Omaha music lovers had a treat this past Friday, June 27, as legendary soul icon Smokey Robinson and alternative rock band CAKE headlined the annual free concert at Memorial Park. The beloved outdoor event, a summertime tradition for the Omaha metro, drew fans of all ages to enjoy a night of live music under the open sky.
The concert, held at the scenic Memorial Park venue, is a highlight of Omaha’s summer calendar and continues to bring the community together each year for a free, family-friendly evening of entertainment. KETV also offered a helpful guide ahead of the show, walking attendees through parking options and what items to leave at home — a sign of just how eagerly anticipated the event was.
Whether longtime fans came out to hear Smokey Robinson’s timeless Motown classics or younger concertgoers turned up for CAKE’s eclectic sound, the annual Memorial Park concert once again delivered a memorable shared experience for the Omaha community — free of charge.
