November 11, 2023 — Get ready to rock with one of the original members of the Stray Cats, Lee Rocker!...
Diamond Rio Christmas
December 16, 2023 Known for making timeless country music for over thirty years, Diamond Rio recently announced new music and band member changes. “The Kick,” the highly anticipated track not only...
SOUNDS OF SOUL
February 3, 2024 Get ready to relive the hits of Motown and beyond as this exciting, high-energy act unleashes superior vocals and slick dance moves powered by pure soul! Performing a...
Red Hot Chilli Pipers
March 22, 2024 — The most famous bagpipe band on the planet! Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent and a show so hot it carries its own health warning....
Derina Harvey Band
April 5, 2024 — Come and join us for an amazing night with the Derina Harvey Band! Get ready to experience a night of unforgettable music and entertainment. The Derina Harvey...
11th Hour
April 13, 2024 “There is nothing more fulfilling than ministering to the body of Christ and sharing the gospel,” says Amber. “Every dream we have ever had, God has already fulfilled....
Alex Thomas & Friends
April 27, 2024 Get ready for a zany hour of puppetry with puppeteer Alex Thomas and his friends! Their interactive shows bring jokes, prizes, stories, silliness, and all around fun through...
Henry Kramer
May 5, 2024 Praised by The Cleveland Classical Review for his “astonishingly confident technique” and The New York Times for “thrilling triumphant” performances, pianist Henry Kramer is developing a reputation...
Oak Ridge Boys
May 18, 2024 Theirs is one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The four-part harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens...
The Bulldogs
June 13, 2024 MUSIC IN THE PARKS– Triangle Park, Defiance | 7:00 pm– Remember to bring your lawn chair. FREE EVENT — Sponsored by DDVB & DCCC– Donations are appreciated and...
Music on the Maumee
FOUR-DAY SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL • JULY 11-14, 2024 • Kingsbury Park • Defiance Ohio • BATTLE OF THE BANDSThursday, July 11, 2024 Get ready to rock out at the Battle of...
Battle of the Bands
Summer Music Festival • Day 1Kingsbury Park, Defiance Ohio BATTLE OF THE BANDSThursday, July 11, 2024 Get ready to rock out at the Battle of the Bands! Join us for an...
Rockin’ the Rivers with Boomtown Saints
Summer Music Festival • Day 2Kingsbury Park, Defiance Ohio ROCKIN’ THE RIVERSFriday, July 12, 2024 8 Track Entertainment and Warner Music Group recording artist BOOMTOWN SAINTS is the next “it” duo...
JAZZ FEST
Summer Music Festival • Day3Kingsbury Park, Defiance Ohio Jazz FestSaturday, July 13, 2024 Get ready to experience the smooth sounds of Jazz at the Jazz Festival! Whether you’re a die-hard Jazz...
Faith & Family
Summer Music Festival • Day 4Kingsbury Park, Defiance Ohio Faith & FamilySunday, July 14, 2023 Faith and Family day is a special event that brings together people to celebrate the importance...
Scott Brothers & The Next Paige
July 25, 2024 Bluegrass in the Park Triangle Park, Defiance | 7:00 pmRemember to bring your lawn chair. FREE EVENT — Sponsored by DDVB & DCCCDonations are appreciated and help us...
Venyx
August 15, 2024 Triangle Park, Defiance | 7:00 pm Join us for our final concert of the summer with Northwest Ohio’s premier party and corporate event band. Bring a lawn chair...
2024 Fall & Winter Performance Series
We are scheduling some exciting performances! Our Fall Season will kick-off in September, and seasonal Holiday performances will take us through December. 2025 will bring a variety of performances sure to...
An Tran – Guitarist
Sunday, September 8, 2024 Acclaimed Vietnamese classical guitarist An Tran has won over twelve international awards and competitions, and has performed at prestigious venues and events such as the Guitar Society...
Mutts Gone Nuts
Saturday, October 19 2024 Mutts Gone Nuts! A must-see show for dog lovers of all ages! Watch rescue pups dance, prance, flip, & skip their way right into your heart! In...
G.F. Handel’s Messiah – Defiance Choral Society – Andrew Schultz, conductor
Sunday, December 8, 2024 G. F. Handel’s Messiah was written in late summer of 1741. The Baroque-era oratorio still awes listeners more than 250 years after that 1st performance. Defiance community...
The Nutcracker – Land of Sweets, FW Ballet
Saturday, December 14, 2024 Embrace the joy of the holiday season…as Fort Wayne Ballet brings the magic of the holidays to the stage with Fort Wayne Ballet’s The Nutcracker – Land...
2025 Winter/Spring Performances
We have more fantastic performances scheduled for 2025! Performance details will be available on Black Friday, November 29, 2024, when the Stroede will be offering Special Pricing on tickets to kick...
MIKE BRODY – Comedy
February 22, 2025 Starting comedy on a whim at an open mic in the year 2000, Mike Brody has since devoted his life to perfecting the delivery of his high-energy act....
Bill Blagg – Family Magic
March 7, 2025 Join us for an afternoon filled with laughter, wonder and endless surprises as renowned magician Bill Blagg presents Family Magic! With over 60 minutes of non-stop magical fun,...
SVETLANA SMOLINA – Classical Pianist
March 16, 2025 Stunningly talented Svetlana Smolina is a highly sought-after world-renowned classical pianist who has performed, recorded, and collaborated with many famous musicians in numerous major world music centers. Described...
APPALACHIAN ROAD SHOW
Saturday, May 10, 2025 Appalachian Road Show is a visionary acoustic ensemble, bringing new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, bluegrass and folk songs, as well as offering innovative original music, all presented...
Sponsorship Opportunities
Help us keep the entertainment alive in Defiance! Sponsorship/Donor Opportunities are available for the Stroede 2025-2026 Performance Series. See our Sponsorship page for details> https://defiancearts.org/sponsors/...
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