Live music in Princeton, NJ

This event features music bingo hosted by Brother Mike, and every winner receives a prize. Participants must be 21 or older to play and claim prizes.

A weekly interactive jam session centered on jazz and connected with Jazz WaHi.

Union Transfer in Philadelphia hosts SUGAR as part of the Love You Even Still world tour, with J. Robbins of Jawbox also performing. Supported by WXPN 88.5, this all-ages concert includes a charitable component. In collaboration with PLUS1, proceeds will be directed to The Trevor Project. A strict ticket limit applies, and orders that exceed the limit may be canceled without notice.

Brian Fallon brings The Not Bad For New Jersey Tour to Philadelphia with his new band, The Painkillers. This stop features live performances of new songs. A pre-sale is available.

Keznamdi brings the BLXXD & FYAH US Edition Tour to MilkBoy in Philadelphia for a night of reggae and soul performed with a full band. The set features new material from his album BLXXD & FYAH alongside well-loved songs, delivered with an energetic performance, socially conscious lyrics, and an immersive feel throughout the show. VIP packages may be available in select tour markets, and capacity is limited.

Open to attendees of all ages, this event offers multiple ways to secure tickets. Access is available via an artist presale, a presale through Live Nation, a Citi cardmember preferred option, and a general public sale.

Celebrate salsa and bachata at Brasil’s Nightclub in Old City Philadelphia. The night features a lesson with Michael Andino and social dancing with DJ KO providing the music. The cover charge is $10.

Cafe Paris in Metuchen hosts a meet and greet and book signing with Judy Torres celebrating her memoir, No Reason to Cry. A Bronx native and a defining voice of freestyle, she broke through in the late 1980s with club favorites like No Reason to Cry, Come Into My Arms, and Love You, Will You Love Me. Her career has spanned decades of touring and radio, and she has also built a presence as an actress and New York radio personality. In the book, she reflects on her journey from childhood to a record deal during the freestyle boom, opening up about personal struggles and the comebacks that followed. The story confronts hardship while focusing on resilience, redemption, and the power to shape your own path. For reservations, call 732-603-9200. Seating is limited.

At House of the Redeemer, an intimate program pairs the music of John Dowland and Benjamin Britten, composers separated by three centuries yet united by a remarkable feel for setting poetry to song. Two singers with lute and harp bring clarity and focus to storytelling through music, highlighting the expressive power of the voice and honoring both composers’ contributions to the musical landscape.

A candlelit concert in New York brings together the elegance of Bach and the timeless melodies of The Beatles at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity. Performed by the Highline String Quartet, the evening features Bach selections such as the Allegro from Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, the Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1, Ave Maria as arranged by Gounod after Bach, and the Vivace from the Concerto for Two Violins, alongside Beatles favorites including I Want to Hold Your Hand, Yesterday, Blackbird, Strawberry Fields Forever, All You Need Is Love, Eleanor Rigby, Michelle, Love Me Do, Something, In My Life, Hey Jude, Here Comes the Sun, and Come Together. The program runs 90 minutes, and doors open 45 minutes before the music begins, with no late entry permitted. Seats are assigned within each zone in the order of arrival. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Because of ongoing renovations, the venue is not currently ADA compliant.

The Doylestown Bookshop and Stage United present Music for Bookshops, a series of in-store instrumental performances that touch on jazz, ambient, classical, and lo-fi. Browse the shelves with live music in the air, and enjoy cocktails or mocktails from the Hops/Scotch mobile bar. This installment features Sailcloth, an instrumental project that explores intimate melodies on expansive acoustic instruments. Upright bassist Alex Luquet and harpist Chelsea Smarr shape atmospheric textures from their compositions, then improvise to respond to the character of spaces such as barns, forests, and bookshops where they perform. Their sound has been described as bass-led and immersive, blending elements of drone, folktronic collage, jazz, Americana, and a post-classical shimmer. Each ticket includes seating and 10% off all purchases made in the bookshop during the event. Cocktails and mocktails will be available from Hops/Scotch.

A welcoming bluegrass jam gathers at Flemington DIY on Stangl Rd every third Thursday. Musicians of all experience levels are invited to make music together, and listeners are welcome to drop in and enjoy. During the warmer months, the Stangl Sip and Stroll happens the same evening, adding extra buzz along the street. Grab dinner or a drink at Lone Eagle or Skunktown Distillery beforehand, then finish beverages before entering, as the venue maintains a family-friendly, substance-free environment. A voluntary donation supports Flemington DIY, with $5 suggested.

Bryan Bielanski, a singer songwriter drawing on rock and folk, performs at Silvana Harlem Boutique. His songs pair an instantly familiar feel with a fresh twist, shaped by near constant touring. He has played more than 2,500 shows, including 311 in 2025, reaching audiences across numerous U.S. states, Canadian provinces, and countries worldwide. His work includes the album titled Bryan's Super Happy Fun Time.

Benjamin Tod and the Inline Six bring their 2026 Tour to Union Transfer in Philadelphia. Known as the frontman of Lost Dog Street Band, Tod steps into a refreshed sound with his solo album Shooting Star, a return to honkytonk roots and classic country textures shaped by his Nashville upbringing. The music reflects hard-won clarity and gratitude, trading stark, brooding tones for storytelling that reaches for authenticity and renewal. Influences span outlaw and red dirt country, folk, and indie, all tied to a spirit of growth and resilience. This is an all ages show. A strict ticket limit applies, and orders that exceed the limit may be canceled without notice. For ADA assistance, email assistance@utphilly.com. For general inquiries, email info@utphilly.com.

At NOTO Philadelphia, PTO spotlights Anfisa Letyago for a night of electronic music built around extended sets. Miss Powers opens with two hours of deep, wide ranging selections shaped by keen crowd awareness, reflecting years of work championing the local scene through Fold Theory events since 2017 and Philadeep events since 2019. She also hosts PTO: Thursdays and co-founded both Fold Theory and Philadeep. Anfisa Letyago closes with a two hour performance that fuses DJ skill, producer sensibility, and storytelling, drawing inspiration from the sea, human connection, and the pull of the dancefloor to create something intimate yet expansive. A surprise closer or extended headliner set is to be announced. Free Scene Supporter tickets are available on RA while supplies last.

Set within the glow of candlelight, this concert pays tribute to Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York. The Highline String Quartet presents movements from Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, paired with Astor Piazzolla’s Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas, Max Richter’s recomposed selections including Spring 1 and Autumn 3, and Camille Saint-Saëns’s The Swan. The performance runs 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the start, and there is no late entry once the music begins. Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone. Guests must be at least 8 years old, and anyone under 16 must attend with an adult. Owing to renovations, the venue is not currently ADA compliant. Multiple showtimes are available. This is a tribute experience and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the original artists, their estates, or official representatives.

Metal Night Philly Karaoke launches as a new gathering at Kung Fu Necktie in Philly’s Fishtown neighborhood. Sing along to metal favorites with karaoke at the center, and enjoy heavy tracks running all night with no cover charge.

Presented by GSPC, the 45th Jersey City Durga Utsov is billed as the largest Durga Utsov in the Tri-State, bringing sacred pujo and a thakur dalan together with food, adda and a live concert at William L. Dickinson High School. This community gathering honors devotion and culture while offering time to connect over conversation, cuisine and music.

Separated by three centuries, John Dowland and Benjamin Britten both excelled at shaping poetry into song, and this program salutes their enduring influence. In an intimate setting for two singers with lute and harp, the music centers the clarity of the human voice, telling stories with directness and sparking the listener’s imagination. Presented at Church of the Ascension.

Jimmy and the Parrots bring their tropical party sound to Cooper's Riverview on the Mercer County waterfront, setting the scene for lively island music and plenty of dancing. For nearly two decades the band has toured across the United States and the Caribbean, and has been a longtime featured act at the annual Meeting of the Minds Parrot Head convention in Key West, Florida. Their Key West stops have included Smokin' Tuna Saloon, Rick's Cafe, Sloppy Joe's, Rum Barrel, Schooner Wharf and Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville. Fans have even traveled with them on the Yea Mon Tour to Jamaica and on the Yea Mon Cruise on Carnival Pride, highlighted by a set at Senor Frog's in Nassau, Bahamas. Ticket options include general admission for $10 online with purchase at the door if available, preferred reserved seating (Gold) for $15, and VIP reserved seating (Platinum) for $20. Happy hour and the full dinner menu will be available. For ticket or seating assistance, reach 609-393-7300.

The Polish Nannies bring live music to the Back Yard at Bill's Olde Tavern.

Young American Hard Cider & Tasting Room in Philadelphia hosts live music from Janet, Mark, Alison and Stu. The performance features a mix of rhythm and blues, old time tunes, and original songs, blending new material with familiar favorites. Enjoy drinks and food from Young American while they play.

A community song space dedicated to tending grief through voice. Participants explore how sound and breath can help move sorrow held in the body, using simple, accessible songs that emphasize presence over polish. The focus is on shared resonance, compassionate witnessing, and transforming private pain into collective care. No prior singing experience is needed, only a willingness to be present with honesty. Hosted at Chestnut Hill United Church, this gathering welcomes every kind of loss, from the individual to the shared. Suggested contribution is a sliding scale of $10 to $30.

Fred Armisen brings Comedy For Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome to the Beacon Theatre in New York. The show is open to all, with a special nod to music fans. Ticket pricing is all-in and includes fees before any applicable taxes. By purchasing, attendees agree to follow the health and safety measures in place at the time, and these may change based on government or venue guidelines. The performance may feature immersive elements such as flashing or strobe lighting, intense lighting and visual effects, loud sounds, and atmospheric effects like smoke or fog, which could affect guests sensitive to these conditions. Ticket access includes a public on sale and presales for Citi cardmembers, the artist, Live Nation, the venue, City National Bank cardholders, and Verizon Access Featured Venues. For the most current information, check the event details provided by Beacon Theatre.

At The Feast of St Gerard, this freestyle celebration highlights the genre’s legends and the classic tracks that shaped its prime. The set draws on signature hits associated with Exposé, Stevie B, TKA, The Covergirls, George Lamond, Johnny O, Cynthia, Coro, Lisa Lisa and Noel, creating a dance-focused atmosphere that honors a beloved era.

Wind Walkers brings The "I Don't Belong Here" Tour to TLA in Philadelphia for an all-ages show. Expect a night led by the headliner, with opening acts that may change. Tickets are offered through several presale options, including artist, BIT, Citi cardmember, and Live Nation, with a general public onsale to follow.

At New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Patti Smith returns to her home state for an evening of songs and stories as part of the Dodge Poetry Festival. Recognized as a pioneering poet of punk, her impact for more than five decades spans literature, music, visual art, politics, and global culture. She has written many books, including the National Book Award winning Just Kids. Her landmark 1975 album Horses has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and added to the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress. Her honors include France's Legion of Honour, Sweden's Polar Prize, and the PEN Literary Service Award.

Burnt Leftovers are back at Tim's Kerwin's Tavern, serving up the big rock you forgot. The band features John Mazzarella on bass and vocals, Mike Spoer on guitar and vocals, Glenn Allsopp-m on drums and percussion, and Joe Pinto on keyboards.

Experience a Candlelight tribute to Fleetwood Mac at the Independence Seaport Museum, where an intimate, multi-sensory concert unfolds by candlelight in Philadelphia. The Listeso String Quartet reimagines the band’s iconic songs, with a tentative program that may feature Everywhere, Gypsy, You Make Loving Fun, Never Going Back Again, Don’t Stop, Gold Dust Woman, Go Your Own Way, Landslide, Songbird, Rhiannon, and The Chain. The performance lasts about 60 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the start, and there is no late entry once the music begins. Seating is assigned within each zone on a first come, first served basis. Attendees must be 8 or older, and those under 16 need to be accompanied by an adult. The venue is ADA compliant.

Fringebar in Philadelphia transforms into a haunted underground for a night centered on perreo, with reggaetón, dembow and Latin hits fueling a dark, late-night vibe. Wear your spookiest look, gather your friends, and move low on the dance floor while the spirits watch.

Keep the energy going after the Pinhead Gunpowder Philly show with a relaxed fan meetup. Take a moment to hydrate, chat with new people, and connect with fellow fans.

ETNIA arrives in Philadelphia with an outdoor gathering at the Rock Garden focused on psychedelic sounds, culture, food, and community. Goajira Records marks the close of its outdoor season with East Coast selectors, fresh decorations, and the signature energy of its park events. The lineup features Dunkelhaus, Glitch Effect, Dex, Bubo, Xhanok performing live, and Muiska. Expect an immersive journey powered by rich sound, deep selections, and the Forestek vibe that is deep, organic, and hypnotic. The day also includes the final Goajira community grill of the season, creating space to share food, meet new faces, and connect while dancing in the open air. Over time these gatherings have grown into spaces where music, friendship, food, and psychedelic culture naturally converge.

Charles Gounod's opera tells of a brilliant scholar who bargains his soul with the devil for youth and one more taste of love. Amore Opera presents the work at St. Paul & St. Andrew, performed live by an ensemble of singers and musicians. This staging includes Marguerite's rarely performed Spinning Wheel aria, restored in full. The cast features Ryan Allais as Faust, Gennadiy Vysotskiy as Mephistopheles, Lisl Wangermann as Marguerite, Andrew Wannigman as Valentin, Rachel Arky as Siebel, Tomoko Nago as Marthe, and Charles Gray as Wagner.

The band Stranger Things Rock is back at The FOP 7C Lounge with a live show, bringing their rock sound to the stage once again.

At New Jersey Performing Arts Center, Danny Simmons presents a Def Poetry Reunion for the Dodge Poetry Festival, honoring the legacy of the HBO series Russell Simmons Presents Def Poetry Jam. The event brings together celebrated alumni with live music and a spirit of activism to pay tribute to influential poets. It offers a welcoming celebration of language, with flowing wordplay, vivid imagery, and the vibrant energy associated with Def Poetry.

An 85th anniversary is being celebrated with an evening of live music featuring the nationally acclaimed tribute band Chicago 9. The night offers great songs, plenty of laughs, and a festive spirit while this milestone is honored. Food and drinks will be served.

An event is scheduled at Water Wheel.

Jumper brings a four hour set of live pop, rock, country, and party favorites to Shady Brook Farm’s FallFest. Enjoy pumpkins, seasonal farm activities, and a festive autumn atmosphere while the band plays. Food and drinks are available to round out an evening of music and fall fun.

Plini brings the An Unnameable Desire North American Tour to Union Transfer in Philadelphia with support from Night Verses and Portraits. This is an all ages show. A ticket purchase limit applies, and orders that exceed the limit may be canceled without notice. For accessibility assistance and enquiries, email UTassistance@bowerypresents.com. For general questions, email UTinfo@bowerypresents.com.

An evening of adventurous sound pairs Tuvan throat singing with experimental saxophone soundscapes. Alash, a trio renowned for xöömei, the art of producing multiple tones at once, brings traditional songs shaped by a light touch of contemporary ideas. Trained since childhood by Tuvan musician Kongar-ool Ondar and educated at Kyzyl Arts College as Tuva opened to Western influences, the group earned recognition in international xöömei competitions both together and individually. Their music weaves intricate harmonies, Western instruments, and contemporary forms while remaining true to Tuvan roots. The program also features Kyle Press presenting the Susurrus / Murmuration release show on Strange Mono. Press builds improvised worlds with saxophones, flutes, throat singing, whistles, bells, and more, drawing on looping, delays, ring modulation, distortion, and amplification. Side A layers four saxophone parts in expansive loops. Side B centers on tenor sax, which is not his usual horn, and ventures into synthesis approaches that inform future work. The textures can turn funky, and the evolving pedal setup feels almost alive. Accessibility information: there is a ramp into the lobby, then seven stairs lead into the theater. Supported by a sponsorship grant from the Penn Treaty Special Services District.

Enjoy a live show with Lauren Sanderson at Ukie Club. Tickets are available for this event. Please note that the venue is not wheelchair accessible.

At Presbyterian Church of Chestnut Hill in Philadelphia, this program opens a door to sixteenth century Antwerp and the shop once known as At the Sign of the Crumhorn, a gathering place for musicians, dancers, and the curious where publisher Tielman Susato sent new music into the world that gained wide popularity and cultural influence. The distinctive voices of shawms, sackbuts, dulcians, and crumhorns take center stage as that sound world returns. This engagement is part of a series that also appears at The Church of the Holy Trinity, Rittenhouse Square and Christ Church Christiana Hundred in Wilmington, with streaming available online.

At United Palace, the 1984 Ghostbusters film is screened on a large HD cinema display while an orchestra performs the score live on stage, precisely synchronized with every scene. This movie concert format offers a fresh way to experience the story as Academy Award winning composer Elmer Bernstein’s music unfolds in real time with the action.

Audawind takes the stage at The Lounge for its first WSL appearance. Tickets are available now.

Saturday karaoke takes the spotlight at 117 @ Olde City, a new venue in Olde City. Pick a track and sing favorite songs.

Buckshot makes its debut at Riverside Inn with a set that blends modern country, 90s country, and a touch of rock and roll.

A Green Legion tailgate takes over 1100 Social with a lively lineup that starts with Jeff and Ricky, followed by Green Legion Radio and DJ Tree.

At Metuchen Public Library in Metuchen, NJ, jazz organist and pianist Radam Schwartz highlights music from his album "2 Sides of the Organ Combo" with a performance by his group The Smooth Side, featuring vibraphonist Bryan Carrott, tenor saxophonist Rodrigo Romero, and drummer Andrew Atkinson. Over more than four decades, Schwartz has worked with artists including Arthur and Red Prysock, Eddie Lockjaw Davis, Al Hibler, David Fathead Newman, Jimmy Ford, Tommy Gryce, Cecil Brooks III, Russell Malone, the Spirit of Life Ensemble, TK Blue, Conrad Herwig, and the Iron City Organ Ensemble. He appears on over 40 recordings, seven as a leader and two as a co-leader, with sessions alongside Don Braden, Jay Hogard, Russell Gunn, Ed Cherry, Andy McCloud, Bill Saxton, Bruce Williams, Frank Lacy, Paul Beaudry, Alvester Garnett, Jeff Hackworth, Rodney Jones, Miles Griffith, Clifford Adams, and Sonny Fortune. His 1996 Muse release "Organized" is listed in the Hammond Organ Bible among 200 essential organ recordings, and "2 Sides of the Organ Combo" on Arabesque Records reached the JazzWeek and NACC Jazz charts. His honors include SESAC awards for jazz composition in 2009 and 2010 and mentions in the DownBeat Critics Poll in 1997, 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016, and 2017. Known for collaborations with vocalists such as Della Griffin, Irene Reid, Madame, Pat Tandy, Cynthia Holiday, Yvette Glover, Annette St. John, and Carrie Jackson, Schwartz is also an experienced educator. He served as Music Director of the Jazz Institute of New Jersey for 20 years, was an Artist-in-Residence with the Middlesex County Arts program for 25 years, and teaches at Jazz House Kids in Montclair, where his advanced ensemble earned first place in the 2012 Charles Mingus Competition and at the Jazz Academy at Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank. He directs the Rutgers Newark Mosaic Jazz Ensemble and earned a master’s degree in 2012 from the Rutgers Newark Jazz Research and History Department under Dr. Lewis Porter, and he is developing books based on his thesis.

My Hero Academia in Concert transforms the world of the anime into a live music experience at New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. A 15-piece band performs Yuki Hayashi’s signature score while vivid scenes from across the series appear in sync, tracing the story from Deku’s early steps to high-stakes battles. Spanning eight seasons, the performance highlights courage, heartbreak, and hard-won victories, creating an immersive journey through the moments that define the saga.

At the historic Old Franklin Schoolhouse, award-winning singer-songwriter Jesse Terry presents a set that blends folk, Americana, and pop, known for vivid storytelling and a warm, conversational stage presence. His songs span intimate ballads and uplifting moments, and his career has connected with audiences from Nashville to the UK. Special guest Allie Kenny, a New Jersey born artist raised just outside New York City, shares piano-rooted originals shaped by a deep affection for 60s and 70s sounds, including David Bowie, the Beatles, Laurel Canyon influences, Big Star, and harmony-rich power pop. The venue’s inviting acoustics and close setting add to the experience. Seating is limited. Tickets are $36.50 through Ticketleap. Attendees may bring their own beverages and a sharable appetizer or dessert.

Aida Cuevas appears at Lehman Center for the Performing Arts in the Bronx.

At State Theatre in New Brunswick, The Temptations share the stage with The Four Tops for an evening of Motown classics, smooth vocal harmonies, and enduring soul. The Temptations are expected to feature favorites such as "My Girl," "Ain't Too Proud to Beg," "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone," "Just My Imagination," and "Get Ready," along with additional selections from their celebrated catalog.

Beck performs live at The Met Presented by Highmark in Philadelphia, PA.

feeble little horse brings the bitknot tour with Snuggle. The show spotlights the band’s third full-length, bitknot, a record written, arranged, produced, and recorded by Sebastian Kinsler, Lydia Slocum, and Jake Kelley across their homes in Pittsburgh. Built on the tension between human impulse and a culture of convenience, the album fuses gritty and digital textures, balancing buoyant arrangements and Slocum’s wandering reflections with catchy melodies, waves of noise, a surge of synths and samples around a guitar-forward core, and some of Kelley’s most precise drums to date. The artwork nods to classic core memory matrices, suggesting a wired grid where each bit holds a hidden detail, and the songs search for new ways of connection and interdependence beyond material self-sufficiency in a world that blends offline life and the web. This event welcomes all ages. There is a strict ticket limit, and orders that exceed it may be canceled without notice. For ADA assistance email UTassistance@bowerypresents.com. For general help email UTinfo@bowerypresents.com.

Alana Springsteen brings the I HOPE THIS HELPS TOUR to The Fillmore Philadelphia in Philadelphia. The show welcomes all ages, and supporting acts may change without notice. Ticket access includes a public onsale along with artist, Live Nation, Citi Cardmember, and VIP package presales, as well as Citi Cardmember preferred tickets.

Out of the Box Open Mic is celebrated as the longest standing queer open mic in the country. Launched in New Jersey by Stephen Jones and spoken word artist and playwright Pandora Scooter, it is now hosted by Scooter’s child, The ZanyThing. In 2025, William Way became the new host. The series centers on creating a safe space for LGBTQIA+ performers. Any performing artform is welcome, including poetry, music, drag, and storytelling. Whether stepping up for the first time, testing a new idea, or settling in as an audience member, there is room for everyone. The mic takes place at the Church of St. Luke and The Epiphany. Sign up operates on a first come, first served basis, with five to seven minute slots available. There is no tolerance for performances that use racist, transphobic, homophobic, sexist, ableist, xenophobic, fatphobic, or any other form of bigoted rhetoric. Guests who do not comply with this rule will be asked to leave.