Small Town
A Tribute to John Mellencamp
With Special Guest: ASHLYN
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Lounges: 6:00pm
Doors: 6:30pm
ASHLYN: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm
Memorial Opera House
104 Indiana Ave.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
Get ready for a night of authentic heartland rock and rising country talent!
Kicking off the evening, ASHLYN, a fourteen-year-old rising country artist from Northwest Indiana, will take the stage at 7:00pm. Ashlyn has been captivating audiences since the age of five and made national headlines after performing alongside country superstar Gabby Barrett. She has since opened for big names like Creed Fisher, Gretchen Wilson, Eddie Montgomery, Old Dominion, and Jarrod Niemann. With 27 shows performed in 2024 and new music on the way—including her single “Cryin’ On the Inside” dropping early 2025—Ashlyn is quickly becoming one to watch in country music.
Then, at 8:00pm, SMALL TOWN takes over the stage! Known as the nation’s best and most authentic John Mellencamp Experience, this seven-piece band captures over 30 years of Mellencamp’s iconic catalog with stunning musicianship and energy. Featuring violin, mandolin, accordion, melodica, keyboards, guitars, and drums, SMALL TOWN delivers all your favorites like Jack and Diane, Cherry Bomb, Pink Houses, Small Town, Hurts So Good, and many more.
Made up of seven Hoosier natives from Mellencamp’s own hometown, SMALL TOWN has performed across the country—from the Indiana State Fair’s main stage to Chicago’s iconic Cubby Bear and major casinos and festivals.
This high-energy show will have you singing, dancing, and celebrating the spirit of the heartland all night long!
When choosing your seats, note that dancing may be encouraged at the front of the stage.
Tickets:
Loge: $80
Orchestra: $60
Main Floor & Balcony: $40