Live music in Stratford, CT

Blood Sweat and Gear's Friday Night Cruise is weather permitting and features door prizes, a 50/50, music, and trophies including Best in Cruise. A 2006 cut-off applies, and a specialty vehicle section is available.

At StageOne in Fairfield, Shakedown Citi brings a Grateful Dead–rooted experience that grew out of the Citi Field parking lot scene. Rather than copy the originals, the band channels the spirit and lets the music breathe, shaping sets that flow with deep grooves, open-ended jams, and a joyful sense of connection. The result moves body and mind while lifting spirits. Fans across generations, from longtime Deadheads to college listeners and everyone in between, can expect a welcoming, family-style vibe that turns the show into a shared celebration of live music.

This event features a live musical performance.

The Bob Button Band performs as part of the 2026 Sunday Concert Series at the Trumbull Town Hall Gazebo, a summertime lineup featuring a variety of musicians. The concerts unfold on the green, offering a relaxed setting for families and friends to enjoy live music together. Attendees often settle in with lawn chairs or picnic blankets while they listen.

The Walnut Beach Pavilion sets the scene for a summertime concert with shoreline views and a relaxed vibe. Pack a beach chair, invite family and friends, and enjoy a day by the water. Remember September takes the stage, a Trumbull, Connecticut group led by the Schod brothers Jay, Chris, and Eric. With a Purebred American Rock sound, the band is known for dynamic shows, tight harmonies, and varied setlists that have won fans across the East Coast. Over the years they have shared bills with Dave Matthews Band, Hootie & the Blowfish, Barenaked Ladies, Chris Stapleton, O.A.R., Train, Chicago, Joe Bonamassa, and more. From cozy rooms to big outdoor concerts, they bring energy and authenticity that connect with audiences. Entry is free. Settle into the ocean breeze and enjoy live music at the beach. Supported by sponsors Weichert, Realtors - On The Mark Property Management and the Walnut Beach Arts & Business Association, helping make Rockin' the Beach possible.

Set in Lordship, Stratford, CT, this waterfront event brings together food and music in a relaxed setting.

Enjoy a family-friendly concert created for little listeners as part of the Children’s Summer Concert Series. The performance takes place outdoors on the lawn beside the Parks & Recreation building. A tent provides shade, with convenient parking and restrooms available nearby. The event goes on rain or shine, and guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or a lawn chair for comfortable seating.

A neighborhood favorite returns to Black Rock with an early, family-friendly summer concert at St Ann Black Rock. Returning performers bring live music to a community gathering they look forward to each year, continuing the spirit of St. Ann's Summer Concert Series.

Sister Funk performs as part of the annual Summer Concert Series, when the Town Hall Green becomes a welcoming community gathering with live music, good food, and summertime fun. Spread out a blanket on the grass and enjoy dinner from Carl Anthony’s Wood Fired Pizza Truck, then finish with dessert from the Super Softy Ice Cream Truck. Parking is available in the Town Hall main lot and in the library lots. If weather forces a change, check the organizer’s website or social media for updates about relocation to Christian Heritage School. To help keep the green clean, please use the provided trash and recycling stations, and keep pets leashed. The series offers a relaxed, family-friendly setting to unwind and reconnect.

Park City Music Hall welcomes the Bella Rayne Band for a high energy, guitar forward night that weaves Southern tinted rock, jam band momentum, 90s grunge grit, psychedelic flair, and modern Americana. The set features original songs alongside fresh takes on Grateful Dead favorites. At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self taught guitarist, singer, and songwriter who grew up between the mountains of North Carolina and the Mendocino coast. She picked up an old Stratocaster during the pandemic, taught herself to play by ear, and quickly shaped a sound that draws from rock, Americana, bluegrass, and the jam band tradition. Her young career already includes appearances with Allman Betts Family Revival, Melvin Seals & JGB, ALO, Jackie Greene, Oteil Burbridge, and members of the Terrapin Family. She has been highlighted by Susan Tedeschi in Guitar World and was given the rare opportunity, through the Grateful Guitars Foundation, to perform on Jerry Garcia’s famed Alligator guitar. Beyond the stage, she collaborates with the Grateful Guitars Foundation to support music education, visiting schools and encouraging young people, especially girls, to explore instruments and songwriting. Her growing national profile and commitment to inspiring new players reflect a rising voice in contemporary jam rock and Americana. This event is all ages. General admission is $20 plus online ticketing fees. Park City Music Hall features a full bar and kitchen offering craft cocktails and tasty bites, with service beginning at doors and continuing until the Kitchen Open light is turned off. Seating is limited since the venue is primarily standing room, and any available seats are first come, first served.

The Orange Community Farmers' Market brings together farmers, food trucks, live entertainment, and crafters in a friendly marketplace. Browse offerings, grab something to eat, and enjoy the live entertainment while meeting the makers. Vendors vary from week to week, and the current lineup is posted on the market website.

At StageOne in Fairfield, CT, The James Hunter Six brings vintage-rooted soul and rhythm and blues led by GRAMMY-nominated British singer James Hunter. His husky, heartfelt vocals ride tight, swinging grooves, twin saxophones, and the rich tones of a Hammond B3. The music ranges from hard-charging R&B to tender ballads, nodding to the legacy of Sam Cooke, Wilson Pickett, Jackie Wilson, and Van Morrison while staying fresh and immediate. Hunter’s latest album, Off The Fence, launches his partnership with Dan Auerbach’s Easy Eye Sound and includes a duet with longtime collaborator Van Morrison on the jump-blues tune Ain’t That A Trip. Over more than three decades, he has earned accolades from MOJO, drawn praise from Van Morrison, and shared stages with Aretha Franklin, BB King, Etta James, Mavis Staples, and Bonnie Raitt. Expect a soulful revue feel, plenty of heart, and a groove that sticks with you.

@staticeramilford will reopen for an album release listening party celebrating Phoebe Bridgers’ new record, Lost Weekend. Attendees can hear the album before the official release and may have a chance to purchase a special White Label Edition on Zodiacal Light vinyl. Additional treats will be available while supplies last.