Live music in Henrico County, VA

An inviting open mic at HogsHead Cafe takes place in the upstairs lounge and welcomes both performers and listeners. The emphasis is acoustic, and performers should bring an instrument that can be plugged in. Collaboration is encouraged, with opportunities to network and jam with others. Everyone is welcome, whether sharing original songs, playing covers, or enjoying food and drink while taking in a range of music. It happens every Wednesday except the first one of the month.

Dead Letter Officers bring their live tribute to The Nest at Twin Hickory Tavern, Parham, celebrating the jangly, early-era sound of R.E.M. Rooted in Richmond and driven by a love of chiming guitars, the band focuses on the group’s formative 1980s catalog. The set revives the energy and songcraft of the early college rock movement, recalling the soundtrack of road trips, late nights, and crowded dance floors throughout the South.

Damon Darling takes the stage for a live performance filled with soul-infused songs and expressive vocals. With an engaging presence and heartfelt melodies, this concert focuses on connection and leaves a lasting impression.

EverWild delivers an evening of rock and roll at the Moose. Dinner is available beforehand for anyone who wants to get a head start before the music begins.

Haley Reinhart brings her rich, era-bridging vocals to The Tin Pan in Richmond, VA. The Chicago-born singer and songwriter first gained national attention with a third-place finish on season 10 of American Idol and later returned to mentor contestants in the soul genre. Her catalog spans four solo albums, including Listen Up!, Better, What’s That Sound?, and Lo-Fi Soul, along with the 2022 EP Off The Ground featuring seven original songs she wrote or co-wrote. Her rendition of Can’t Help Falling In Love, first heard in an Extra Gum campaign, grew into a radio favorite with more than 400 million streams on Spotify and over 100 million views on YouTube, reaching the Billboard Adult Contemporary and Adult Pop Airplay charts. She regularly collaborates with other artists, appearing in Postmodern Jukebox videos that have accumulated hundreds of millions of views and recording multiple duets with Jeff Goldblum, including a performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Her work extends into dance music through Vicetone’s Something Strange and a 2022 collaboration on Creep with DJ Naeleck. Beyond music, Reinhart voices Bill Murphy throughout the Netflix animated series F Is For Family and appears in Robert Rodriguez’s film We Can Be Heroes, with a sequel in the script-writing phase. Her songs have been featured in campaigns for major brands and in television series such as Love Island, Gossip Girl, Nashville, Riverdale, The Wilds, America’s Got Talent, and Dancing with the Stars. At The Tin Pan, seating is assigned in the order tickets are purchased. Each reservation has a $15 minimum for food and drinks, and a 20 percent gratuity is automatically applied to food and beverage. The venue offers lower fees for box office purchases compared with online sales. The box office is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and can be reached at 804-447-8189.

The Usual Suspects take the stage at Short Pump Pour House in Henrico with a varied set blending classic rock, pop, and country.

Clint Black and Midland appear together at Innsbrook Pavilion in Glen Allen, VA. This event brings both artists to the same stage for a shared performance at the pavilion.

Experience a lively Latin dance night at Aloft Richmond West Short Pump in Glen Allen with music spanning Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, and Kizomba. A beginner-friendly lesson starts the evening, then the floor opens for social dancing on a smooth surface with atmospheric lighting. Admission is available at the door for $7 in cash or $7.29 by credit or debit card.

Enjoy a relaxed, fun-filled night of karaoke inside the Dugout.

Emma Nissen brings her jazz and pop blend to The Tin Pan in Richmond, delivering faith-infused vocals and nimble scatting that first caught widespread attention when a performance of her song Breathe went viral. She has since drawn recognition from artists such as Lauren Daigle, SZA, Meghan Trainor, and Queen Latifah, performed with Adam Blackstone’s band at The Blue Note in New York, and collaborated with Blackstone on a single that topped the charts, with additional production from Seth Mosley, Nate Pyfer, and Stephen Nelson. Fans across North America and Europe have been packing venues to hear her timeless voice in person. At The Tin Pan, seating is assigned based on purchase time, each reservation carries a $15 per guest food and beverage minimum, and a 20 percent gratuity is added automatically to food and drink. In-person box office purchases carry lower fees than online sales, and the box office is open Tuesday to Saturday from noon to 5 PM at 804-447-8189.

Experience a guest night rehearsal with the Virginians Chorus, highlighting four-part a cappella harmonies. Participants can learn how the chorus sings fan favorites and carols as the group works through its music.