Live music in Norwalk, OH

Marshall Crenshaw performs with a full band, joined by Sarah Borges and Eric Ambel. Crenshaw’s career spans four decades and includes 13 albums, film and television appearances, and thousands of live performances. His current touring band features guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Fernando Perdomo, bassist and singer-songwriter Derrick Anderson, and drummer Mark Ortmann.

Enjoy a free music bingo game featuring songs across multiple genres. Listen to the music, mark your card, and compete for prizes each round while enjoying food and drinks. The game is hosted by LBe the DJ and presented by JDJ Mobile Entertainment.

Enjoy a free Brownbag Concert featuring early music performed by graduate students in CWRU’s Historical Performance Program, led by Julie Andrijeski. Guests are welcome to bring lunch.

Nekrogoblikon marks 20 years with special guests Aborted. This all-ages event features general admission standing room, with reserved seating available in the balcony. The lineup is subject to change without notice.

Hosted by Brent Kirby, this songwriter and band showcase features 10 performers, each presenting three songs. At least two songs from each performer must be original, and the open mic is pre-arranged.

Step into the hauntingly beautiful world of Hadestown, where mythology, music, and love come together. Powerful storytelling and unforgettable melodies carry a journey through darkness toward hope.

WesGhost blends 2000s pop-punk, alternative, and hip-hop into a sound that pairs familiar influences with a forward-moving edge. Performing behind a signature balaclava, he places the focus on connection, turning vulnerability into an intense, shared experience. His projects explore anxiety, self-doubt, and release, and have helped build a fan community centered on feeling seen rather than fitting in. With support from Blackbear and Diplo and a recent U.S. headline tour, WesGhost continues to cross genre boundaries while keeping honesty and togetherness at the heart of his work.

Arch Enemy and The Black Dahlia Murder headline a North American tour featuring Septicflesh, Crypta, and Thrown Into Exile. The event is open to all ages.

Rumours Unplugged Trio performs an acoustic tribute to Fleetwood Mac, featuring beloved hits spanning six decades, along with top ten songs from Stevie Nicks, Lindsey Buckingham, and Christine McVie.

Enjoy a karaoke night every Thursday at Vickery Pub.

Internationally renowned trumpeter, composer, and bandleader Marquis Hill brings a blend of jazz, hip-hop, R&B, Chicago house, and neo-soul to Cleveland. He performs with Micah Collier on bass and percussion, and Jillian Upshaw on drums and percussion. The presentation is organized by BOP STOP in partnership with the Midwest Jazz Collective, a cooperative of Midwest jazz clubs and presenters that promotes emerging and established artists and supports regional appreciation and education around jazz.

Concert Hall presents The Dave Matthews Tribute Band, a five-member act dedicated to honoring the originals by recreating the charge and closeness of a Dave Matthews Band concert. The performance focuses on the same high energy and intensity that fans expect from the real thing. Tickets are $25 in advance and $35 on the day of the show, with both reserved seating and standing room options available.

Petr Popelka leads The Cleveland Orchestra and The Cleveland Orchestra Chorus in Brahms’s contemplative, deeply moving reflection on life, written as the composer grieved the loss of his mother. The program also features the world premiere of Distant Lands, an oboe concerto by American composer Adolphus Hailstork, written specifically for the Orchestra’s Principal Oboe, Frank Rosenwein.

Celebrate the Italian American Museum of Cleveland’s fifth anniversary with an evening featuring dinner, music, and local history. The program includes a live performance by Italian American jazz singer Vanessa Racci and an opportunity to see the exhibition exploring Italian American boxers who contributed to Cleveland’s boxing history. The evening will also feature the presentation of Joey Maxim’s 1952 Championship Belt by Ron Onesti, director of the Italian American Sports Museum. The belt will remain on view at the museum for two weeks afterward. The celebration supports the museum’s work preserving and sharing Italian American history and culture.

Sing along to 90s favorites as a young band delivers a lively set of familiar hits, creating a fun and nostalgic experience for fans of the decade.

Saxophonist Chris Mitchell takes the stage with a full band for a high-energy concert featuring live saxophone, R&B, soul, crowd interaction, and fan-favorite moments. The performance includes nonstop entertainment and surprises throughout the night. This event is restricted to guests aged 18 and over, and valid photo ID is required for entry. General admission tickets are standing room only, with reserved seating available on the main floor and in the balcony.

The Chill Factors perform covers of blues, rock, pop, and soul classics from the 1960s through the 1990s.

Presented by Innovation Concerts, EmiSunshine takes the stage at The Ottawa Tavern in Toledo with North of Nashville and Fish Fisher rounding out the lineup. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 on the day of the show, with a $5 additional charge for attendees under 21.

Enjoy a lively mix of all-request music, dancing, and karaoke with DJ GramPappy James at Flyers Bar & Grill.

Noise Pollution, a Brian Johnson-endorsed AC/DC tribute band, brings electrifying guitar riffs and well-known anthems to a high-energy concert experience. The group has received praise from CBS Los Angeles, KCAL 96.7 FM, and KMMT 106.5 FM for capturing the sound and energy of an AC/DC performance.

Zack Fox’s DJ sets draw on club music traditions from Detroit, Chicago, and beyond, blending Ghetto Tech, Jersey Club, Footwork, and Booty Bass with sharp instinct and humor. His performances have appeared at festivals including DoLab, Glastonbury, and Couleur Café, and he is building a reputation for raw, energetic, and unpretentious sets. This event is for ages 18 and over. General Admission has tiered pricing, with all tiers offering the same access.

Enjoy a jazz jam session featuring a house band organized by Cleveland-based trumpeter Garrett Folger. Performers of all skill levels can bring an instrument and call a tune, and listeners are welcome too.

Galactic Cowboy Orchestra delivers original prog-rock jazz fusion for adventurous music lovers, blending big riffs, unusual time signatures, improvisation, and groovy jams across genre boundaries. The band’s sound draws on art rock and jazz fusion, with influences including Mahavishnu Orchestra, King Crimson, The Dixie Dregs, and RUSH. VIP tickets include premium seating access, the opportunity to watch soundcheck, and a signed Lost in Time Tour poster.

A musical performance for the Maennerchor Liederabend.

The Stomping Jacksons bring the unmistakable energy of New Orleans street music to lead a community lantern parade in Vermilion. The procession gathers at Main Street Beach, then follows the sidewalks south along Main Street, turns west on Liberty Avenue, continues to Grand Street, and concludes at the Vermilion Lighthouse. Lanterns will glow in the early evening as the band guides the route through downtown. People taking part are encouraged to design and carry LED lanterns, and there is no cost to participate. For safety, open flames and lantern releases are not allowed, and pets are not permitted within the parade procession. Community workshops and take-home kits to help with lantern making will be announced in the coming months. Organizers describe the event as a community-centered celebration that invites residents and visitors to create, connect, and reflect during the season, offering families, friends, and neighbors a moment to come together between the summer bustle and the holidays. Those who prefer to watch can find good viewing along the route, including at Exchange Park, the Fulper Lot lawn, and Friendship Park. The event is presented in collaboration with Public Art Vermilion, Vermilion in Bloom, the Arts Guild of Vermilion, and Shores & Islands Ohio.

The Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's Northern Chapter gala brings together supporters, sponsors, community partners, and volunteers for an evening featuring auction items, live auction packages, mission moments, and awards. The gathering raises funds to support the Foundation's mission to find cures for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis and improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.

Madison Crawl delivers a high-energy performance at Lucy's Bar and Grill, bringing lively sound to the stage.

107.3 ALT CLE brings Blue October to The Agora in Cleveland for a worldwide 20th anniversary celebration of Foiled. The Houston-born, San Marcos, Texas-based alternative rock band, led by vocalist and guitarist Justin Furstenfeld alongside Jeremy Furstenfeld, Ryan Delahoussaye, Matt Noveskey, and Steve Schiltz, is recognized for candid lyrics, expansive arrangements, and energetic live shows. With more than a billion streams and 18 Top 40 hits, their catalog features songs such as Hate Me, Into the Ocean, Oh My My, and I Hope You’re Happy. Their ongoing focus on resilience and recovery, including Justin’s mental health advocacy and the documentary Get Back Up, has connected with a devoted global community of listeners. This event is open to all ages. Ticket transfer has been delayed by the organizer; please review the terms of AXS’s Purchase Agreement for more information.

An intimate opera cabaret at the Toledo Opera offices in Toledo features selections performed by Toledo Opera Resident Artists alongside members of the Toledo Opera Chorus. The program is led by Toledo Opera Artistic Director Kevin Bylsma. Refreshments will be available, and admission is free for all attendees.

Enjoy regular performances by Quinn Hoffman featuring live country and classic rock, deep vocals, and a laid-back acoustic sound at The Chart Room in Vermilion.

Enjoy live acoustic music featuring Christian Lombardo while listening to your favorite songs and enjoying food and drinks.

Bayou Blue celebrates the music of Creedence Clearwater Revival and Linda Ronstadt with authentic sounds, strong harmonies, and a lively performance. The set features favorites such as “Have You Ever Seen the Rain,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Proud Mary,” “Blue Bayou,” “You’re No Good,” and “When Will I Be Loved.”

TOBYMAC, THIRD DAY, and CHRIS TOMLIN share the stage for a lineup featuring three headliners. The set list includes hit songs and award-winning music for a night filled with performances from all three artists.

Dungeon Synth Night features performances by Jenn Taiga, Faydark, Sun Lurker, and Weeping Amulet. Tintype photos by Ashley Kouri. The main stage show is open to all ages, with an additional charge for attendees under 21. Tickets are available at the door.

Enjoy live music entertainment at PJ McIntyre's Pub.

World Zen'd Band comes back to Sandusky with a 90s rock concert built around hits by Rage Against the Machine, Godsmack, Disturbed, Pantera, Tool, System of a Down, Smashing Pumpkins, and more. Early arrival is suggested to find a good seat.

This musical program follows composers as they develop and redefine their artistic identities. Gabriel Fauré’s “Masques et bergamasques” draws on the grace of the Baroque dance suite, while Howard Hanson’s “Concerto for Organ, Harp and Strings” showcases an American lyricism. Organist Jonathan Moyer performs Hanson’s seldom-heard concerto. The program concludes with Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 1,” a work that honors the Classical tradition while beginning to reshape it.

Petr Popelka leads The Cleveland Orchestra and The Cleveland Orchestra Chorus in Brahms’s contemplative, deeply moving reflection on life, written as the composer grieved the loss of his mother. The program also features the world premiere of Distant Lands, an oboe concerto by American composer Adolphus Hailstork, written specifically for the Orchestra’s Principal Oboe, Frank Rosenwein.

Flyers Bar & Grill teams up again with The Okayest Band in the World for an evening of homemade food and music. Expect a relaxed setting and a lively soundtrack as this collaboration returns.

Wayne Bergeron, a trumpeter admired by fellow players, steps into the spotlight with the Toledo Jazz Orchestra for a big band showcase built on clarity, precision, and drive. His clear, commanding tone rises above the ensemble with remarkable accuracy and control, turning even the toughest lines into smooth, confident statements. The program centers his sound while celebrating the power and excitement of a full big band in top gear. Presented at The Valentine Theatre in Toledo, Ohio.

M125 returns to Sneaky Pete’s.

Innovation Concerts presents Sicksense, with performances by After Instinct, Ground Floor, and Falling From Grace. Advance tickets are $15, with tickets costing $20 on the day of the show. There is an additional $5 charge for attendees under 21.

China Grove brings a faithful tribute to the Doobie Brothers to the Supper Club with a set full of favorites, including Listen to the Music, Black Water, Long Train Running, China Grove, Minute by Minute, Another Park Another Sunday, Jesus Is Just Alright, South City Midnight Lady, The Doctor, and Takin’ It to the Streets, along with more well known hits. This is a general admission performance. Tickets are $12 in advance and $18 on the day of the show, and table reservations are required.

Enjoy a brunch featuring Walt Wise and 52nd Street performing Billy Joel’s music. Reserved tickets are available for $15 in advance or $20 on the day of the show.

A live performance by Twisted Toyze anchors the Hells Angels Benefit at Parma Tap House. This benefit event centers on the band’s set at the venue.

Petr Popelka leads The Cleveland Orchestra and The Cleveland Orchestra Chorus in Brahms’s contemplative, deeply moving reflection on life, written as the composer grieved the loss of his mother. The program also features the world premiere of Distant Lands, an oboe concerto by American composer Adolphus Hailstork, written specifically for the Orchestra’s Principal Oboe, Frank Rosenwein.

Master musician Kenny Werner and his trio present a masterclass before a performance. The session is free and open to the public. Werner is a pianist and composer whose work is rooted in improvisation, spontaneity, and emotional expression. He is joined by drummer, composer, and educator Mark Walker, whose musical influences include jazz, Brazilian, Caribbean, and Latin American music, and Boston-based bassist, composer, bandleader, and educator Greg Loughman, known for his lyrical playing and sensitive accompaniment.

Pianist Kenny Werner, bassist Greg Loughman, and drummer Mark Walker bring their spontaneous musical connection to an intimate trio performance. The musicians will play original compositions by Werner and Loughman alongside fresh arrangements of jazz standards, blending lyrical expression with adventurous improvisation. A free educational masterclass with Werner will also take place before the performance.