Two Way Street Coffee House is Chicagoland’s most beloved folk and acoustic music venue, presenting weekly concerts and community events for over 50 years!
ARTIST UPDATE:
Due to illness, Zachary Scot Johnson is unable to perform tonight. We wish him a speedy recovery. Ashley & Simpson will be stepping in for this evening’s concert at Two Way Street Coffee House.
Comprised of Jennifer Ashley and Joel Simpson, Ashley & Simpson are quickly becoming folk scene favorites. This folk duo blends traditional songs and instrumentation along with beautiful vocal harmonies reminiscent of famous duos such as Ian & Silvia and The Everly Brothers. With their sophomore release “Off To Here Land,” they have pushed the art of folk to a new sound with an all-traditional track list that will delight fans new and old. Both bringing a classical perspective to their duo, Jennifer Ashley & Joel Simpson have reached a new level by incorporating elements of jazz, popular music, and other modern styles in their arrangements.
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Upcoming Folk and Acoustic Music Concerts and Community Events
HERITAGE MATINEE SERIES - June 28, 2026
Welcome to the second season of the Heritage Matinee Series at the Two Way Street Coffee House!
We are thrilled to announce the continuation of this successful concert series at the Two Way Street Coffee House, taking place on select Sunday afternoons in 2026. In each concert, Mark Dvorak and Ashley & Simpson will be joined by two local artists for a matinee concert, all benefitting the Two Way Street Coffee House! 100% of free-will donations collected at each concert will support the Two Way Street Coffee House’s operation and programming. It’s a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon, and it’s a great way to support Two Way Street! All shows will begin at 3pm (CT) and the doors will open at 2:30pm.
On June 28, 2026 the Two Way Street Coffee House is pleased to present Mark Dvorak, Ashley & Simpson, Merv Collins, and Jim Gary as part of our Heritage Matinee Series.
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Last Thursdays Open Mic - June 25th
Attention High School & College-Age Musicians, Poets, and Performance Artists! 
It’s Your Turn to Shine—Every Last Thursday of the Month!
On June 25, 2026 at 7pm, step into the spotlight at Two Way Street Coffee House, one of the best-loved acoustic venues in the Chicago area. Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, poet, guitarist, or spoken word performer, this is your space to be heard.
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Conveniently located in Downers Grove, Two Way Street Coffee House is Chicagoland’s most beloved folk and acoustic music venue, presenting weekly concerts and community events since 1970!
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