Live music in Fredericksburg, VA

Downtown Fredericksburg turns into a lively arts crawl for First Friday, featuring eight art galleries and studios. Enjoy local exhibitions, performances, and special events as you stroll through the historic downtown area. Along the way, you can catch street-corner musicians, explore what the artists are creating, and stop by Downtown’s restaurants, late-night shops, and the free trolley that circulates through the arts and business district.

Wave on Wave brings a night of live music to Courtyard Fredericksburg Historic District. Their signature blend of songs sets a welcoming tone, creating a feel good atmosphere with great tunes and positive energy.

FAM Downtown Sounds returns to historic Market Square, the series previously known as Sounds of Summer. For more than a decade it has brought people together with live performances, and this season it spotlights Fredericksburg’s local music scene with hometown bands taking the stage. Attendees often gather with friends and settle in on blankets or lawn chairs, starting the weekend with live music and a community atmosphere under the summer sky.

Enjoy an evening dedicated to bourbon and craft beer at the Virginia Bourbon and Beer Festival. You can sample a variety of bourbons and handcrafted beers, and you’ll also have the chance to hear from Virginia brand experts. There will be live music to keep the event going, and your ticket includes a tasting glass and samples. The event is all ages and offers free parking.

Emily Woodhull shares music shaped by leaving city pace for the calm of a small Virginia town, discovering her voice in the stories and emotions of the Shenandoah Valley. Rooted in the region's enduring landscapes with a hint of alternative country, her writing blends evocative imagery with unguarded feeling. From lamplight sessions to collaborations in Nashville, her songs arrive like honest snapshots of life. This appearance at Caledon State Park highlights her genuine, deeply felt songwriting.

Cracked Sky brings a night of hard rock and grunge to Strangeways FXBG, spotlighting alternative hits from the 1990s and 2000s. Expect searing guitars, a heavy low end, precise drums, and commanding vocals as the band revives the grit of grunge and post grunge on stage. This seasoned cover act delivers a professional, high-energy performance that gets audiences moving and channels the era’s signature sound with an authentic, hard-hitting edge.

Kavlick takes the stage at the Colonial Tavern, home of the Irish Brigade, in Fredericksburg, VA. Goodtime Alibi starts the night. Attendance is limited to 100 tickets, with prices set at $10 online and $15 at the door.

Suzie Sky & The Sparks bring a high-energy mix of country, rock, and pop favorites to Fredericksburg Moose Family Center in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Bring friends and dancing shoes for a fun night of live music.

Enjoy an evening of live music in Fredericksburg as Brian Hill takes the stage at the Courtyard Fredericksburg Historic District. His set highlights his distinct style and energetic performance, creating a relaxed atmosphere where attendees can unwind and move to the music.

This open mic offers sign ups with a drink or food purchase. After sign ups open, performances get underway and continue for the duration of the event.