July 17th, 2026 | 6pm

Music Heritage Festival

Indiana Black Expo is excited to announce the 2026 Music Heritage Festival Outdoor Concert, a signature Summer Celebration event bringing generations together through the power of music. This year’s lineup features KEM, King George, October London—returning home to Indiana—and the legendary Midnight Star, delivering a sound that spans classic funk, smooth R&B, and today’s Southern Soul. From longtime fans who grew up with funk and soul to new listeners discovering modern R&B, this concert offers music for everyone.

Location: IU Michael Carroll Stadium
1001 W. New York St. Indianapolis, IN 46205

General Admission tickets start as low $20.00, there is a limited number available – so get yours before they’re gone!

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MUSIC HERITAGE FESTIVAL

2026 Featured Artists

KEM

The Grammy-nominated R&B artist known for his smooth vocals and timeless hits like "Love Calls" and "I Can’t Stop Loving You," creating the soundtrack for a generation of sophisticated soul and R&B fans.

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October London

Returning home to Indiana, this rising R&B star is known for his rich vocals and vintage sound that connects today’s audiences with the timeless style of classic soul crooners.

King George

One of the fastest rising voices in today’s Southern Soul movement, bringing high-energy, feel-good hits like "Keep On Rollin’ " that have become favorites on dance floors across the country.

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Midnight Star

The iconic funk and R&B group behind classics like "No Parking on the Dance Floor" and F"reak-A-Zoid," whose electrifying music helped define an era and still fills dance floors today.

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Celebrating Music Legends

IBE’s Summer Celebration Music Heritage Festival is a showstopping centerpiece of the summer, pulsing with the rhythm, soul, and legacy of Black music and culture. More than just a concert, it’s a powerful celebration of iconic musical legends and rising stars alike — a vibrant gathering that brings the community together in an unforgettable tribute to the sounds that have shaped generations. Accessible, electric, and deeply meaningful, this festival is where culture comes alive, and connection thrives!

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