Live music in Putnam, CT

New England Friends of Bosnia and Herzegovina hosts an afternoon celebration of Bosnian culture at Urban Wild, featuring traditional dance by NEFBiH’s ensemble KUD Ljiljani and live music from Adin Calkic, Daco Veletovac, and Hank Pena, with Daco also on DJ duties. Savor Bosnian flavors such as ćevapi, pita, and other specialties, plus homemade desserts like baklava and hurmašice, alongside Bosnian coffee and other refreshments. Activities include bowling and games, face painting, and henna. Admission is free, and food and beverages will be available to buy. Open to all, whether you have roots in Bosnia and Herzegovina or are simply curious to experience its traditions, music, dance, and cuisine. Convenient access by car and public transportation.

Artist in Residence Everett McCorvey leads The Worcester Chorus, the WPI Festival Chorus, and a guest orchestra at The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory for the Performing Arts in a celebration of music by Duke Ellington and George Gershwin. The program highlights Gershwin with a choral version of Rhapsody in Blue, heard as You Are My Rhapsody in Blue arranged by Michael Fennelly, and with Porgy and Bess arranged for solo piano, orchestra, and chorus, presented as Robert Russell Bennett’s Porgy and Bess: A Symphonic Picture. Ellington’s final composition, Three Black Kings, pays tribute to Balthazar, Solomon, and Martin Luther King Jr., completed after the composer’s death by his son Mercer and orchestrated by Luther Henderson. Widely admired as pianist composers who influenced one another, Gershwin and Ellington drew on impressionist color, improvisation, and blues harmonies, and these landmark works mark pivotal chapters in American musical history.

Vince Staples brings the Cry Baby Tour to the stage with an all-ages show. Each ticket helps support The Shout Syndicate, contributing twenty-five cents to a volunteer-run Boston initiative that funds youth-led arts programs at established nonprofit creative youth development organizations across Greater Boston. The Shout Syndicate is housed at The Boston Foundation and works in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture through the Boston Creates plan.

The Boston Symphony Hall Orchestra Festival offers select school, youth, community, collegiate, and adult orchestras the opportunity to perform in Symphony Hall. The professionally produced experience includes a dedicated performance, clinician-led sessions, and coordination by Encore. Participation is limited.

MICO’s Running From A Feeling Tour is an all-ages show. A seating area is available for guests with mobility limitations. For accommodation needs, contact the venue after purchasing a general admission ticket.

This Is Lorelei is the solo project of songwriter Nate Amos, who also performs with Water From Your Eyes. Known for his genre-spanning approach, Amos has released acclaimed solo music, including Box for Buddy, Box for Star, an album that explores sobriety through playful musical personas. A portion of each ticket supports The Shout Syndicate, a Boston-based volunteer fundraising effort that helps fund youth-led arts programs at nonprofit creative youth development organizations in Greater Boston.

Enjoy a live music open jam in the lounge at Point Breeze Restaurant, hosted by Mike Silvia. Musicians can bring an instrument or use their voice to take part, while guests can relax and listen. The evening features a rotating group of local musicians, and Mike offers pointers to musicians who would like them.

MICO is a Filipino-Canadian artist from Toronto who crafts emotionally charged alt pop rock that fuses the hooky nostalgia of 2000s and 2010s pop punk with modern hyperpop and alternative influences. He first connected with a devoted audience online through Discord performances, TikTok, and self-released tracks, then grew into a rapidly rising global act following breakout releases and sold-out headline tours across North America and Europe. His debut album, When the lights turn on, released via Columbia Records, was written amid constant travel, personal upheaval, and swift growth. The songs capture the chaos of coming of age in real time, touching on identity, nostalgia, heartbreak, the gap between online perception and reality, and the feeling of outgrowing places and people. Balancing hyperpop intensity, soaring pop hooks, and high-energy alternative sounds, the album presents his most personal and ambitious songwriting to date.

A football-themed evening at Putnam Lodge of Elks 574 features music from DJs JL Sound and a focus on fun. The event is open to adults age 50 and older from any town. Sponsors include Christopher Heights of Webster, Matulaitis Rehab & Skilled Care, Putnam Lions Club, and Putnam Lodge of Elks 574.

The SiM: Hooman World Tour has been postponed, with a new date to be announced. This event is all ages. A seating area is available for guests with mobility limitations, and accommodation requests can be directed to the event organizers after purchasing a general admission ticket.

Disney Concerts and AEG Presents bring the Worlds Collide Concert Tour to DCU Center, where stars from Disney’s Descendants, Zombies, and Camp Rock share the stage for a high-energy live concert filled with music and Disney magic. Performers include Malachi Barton, Liamani Segura, Dara Reneé, Mekonnen Knife, Hudson Stone, Swayam Bhatia, Kiara Romero, and Alexandro Byrd. The production highlights fan-favorite songs and memorable moments from each franchise, all brought together in one sweeping live show. VIP packages will be available, including opportunities to take part in a cast Q&A.

Experience the original Rocky on the big screen with Bill Conti’s score performed live by a full symphony orchestra, including the iconic “Gonna Fly Now.”

For more than four decades, the Grammy Award-winning Los Angeles Guitar Quartet has been recognized for expressive, virtuosic ensemble playing. Its acclaimed transcriptions offer fresh perspectives on concert masterworks, alongside interpretations of contemporary and world music. This program is supported by the Heidi Brake Smith ’82 Fund for the Arts.

Secondhand Serenade takes the stage at Worcester Palladium for a live performance honoring 20 years of AWAKE, with the show centered on this milestone.

An all-ages show featuring Ethan Regan on the Young Regan Tour. A seating area is available for guests with mobility limitations. For accommodation inquiries, contact the venue after purchasing a general admission ticket.

This all-ages show features Palace. Support acts may change without notice. Bags are limited to 12" x 6" x 12" and are subject to security searches. Lighters are not permitted, and smoking or vaping is prohibited. Medication must be accompanied by proof of prescription. The venue may change its list of prohibited items.

The Knocks will perform an all-ages show. Venue policies prohibit smoking and vaping, weapons, and certain items, including oversized bags, backpacks, professional cameras, video equipment, and luggage. All items brought onto the property are subject to inspection, and prohibited articles may result in guests being turned away without storage available. Medication must be accompanied by proof of prescription.

Multi-Grammy Award-winning drummer, composer, and producer Marcus Gilmore explores percussion through new sound compositions and rhythms. Joined by Morgan Guerin on EWI and saxophone, David Virelles on piano, Emmanuel Michael on guitar, and Endea Owens on bass, Gilmore brings his fluid, rhythm-expanding style to Berklee for an otherworldly musical experience.

A portion of each ticket purchased supports The Shout Syndicate, a Boston-based, volunteer-run fundraising effort that helps fund youth-led arts programs at nonprofit creative youth development organizations in Greater Boston. Housed at The Boston Foundation, the organization partners with the Mayor’s Office of Arts & Culture’s Boston Creates creative plan.

At Mechanics Hall, Music Worcester marks the nation’s 250th year with a choral program shaped by Artist-in-Residence Everett McCorvey and centered on music’s ability to connect people. Voices from The Soldiers’ Chorus of The U.S. Army Field Band, the First Unitarian Church of Worcester Choir, the Worcester Children’s Chorus, and the Bridgewater State University Choral Society come together for a collaborative performance that mirrors McCorvey’s commitment to working with student and professional ensembles alike. The program features Margaret Bonds’ Credo, a seven-movement setting of W. E. B. Du Bois’s 1904 civil rights text, movement four of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, Ode to Joy, and an America medley. The gathering emphasizes a simple idea, when artists collaborate, connection grows and conflict recedes.

Almost Monday performs an all-ages show at Paradise Rock Club. A seating area is available for guests with mobility limitations. Those needing accommodations are encouraged to contact the venue after purchasing a general admission ticket.

Gavin Adcock brings The Day I Hang It Up Tour 2026 to MGM Music Hall at Fenway. The show is open to all ages, and support acts may change without notice. Bags must not exceed 12 by 6 by 12 inches and are subject to security searches. Lighters are prohibited, and smoking and vaping are not allowed. Medication must be accompanied by proof of prescription. Venue management may change the prohibited-items policy.

Hovvdy and Christian Lee Hutson are featured performers. A portion of each ticket purchase supports The Shout Syndicate, a Boston-based volunteer-run fundraising effort that helps fund youth-led arts programs at nonprofit creative youth development organizations in Greater Boston.

Brass Attack returns to Chan's Fine Oriental Dining for its only public appearance of the month, offering live music in an intimate setting where dinner and drinks complement the show. It suits an evening out with family and friends. Reservations and ticket information are available.

OverTone brings a lively dance floor to The Green Dragon with familiar rock, pop, and throwback hits from the ’80s, ’90s, ’00s, and beyond.

Experience a tribute to 1990s hip-hop performed by a string quartet in the gentle glow of candlelight. The program features medleys celebrating artists including Lauryn Hill and the Fugees, Jay-Z, Nas, Outkast, Missy Elliott, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., and Dr. Dre, along with Snoop Dogg’s “Gin and Juice.” Performers are the Listeso String Quartet or Rasa String Quartet. The concert lasts 60 minutes, and seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone. The venue is ADA compliant. Attendees must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This is a tribute concert and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the artists or their representatives.

The WCUW Frontroom hosts an evening of dance-ready grooves with We and the Dawg, delivering a high-energy blend of funk, soul, and R&B from the 70s through today. The lineup features vocalist Bruce Reed, formerly of Big Dawg and Tornado Alley, with Johnny Blue Horn on trumpet, Bill MacGillivray on drums, Dan Hunt on guitar, Jim Heffernan on keys, Ririka Masuda on sax, Hiro Tokushige on trumpet, and Gail Hunt on bass. Admission is $20, payable in cash or via Venmo at the door. Light refreshments are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring their own. Parking is available in the Clark University lot across the street or on nearby streets.

Tailwind Tavern in Hopedale MA hosts Scott Magill and Heather Deary.

Alumni of the Mario Umana Harbor School of Science and Technology from the Classes of 1979–1989 are invited to reconnect and celebrate. The reunion features a buffet dinner, music, dancing, and time to reminisce with former classmates and make new memories. Alumni may bring a spouse, partner, family member, or friend, and guests do not need to be alumni. Admission includes dinner and dancing, and a cash bar will be available. Advance ticket purchase is required, and tickets are nonrefundable.

A Far Cry brings together orchestra, chorus, soloists, and organ for a program exploring human resilience. Featuring the Boston Children’s Chorus, soprano Ariadne Greif, mezzo-soprano Clare McNamara, tenor Brian Giebler, and bass Paul Max Tipton, the program includes inti figgis-vizueta’s Talamh (land), Johann Sebastian Bach’s Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott (A Mighty Fortress Is Our God), and Julius Eastman’s Gay Guerrilla. Together, the works span centuries and connect Bach’s hymn with Eastman’s bold meditation on endurance and liberation.

Punch Brothers brings boundary-pushing acoustic artistry led by mandolinist Chris Thile. The quintet features Chris Eldridge on guitar, Paul Kowert on bass, Noam Pikelny on banjo, and Brittany Haas on fiddle. Celebrated by critics, the group has earned a Grammy for Best Folk Album, and The Washington Post has praised how they carry bluegrass into new territory with both head and heart. Their seventh release, The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers, arrives on Nonesuch Records as their first fully instrumental collection and the first to include Haas as a member, offering eight new originals alongside three traditional tunes arranged by the band.

The Verge takes the stage at Point Breeze for a high energy night by the lake. Begin with a meal, then expect dance friendly tunes that keep the floor moving and a festive atmosphere all night. The show is presented as a debut at this venue and centers on lively music and continuous dancing. The cover charge is $10 at the door.