Entertainment

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT – 2025!

We have our traditional two stages this year – one at 8th Avenue between D and E Streets outside of Avenues Proper and Hatch Family Chocolates, and our West Stage on 8th Avenue between J and K Streets.

Each stage will feature live entertainment from local volunteer entertainers. The musical fare is chosen for its variety and local appeal. It’s a great way to hear some good music, while taking a short break from shopping and enjoying the booths!.

Music starts at 9:30 a.m. shortly after the Children’s Parade. Each band plays for a little over one hour. The Avenues Street Fair does not pay any of our  entertainers and we do not charge our entertainers any fees. We provide the sound equipment, sound management from Raj Harrous with Sound Express, and we are proud to announce this year’s selection of entertainers:.

Email streetfair@slc-avenues.org with any questions about performing at the Fair.  Thank you to all the bands who have applied.

PERFORMER BIOS and LINKS

Salt Lake Academy of Music (SLAM) provides youth development through music education through private lessons and group programs.  SLAM ensures that Salt Lake County K-12 youth have access to instruments, instruction, and programs on an inclusive free-to-fee sliding scale basis. Individualized musical journeys filled with learning, growth, creativity, friendship and inspiration. 

Rockin’ Robin – Salt Lake City’s vibrant 1960s-vinyl DJ, celebrated for curating exuberant sets that dive deep into retro genres. Known for his playful daily “Shake-Up! Vinyl Set” and thematic playlists on KRCL, he brings nostalgic flair and joy to every performance.

The Innuendos – Salt Lake Valley–based cover band blending rock, blues, and country favorites with infectious energy. Their lively performances feature classic hits that get audiences singing along and keep the dance floor moving.

Emily Hicks – Utah-based singer-songwriter who blends folk, country, and pop into a warm, heartfelt sound. With a dynamic voice and engaging stage presence, she connects with audiences through honest storytelling and songs that are both uplifting and memorable.

Jim Bone & The Dig – Brings a genre-defying blend of Americana, weaving together rock, bluegrass, country, funk, gospel, and jazz‑punk into a dynamic live experience. Fronted by Salt Lake City–based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Jim Bone—celebrated for his eclectic career and rich musical roots—the band delivers soulful, high-energy performances that feel both expansive and deeply grounded.

Lisa And The Missing Pieces – Salt Lake–rooted Americana-rock ensemble whose members hail from diverse musical landscapes spanning Utah, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, and even Scotland via Bahrain. With decades of experience across rock, folk, blues, and jazz, they craft a versatile blend of originals and creatively reimagined covers—ranging from John Prine to Pink—that keep audiences engaged and uplifted. Led by vocalist/guitarist Lisa Menninger, the band’s collaborative spirit and genre-flexible style have earned them praise for energetic, well-crafted performances that feel both joyful and authentic.

Doxatunes – an acoustic music duo featuring Tyrell Allen (guitar) and Janssen Kuhn (fiddle). Their style and repertoire is of the Traditional sort, playing folk instrumentals from places such as Ireland, Scotland, and North America. Janssen and Tyrell are local to Salt Lake City and Doxatunes along with their other projects are available for special events.

Wasatch Music Coaching Academy – Millcreek-based music school offering private lessons across band, orchestra instruments, and vocals, as well as group programs in improvisation, composition, and music production. Known for its performance-driven approach, the Academy fosters collaborative learning through member bands and ensembles—supported by a faculty boasting over 600 years of combined professional experience. Serving aspiring musicians of all levels since 2004, WMCA cultivates musical growth in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. 

Stephanie Dana – Salt Lake City singer-songwriter whose music bridges country and pop with heartfelt originals and fresh takes on familiar favorites. Joined by a troupe of singers and dancers, she brings high-energy performances that mix live music with choreographed movement, creating an hour of entertainment that’s both dynamic and engaging.

The Drought – Salt Lake City alternative-rock quartet—Griffin (guitar), Jackson (drums), Emmy (vocals), and Maddex (bass)—known for their textured blend of gritty rock, folk rhythms, progressive melodies, and jazz-pop accents. After forming in 2021 and solidifying their lineup through heartfelt personal connections and auditions, they’ve quickly built a reputation for immersive, emotionally charged live shows at venues like Kilby Court, Quarters DLC, and Urban Lounge. Their performance showcases their range across styles, capturing both introspective lyricism and sonic sophistication.