Live music in Billerica, MA

Local artists bring live music to The Green as part of 3rd Ave’s ongoing series. This performance features Dan Drohan Collective. Guests can relax on the lawn with their own chairs or blankets, or listen from one of 3rd Ave’s restaurant patios. The series takes place on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights from May through September, with one Wednesday added each month.

At Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell, Asake brings a surge of Afrobeat energy that keeps the crowd moving from start to finish. Each song pairs infectious rhythms with strong vocals, creating vivid, feel-good moments and a contagious sense of celebration. The result is a lively concert experience where music and culture come together in pure excitement.

Heavy sounds take center stage for a night built around unfiltered tone and commanding riffs, with performances by Northstar the Wanderer, Ingrate, Shadows, and Skeleton Priest. True to its name, Northstar the Wanderer shapes expansive journeys that can end far from where they begin, yet the music stays grounded in harmony, visceral force, and riff-driven momentum. Their approach settles into a stark middle ground that nods to Neurosis, Testament, Mastodon, Isis, and Anathema. Advance admission is $10.

The Well appears with Moon Destroys as special guests. Attendees younger than 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Rippopotamus brings the 35ish Tour to Goodnight Johnny's American Music Bar to mark 35 years of Boston funk. Special guest The Imperial Guardrail featuring Kit Holliday joins the lineup. This is the band's first appearance at the venue.

We Like Wool returns to Wakefield Porchfest with a set at First Baptist Church. This town-wide celebration invites homes, businesses, and community organizations to share space on their property for live music throughout the day, creating a rotating mix at each stop. In a previous year they even followed a brass band, and this appearance adds to the variety at this location.

Experience live jazz, blues, and more on the patio at Rapscallion in Lawrence, MA.

The legendary ska band Mad Caddies will stop at Taffeta Music Hall as part of a Northeast run of shows.

Justin Hayward brings The Story In Your Eyes Tour to the stage, highlighting the unmistakable voice and guitar work that have resonated around the world for more than five decades. Best known as the vocalist, lead guitarist, and a principal songwriter for The Moody Blues, he helped define an era of rock with a distinctive sound and enduring craft. His songbook includes landmark tracks such as Nights in White Satin, Question, New Horizons, I Know You’re Out There Somewhere, Tuesday Afternoon, The Story In Your Eyes, The Voice, and Your Wildest Dreams. Celebrated for a career that spans generations, he continues to share his music with audiences across the globe.

A brunch-themed celebration of Prince featuring Eddy Dyer performing across multiple instruments. This tribute focuses on the artist’s songs with versatile instrumentation.

Sunday karaoke featuring Nightlife Entertainment welcomes singers of all experience levels to step up and perform favorite songs. Enjoy an upbeat atmosphere with music, drinks and good company. DJs keep the tracks flowing so the energy stays high from one performance to the next.

Craig performs an acoustic set at Sal's Restaurant, featuring a selection of songs.

A summer-friendly courtyard gathering at Lawrence Public Library brings together live music, board games, free arts and crafts, karaoke, and food trucks. Friends, families, and even dogs are welcome, creating a relaxed community vibe in the heart of the library’s outdoor space. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Get your voice ready and step up to the microphone at a karaoke night open to all. Whether you are a seasoned performer or simply singing for fun, this is your chance to take the spotlight and share your favorite songs.