Live music in Kent County, MI

● Listings verified — Wednesday, October 14 · every listing checked against its source by our Kent County editors

Live music this week

22 shows across Kent County this week. All events →

Wednesday, October 14 2 shows
  • 6:30pm

    Ian Ormiston

    Cedar Springs Brewing Company, 95 N Main St, Cedar Springs
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    Enjoy an evening at Cedar Springs Brewing Co. with live music alongside beer and food. The set spans songs from the 60s through the early 2000s, mixing tunes you may know by heart with others waiting to be discovered.

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  • 9pm

    Karaoke Night

    Mulligan's Pub, 1518 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Sing your favorite songs with Double E at Mulligan's Pub during a karaoke night that welcomes everyone. It is free for all attendees, and drink specials are available. Pick a track, grab the mic, and enjoy an evening of music.

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Thursday, October 15 7 shows
  • 5pm

    Music Trivia Night

    1530 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids
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    Put your music know-how to the test at the second annual Music Trivia Night fundraiser. Take part on your own or as part of a team and compete for prizes while supporting Senior Sing A-Long.

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  • 5pm

    Bravo! Oktoberfest

    Downtown Grand Rapids, 11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    The annual black-tie BRAVO! gala returns for the 2026/2027 season with an Oktoberfest in Vienna celebration. The evening honors musical excellence in the community as the orchestra presents a spirited program of Johann Strauss II waltzes and polkas that brings 19th century Vienna to life. Gourmet food and drinks will be available, along with opportunities to enjoy the company of fellow symphony enthusiasts.

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  • 6pm

    The Great Gatsby Fall Gala

    KC Event Center, Wyoming · verified Oct 9
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    Experience a Gatsby-themed evening of jazz, classic glamour, and meaningful impact at the KC Event Center in Wyoming, Michigan. In support of The Green Apple Pantry, registrations and tickets directly fuel the effort to make sure no one in the community goes hungry. Expect a flavorful lineup of foods from around the world, the Pick-an-Apple fundraiser where every participant is a winner, and both silent and live auctions filled with appealing packages. Each ticket advances the mission of building a stronger, healthier, and well-fed community.

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  • 6pm

    Music Night @ Michigan Moonshine Distillery

    4005 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville · verified Oct 11
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    Enjoy live music from a local artist at Michigan Moonshine Distillery. This music night highlights local talent in Grandville, MI.

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  • 6:30pm

    A Celtic Halloween with Selkie

    Kent District Library - Cascade Township, 2894 Jacksmith SE, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Selkie performs at the Kent District Library - Cascade Township Branch in Grand Rapids, MI, offering seasonal songs and instrumentals centered on fairies, ghosts, and madness. This favorite Michigan Celtic band presents music that fits the Halloween season.

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  • 7pm

    Twistin' Boots

    Twisted Bull, 3230 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Explore line dancing at Twistin' Boots at Twisted Bull with three lessons and time for open dancing. Admission is $5, and the event is for ages 18 and up.

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  • 9:30pm

    College Night Thursdays

    Billy's Lounge, 1437 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    College night features music from Deeechild and a lineup of drink specials. Enjoy $2 Fireball, $5 wells, $7 High Life pitchers, and $7 vodka Red Bulls. Admission is $5, with a perk available for those with a college ID.

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Friday, October 16 4 shows
  • 5pm

    Tommy Pancy @ Horrocks Market

    Horrocks Market, 4455 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood · verified Oct 11
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    West Michigan saxophonist Tommy Pancy brings a sound rooted in bebop and the blues to Horrocks Market. His background includes study and performances across the United States, reaching as far as Tokyo, and collaborations with jazz greats like Rodney Whitaker, Ron Carter, Kenny Baron, and Emmet Cohen. The performance features beloved standards alongside contemporary pieces that keep the swing lively and the grooves moving. Lovie’s Food Truck will be in the Backyard Beer Garden serving gourmet burgers and hot dogs.

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  • 7pm

    Christone "Kingfish" Ingram

    The Intersection, 133 Cesar E Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Presented by Live Nation and SectionLive, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram brings the Hard Road Tour to Elevation in Grand Rapids, MI. This is an all ages event. A venue presale is available with the password SECTIONLIVE, followed by a general on sale.

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  • 7pm

    Twister @ American Legion Comstock Park

    American Legion Post 47, 3811 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park · verified Oct 11
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    Twister takes the stage at the American Legion in Comstock Park for a live performance.

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  • 8:30pm

    The Greenbridge Band Live! at the Caledonia Family Tavern

    Caledonia Family Tavern, 114 N West Ave SE, Caledonia · verified Oct 11
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    The Greenbridge Band performs a live rock set in a festive, party atmosphere. It features dynamic music and an upbeat scene.

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Saturday, October 17 4 shows
  • 4pm

    Monster Mash

    The BIG Room at Silva, 975 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids
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    A monster-themed night sets the scene with an eerie vibe, lively music, and a sprinkle of playful chaos. Costumes are encouraged, whether you plan to wow the creatures or transform into one. Expect a spirited celebration of all things spooky.

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  • 7pm

    DiscOh

    Wealthy Theatre, 1118 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Frederic & Ronza bring DiscOH to Wealthy Theatre in Grand Rapids, celebrating the community that supported their journey with a live disco experience centered on music, movement, and connection. The program features sing-along disco favorites, dynamic vocals with a community choir, and a live band driving the groove. Highlights include line dancing to crowd-pleasing tracks, appearances by local guests Debra Perry, Isabel Abbott, and Hailie MacKay, and the crowning of the DiscOH King and Queen. Early bird tickets are available, with 25 percent off using code FAN25. General admission is $25. VIP admission is $50 and includes special seating, special snacks, and back stage access.

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  • 8pm

    Zach Top

    Van Andel Arena , 130 W Fulton St, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Zach Top brings his country roots to Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids with a high-energy performance backed by a full band. The set leans into traditional sounds, vivid storytelling, and choruses that catch on quickly. It is tailored for country fans who gravitate toward classic textures and memorable hooks, with songs like "Sounds Like the Radio," "I Never Lie," "Cold Beer & Country Music," and "There's the Sun" shaping the mood.

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  • 8pm

    The HELP!

    Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill, 760 Butterworth St SW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    The HELP!, a West Michigan tribute to The Beatles, presents a live show that reaches beyond the core catalog to the broader Beatleverse with select solo songs. The music ranges from the peak of Beatlemania to the individual journeys of John, Paul, George, and Ringo after the band. It is a celebration of the full musical world surrounding the Fab Four.

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Sunday, October 18 1 show
  • 6:30pm

    The Notebook - The Musical

    DeVos Performance Hall, 245 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    An onstage retelling of Nicholas Sparks' The Notebook follows Noah and Allie through a lifelong romance, told with emotive songs, expressive choreography, and live performances. This musical adaptation brings the novel’s themes of first love, memory, and second chances to life in a theatrical setting.

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Tuesday, October 20 4 shows
  • 7pm

    AFI

    The Intersection, 133 Cesar E Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    AFI brings the Holy Visions Tour to The Intersection in Grand Rapids, presented by Live Nation and SectionLive, with Choir Boys also on the bill. This is an all ages event.

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  • 7pm

    Tuesday Swing

    Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 11
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    Swing dancing returns to Rosa Parks Circle with a lively mix of swing, line dancing, games, and more. The event includes an introductory lesson followed later by a surprise lesson, plus chalk art to keep the creative energy going. A live band performs on the first Tuesday of each month. All ages are welcome, and no partner is required. For questions, call 6166174842.

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  • 7:30pm

    Dan Tyminski Band

    St. Cecilia Music Center, 24 Ransom Ave NE, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 9
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    Dan Tyminski Band takes the stage with a sound rooted in a lifetime of live music. As a youngster, Tyminski crisscrossed New England with his parents to fiddle contests, square dances, and bluegrass festivals, experiences that shaped his path into a leading voice in modern bluegrass and continue to fuel his love of performing. Special guest Mark Lavengood is also featured. The sequence is straightforward... doors open, the auditorium opens, the concert begins, and a post-concert reception brings the night to a close.

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  • 10pm

    Karaoke

    Z's Bar & Restaurant, 168 Louis Campau Prom NW, Grand Rapids · verified Oct 11
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    A weekly lineup features karaoke on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, plus Boombox Bingo on Mondays.

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