Live music in Elyria, OH

Century Tavern hosts a Queen of Hearts drawing with a chance at a growing jackpot, followed by a live DJ set. Hosted by DJ Don Kooch and presented by JDJ Mobile Entertainment, this event blends game-night excitement with plenty of music, and tickets are available.

The weekly open mic at Buns And Brews is back, with GS Harper hosting the evening.

John Oates marks 25 years as a solo recording artist with a new self-titled release, OATES. Taking the stage with The Good Road Band, he brings a set that blends new originals, familiar hits, and the influential tracks he calls “the songs that made me,” drawing from early rock, soul, folk, and R&B. A co-founder of Hall & Oates, he has sold over 80 million albums and is a member of both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the American Songwriters Hall of Fame. His honors include the BMI Icon Award, American Music and MTV awards, and multiple Grammy nominations. Career milestones range from participating in “We Are The World” to headlining the first Live Aid concert in Philadelphia. His solo catalog includes Phunk Shui, 1000 Miles of Life, Mississippi Mile, The Bluesville Sessions, Good Road to Follow, Arkansas, Live from Nashville, and Reunion. He is also active with organizations such as Feeding America, Movember, and Teen Cancer America.

The Dawg House Bar & Grill hosts a high-energy karaoke session led by JDJ Mobile Entertainment. Singers step up for their moment on the mic while the crowd drives the excitement, and the performances that earn the biggest cheers receive cash prizes. With plenty of music, a festive atmosphere, and good food, it is a lively spot for karaoke fans.

This rescheduled concert spotlights Sheena Easton, a two-time Grammy winner whose four-decade career includes more than 20 million records sold and gold and platinum releases across the United States, Europe, and Asia. She earned a rare distinction by placing top five hits on five different Billboard charts and remains a sought-after performer on stages around the world. Her work spans television and theater, with roles on series such as Miami Vice, The Highlander, and The Outer Limits, along with starring turns on Broadway in Man of La Mancha and Grease and in London’s West End production of 42nd Street. A longtime favorite in Las Vegas and a member of the Las Vegas Hall of Fame, she continues to share the songs fans love. She appears with her own band and also collaborates with symphony orchestras, blending American standards, pop, and Broadway.

Boaterhead takes the stage at Encore Event Center for a summer courtyard concert in the Encore Summer Concert Series. There is a $5 cover, and a food truck and drinks will be available.