Live music in Chelan County, WA

MusicBox is an all-ages celebration presented by the NCW Arts Alliance, featuring more than ten regional bands alongside dancing, vinyl records, food, drinks, art, and plenty of fun. The lineup includes Sumguy, Wide Eyes, Umami Dearest, Forest Ray, 23rd Street, Deep Green Sea, Star Anna, Valley Boyz 509, The Timely Tragedy, and Defiant. It takes place at Warehouse 3 Design Centre, with the entrance located in the alley. This event supports the NCW Arts Alliance, with advance admission priced at $10 to $15 and door prices $5 higher.

Kick back on the lawn for a summer live music night at Icicle Ridge Winery. The Friday Music on the Lawn series features a mix of smooth jazz, folk, and rock, with no cover charge. You can buy wine, meats, cheeses, and artisan crackers on-site, or bring your own picnic lunch. Seating is limited, but low-back chairs and blankets are welcome so you can get comfortable as the sun sets.

Step into a fun 1934 ocean liner story packed with mistaken identities, romance, and gangsters on the run, brought to life with Cole Porter music and big tap-dance moments. This Leavenworth Summer Theater performance runs about 2.5 hours and includes a 15-minute intermission. Children under 5 are not permitted.

Enjoy live music in a cozy, intimate setting overlooking Lake Chelan. The event runs in the afternoon, with a wine-and-music vibe at Vin du Lac Winery.

Petty Thief delivers a night of Tom Petty's signature songs at Tapped Out Sports Bar. Made up of seasoned Seattle players and active since 2007, this Washington State tribute act presents a straightforward, faithful show that closely mirrors the original sound.

Set against majestic mountain lake scenery, this concert series fills the South Park Amphitheater at Lake Wenatchee State Park with music and dance. This installment features Eclectic Cloggers, sharing traditional Appalachian clog dancing accompanied by live old-time music. The performance is family friendly and includes moments when the group invites the crowd to sing and move along. Admission is free, and a Discover Pass is needed for parking. Support comes from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Washington State Parks Specialty License Plate Fund, the Washington State Parks Foundation and Northwest Public Broadcasting.

Enjoy Leavenworth Summer Theater’s bluegrass musical, Bright Star, written by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Set in 1940s North Carolina, it follows a young writer who uncovers a heartbreaking 1920s love story involving a literary editor, a forbidden romance, and a tragic loss, all told through soaring bluegrass melodies focused on redemption and healing. The show runs about 2.5 hours and includes a 15-minute intermission. The venue opens 1 hour before showtime.

A relaxed summer afternoon with the Kilted Crooner awaits at Succession Wines, where the atmosphere is dog friendly and family friendly with plenty of room for everyone. Settle in for some easygoing R&R and enjoy time together in a welcoming setting.

Session 2 of the ICCA Chamber Music Festival welcomes students entering grades 6 through 12 for a week of intensive ensemble training with professional musicians and educators from around the country, including players from the Nashville Symphony Orchestra. Directed by Hoi Ting Davidson and Jenaesha Browder, the camp features an overnight option. Participants rehearse and perform in chamber groups with a strong focus on fundamentals, classical repertoire, lessons, and faculty-led masterclasses, all building toward a final concert at the end of the week. The program is open to middle and high school string players with at least two years of experience on violin, viola, cello, or string bass. To help create well-matched chamber groups, students are asked to submit a one to two minute video that includes a scale of their choice and a short selection from a solo or piece they have been working on. When recording, make sure the entire body and instrument are clearly visible in the frame. Faculty includes Hoi Ting Davidson on violin, Andrew Dunlap on violin, Anthony Parce on viola, and Jenaesha Browder on cello, with string bass faculty to be announced.

A warm Monday evening at Hard Row sets the scene for a summer celebration built around good wine and friendly company. Taste of Whisky will play familiar tunes and take requests for a relaxed vacation vibe.

Catch Leavenworth Summer Theater’s bluegrass musical Bright Star. Written by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, the story follows a young writer in 1940s North Carolina who uncovers a heartbreaking 1920s love story involving a literary editor, a forbidden romance, and a tragic loss, all told through bluegrass melodies focused on redemption and healing. Performances run about 2.5 hours and include a 15-minute intermission. The venue opens 1 hour before showtime.

This event features a ukulele strumming circle and optional private one-on-one lessons with volunteer instructor Sandy. The circle offers a friendly space to play together and build skills. Private sessions provide focused guidance, and registration is required for lessons.

Tony Award-winning musical 1776 is directed by Jaime Donegan, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and a book by Peter Stone. This satirical portrait of the Second Continental Congress follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and their fellow delegates as they argue their way toward the Declaration of Independence, revealing both ideals and self-interest along the way. The production blends sharp wit with high-stakes debate, set inside the chamber where the nation took shape and highlighting the clashing personalities, compromises, and convictions that defined the moment. Presented at the Numerica Performing Arts Center. Veterans and members of the military receive a $5 per ticket discount.

Catch Leavenworth Summer Theater’s production of Anything Goes, a fun, fast-moving 1930s ocean liner story packed with mistaken identities, romantic twists, and gangsters on the run. Expect Cole Porter’s energetic music and big Broadway-style tap numbers, presented with a 15-minute intermission. Note that children under 5 are not permitted.

Enjoy a weekly evening farmers market in downtown Chelan. You can browse local produce, fresh baked goods, and meet farmers and artists, plus catch live music while you shop. Bring the family and plan an afternoon at Riverwalk Park.

The Sentimental Bings duo returns to Horan Estates Winery with a newly updated setlist, offering a fresh mix of songs for this return appearance.

Rhein Haus Leavenworth hosts a whisky tasting with food and drinks, live music, and scenic views of downtown Leavenworth.

Wildflour hosts a locals night featuring live music by Leanna Shannon. Enjoy a relaxed evening with food and drinks while she performs.

Enjoy a locals night at Wildflour with great food, drinks, and live music from Leanna Shannon. The event runs for a couple of hours in the evening.

Catch Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music at Leavenworth Summer Theater, set against the backdrop of a Ski Hill Amphitheater summer night. Performances start at 8:00 PM, with the venue opening one hour before showtime. The show runs about 2.5 hours, and children under 5 are not permitted.