Memorial Day Weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, and there’s no better place to welcome the season than high in the Santa Catalina Mountains. This year, Mount Lemmon Lodge is celebrating with three consecutive days of live music, cool mountain air, and the relaxed pace that makes weekends on the mountain feel like a true escape.
From Saturday through Monday, our Music on the Mountain series brings together blues, bluegrass, and country for a holiday weekend designed to linger over. Whether you’re planning a full mountain getaway or a day trip to beat the heat, Memorial Day Weekend offers three distinct performances…and plenty of reasons to stay awhile.
Saturday, May 23 | Blues in the Pines
Heather Hardy | 1–4 PM
We kick off the weekend with the powerful blues stylings of Heather “Lil’ Mama” Hardy, opening the Music on the Mountain 2026 season. A classically trained violinist turned blues icon, Heather blends soulful vocals with expressive violin and decades of musical depth. Her live performances are dynamic, emotional, and deeply engaging—setting the tone for an unforgettable weekend on the mountain.
Sunday, May 24 | Bluegrass Afternoon
Jerry Taylor & Southern Comfort | 1–4 PM
On Sunday, settle into a classic mountain afternoon with Jerry Taylor and the Southern Comfort Band. Known for their rich bluegrass sound and easygoing energy, Southern Comfort delivers music that feels right at home in the pines. It’s the perfect soundtrack for a relaxed holiday Sunday—unhurried, welcoming, and full of familiar rhythms.
Monday, May 25 | Memorial Day Country
Kayleigh Mathews | 1–4 PM
Memorial Day Monday brings authentic country music to the mountain with Kayleigh Mathews. Based in Nashville and shaped by her Southwestern roots, Kayleigh’s sound blends traditional country with subtle dusty blues, anchored by honest storytelling and a voice that connects effortlessly with her audience. Her performance is the ideal way to close out the holiday weekend: relaxed, heartfelt, and memorable.
Make it a Weekend to Remember
With three days of live music, Memorial Day Weekend is one of the most popular times to visit Mount Lemmon Lodge. Many guests choose to stay overnight to fully enjoy the music, explore nearby hiking and scenic drives, and unwind in the cool mountain climate…without rushing back down the mountain.
Lodging for holiday weekends tends to fill quickly, and with a full lineup of live music scheduled, we encourage guests to book early to secure accommodations.
Whether you join us for one afternoon or the entire weekend, Memorial Day at Mount Lemmon Lodge is a celebration of music, mountains, and the simple joy of being somewhere special.