Live music in McSherrystown, PA

Kick off the weekend at Granite Hill with live music from Nick Mich Music. The Red Shed Café features a happy hour with one dollar off appetizers, drafts, and wine. Arrive early to enjoy a drink and relax. This happy hour is open to everyone and free to attend.

Music, Gettysburg! presents a free Haunted Halloween Concert at United Lutheran Seminary featuring internationally acclaimed organist Peggy Haas Howell. The evening blends mystery, drama, and spectacular organ music in a program of classical masterworks, film favorites, and vivid narration. Ms. Howell is joined by narrator Mark Oldenburg, baritone Latham Gunn of The Gettysburg Choral Society, and singers from the Gettysburg Children's Choir. The centerpiece is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow for organ and narrator by Canadian composer Rachel Laurin, composed in 2021. Each character in Washington Irving’s tale carries a distinct musical theme voiced on specific organ colors, and the combination of narration and organ demonstration brings the adventures of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman to life. Additional highlights include J. S. Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, an excerpt from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Phantom of the Opera, John Williams’ mischievous Double Trouble from a Harry Potter film, Louis Vierne’s eerie Gargouilles et chimères, and Henri Mulet’s virtuosic Tu es petra et portae inferi non praevalebunt adversus te, showing the organ’s span from hushed suspense to commanding power. Both the concert and a free public workshop will showcase the Andover Organ, Opus 84, in the Church of the Abiding Presence, an instrument built in the northern European tracker tradition with 31 stops and 38 ranks of pipes. The workshop, sponsored by the Harrisburg Chapter of the American Guild of Organists and led by Ms. Howell, focuses on historically informed performance of 17th and 18th century Dutch and German repertoire with demonstrations and a master class. Peggy Haas Howell has performed widely across the United States and Europe, earning top honors in the American Guild of Organists National Young Artists Organ Playing Competition and the St. Albans International Organ Interpretation Competition. She serves as Organist and Choirmaster at St. John’s Episcopal Church and Director of Cantate Children’s and Youth Choir in Lynchburg, Virginia, and is National Vice President of the American Guild of Organists. Her training includes degrees from Susquehanna University and Union Theological Seminary in New York City, with additional study in Hamburg, Germany. Admission is free, and a freewill offering will be received.

The Dirk Quinn Trio returns as an instrumental powerhouse with a lively blend of jazz and funk, mixing strong melodies, rhythmic exploration, and spirited improvisation. Led by Philadelphia guitarist Dirk Quinn, the group has spent more than a decade performing across the United States and Canada, shaping a sincere, high-energy sound that resonates with listeners from dedicated jazz fans to the jam band crowd. They come back in trio format to help close out the final weekend of outdoor music on the square with engaging grooves and dynamic interplay. This is a free show open to the public. Bring chairs for the brick walk and please leave room for people to pass. In the event of extreme weather, the performance will move indoors. Outside food and beverages are not permitted.

A benefit concert at Zen West in Baltimore supports Chef Mama Saray, affectionately known as Baltimore’s Food Queen for decades of serving homebound and hungry neighbors through her nonprofit, Prime Time for Unity, and for preparing meals at hundreds of local events and fundraisers. After relocating to Jamaica to care for her husband Ical, their property was heavily damaged by Hurricane Melissa, and he passed away in December 2025. Returning to Baltimore, she raised funds and used her savings to open A Taste of International, but the health department closed it due to the landlord’s unresolved building violations, not because of anything she did. This night of music, food, and community is dedicated to helping her start again, with performances by Voltamatic, The Gayle Harrod Band, and DJ Dubble8. Tickets are $18 in advance with no fees or $20 at the door. A GoFundMe campaign is also available for those wishing to contribute.

Grammy Award winner Billy Strings headlines a two-night run at CFG Bank Arena in Baltimore, Maryland. This engagement offers back-to-back performances at the arena.

A mellow acoustic duo performance fills the Garryowen with familiar songs, pairing easily with drinks and a cozy pub atmosphere. It is an easy way to wind down the week and connect with friends while enjoying a couple of hours of music. There is no cover charge, and food and pints are available. These shows take place on the last Friday of each month, upstairs at the Go Too or outdoors when weather permits.

Celebrate farmers market season by supporting local farmers and businesses while enjoying music from a friendly neighborhood musician.

Hollerween brings pre and post BMFS parties to Cats Eye Pub in Baltimore, with live music stretching from daytime into late night. Coastal Plain Bluegrass and Rachel May and the Walker Street Bandits start things off with early performances. Later, Asheville bluegrass act Coyote Rodeo keeps the celebration going with three sets that carry into the night.

Who Knew Music is a music group with gigs in Maryland and Pennsylvania.

A community concert of summer live music in Gettysburg, presented by the Adams Country Arts Council, features the Peaceful Outlaws, the Fury and Strock acoustic duo. They bring a broad mix of songs across styles, creating a relaxed atmosphere with a set crafted to offer something for everyone and plenty of reasons to smile.

The original BLACKOUT presents a special Halloween edition. Dress in all-black attire or wear a costume to match the theme. For more information, call 410-294-2851.

An adults-only Halloween costume party featuring DJ Bill spinning a set of his favorite tunes. Enjoy an evening of music, costumes, food and beverages, and time with fellow attendees in a festive atmosphere.

Celebrate Halloween with a lively party featuring DJ entertainment, neon lights, blacklights, dancing, food, and drinks. Costumes are encouraged.

Long Island singer and piano player David Clark brings his Billy Joel tribute, All About Joel, with meticulous attention to detail. Known for precise piano work, powerful lead vocals, and a stage presence that echoes the Piano Man, he keeps audiences engaged with wit and humor. Active in the Long Island and New York music scene since 1985, Clark has built a strong reputation through countless concerts and private events throughout the northeastern tri-state area and beyond. Tickets are $40 for Orchestra or Balcony seating and $45 for Preferred seating.

Colgan Bros. & Hirsh are set to perform at the Gettysburg Eagles for a Halloween evening.

Celebrate Halloween at a yearly dance party featuring a live set from Red Dirt Revolution on stage along with DJ LIPPY. Costumes are encouraged for a night of dancing with fellow Halloween revelers. Online pre-sale tickets are $10, and the cover at the door is $15.

Keystone Korner Baltimore presents a karaoke-filled brunch buffet with a welcoming atmosphere. Orlando Mullins of Double O Entertainment teams up with DJ Milk Truck to host and curate a soulful soundtrack that spans R&B, soul, gospel, throwbacks, and timeless favorites. Take the mic to share a song, dance along, savor the buffet, or simply relax and enjoy the music. The focus is uplifting energy, rich sounds, and bringing people together. Advance reservations are recommended. Tickets are $35 for adults and $20 for children 8 and under, with food and music included. A full cash bar will be available, featuring Mimosa and Bloody Mary specials.

Ripping Headaches hosts an evening featuring Ak’chamel, also called the giver of illness, delivering sun-baked psychedelic sounds and ritual folk with a post apocalyptic mood. Ecology Homestones appears as the guest to complete the lineup.

Part of Camp Eder’s year-round Senior Days series, this gathering offers a welcoming mix of activities for seniors. Attendees can enjoy a homestyle meal, informative presentations, music, and appearances by special guests, creating a meaningful day together. The cost is $20.

This welcoming jam session invites musicians of all backgrounds and experience levels to take part in a non-hierarchical, non-judgmental space centered on communication, community building, and liberation. The gathering includes a community discussion and an opportunity to workshop original pieces. Baltimore-based saxophonist and music educator Johanna McGuire brings experience as both a performer and teacher, supporting musicians in finding their own sound.

Ak’chamel is a trio known for a distinctive live performance that pairs theatrical costumes and hallucinatory rituals with desert-scorched psychedelia, post-apocalyptic shamanism, and lo-fi ritual-folk. Ecology Homestones is an A/V noise project from Philadelphia.

Experience a performance featuring Peabody Jazz professors, including performers on trumpet, saxophone, trombone, vibraphone, piano, drums, percussion, voice, bass, and guitar. Rooted in Baltimore’s rich jazz history, Peabody Jazz combines classroom and studio instruction with real-world opportunities and a curriculum that crosses artistic boundaries. The show is free, but a ticket is required to attend.

Experience the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in a live performance at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore.

Follow the Yellow Brick Road-eo to a multi day dance adventure at the Aspire Hotel and Eisenhower Complex in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The gathering centers on workshops, social dancing and friendly competition, with six instruction rooms, two classrooms and three open dance floors, each carrying its own theme. Dancers can book one on one time with choreographers, collaborate to build a new line dance and keep the fun going with an after hours poolside pizza party. A choreography competition and a line dance competition highlight the creative and competitive spirit. Festivities include themed attire nights. Friday invites a theme T-shirt or a Wizard of Oz inspired costume. Saturday becomes the Emerald City, so think green, sparkle, glitz and glam. The talent lineup features choreographers John Robinson, Jamie Marshall, Mark Paulino, Debi Pancoast, Stephen and Laura Pistoia, Amy Christian, Michelle Wright, Dancin’ Dean, Jason Turner, Donna Statt, Becky Pisarek and Brett Ruwe, Ray Okuda, Sharon Hume, Larry Pizzini and Krissie Brownlee. Music is provided by DJs Craig Statt, Michael Diven and Mike Lorah. Payment options include cash, check, credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Afterpay, with payment plans available on meals and hotel.

Gentle Thursday features local supporter Mike Kessler at Ploughman Cider Taproom in Gettysburg for a more personal appearance. Regulars from the Wednesday open mic will recognize him for the good cheer he brings to the neighborhood. The show is free and open to the public. Please note that outside food or beverages are not permitted. Thank you for supporting local.

Celebrate the season finale of Baltimore Cosplay Parties with fall vibes, DJs, music, arcade games, and Thursday Night Football. Cosplay and anime or video game apparel are welcome.

Enjoy an evening of Balkan folk music and dance with Cherven Traktor, a US-based group that performs traditional Bulgarian and Macedonian music on authentic folk instruments. The interactive gathering features a stage performance followed by circle dancing, along with an Argentine Tango activity accompanied by local Baltimore musician Mark Vidor on accordion. Open to all ages and abilities, with no prior dance experience or partner needed. A suggested donation supports the dancing and music, and advance registration is recommended as space is limited.

Choir! Choir! Choir! brings an all-out Queen sing-along to the Appell Center, turning the crowd into the choir in a completely interactive experience. Expect big anthems, big voices, and a room full of fans laughing, dancing, and singing together to the band’s greatest hits. Channel your inner Freddie Mercury with friends and even friendly rivals as you build harmonies meant to shake the rafters. It is a giant birthday-style celebration of timeless songs, with the audience taking center stage.

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives bring a much-anticipated debut to the Strand Theatre, serving up country soul with crackling energy, standout guitar work, rich harmonies, and a set that digs deep into the roots of American music. The show speaks to both longtime fans and first-time listeners. One dollar from every ticket benefits Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Promotional support provided by WXPN.