What to expect at Friday Night Sound Bites

Published on May 13, 2025

Exterior of Public Market with crowd enjoying Friday Night Sound Bites. Overlay of Friday Night Sound Bites logo on top.

Grab a friend, get some grub and groove into the weekend with the return of Lenexa Public Market’s popular music series, Friday Night Sound Bites. Join us for free, live music and flavorful food options from our merchants and rotating food trucks every Friday night from May 23-October 31 (except July 4) from 7 to 10 p.m. on the Lower Commons. 

Event schedule 

  • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Opener: Solo musician playing inside the Public Market
  • 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Dinner food truck
  • 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. — Dessert food truck (if scheduled)
  • 7 to 10 p.m. — Band playing live music outdoors on the Lower Commons

What you need to know

  • Outside alcohol not allowed. Purchase alcoholic beverages from merchants.
  •  Food and drinks available to purchase. 
  • Patio seating available but we encourage BYOC — bring your own chair.
  • Free to attend. No tickets/registration needed.
  • Check LenexaPublicMarket.com/FNSB for event status.
  • Free parking available onsite in the Lenexa civic campus parking garage (17201 W. 87th St. Pkwy.). Enter on Winchester Street or W. 88th St.

Upcoming acts 

From the groovy tunes of the 60s and 70s to the pop hits of the 2000s and beyond, Friday Night Sound Bites will take you on a musical tour of live, local talent. Expect nostalgic classic rock hits, contemporary rhythms, and alternative beats every Friday. 

View full 2025 lineup of bands

Watch for special themed Friday Night Sound Bites later this year: Red Friday Football (Sept. 12) and Halloween Costume Contest & FNSB season finale (Oct. 31).