The Goo Goo Dolls at The Pavilion at Star Lake

The Pavilion at Star Lake hosted a night of alternative rock featuring the Goo Goo Dolls and special guest Neon Trees. Neon Trees opened the evening with a high-energy performance that included their popular tracks 'Animal' and 'Everybody Talks,' alongside a cover of The Human League’s 'Don’t You Want Me.' Their synth-heavy set established a vibrant atmosphere for the headlining act.

The Goo Goo Dolls performed a 25-song set that balanced their major radio hits with deeper cuts and newer material. The show opened with 'Over and Over' and 'Dizzy' before transitioning into the 1998 hit 'Slide.' Lead singer John Rzeznik engaged the audience with anecdotes about the band's history and the songwriting process, maintaining a personal connection with the crowd despite the large outdoor venue setting.

Notable highlights of the evening included a massive release of balloons during 'Black Balloon' and an intimate mid-set acoustic segment. During this portion, Rzeznik performed 'Sympathy,' 'Acoustic #3,' and 'Name' solo, highlighting the band's acoustic-driven roots. The concert concluded with a sequence of their most famous tracks, including the anthemic 'Better Days' and the multi-platinum single 'Iris.'