the way through today’s most popular hits, combining excellent musicianship, vocal talent, and colorful showmanship.

Tuesday, July 22
HEADLINER #1 - 5 PM – Janelle Kendall’s Perfect Storm
Janelle Kendall’s Perfect Storm rolls out iconic rock anthems from the Sisterhood of Rock and Roll. This female-led powerhouse covers songs from Pat Benatar, Joan Jett, Heart, Blondie, Melissa Etheridge, Bonnie Tyler, Glorya Gaynor, Laura Branigan, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner and more. In 2025 they’ve also added iconic tracks from Styx, Journey, Boston, The Eagles, Guns N’ Roses, AC/DC, and Led Zepplin! Number 1 hits come in waves from this charismatic, high energy band for a crowd engaging show you’ll sing along with from start to finish!

HEADLINER #2 - 6:30 PM – Good for Gary
Back by popular demand, Good for Gary is a Twin Cities cover band that specializes in playing current and past dance hits. With a 7-piece line-up, Good for Gary’s song list moves from brand new Top 40 hits to throwback classics. Their devotion to getting people moving and staying current with today’s top hits makes Good for Gary one of the most exciting and sought-after cover bands in the Twin Cities.

Tuesday, July 29 – MILITARY APPRECIATION NIGHT!
OPENING ACT 5 PM – Old Man Cover Band

HEADLINER 6:30 PM – Parrothead Paradise
This top-notch Jimmy Buffett tribute band is a true crowd-pleaser, consisting of 11 talented and energetic musicians. The band’s frontman embodies the presence of Jimmy Buffett himself, and his smooth vocals and charismatic stage presence instantly transport audiences to a tropical paradise. Parrothead Paradise plays all of Jimmy Buffett’s classic hits, including “Margaritaville,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” and “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes,” as well as deep cuts from Jimmy’s extensive catalog. Get ready to be transported to a sun-soaked tropical paradise filled with good vibes, great music, and plenty of margaritas.

Tuesday, August 5
5 PM – West Addison Blues

6:30 PM – The Fabulous Armadillos
Featuring lead vocalists Chris Hawkey from KFAN’s Power Trip Morning Show and Heidi Owens from Hitchville, this incredible 8-member band is led by a group of crazy-talented musicians: Paul “Stretch” Diethelm on lead guitar, Greg Armstrong on keyboards, Mike Zeleny on bass, Jay O’Donnell on drums, and of course, the Affordable Horns—Pat Thorn and Mike Kreitzer! From Country to Motown, Heavy Metal to Soft Rock the Armadillos always close out Rockin’ Robbins to record crowds!