Live music in Columbia, MD

River Hill Village Center hosts a Summer Sounds Series night featuring a We Love the 80’s theme, with live music and activities suitable for families. Unwind and enjoy the season as Columbia Village Centers present a themed evening built around music and simple summer fun.

Benefiting the Music City Maryland Association, this community gathering is presented with support from The Shops on Mellor. Attendees are encouraged to pick up carry-out from a favorite Catonsville restaurant and enjoy the festivities together. Parking details are available to help plan the visit.

Experience live music and outdoor entertainment at Granville Gude Park with a free concert open to everyone. Bring a lawn chair and relax as The Too Much Talent Band fills the park with a vibrant mix of hip hop, R&B, pop, soul, funk, and jazz. Formed in 2017, TMTB was created to deliver a dynamic live show with a fresh approach to these genres, making for an engaging night in the open air.

Enjoy karaoke with Hernan at Sonoma's, along with drinks and good food. Arriving early makes it easier to grab your favorite spot up front or in the back, then relax for an evening of songs and fun.

The Ravens Roost 28 annual crab feast at Dewey Lowman American Legion Post 109 features all-you-can-eat Maryland steamed crabs, plus steamed shrimp, fried chicken, pulled pork barbecue, and more. Enjoy the open bar and live music from ORACLE, and take part in raffles and prizes. Admission is $80 per person. Attendees must be 21 or older.

Catch Shiny Metal Boxes: A Tribute to The Police, a live tribute celebrating the music and legacy of The Police and Sting. Doors open one hour before the show, so arrive early, settle in, and enjoy the performance on stage at The Collective - Encore.

Come hear Chance Peña live at 9:30 Club in Washington, DC, with Hans Williams also on the bill. The show is scheduled to start at 8:00 PM. Tickets are listed as sold out on the page.

Catch a live indie-folk rock lineup featuring Houndmouth and Rayland Baxter at The Anthem in Washington, DC. The show starts at 8:00 PM local time.

Rev6 makes its debut at Looney's Pub South in Maple Lawn, bringing a punchy pop rock vibe to HOCO. This long awaited first show arrives with gratitude and high energy, marking a new chapter for the band.

A high energy party band sets the tone for one of this season’s special concerts. Bring a blanket or your own lawn chairs to relax on the lawn, with a limited number of benches and picnic tables available on a first come, first served basis. Picnics, snacks, and nonalcoholic drinks are allowed, and light snacks and beverages can be purchased at Gustav’s Cafe, with all proceeds supporting Lurman Woodland Theater. Restrooms are available. Please note that pets, alcohol, drugs, cannabis, and grills are not permitted, and smoking is allowed only in the designated area.

Catch Titus Andronicus live at The Atlantis in Washington, DC. The show is scheduled for Saturday evening, with doors and ticketing handled via Ticketmaster.

Fairweather and Dosser are set to perform at DC9. The show starts at 7:30 PM.

Angels on Fire brings a rock show to Dive Bar & Grille, offering live music alongside food to enjoy.

Chance Peña and Hans Williams are performing at 9:30 Club in Washington, DC. The show is scheduled for 8:00 PM, and the page lists the event as sold out.

DeadEye Stare takes the stage at Savage Mill's Dive Bar & Grille. Order a bite to eat, then head downstairs for rock in the historic mill setting. Howard County provides the backdrop for a night of live music.

Kings Contrivance Village Center hosts an installment of the Summer Sounds Series presented across Columbia Village Centers. This edition features the Crafts & Cords theme with live music and family friendly activities, offering a festive way to enjoy the season.

AxB Karaoke Night has been expanded into two ways to take part. A free ARMY mixer offers a relaxed chance to meet fellow BTS fans, trade small freebies, and snap photos, with food and drinks available for purchase. For those who want to sing, a $20 private-room karaoke session is capped at 50 people and features BTS tracks, K-pop, and other favorite tunes. Karaoke participants can move between the singing room and the main social area throughout the evening. The gathering takes place at The Hub Sakaki Izakaya Bar & Karaoke. Space for karaoke is limited. If you previously RSVP’d to the original announcement, you will receive updated details and your response will be transferred to the new listing.

Natty Beaux serves up a lively, toe-tapping set from a combo of musicians drawn from some of the Mid-Atlantic region’s top groups. It is the sort of performance people might pair with a Natty Boh afterward, since alcohol is not permitted at Lurman Woodland Theater.

Budding musicians ages 7 to 12 can get a taste of playing in a band at this beginner-friendly Rock 101 camp. No prior experience is required. Campers explore instruments through musical games and activities, rehearse and practice songs throughout the week, and build confidence in a supportive setting. The week wraps up with a concert where participants perform the songs they have been working on for family and friends. Each day features rehearsals, practice time, and fun music-based games led by the camp instructors. Students should bring lunch, snacks, water, and hearing protection. To help keep everyone safe, please avoid packing any nut products, and do not bring toy or real weapons. School of Rock emphasizes a welcoming environment for all campers.

Chordy is a live music event at Cured / 18th & 21st. It runs from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

7DrumCity presents The Pocket Open Mic, a weekly all-ages night where you can get on stage with a fully backlined setup, including a drum kit, professional lighting, and a sound engineer. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with open mic performances starting at 7:30 PM. If you want to perform, advanced sign-ups open every Monday at 9:00 PM, and limited spots may fill quickly. Walk-in spots are also available at 7:00 PM on Tuesdays.

Designed for advancing violinists, violists, cellists, and upright bassists at Level 4 and up, this one day chamber music intensive focuses on the essentials of ensemble playing without a conductor. Participants spend the day rehearsing in small groups with one or two players per part, building communication and collaboration while shaping a piece from start to finish. By the end, each ensemble will have a complete work prepared and leave with greater confidence and new skills for making music together. Held at Bethany Church. The cost is $100.

Come catch Bob Butta at Cured / 18th & 21st. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with music running through 10:00 PM.

A welcoming song circle focused on acoustic instruments invites musicians to share original songs or favorite covers, with hand drums welcome. Participants go one by one around the circle. On each turn, someone can perform solo, ask for accompaniment, open the song to the whole group, or invite specific collaborators, choosing how to present their music. This recurring gathering takes place on the 2nd through 5th Wednesdays of the month. Admission is $5 for the entire month, or pay as you go at an amount that fits your budget. Registration is required. In the event of inclement weather, the Baltimore County Arts Guild follows the Baltimore County Public School System schedule for closures and late openings. The event takes place at the Clubhouse, an intimate 100-seat performance space in the Catonsville Arts District that is owned and operated by the Baltimore County Arts Guild. Additional classrooms on site support classes and workshops. Support comes in part from the Citzens of Baltimore County, the Catonsville Arts District, the Baltimore County Arts Guild, and the Maryland State Arts Council.

Catch Joe DeCara live at Cured / 18th & 21st. Doors open for an evening show, running from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Kirk & Devin perform a live acoustic set.

Experience Thomas Rhett's The Soundtrack to Life Tour live at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland.

Catch Eagles Of Death Metal for the “Death By Sexy” 20th Anniversary Tour at 9:30 CLUB in Washington, DC. Mountain Head is also on the lineup. The show starts at 7:00 PM.

Thomas Rhett, Kashus Culpepper, and Emily Ann Roberts are performing live at Merriweather Post Pavilion. Doors open early enough to get settled, with the show starting at 7:30 PM.