Lansing Live Update! This week’s Open Mic Night is heading across the street to MICA (1210 Turner Rd) while UrbanBeat takes care of a little building maintenance. Same vibe, same time—Wednesday from 6–8PM—just a temporary new stage for the night. Come out and share your sound!

Get ready to groove to the sounds of Motown with Lansing's premier band, The Collective! Join us for an unforgettable night of classic hits and soulful melodies. Put on your dancing shoes and prepare to be transported back to the golden age of music.

Tickets

$15 Presale

$20 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7pm.

Enjoy dinner and drinks from our menu (not included in ticket price. Reserved seating available.

Feel the soulful energy of POWERLIGHT BAND as they bring the best of Motown, Funk, and R&B to the stage! Since 1980, they’ve captivated audiences with their original music and electrifying performances, even opening for legends like Hall & Oates and Rare Earth. Don’t miss it!

Tickets

$10 Advance

$15 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7pm.

Enjoy dinner and drinks from our menu (not included in ticket price). Reserved seating available.

Join Love Spark and UrbanBeat as we set out to change the game for local singles. This event will include live music and an interactive forum for singles to share their dating experiences.

Love Spark wants to learn from you to help change the dating game; while UrbanBeat sets out to be a safe space for singles to gather and have their first dates. No apps, no speed dating, just authentic conversation, because the shared goal of looking for love means there’s a spark of connection already.

Tickets

$10 General Admission

Time

Event 8:30pm - 11pm

UrbanBeat in Old Town Lansing will host Communication on Tap on April 10th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. as part of the MSU Science Festival.

Professors Monique Turner, Michael Stern, and Saleem Alhabash from MSU’s College of Communication Arts and Sciences will lead engaging, informal discussions designed to spark conversation, not academic lectures. Community members are encouraged to attend and connect with these insightful faculty members in a relaxed setting.

This event is sponsored by MSU’s College of Communication Arts and Sciences’ Health and Risk Communication Center and the Ellis N. Brandt Endowment.

Time

Doors open at 5pm. Event at 5:30pm.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, Lansing Live Open Stage invites you to showcase your musical talent! Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all. Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Generator is a dynamic seven-piece band delivering a unique mix of blues, funk, rock, and soul. Known for reinventing familiar songs with their signature "Generator style," they create captivating performances that resonate with audiences.

With a powerful rhythm section, talented soloists, and vocalists spanning a range of styles, Generator's music leaves a lasting impression. Drawing on years of combined experience across the greater Lansing, Jackson, and Albion areas, their diverse setlist includes hits from Tedeschi Trucks Band, Pete Escovedo, Santana, Amy Winehouse, Norah Jones, and original compositions—offering something for everyone.

Band Members:
Daniel O’Malley - Lead Guitar
“Coach” Parker - Bass
Roger Little - Keyboard, Vocals
Bruce Howard - Harmonica, Vocals
Ralph Smith Jr - Drums
Regina Bynum - Lead Vocals
Judy Franklin - Lead Vocals, Percussion, Rhythm Guitar

Tickets

$5 Online Presales

$10 Doors

Reserved seating available.

Time

Doors at 5pm

Show at 7:00pm

Dinner menu and full bar available for an additional cost. 

Featuring: Performances, Group Strums, Silent Auction, and more!

Performances by The Ukulele Kings, the PT Strummers,
John Payne, Reuben Stump, Anara Pearl, and more!

Groups strums led by Mike Hefferan and Punch Drunk!

Please register here

Tickets

$10 minimum donation, all proceeds go to
Music is the Foundation 501(c)(3)

Time

Doors at 11am. Show 12pm - 4pm.

Dinner and drink menus are available.

Adam Bronstein, a Buffalo-based guitarist, blends jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and psychedelia with playful improvisation. His trio has released multiple albums, toured the Northeast, and played major venues. A 2023 Jazz Buffalo nominee, he's praised for his soulful, inventive style.

Featuring Adam Bronstein (guitar) James Benders (bass) Marco Cirigliano (drums).

Tickets

$15 Advance

$20 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7pm.

Enjoy dinner and drinks from our menu (not included in ticket price). Reserved seating available.

Join us for a night of high-energy pop/rock hits with The Lynx Band! Get ready to dance and sing along to your favorite songs from the 70s through today.

Tickets

$10 General Admission

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7pm.

Enjoy dinner and drinks from our menu (not included in ticket price. Reserved seating available.

Woodsmith Jr., the alter ego of Kris Stynen, delivers a warm and heartfelt blend of folk, blues, bluegrass, and Americana. His debut album, *Hidden Tales* (2024), takes listeners on a journey through stories of love, loss, and self-reflection, wrapped in melodic compositions and thoughtful lyrics.

*Hidden Tales* is available on all major streaming platforms and released on vinyl and CD under Starman Records label.

With a sound reminiscent of artists like Richard Thompson and John Martyn, Woodsmith Jr. delivers a captivating live experience, balancing intimacy and raw power. His performance at UrbanBeat will be his very first performance in the US.

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7pm. Dinner and drinks available for purchase. No cover. All ages welcome.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, Lansing Live Open Stage invites you to showcase your musical talent! Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all. Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Sign ups are first come, first serve.

This Lansing-based Smooth Jazz/R&B band delivers soulful, professional performances that captivate audiences. With over a century of combined experience, their gospel, R&B, rock, and jazz influences have led them to perform with artists like Ben Tankard and 496 West. Their smooth grooves and rich melodies create an unforgettable musical experience.

Tickets

$10 Advance

$15 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm

Show at 7pm

Full bar and dinner menu available (not included in ticket price) Reserved seating available, please arrive 30 minutes before scheduled performance.

Join us Saturday, March 29th, for live music with the talented pianist and vocalist Ann Bell from 4:00pm-5:30pm during the OTCA's Lumberjack Festival! Relax with a drink from our bar, enjoy a delicious dinner, and take in Ann’s performance.

Time

4:00pm-5:30pm

No cover. All ages welcome. Stop in for a social district drink!

Catch The Rusty Snails at UrbanBeat on Saturday, March 29th, at 2:30 PM during the OTCA Lumberjack Festival! This brother-sister duo, Nolan and Karleena Kelley, brings rich harmonies and heartfelt folk storytelling rooted in Michigan’s music scene. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and great music!

Time

2:30pm-3:45pm

No cover. All ages welcome. Dinner and drink menus are available. Stop in for a social district cup!

Join us during the OTCA Lumberjack Festival for a special live performance by Jacob McLeod on Saturday, March 29th from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM.

A 20-year-old singer-songwriter, performer, producer, and instrumentalist from Big Rapids, MI, Jacob McLeod is making waves in the Michigan music scene. Performing both originals and covers as a solo artist on guitar, piano, and vocals, he also leads his band, All That Jazz. His self-produced debut album, North Woods Music, features 12 original tracks and is available on all streaming platforms.

This is a free, all-ages event, and we’ll have food and drink menus available. Stop by, enjoy the festival, and experience an afternoon of great live music.

UrbanBeat will be open for the Old Town Commercial Association Lumberjack Festival from 12pm-5pm for lunch and live music! Grab a cocktail in a social district cup on your way out. All ages welcome, no cover.

Tomas Esparza has opened for blues legends like Charlie Musselwhite and played top venues, from Bluesfest International to Meijer Gardens. Rooted in Chicago Blues and inspired by his Mexico City upbringing, his electrifying harmonica style brings raw energy and soul to every performance.

Tickets

$15 Advance

$20 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm

Show at 7pm

Full bar and dinner menu available (not included in ticket price) Reserved seating available, please arrive 30 minutes before scheduled performance.

Join Ann Bell & Friends for a unique blend of space-themed songs and honky tonk piano, combining cosmic melodies with classic country.

Tickets

$5 General Admission

Time

Doors open at 5pm, show at 7pm. Dinner and drinks available for purchase. Reserved seating is available.

Absolute Music Chamber Series blends music with community by adapting the traditional European soirée format to a modern setting.

"GO FOR BAROQUE"

Richard Sherman, Flute

Nermis Mieses, Oboe

Michael Kroth, Bassoon

Patrick Johnson, Harpsichord

Please note: due to the Absolute Music concert, Open Mic will be held at MICA, across the street from UrbanBeat, on March 26th. 1210 Turner Rd.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, Lansing Live Open Stage invites you to showcase your musical talent! Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all. Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Sign ups are first come, first serve.

The Jeff Haas Quintet blends jazz, funk, Judaic, and classical influences into a rich, genre-defying sound. Featuring Anthony Stanco, Laurie Sears, Marion Hayden, and Tariq Gardner, the group brings Haas’s compositions to life—an “intriguing tapestry” of improvisation and culture.

Tickets

$20 Advance

$25 Doors

Time

Doors open at 5pm. Show at 7pm.
Reserved Seating is available.

The Pickle Mafia is a dynamic trio from New York, garnering nationwide attention through their groundbreaking, unique brand of Arena Jazz Fusion. The visual appeal the band brings to audiences across the globe is an important element that adds to their musical artistry.

This act has racked up 10,000+ viewing hours on YouTube and has developed an extremely loyal fan base that continues to grow with each performance. The Pickle Mafia has a fresh approach, seamlessly blending elements of jazz with hip hop, latin and pop sensibilities, bringing their sound of Arena Jazz Fusion to life.

Tickets

$20 Advance

$25 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm

Show at 7pm

Dinner menu and full bar available for an additional cost. 

Trombonist, composer, and educator Eli Howell, a Los Angeles native, earned his Bachelor's from Michigan State University in 2023 and is pursuing his Master’s as a graduate assistant. He has performed with MSU’s Jazz Orchestra 1 under Rodney Whitaker, touring Michigan, New York City, and Japan in Summer 2024.

A two-time finalist in the International Trombone Festival and American Trombone Workshop Jazz Competitions, Eli led the MSU Jazz Trombone Ensemble to win the 2024 Kai Winding Jazz Ensemble Competition. He has performed at venues like The Hollywood Bowl, Birdland Jazz Club, and the Detroit Jazz Festival, collaborating with jazz greats like Christian McBride, Kurt Elling, and Lewis Nash.

Now, he debuts his big band featuring Michigan’s top young musicians, presenting original compositions and jazz standards.

Featuring:
Saxophone – Thomas Noble, Alvin Paige, Shane Karas, Juan Cortes, Nat Lewis
Trombone – Aidan Clark, Nanami Haruta, Miles Cole, Wyatt Forhan
Trumpet – Joel Reeves, Devine Wade, Andrew Brown, Saatvik Pali, Jauron Perry
Rhythm Section – Alonso Umaña Chan, Emma Wilburn, Ethan Frank

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 6:30pm

Dinner and drink menus are available.

Tickets

$5 General Admission. Reserved seating is available.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, Lansing Live Open Stage invites you to showcase your musical talent! Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all. Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Time2Play's annual St. Patrick’s Day Rock & Roll Event returns for another unforgettable night of music and celebration! This year brings a special treat with a performance by the acclaimed McCartney Irish Dance.

Tickets

$10 Presale

$15 Doors

Time

Doors open at 5pm, show at 6:30pm. Dinner and drink menus are available.

Vocalist Tiffany Gridiron learned to sing in the black gospel traditions of her family church. Since that time. her sultry vocals and playful approach have excited audiences in the United States, Japan, Finland and South Korea.

Her foundational jazz influences are three of the greatest jazz singers: Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughn, and her contemporary influences are Diane Reaves and Jill Scott. She has recorded five CDs released by SONY RECORDS in Japan that have featured such greats as pianists Hank Jones, Tadataka Unno, drummer Omar Hakim, and many others.

Her abilities as a jazz singer were developed under the tutelage of famed jazz vocal performer and educator Sunny Wilkinson and trumpeter, producer, and educator Kris Johnson.

Tickets

$15 Presale

$20 Doors

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7pm.

Enjoy dinner and drinks from our menu (not included in ticket price. Reserved seating available.

UrbanBeat presents the Walter Blanding Series, celebrating the acclaimed saxophonist, educator, and composer’s three-decade global journey of musical passion and cultural exchange. From New York City to his role as a Jazz Ambassador in Israel and China, Blanding’s career reflects the transformative power of music. Join us for captivating performances and interactive discussions that honor his artistry and legacy. Currently on tour with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, Blanding continues to inspire, blending his distinctive style with tributes to jazz legends.

Kevin Brewster: alto saxophone
Cormac Avila: piano
Langston Kitchen: bass
Brian Allen: drums
Walter Blanding: tenor saxophone

Tickets

$25 General Admission

$10 Student (with proof of Student ID at the door)

Time

Doors at 5pm, show at 7:30pm. Dinner and drink menus are available.