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Upcoming Events at CD&ME in Frankfort, Illinois

Discover live music, comedy shows, festivals, and special events throughout the 2026 season at CD&ME
one of the top things to do in Frankfort, Illinois, just south of Chicago.

Saturday April 25

11th Annual Brrrew Fest

Craft Beer Festival Featuring Local & Regional Seasonal Beers & Ciders Live Music by River Road Trio Ticket Price Includes: Collectible Sampling Glass 15 Sample Tickets Live Entertainment Brats & Chips

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Thursday May 7

Save The Date

Magnificent Dueling Pianos brings dueling pianos back to what it was always meant to be high-energy, interactive entertainment led by world-class vocalists and pianists. This is a fully immersive, laugh-out-loud, sing-at-the-top-of-your-lungs experience that elevates the show to a whole new level.

Doors 6:30pm-Show at 8:00pm

Tickets Soon
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Thursday May 21

Join us as we kick off the 2026 Summer Concert Series at CD&ME

Tickets - $10 Doors 6 PM • Band 7 PM 21+

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Thursday May 28

The #1 Elton John Tribute

Tickets - $10 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

Simply Elton Elton John tribute band performing live at CD&ME Summer Concert Series in Frankfort, Illinois.

Thursday June 4

7th Heaven

Doors at 6:00 pm Opening Band 7:30-8:30 7th Heaven 9 - 11pm 21+

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Thursday June 11

Hairbangers Ball

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Thursday June 18

Vet Fest 141 Beach Party

Celebrate America’s 250th with a special summer concert featuring Maggie Speaks and special guest Matt Jardine (formerly of The Beach Boys). Presented by Vet Fest 141, this beach-party themed evening brings the community together to honor veterans, first responders, and those who serve — while enjoying an unforgettable night of live music. Everyone 21+ is welcome to join the celebration.

Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM WWII Plane Flyover at approx. 7:15 PM Honor Guard Ceremony (before the band) 21+

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Thursday June 25

Boy Band Night

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Thursday July 2

Made In America

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Thursday July 9

Motown Nation

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Thursday July 16

Dancing Queen

Tickets $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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LISA MCCLOWRY as CHER

“An immersive celebration audiences love.”

Some call The Beat Goes On a Broadway-style show. We call it a theatrical concert experience. The production meticulously recreates Cher’s live music, iconic look, and commanding stage presence with the precision of a top-tier tribute—but it goes further. Through electrifying live performances of Cher’s greatest hits spanning six decades, combined with first-person storytelling, audiences are invited inside her extraordinary life and legacy—from her childhood and film career to her groundbreaking fashion and lasting influence on generations of fans and the world of entertainment. Dramatic video enhancements and multiple costume transformations seamlessly bridge the high energy of a live concert with the emotional depth of theatrical storytelling, creating a fully immersive experience with broad audience appeal. Audience participation is a standout and much-loved element of the show. Similar to the interactive spirit of Blue Man Group, McClowry as “CHER” incorporates moments of improvisation with the crowd and select on-stage volunteers. Audiences are invited to sing, dance, and clap along, creating shared “bonding moments” that run throughout the production and make each performance feel spontaneous, personal, and unforgettable. At its heart, The Beat Goes On is a story of empowerment, hope, and fearless reinvention—capturing the rise, fall, and resurgence of an icon. Packed with decades of unforgettable hit music into a powerful 90-minute journey, audiences will laugh, cry, feel inspired—and remember why Cher remains one of the most influential entertainers of all time.

“This engagement is presented in a streamlined concert format featuring live guitar with full production sound delivered through tracks.”

Sat July 18

THE BEAT GOES ON

Ticket Options

VIP Circle - $120
• Front row seating
• Dinner & premium open bar 6:00-7:30
• Meet & greet immediately after the show

VIP Reserved - $80
• 2nd–3rd row table seating
• Dinner 6:00-7:30

Premium Reserved - $55
• 4th–6th row table seating
• Excellent sightlines

Reserved Seating - $35
• Stadium seating in the main seating area

Doors 6 PM • Show 8 PM
90-minute Show

Thursday July 23

One of These Nights

Tickets - $20 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Thursday July 30

The Chicago Experience

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Friday July 31

Gone 2 Paradise

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM 21+

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Thursday Aug 6

Mike & Joe

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM

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Thursday Aug 13

Maggie Speaks 28th Birthday

Tickets - $20 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM

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Thursday Aug 20

Ron Burgundy's

Tickets $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM

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Thursday Aug 27

Gold Dust Dreams

Tickets - $15 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM

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Thursday Sept 3

Blooze Brothers

Tickets - $10 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM

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Thursday Sept 10

Rocks Off

Tickets - $10 Doors 6 PM • Band 8 PM

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Thursday Sept 17

4 Cast

Tickets - $10 Doors 6 PM • Band 7 PM

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Thursday Sept 24

Hoodwinked & Strungout

Tickets - $10 Doors at 6pm Hoodwinked 7-8:30pm Strungout 9-10:30

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Thursday Oct 1

Cigar & Whiskey Night

All Inclusive Tickets Doors at 5pm All This with Your Ticket 2 Premium Cigars 3 Curated Whiskey Tastings Chef-Crafted Appetizers Live Music Raffle Ticket Included

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