With 90 musical acts spread across three neighborhoods and 26 stages, there’s no single version of this day.On April 25, 2026, AABA will host the free musical walkabout, Adams Avenue Unplugged. This event features 90 live musical performances inside restaurants, bars, and coffee houses along a two-mile stretch of Adams Avenue from University Heights on the West, through Normal Heights, and into parts of Kensington to the East. It also has performances outdoors at various patio locations, including the Smitty’s Food Court and Lestat’s Coffeehouse. The AABA hopes to treat musical aficionados and foodies to the rich neighborhood culture.Adams Avenue Unplugged is free and open to the general public, with the exception of Alejandro Escovedo's ticketed performance at the Main Stage (Headliner link/bottom of page).
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