Live music in Methuen, MA

The Lawrence Public Library courtyard turns into a lively hangout with live music, board games, free arts and crafts, karaoke, and food trucks. Friends, families, and dogs are welcome to relax, play, and enjoy the atmosphere. Admission is free and open to everyone.

Every Wednesday, Union Public House offers an evening of live music alongside an all night happy hour.

Enjoy a meal or a quick bite at Waves Restaurant & Bar, then stick around for karaoke and music hosted by DCMusic together with the Waves staff. Choosing what to sing is easy with iPads available for browsing and selecting songs, and a companion phone app is also supported.

Try a music-powered spin on bingo where tunes take the place of numbers. Mark your matches on a paper card or on your phone as each track plays. Expect a lively atmosphere filled with foot tapping, sing-alongs, and the occasional urge to get up and dance.

DJ Bingo puts a musical twist on classic bingo by replacing numbers with songs. As the music plays, mark matches on a paper card or right on your phone. Expect plenty of toe tapping, singalongs, and maybe even a little dancing as the game picks up the beat.

This event spotlights a career that has shaped British pop and beyond. Often cited among the genre’s most influential voices and praised for striking lyricism, Morrissey counts 25 UK Top 10 albums, with 15 as a solo artist and 10 with The Smiths. Milestones include setting a fastest sellout record at the Hollywood Bowl in 1992, an Ivor Novello Award for his outstanding contribution to British music, and a 2024 Social Vanguard Award recognizing his dedication to animal rights. His 2013 book, Autobiography, became the second fastest selling of its kind and held the number one spot in England for six weeks. The Smiths era began with Hand in Glove and yielded enduring anthems like This Charming Man, How Soon Is Now?, and There Is a Light That Never Goes Out. His solo years continued that legacy with Suedehead, Everyday Is Like Sunday, Irish Blood, English Heart, and First of the Gang to Die. His songs have been covered by artists including David Bowie, Nancy Sinatra, The Killers, Chrissie Hynde, The Pretenders, My Chemical Romance, and Christy Moore. In a 2004 BBC Television poll he was ranked second among the Greatest Living Englishmen, between David Attenborough and Paul McCartney.

An all-new Sesame Street Live production brings Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to the stage with lively singing and dancing. Families can enjoy favorite tunes such as Sunny Days, Elmo’s Got the Moves, and Letter of the Day while laughing, learning, and playing together. The experience creates memories that last well beyond the final song.

Music Bingo with Pink Pony Bar Games puts a song-driven spin on the classic game at Gametime Northshore Mall. Attendees listen for familiar tracks and mark their cards, with prizes and gift cards up for grabs each week. The setting combines music and friendly competition, plus opportunities to eat, drink, and play throughout the evening.

The MASSabda Monthly Dance takes place at DNE School of Dance in North Chelmsford. The evening starts with a bachata lesson taught by Emily Smith, followed by open social dancing. Music will be provided by DJ Brenda Fariole. Mixers and a showcase, with details to be announced, are part of the plan. Refreshments will be available, and there is ample free parking on both sides of the building.

Twenty-time Grammy winner Pat Metheny, guitarist and composer, returns with Side-Eye III+, his largest band in more than ten years. He is joined by Joe Dyson on drums, Chris Fishman on keyboards, Jermaine Paul on bass, and Leonard Patton on percussion and vocals. Centered on Side-Eye III+, his first ensemble studio recording in six years, the program pairs expansive new pieces with inventive reinterpretations of favorites and classics from his catalog. The performance delivers a dynamic, forward-looking sound that showcases Metheny’s continued growth while paying tribute to the style that has shaped his celebrated career.

At Blue Ocean Music Hall, Lynch Mob takes the stage with Lone Wolf James opening. Founded in 1989 by guitarist George Lynch after his years with Dokken, the group signed with Elektra Records and quickly delivered the gold-certified debut Wicked Sensation, launching a catalog that has grown to more than a dozen releases over three decades. Their music brings high-energy, guitar-driven hard rock that folds in classic rock, blues and metal, with plenty of room for improvisation. The lineup features Lynch with drummer Jimmy D’Anda, vocalist Gabriel Colón and bassist Jaron Gulino. D’Anda, known from BULLETBOYS, lays down a funky, heavy backbeat. Colón, a Puerto Rican singer who began with Fast Taker and earned a top 10 rock radio single in Puerto Rico, has showcased his range with Gothic Knights, Culprit, White Wizzard and Rowan Robertson. Gulino, from New Jersey, adds East Coast energy and a résumé that includes chart success and extensive touring with Tantric and other acts. The performance highlights career-spanning favorites along with a strong dose of Dokken material. A limited VIP soundcheck option offers early access to the band’s soundcheck plus an autographed 11-by-17 item.

A concert featuring Russian Circles and Pelican comes to Royale. This event is for ages 18 and over. For every ticket sold, 25 cents supports The Shout Syndicate, a Boston-based volunteer fundraising group that helps fund youth-led arts through established creative youth development nonprofits across Greater Boston. The initiative is housed at The Boston Foundation and works in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Arts & Culture creative plan, Boston Creates.

Ghost Riderz returns to Crescent Yacht Club in Haverhill, Massachusetts with a broad mix of danceable songs. This return appearance focuses on keeping the floor moving with a variety of tunes.

The Dane Street Project brings its trio to the MA North Shore for a rare Friday performance at Waves. The group will deliver the full trio energy in a live set at this venue.

Trouble Again delivers a high-energy mix that ranges from classic, hard, and Southern rock to country and pop, weaving a set that crosses genres with ease. The variety offers something for every taste, stacking familiar favorites alongside broader crowd-pleasers. Expect a lively groove that keeps the room moving, from toe taps to full-on dancing, with smiles all around throughout the show.

The Beethoven Society of Melrose opens its 100th Anniversary Season with a free concert devoted to Tin Pan Alley, highlighting popular songs from 1926 and 1927 that helped shape the era. The program offers a nostalgic look back at a century of music while also pointing toward the society’s next hundred years. This event has been rescheduled due to an anticipated nor’easter.

Antarctica takes the New Meadows Stage at the Topsfield Fair for a three-hour performance celebrating pop favorites from the 1960s and 1970s. The set features well-known classics that audiences can recognize and enjoy from start to finish.

Chris and Donna will be on the patio at Sabatinos.

John Britton teams up with Chris Hawk of Radioactive for an evening of live music at Crescent Yacht Club.

Colm O' Brien and Patrick Bowling perform together as a lively pair, delivering songs that encourage singing along and toe tapping with every tune. The performance is at THE PEDDLERS DAUGHTER.

A dynamic folk showcase pairs the close-harmony duo Sweet Petunia with Boston based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Grace Givertz for an intimate, story centered performance. Sweet Petunia, the project of Mairead Guy and Maddy Simpson, began after the two met at Berklee College of Music in the 21st Century String Band ensemble, where classmates joked they might be related thanks to an uncanny blend of voices. Bonding over a shared love of Simon & Garfunkel and Gillian Welch & Dave Rawlings, they started jamming and soon formed the duo that would earn two Boston Music Awards nominations for Best Folk Act and spots at festivals including In Between Days and Nice, a Fest. Their debut LP, Foggy Mountain Mental Breakdown, arrived on Righteous Babe Records with songs gathered during a time of growing pains, tracing breakups, friendships left behind, necessary change, and self discovery. The title tips its hat to the Flatt & Scruggs classic while the sound honors traditional folk roots and channels energy from a local punk and DIY scene. Grace Givertz, a Florida born, Boston based artist, brings indie folk crafted with memorable melodies and candid storytelling. A multi-instrumentalist who threads folk, Americana, and indie rock, she writes from lived experience with chronic illness, often exploring resilience and vulnerability. Her sophomore release, Midnight Feature, was created exclusively with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and disabled collaborators, reflecting a clear commitment to inclusion in music. Following her debut Year of the Horse, she has opened for artists such as Lucy Dacus, Cassadee Pope, Ezra Furman, John Paul White of The Civil Wars, and Neyla Pekarek of The Lumineers. Givertz is active with the Black Opry and took part in WXPN’s Black Opry Residency in Philadelphia. Recognition includes two Boston Music Awards nominations, the City of Boston’s Extraordinary Women Award, and Allston Village Main Street’s Artist of the Year. She also shares her craft through songwriting workshops, including sessions with the Harvard Ed Portal.

The Italian guitar quartet 40 FINGERS showcases intricate four-guitar arrangements of rock and pop classics as well as memorable themes from film and television. Their online performances have reached audiences in the millions, and their take on Bohemian Rhapsody earned an official nod from Queen, which featured the rendition on the band’s site. In concert, they pair their musicianship with a vivid visual production crafted by accomplished European lighting designers, creating a journey that crosses languages and borders. The program includes pieces such as Sultans of Swing, Africa, The Sound of Silence, Bohemian Rhapsody, music from The Last of the Mohicans, and Piazzolla’s Libertango, along with other genre-spanning favorites.

Returning after a summer break, this event is back on the calendar.

Enjoy an evening of live music at Lynn's 102 Tavern, along with food and drinks.

North Shore Junction returns to Topsfield Fair with a lively set at the Trianon Stage near the main entrance. The performance spans rock, blues, R&B, and country, along with original songs. Attendees can dance, sing along, or relax and enjoy the music.

A live show takes the spotlight on the New Meadow Stage.

DJ Bingo brings a music-driven twist on the classic game to Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant in North Billerica, MA. Instead of calling numbers, songs cue what you mark on your bingo card, whether you are playing on paper or on your phone. As tracks play, the energy builds with toe tapping, sing-alongs, and maybe even a little dancing while you match the tunes on your card.

Julia Wolf brings the Deep End World Tour to Paradise Rock Club in Boston for an all-ages concert experience. Tickets are available through a public sale, with additional presale options that include artist, Spotify, Live Nation, and Citizens Bank. A meet and greet package is also offered, beginning with a presale and followed by a general release.

Chelsea Wolfe brings THE DARK World Tour to the Boch Center Shubert Theatre in Boston, joined by Jonathan Hultén as the supporting act. The concert features a headlining performance from Chelsea Wolfe with additional music from Jonathan Hultén.

Presented by Sonic Era Touring, The Carole King & James Taylor Story is a theatrical tribute that explores the remarkable careers of two music greats. After acclaimed, sellout runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and the Adelaide Fringe, along with further sellouts across the UK and the US, the production highlights the songs that made them household names. Phoebe Katis performs the work of Carole King, a six time Grammy winner and a twenty times platinum hitmaker, while Dan Clews brings to life the music of James Taylor, a five time Grammy recipient and American folk legend. The performance features live renditions of Fire and Rain, Sweet Baby James, I Feel the Earth Move, Natural Woman, You’ve Got a Friend, and more, delivered with an authentic touch by two established artists. Sir George Martin said, “Dan Clews is too great a talent to ignore.” Reviewers have shared enthusiastic praise, including The Upside News writing “Sent chills down my spine,” BroadwayBaby noting “Will leave any folk-rock fans wholly satisfied,” BBC Radio calling it “Wow, what an experience,” and Three Weeks concluding “Performance was immaculate.”

Foster The People bring the Good Mourning Sunshine Tour to MGM Music Hall at Fenway in Boston. This all ages show features support acts that may change without notice. To help ensure smooth entry, follow the venue’s security policies. Bags must be no larger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, and all bags are subject to search. Lighters are not permitted, and the city’s no smoking and no vaping rules are strictly enforced with immediate ejection for violations. Any medication must be accompanied by proof of prescription, and the list of prohibited items may be updated at the discretion of venue management. Tickets include a public onsale and multiple presale options, including artist, Goth Babe, Spotify, Live Nation, and Citi cardmember offerings, along with VIP packages and a Fall In Love with Live Music offer.