About
Holden Garcia is a passionate young musician who loves to perform. His whole life, he has enjoyed listening to music, going to shows, and dreaming of one day taking the stage. Since his first solo performance in Summer 2022, Holden has been performing regularly at open mics and other venues in the greater Plainfield and Chicagoland area, such as Black Dog Vinyl Café (Plainfield), The Forge (Joliet), Sable Creek (Romeoville), Bronkberry Farm (Plainfield), Bitter Jester Music Festival (Highland Park), and Homegrown Arts & Music Festival (Lisle).
Holden plays a variety of Americana rock cover songs from artists such as Mumford and Sons, Zac Brown Band, Nathaniel Rateliff, BoDeans, The Lumineers, Dave Matthews Band, and more, in addition to a growing list of his original songs.
2024 So Far…
The end of 2024 has been busy, so stay tuned for the final 2024 totals coming soon!
Upcoming Appearances
Monthly Acoustic Open Mic at a unique place to shop for new and used vinyl records. Come on in and have a cup of coffee or a drink with friends, and hang out and listen to music from talented artists in a chill atmosphere.
Black Dog Vinyl Cafe, Plainfield | 7:00pm, Friday
Youth Open Mic hosted by Holden Garcia at a unique place to shop for new and used vinyl records. Come on in and have a cup of coffee or a drink with friends, and hang out and listen to music from talented artists in a chill atmosphere. Mics and PA are provided, with a piano available onstage.
Black Dog Vinyl Cafe, Plainfield | 1:00pm, Saturday
“21st Century Alternative Rock” Month
The 815 is a non-profit organization that provides a unique opportunity for young musicians to perform monthly. Their goal is to teach young performers about performing, performance etiquette, working together and supporting each other as artists, as well as to challenge them as musicians.
General Admission Tickets are available for $7 (online or at the door)
The Forge | 2:00pm-4:00pm, Sunday
Monthly Acoustic Open Mic hosted by Jesse Perez at a beloved Romeoville winery. Come on in and have a drink with friends, and hang out and listen to music from talented artists in a relaxed atmosphere. Sable Creek Winery | 7:00pm-10:00pm, Wednesday
Take me out to the ballgame for some tunes and baseball fun! Holden will be performing outside the main gates as the crowds arrive for the Slammers home game against the Quebec Capitales. The game starts at 6:35pm, and tickets for the game start at $7 (lawn seats). Joliet Slammers Stadium, Joliet | 5:00pm-6:00pm, Thursday
Performer’s Choice: Billboard Hot 100 No. 1’s & 12th Anniversary Party Month
The 815 is a non-profit organization that provides a unique opportunity for young musicians to perform monthly. Their goal is to teach young performers about performing, performance etiquette, working together and supporting each other as artists, as well as to challenge them as musicians.
General Admission Tickets are available for $7 (online or at the door)
The Forge | 2:00pm-4:00pm, Sunday
Monthly Acoustic Open Mic at a unique place to shop for new and used vinyl records. Come on in and have a cup of coffee or a drink with friends, and hang out and listen to music from talented artists in a chill atmosphere.
Black Dog Vinyl Cafe, Plainfield | 7:00pm, Friday
The Peotone Market is taking over Main Street from First to Second Street the first and third Tuesdays of every month from May-September. They will be featuring amazing makers, vendors, food trucks and live entertainment. (Holden Garcia will be performing live on June 17th!)
Market On Main, Peotone | 4:00pm-8:00pm, Tuesday (exact performance times TBA)
Enjoy an evening of music with Holden Garcia at this family-friendly local brewery as part of Witches Night Out. Enjoy a cold drink (including non-alcoholic options, like their very own root beer!) from Rt 66 Old School Brewing’s extensive menu or tasty food options from Nelly’s (conveniently located in the same building).
Old School Brewing, Wilmington | 6:00pm – 9:00pm, Saturday
