Groovin’ in Garner: The 2026 Finale! 

Downtown Garner proudly presents the Downtown Concert Series!!

Tonight's Concert Features 2 Local Bands:

Kyle Mullins & The Redemption

Robert Hunter & Real Rowdy

It’s time to GO OUT WITH A GROOVE! 🎶

Join us in Downtown Garner for the final Groovin’ in Garner concert of 2026 as we celebrate another incredible season of live music, local talent and community with TWO fantastic local acts!

🎶 Kyle Mullins & The Redemption

A familiar face on the local music scene, Kyle Mullins & The Redemption bring a high-energy blend of rock, country and Americana to every performance. Kyle and the band have taken the stage at venues including Lincoln Theatre, Tin Roof Raleigh and right here in Downtown Garner at Shady’s. If you’ve seen them live, you know they know how to get a crowd moving!

🎤 Robert Hunter & Real Rowdy

Get ready for the powerhouse vocals and infectious energy of Robert Hunter & Real Rowdy! Robert has taken his talents beyond the local stage, appearing on Season 27 of NBC’s The Voice as a member of Team Kelsea. Now he’s bringing that incredible voice and dynamic performance style home to Garner with Real Rowdy for a night you won’t forget.

Two local bands. One big night. One final Groovin’ of 2026.

Meet Kyle Mullins and The Redemption: CLICK HERE for a snippet!

Kyle Mullins and The Redemption are the ultimate Nashville style cover band for any party or occasion. Playing a wide variety of hits from 70s and 80s classic rock to 90s and 2000s country and rock sing-alongs all the way up to modern day trends and anything in between!

Meet Robert Hunter & Real Rowdy: CLICK HERE for a snippet!

Robert was born and raised in Garner, North Carolina and began playing guitar at 15 years old.  Robert attended Appalachian State University and obtained his bachelor's degree in criminal justice. While at ASU, Robert began playing at local college bars and quickly realized his passion for music runs deep. As an artist Robert is heavily influenced by Country music, while incorporating a rock-n-roll edge as the lead singer of local band Real Rowdy. Robert has lit up venues across North Carolina making an appearance at the Carolina Country Music Festival in Myrtle Beach, SC and has opened for artists such as Blackberry Smoke, Mitchell Tenpenny, Meghan Patrick, Chayce Beckham and Randall King. Robert took a chance and turned chairs becoming a proud member of the first ever Team Kelsea Ballerini on season 27 of NBC's The Voice!

Know Before You Go

• Each concert features a local or regional party band playing classic rock and pop, 70s, 80s, and 90s hits, R&B dance, Top 40, country, and Motown favorites.

• Concerts get underway at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 9:30 p.m.

• Chairs should not be placed in the green space area until after 4:30 p.m.

Food & Vendors

While you're downtown, you're invited to visit our Main Street merchants or enjoy delicious food from a variety of food trucks that will be on site at each event. Please note that some trucks may offer a limited menu and that menu options may change due to ingredient availability. At this concert, we are proud to offer:

Food Trucks: Holy Fries, Hot Chicks Hotcakes, Johnny Thai Food, Monique's Rollin' Stove, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Sandy's Scoops

Vendors: Banks Bed & Breakfast, Capital Vacations, Cherry's Products, Faye's Sweet Shack, Garner Area Historical Society, In Your Face, Integrity Storage, Lemon Drop Lemonade, LilyyRo, NC Quick Pass, Perfect Pour, Pistol Penny's Popcorn, Poole Family YMCA, Rescue Treats, Squeaky Clean Luxurious Soaps, Sweet Treat Express Cotton Candy, Swift Creek Giftworks, Wisp Candle Studio

Adult Beverages

No outside alcohol or coolers will be permitted during the event, but beer and wine will be available for purchase at Zin Yoga Studio and Wine Lounge and Shady's Bar. Grab a drink-to-go and enjoy the social district. Alcohol vendors manage their own alcohol sales and are responsible for identification checks as required by law.

Parking

Free parking is available along several side streets and parking lots in downtown Garner, the Lions Club, and at Garner Baseball.

Items Allowed & Not Allowed

Bring a lawn chair and blanket - but if you bring a lawn chair and/or blanket, please place them in the green space area - not on the sidewalk. Please leave the sidewalks open for pedestrians. Chairs should not be placed in the green space area until after 4:30 p.m.

Please leave your coolers and outside alcoholic beverages at home.

Also, as much as we love your furry family members, we respectfully ask that you please leave your pets at home.