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Live music in Washington, D.C.

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Jun 10
6:30 PM
Lincoln Theatre

HONNE is an alt-pop duo known for their emotionally driven songwriting and distinctive blend of warmth, intimacy, and modern production. A stripped back and intimate evening celebrating songs from the Warm On A Cold Night and Love Me / Love Me Not albums.

Jun 10
6:30 PM
Anthem

Amyl and The Sniffers have had a monster year, destroying the main stages of European summer festivals, supporting Turnstile on their recent sold-out US run, and selling out their own headline tours in the US, UK and Europe. Their recent 2025 North American tour marked a huge moment for the band as they brought their raw energy across more than 20 cities in the U.S. and Canada. Now they return in 2026 for some of their biggest shows yet.

Jun 10
7:00 PM
9:30 Club

Holly Humberstone, a BRIT Rising Star winner and Top 3 debut album artist, brings her 'Cruel World North American Tour' to the 9:30 Club. Her music, known for lucid storytelling and soaring choruses, resonates with a worldwide community of fans.

Jun 10
6:30 PM
Jammin' Java

SXMURAI SPLECK featuring Kwajo, Jay Irvine, SH1NOB1, and S4MURAI JXCK at Jammin' Java. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:30 pm.

Jun 10
6:30 PM
The Atlantis

Old Mervs with The Ocho, Ra Ra Viper. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Jun 10
7:00 PM
Tommy Prine w/ Brad Goodall
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Tommy Prine is a Nashville-bred songwriter carving out his own identity with unflinching honesty, dynamic guitar work, and a voice that bridges Americana, indie folk, and Southern storytelling. Brad Goodall is a West Virginia songwriter and piano bard known for his vivid storytelling.

Jun 10
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

ICK performs with Lagoon, Dissipate, and Hostile Minds at Pie Shop. Doors open at 7:30 pm, and the show starts at 8:00 pm.

Jun 10
8:00 PM
Capitol Hill Jazz Jam
Mr. Henry's

The Capitol Hill Jazz Jam (CHJJ) is a weekly jazz jam session held at Mr. Henry’s Restaurant in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington D.C. every Wednesday from 8-11 PM.

Jun 10
The Pocket

The Pocket's Open Mic Night is a vibrant community event that offers a welcoming space for budding musicians to showcase their talents and hone their skills, every Tuesday!

Jun 11
5:30 PM
Merriweather Post Pavilion

HARDY's COUNTRY! COUNTRY! tour is a return to his roots, featuring songs celebrating his youth and commenting on country music. Special guests include Tucker Wetmore and McCoy Moore.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
Nationals Park

Shakey Graves performs as part of the Fondness, Etc. Tour. This is a rain or shine event.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
Union Stage

Shakey Graves, also known as Alejandro Rose-Garcia, celebrates the ten-year anniversary of his album "And The War Came" with a special tour. $1 per ticket goes to supporting Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.

Jun 11
HARDWELL
Echostage

Hardwell performs with support from AVELLO.

Jun 11
6:30 PM
The Atlantis

Ray Bull with Babehoven. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
Jammin' Java

Characterized by No Depression as “the future of bluegrass”, Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road twine innovation, tradition, and excellence into a unique musical experience. Liam Purcell has already established a name for himself in the world of American Stringband music.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
Black Cat

Vundabar will take the celebration nationwide for their Gawk 10-Year Anniversary Tour, performing the album in its entirety, alongside fan favorites and new material. Expect a set that’s loud, raw, and joyfully unhinged.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
Orianthi
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Multi-platinum artist Orianthi, known for her electrifying stage presence and virtuosic guitar skills, will perform. She is a rock, blues, and pop guitarist and singer known for "According to You" and her role as Michael Jackson’s lead guitarist.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
9:30 Club

underscores, also known as April Harper Grey, is a Filipino-American artist from San Francisco. She started making music in middle school and has since opened for 100 gecs and played at major festivals. Umru will also be performing.

Jun 11
7:30 PM
Joe's Movement Emporium

En Route is a dynamic string ensemble that moves seamlessly through music of all kinds—old and new, in both expansive and intimate forms, and everything in between. Each performance is a carefully crafted journey, designed to stir emotions and tell stories.

Jun 11
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

The Darts, now based in Seattle, Washington, formed in 2016 with the goal of making great all-girl garage-rock noise. They will be performing with Teen Cobra.

Jun 11
7:00 PM
Addie Stan
Mr. Henry's

A hi-fi set, its tubes aglow through the speaker cloth. A wry delivery with a knowing wink to the listener -- or a torch song passionately wrought. Throw in a dash...

Jun 11
8:00 PM
The Fillmore

Ahmed Saad presents 'The World Cup Run' event.

Jun 12
6:30 PM
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

The Sergio Mendes Band returns to celebrate 60 years of Brasil ’66 and the joyful legacy of Brazilian music, featuring Mendes's wife, Gracinha Leporace, as bandleader and lead singer. The band embodies Sergio's spirit, joy, and deep love for Brazilian music, bringing a renewed sense of celebration to every performance.

Jun 12
6:30 PM
Seventh Stanine Festival
Rhizome DC

A two-day festival of creative music featuring Marisa Anderson, Shane Parish, Ian Nagoski DJ set, Ian Williams (BATTLES), Lea Bertucci, Dorothy Carlos, Paleography, Day for Night, Daniel Wyche, and The Caribbean.

Jun 12
7:00 PM
All Good Now Pre-Party
9:30 Club

Greensky Bluegrass is building an empire, brick by brick, known for their dazzling live performances and relentless touring schedule. This is a pre-party for their All Good Now event.

Jun 12
8:00 PM
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

The Sergio Mendes Band returns to celebrate 60 years of Brasil ’66 and the joyful legacy of Brazilian music, with Mendes's wife, Gracinha Leporace, as bandleader and lead singer. The band brings a renewed sense of celebration to every performance, paying tribute to Mendes’ remarkable influence.

Jun 12
5:00 PM
Transit Pier at The Wharf

The Warped Band brings you the ultimate tribute to Warped Tour. Get ready for a high-energy throwback experience on Transit Pier starting at 5pm, presented by Pacifico.

Jun 12
6:00 PM
Merriweather Post Pavilion

Hovvdy performs live. $1 from each ticket sold will be donated to The Ally Coalition to support LGBTQ+ youth.

Jun 12
6:30 PM
Lincoln Theatre

Kevin Morby has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 from every ticket sold on our tour will go towards organizations protecting immigrant rights and safety. Opening acts, door times, and set times are always subject to change.

Jun 12
7:00 PM
Jammin' Java

An evening with Latent Defect at Jammin' Java.

Jun 12
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

Wretched Blessing performs with Lastima, Barbelith, and Witch's Mirror. Doors open at 7:30 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM.

Jun 12
7:30 PM
The Atlantis

Deer Tick with Jobi Riccio. Doors open at 7:30 PM.

Jun 12
8:00 PM
The Fillmore

42 Dugg and Babyface Ray perform on their '4 The Trenches Tour'.

Jun 12
10:30 PM
Alfredo Mojica Group
Bossa

Alfredo Mojica, a cornerstone of the DC salsa community, performs with his group every Friday night, playing salsa, bachata, merengue, and more. Come prepared to twirl and be twirled!

Jun 12
Sara Landry
Echostage

Sara Landry performs with support from Zorza, Conrad Taylor, and JSMN.

Jun 12
10:30 PM
The Hamilton

Free live music at The Loft at The Hamilton, featuring local bands and late-night cocktails.

Jun 12
Doubles

An evening for performers to showcase their talents.

Jun 13
11:00 AM
All Good Now
Merriweather Post Pavilion

All Good Presents... All Good Now (2-day Ticket) featuring Widespread Panic, Claypool Gold, Greensky Bluegrass, Larkin Poe, The Wood Brothers, Lettuce, The Hip Abduction, Leftover Salmon, Andy Frasco & the U.N., BALTHVS, Cris Jacobs, The Main Squeeze, and Jennifer Hartswick.

Jun 13
12:30 PM
Rhizome DC

Seventh Stanine is a gathering of artists who continue to make art because they have to. Saturday features Ian Williams (BATTLES), Lea Bertucci, Dorothy Carlos, Paleography, Day for Night, Daniel Wyche, and The Caribbean.

Jun 13
1:00 PM
Jammin' Java

Fans of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio can re-discover their timeless music all over again. All three current members have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group.

Jun 13
6:30 PM
Lincoln Theatre

Ryan Bingham and The Texas Gentlemen perform live on their Still Gettin' Away With It Tour. Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 8:00pm.

Jun 13
7:00 PM
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Prepare for an unparalleled musical experience as "OUR HOUSE: The Music of CSNY" assembles to perform the Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young repertoire with an extraordinary ensemble of musical friends.

Jun 13
5:00 PM
Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club

Opening night of Scotland Juneteenth featuring a performance by Hezekiah Walker.

Jun 13
7:30 PM
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

David Alan Miller conducts the NOI Philharmonic in a program featuring works by Lincoln-DeCusatis, Nielsen, and Strauss.

Jun 13
5:30 PM
Glenstone Museum

Pop and classical crossover performance as part of Glenstone's Summer Music Series. Performances are outdoors and free.

Jun 13
6:00 PM
9:30 Club

Joshua Slone, from Paintsville, KY, performs on the Thinking Too Much Tour with special guest Jake Minch. Doors open at 6 PM.

Jun 13
7:00 PM
DC9 Nightclub

AfroSoReal Presents: BLACK MUSIC MONTH’S Artist Competition.

Jun 13
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

Brye is an indie-pop artist known for her raw, introspective lyrics and ethereal vocals. She will be performing with support from Dacelynn.

Jun 13
7:30 PM
The Atlantis

JESSICA BAIO - The Other Side Tour with Britton. Doors open at 7:30 PM.

Jun 13
10:30 PM
¡Latin Night with Tumbao!
Bossa

The best Latin night in DC takes place right here at Bossa every Saturday night with Tumbao! Starring a pan-American assortment of fiery and consummate musicians, Tumbao gets the joint jumping weekly with hot rhythms from Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Colombia, and more.

Jun 13
DNBNL DC
Echostage

DNBNL DC features Bou, Delta Heavy, Fox Stevenson, Kanine, and local support from MACK BLACK.

Jun 13
9:00 PM
Union Stage

Doors open at 9:00 pm, show starts at 10:00 pm. This is an all-ages event.

Jun 13
8:30 PM
Ballston Local

Enjoy live music from 2 Car Living Room!!

Jun 13
9:00 PM
DJ Biggs
Wild Days

Dance to the beats of DJ Biggs at Wild Days.

Jun 13
10:30 PM
The Hamilton

Free live music at The Loft at The Hamilton, featuring local bands and late-night cocktails.

Jun 14
5:00 PM
Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club

Talib Kweli performs live.

Jun 14
All Good Now
Merriweather Post Pavilion

Widespread Panic, Claypool Gold featuring Primus, Les Claypool's Frog Brigade & The Claypool Lennon Delirium, Larkin Poe, The Wood Brothers, Leftover Salmon, Andy Frasco & the U.N., The Main Squeeze.

Jun 14
2:00 PM
Let The Music Dance
Capital One Hall

The Washington Balalaika Orchestra presents a program featuring solos performed by their own musicians on various instruments, including a bandura for the first time. The 55-person orchestra will play well-known pieces from a variety of composers, genres, and time periods.

Jun 14
6:00 PM
Jammin' Java

Brooklyn-born and raised, rising independent singer-songwriter Ike Dweck is building a reputation for deeply personal lyrics and unflinching introspection. He's been releasing new singles song by song for over two years, now surpassing over 1 million listeners on Spotify in the first half of 2025 across 15+ original songs in his release discography.

Jun 14
6:30 PM
Thomas Jefferson Community Center Theater

The Arlington Philharmonic, Arlington's only professional symphony orchestra, will perform popular classics and Broadway, film, and patriotic music.

Jun 14
6:30 PM
The Atlantis

Girli with Meg Smith. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Jun 14
7:00 PM
Cracker
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Cracker has been described as alt-rock, Americana, and insurgent-country, with co-founders David Lowery and Johnny Hickman having been at it for over a quarter of a century.

Jun 14
7:00 PM
Union Stage

Keep, Tarantula, and Day Aches perform at Union Stage. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 8:00 pm.

Jun 14
7:00 PM
9:30 Club

Turkish-born, NYC-based artist INJI is flipping the script on dance-pop — fusing whip-smart lyrics, floor-shaking beats, and razor-sharp wit into club anthems that hit just as hard intellectually as they do on the dancefloor.

Jun 14
7:30 PM
Eric Gabriel
Pie Shop

Eric Gabriel is a songwriter, pianist, and producer from New York City. His upcoming album, Lucky Day Roadrunner (May 2026), was recorded live with Philip Weinrobe.

Jun 14
9:30 PM
Jun 14
School of Rock Washington DC/Cleveland Park

The School of Rock House Band performs live.

Jun 15
7:00 PM
Dead Calm
Union Stage

Dead Calm, Mabel June, Boat Water. Dead Calm is a band from Liam McCay... a young, prolific Irish musician from County Donegal, known for creating music under numerous aliases, most notably Sign Crushes Motorist, Dead Calm, and Take Care, exploring genres like slowcore and indie rock with poignant, introspective, and often melancholic themes, gaining significant online traction while maintaining a low-key, hobbyist approach to his rapidly growing career.

Jun 16
5:15 PM
Merriweather Post Pavilion

AEG Presents... Southern Hospitality Tour: The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers* with Southall.

Jun 16
7:00 PM
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Golden Globe and Emmy Award-winning actor Kiefer Sutherland performs with Rocco DeLuca. Sutherland is also a recording artist and touring musician, known for his roles in 24 and various films.

Jun 16
6:30 PM
Jammin' Java

Horace Pinker returns with a new album Now and the Future. Celebration Summer is a melodic punk band from Washington, DC that formed in late 2019.

Jun 16
6:30 PM
The Atlantis

PawPaw Rod - Picture Day Tour. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Jun 16
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

Chinese American Bear is a lighthearted and quirky mandopop duo from Seattle, creating fun & eclectic bilingual English/Chinese ear candy. Taiwanese producer and songwriter Layton Wu crafts a sonic world inspired by the textures of the 1970s and 1980s.

Jun 17
6:30 PM
Jammin' Java

Inara George is a Los Angeles–based singer and songwriter whose voice and musicality move easily between pop, folk, and jazz. Best known as one half of The Bird and the Bee with Grammy-winning producer Greg Kurstin, and as a member of The Living Sisters.

Jun 17
6:30 PM
Black Cat

Washington DC's Kill Lincoln blends no-bullshit ska-punk with addictive rock anthems, throwing in the energy of a basement hardcore show for good measure. They will be joined by BAD OPERATION and FLYING RACCOON SUIT.

Jun 17
6:30 PM
Anthem

Live Nation Presents Ca7riel & Paco Amoroso: FREE SPIRITS WORLD TOUR. Doors open at 6:30 PM, show starts at 8:00 PM.

Jun 17
6:30 PM
The Atlantis

Odunsi (The Engine). Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Jun 17
7:00 PM
Robyn Hitchcock w/ Emma Swift
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Robyn Hitchcock, a surrealist rock 'n' roller, iconic troubadour, guitarist, poet, painter, and performer, will be performing with Emma Swift. Hitchcock has traversed many genres with humor, intelligence and originality over 30 albums and seemingly infinite live performances.

Jun 17
7:00 PM
The Fiery Furnaces
The Miracle Theatre

The Fiery Furnaces, the long-running collaboration between siblings Eleanor and Matthew Friedberger, will reconvene for a limited series of duo performances.

Jun 17
7:00 PM
Union Stage

The Sing With Me Tour brings the magic of Fulton Lee’s iconic stranger interactions to the stage. Equipped with the power of Bubblegum Funk and a profound message of positivity, Fulton will give you not just a concert, but an experience that sticks with you.

Jun 17
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

Hashtronaut performs with Borracho and Druid Stone at Pie Shop. Doors open at 7:30 PM, and the show starts at 8:00 PM.

Jun 17
The Pocket

The Pocket's Open Mic Night is a vibrant community event that offers a welcoming space for budding musicians to showcase their talents and hone their skills, every Tuesday!

Jun 18
8:00 PM
Library of Congress

Stanley Clarke, known for his jazz fusions and innovative bass techniques, performs with his quintet at the Library of Congress.

Jun 18
Rüfüs Du Sol
Audi Field

To participate in Artist Presale on Tuesday, February 24 at 11am local time, fans can sign up at by Monday, February 23 at 10am ET / 7am PT. No codes are needed – access is tied to your Ticketmaster account, and anyone who signs up can join the sale. General on sale will begin Thursday, February 26 at 11 am local time.

Jun 18
6:00 PM
BANDING TOGETHER 2026
Black Cat

Join us for the 23rd annual "Banding Together" battle-of-the-bands concert, presented by Gifts for the Homeless. This epic community fundraiser enables GFTH to purchase over $1,000,000 worth of new winter clothing for homeless-support organizations.

Jun 18
6:30 PM
The Atlantis

Kolby Cooper. Doors open at 6:30 PM.

Jun 18
7:00 PM
Caitlynne Curtis
Jammin' Java

Caitlynne Curtis is an American singer-songwriter and rising country/pop artist known for her powerful vocals, emotional storytelling, and genre-blending sound. She will be performing at Jammin' Java.

Jun 18
7:00 PM
The Massacoustics
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

An Americana/rock band from Massachusetts playing freshly written songs from the outside for the outsiders.

Jun 18
7:00 PM
Union Stage

The Wilder Blue performs live at Union Stage. Doors open at 7:00 pm, show starts at 8:00 pm.

Jun 19
6:00 PM
Lincoln Theatre

Tank and The Bangas bring their Last Balloon Tour to the Lincoln Theatre, featuring opening acts Cecily, Akinola Pedro, and Amuche The Poet. Cecily is known for her agile soprano and honest lyrics, rooted in mid-century Soul and Jazz.

Jun 19
8:00 PM
9:30 Club

Wolfmother celebrates 20 years of their debut album, performing it in full. Led by frontman Andrew Stockdale, Wolfmother has built a global fanbase and shared stages with rock heavyweights.

Jun 19
6:00 PM
Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club

Celebrate 50 years of GoGo with TCB, TOB, and Reaction Band.

Jun 19
7:00 PM
Everything Yes
Jammin' Java

Everything Yes is a North Carolina based jazz-fusion group that grew out of the creative chemistry between friends who first connected in university. Their music blends jazz, funk, gospel, progressive rock, and improvisation into a sound that’s energetic, playful, and always evolving.

Jun 19
7:00 PM
Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis

Livingston Taylor's career as a professional musician spans more than five decades, encompassing performance, songwriting, recording, and teaching. Chelsea Berry is a Maine-based Indie Singer/Songwriter known for her powerhouse vocals and commanding stage presence.

Jun 19
7:00 PM
Subhumans
Union Stage

Subhumans are one of the most influential bands from the UK Anarcho-Punk scene of the 80’s. The Iron Roses deliver raw power and emotional depth, blending a politically-driven message of joy and rage with a melodic punch to the gut.

Jun 19
7:30 PM
Pie Shop

Sloth Herder performs with Nganga, Rale, and Devil Lust at Pie Shop. Doors open at 7:30 pm, and the show starts at 8:00 pm.

Jun 19
7:30 PM
The Atlantis

Dorian Electra with Hyd. Doors open at 7:30 PM.

Jun 19
10:30 PM
Alfredo Mojica Group
Bossa

Alfredo Mojica is a cornerstone of the DC salsa community, a consummate percussionist and vocalist who has performed with legends like Celia Cruz and Eddie Palmieri. He is joined on the Bossa stage every Friday night by an ebullient and first-class roster of musicians, sure to have you breaking a sweat on the dance floor with salsa, bachata, merengue, and more.

Jun 19
The Fillmore

Noise Complaints presents 'The Late Night R&B Experience Tour'.

Jun 19
8:30 PM
Ballston Local

Enjoy live music from Postskript !!