Billings’ most popular downtown Summer concert series, Alive After 5, kicks off at The Pub Station Thursday, June 12. The June 12th Alive After 5 concert includes two bands; Kyle Hunter opening the night at 5:00pm and the Tanner Laws Band beginning at 6:40pm. This year’s Alive After 5 Summer Concert Series is presented by our Downtown Billings team and Western Security Bank.
Admission
Admission is free to the public, however, those 21 and older, wishing to consume alcohol will need to purchase a wristband for $3.
The V.I.P Expereince
Twenty $10 V.I.P wristbands are available for each weekly concert and can be purchased Monday – Wednesday, 9am to 4pm or Thursdays, 9am to 12pm at our Downtown Billings office at 102 N. 29th Street or by calling us at (406) 294-5060. The V.I.P. area offers a shaded space for you to cool off, hang out, and enjoy the show. The V.I.P. area includes tables, chairs, free ice-cold water, and a great view of the stage
The revenue generated through Alive After 5 wristband sales help sustain the coordination and facilitation of downtown beautification projects, public art projects, and other community-centric Downtown Billings Signature Events throughout the year.
The June 12th Bands
Kyle Hunter (5:00pm)
Kyle Hunter, is an Americana/ Alt Country singer/songwriter from Montana. He has been tearing up stages in the northwest playing alongside his band, The Mountain Standard, producing sounds similar to Tyler Childers, and even some Allman Brothers. Seamlessly marrying sublime guitar tones reminiscent of the Dead all the while paying homage to country & western roots. You can stream his “Waiting on You” and “Losing my Mind” albums on Spotify now.
Facebook: Kyle Hunter Music / Instagram: @Kyle_hunter_music
Tanner Laws Band (6:40pm)
Tanner Laws Band was formed in Missoula, MT in 2024. Their traditional country sound is influenced by artists like: Turnpike Troubadours, Keith Whitley, Cody Johnson, Chris LeDoux, and Johnny Cash. Tanner believes storytelling is a staple of his music. Relatable lyrics and authenticity set the groundwork for this band, but Tanner’s generational country voice, and a talented band to back him make them a band to watch out for in 2025 and on!
Band website: www.tannerlawsmusic.com
The weekly Alive After 5 concerts takes place outdoors at a different downtown location Thursday evenings from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, June 12 to July 31, 2025.
A Community event with community support
Each year, we are able to enhance this well-loved concert series by the support and generosity of local businesses and organizations through sponsorships. Our 2025 Alive After season is presented by Western Security Bank, and supported by sponsors Hensel Law, Mari Mint, AVA Law Group, The Best Western Clocktower Inn, Stella’s Kitchen and Bakery, Big Dipper Ice Cream Billings, and Desert Mountain Broadcasting Radio group (Planet 106.7, Classic Hits, My 105.9, 98.1 KBEAR, 94.1 KSKY, 910 ESPN, The Zone 96.3).
The 2025 concerts will include:
- FREE Bottled Water: Thanks to MariMint’s sponsorship, bottled water is FREE throughout the entire 2025 Alive After 5 season.
- Outdoor Food Vendors: At least one outside food option (ie. a food truck or a special food tent from the host location directly) is scheduled for each Alive After 5 event.
- Weekly Uber discount codes: AVA Law Group is committed to keeping the community safe during and after each Alive After 5 event and partnered with Downtown Billings to provide Uber discount codes for attendees to use after each event.
- Ice Cream Vendor: Look for the brand new Big Dipper Ice Cream Bike at every Alive After 5 event.