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SUNDAYS

April 19 - October 11

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

THURSDAYS

Lunch Hour 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.

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After Hour 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Spring Series 

April 16 - May 28

Fall Series

September 3 - October 8

A Lunchtime Concert Series

Our classic Sound Bites lunchtime concerts return for 2026, and this year will begin earlier in the season starting in April! We’re also expanding our programming for family-friendly fun throughout the week, including new Sunday programming, in addition to the continuation of our popular Thursday concerts.

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Thursday Lunch

12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

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Take a break from the workday and head to the Downtown Plaza. Grab lunch to-go from one of our Downtown restaurants and enjoy live music and programming on the plaza stage.

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Don’t forget to grab your free Sound Bites Membership Card, available at each Sound Bites lunch. The card gives you discounts on your lunch purchases at participating Downtown businesses on Thursdays, all season long!

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Thursday Evening

4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

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New this year, Sound Bites will also feature after-work programming in the evening. Meet coworkers or friends downtown, grab food from local businesses, and unwind with live entertainment in a relaxed outdoor setting. Your Sound Bites Membership Card will also be available here.

Grab Your Lunch To Go

Downtown restaurants are ready for you! Stop by and grab a lunch to go and join us on the plaza.  

Upcoming Sound Bites Performances

  • Interactive Games On The Plaza!
    Interactive Games On The Plaza!
    Multiple Dates
    3 days to the event
    Sun, May 03
    May 03, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    Every Sunday from 12–3 pm, enjoy Games on the Plaza in Downtown Champaign. Bring the family, grab lunch, and let the kids play before live music starts at 2pm!
  • Dr Paul Mock Performance on the Plaza
    Dr Paul Mock Performance on the Plaza
    3 days to the event
    Sun, May 03
    May 03, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    Catch Dr. Paul Mock live at Sound Bites Sunday from 2–3 PM at the Downtown Plaza. Inspiring guests through an unforgettable show and giving you a reason to enjoy downtown on a Sunday.
  • Mother’s Day Special: How Well Do You Know Mom?
    Mother’s Day Special: How Well Do You Know Mom?
    10 days to the event
    Sun, May 10
    May 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    Grab your family and head to the plaza before lunch for something fun this Mother’s Day! Join our live host for "How Well You Know Your Mom", a hilarious game show where moms and their loved ones compete to see who knows Mom best! Sign up below to reserve your spot, or show up at 11:30am & jump in
  • Christina Eltrevoog Performance on the Plaza
    Christina Eltrevoog Performance on the Plaza
    14 days to the event
    Thu, May 14
    May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    Catch Christina El Trevogue live at Sound Bites from 12–1:15 PM on the Downtown Plaza. She plays guitar with ease and has a beautiful, soft sound that will create a magical lunchtime downtown.
  • Tom Grassman Performance on the Plaza
    Tom Grassman Performance on the Plaza
    14 days to the event
    Thu, May 14
    May 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    Unwind after work with Tom Grassman live on the Downtown Plaza from 4:30–6:30 PM on Thursday, May 14. Known and beloved by many, Tom brings rock energy, big talent, and the kind of show that keeps everyone entertained!
  • Brandon Washington Performance on the Plaza
    Brandon Washington Performance on the Plaza
    28 days to the event
    Thu, May 28
    May 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    We’re excited to welcome Brandon Washington back to Sound Bites. Brandon is electric, exciting to watch, and so full of music you can literally see it carry him away and the crowd goes right with him. Don’t miss the chance to see this passionate performer live on the plaza!
  • Family Feud On the Plaza!
    Family Feud On the Plaza!
    31 days to the event
    Sun, May 31
    May 31, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
    Downtown Plaza, Downtown Champaign, Champaign, IL 61820, USA
    Bring your family or build a team with friends and step up to the mic for Family Feud on the Plaza, hosted live during Sound Bites Sundays! Compete against other teams and play for fun prizes while the crowd cheers you on. Work up an appetite and eat local while watching others play on stage!

Sound Bite Sundays (12:00 PM – 3:00 PM)​

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New this year is our Sound Bites Sundays! Join us on the Downtown Plaza for a relaxed afternoon of family-friendly games, good food, and live music.

 

From 1pm– 2pm, Enjoy interactive jumbo games on the plaza! Grab your family and friends and jump into oversized classics like Connect 4, checkers, and cornhole while you wait for your food from Downtown restaurants.

 

We’ll also have a special game show experiences on select Sundays:

  • May 10 – Mother’s Day Game Show Special

  • May 31 – Family Game Show (after-church, mid-day fun!)

Come play, compete, and enjoy a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere right in the heart of Downtown.

Click below to sign up!

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From 2 pm – 3pm, hopefully your bellies are full because it's time to find a seat on the plaza and enjoy a free live concert from local musicians!

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Bring the family, bring your friends, and spend your Sunday afternoon downtown!

Soundbites Membership Cards

​Be sure to grab your free Sound Bites Membership Card at any Sound Bites event. The card gives you special Thursday-only discounts at participating Downtown restaurants, bars, and retailers all season long. Just show your physical card in person when ordering or checking out to receive various Sound Bites Discount  deals. Cards are available while supplies last, and participating businesses and discounts may vary.

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