Life is GrandIt's almost time for the lazy days of summer. The southern evening heat and the dance of fireflies makes you want to park it on a lawn chair somewhere and put a cool drink in your hand. And even if you can't forsake the daily grind of the week day for a truly lazy summer experience, you can at least seek every weekend opportunity to sit back, relax, and enjoy the music. The communities in Johnston County have lined-up summer entertainment so good and plentiful you'll have to get up and dance. Whether you're a permanent resident or a passer-through looking for something to do, check out the comprehensive list below and mark these dates on your calendar. Beach music, country, and rock-n-roll. Come on out ya'll and watch these bands crank it up!

 

When and Where to Find the Music

The Farm - Selma
May 30 - Rodney Atkins
Sept. 12 - 4th Annual Farm Fest - Line up TBA

Downtown Smithfield Friday Night Concert
Entertainment TBA
May 15, June 19, Sept. 18

Clayton Town Square Concert Series
May 21 - Jack the Radio
June 18 - Southern Grace
July 16 - Coco Loco Party Band
August 20 - Idlewild South
Sept 17 - Walrus

Sundown in Benson

Concerts at the Crossroads - Flower's Plantation
May 10 - The Tams
Sept. 13 - Jim Quick and the Coastline Band

Sundown in Benson
May 14 - Too Much Sylvia
June 11 - The Band of Oz
July 9 - The Attractions
Aug. 3 - Jim Quick and the Coastline Band

Third Thursday Concerts - Four Oaks
June 18 - Bethesda Bluegrass Band
Sept. 17 - Jonathan Parker and the Bel-Airs and Carolina Traditional Bluegrass Band