San Anselmo Live On The Avenue, the popular summer entertainment series, continues this weekend. Concerts are held at Creek Park and the Town Hall Plaza between 6pm - 8:30pm on Fridays & Saturdays. Come on out to stroll, shop, dine, and dance on San Anselmo Avenue!
Traveling Wilburys Revue will be the headliner this Friday at Creek Park. The popular tribute band brings the music of the original Wilburys (George Harrison, Tom Petty, Roy Orbison, Bob Dylan, Jeff Lynne) - and the hits from each of these great artists, including: Here Comes The Sun, Won’t Back Down, Pretty Woman, Like A Rolling Stone, Don’t Bring Me Down, and more that everyone knows and loves. The Traveling Wilburys Revue will have you singing along and dancing all night long.
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Admission is FREE.
Every Friday thru October 10th, Downtown San Rafael's West End hosts a lively block party from F to G Streets. Each night is filled with music, food trucks, and community spirit, all sponsored by Pint Size Lounge. This Friday's headliner is Jerry Hannan & The New Music Revival.
Jerry Hannan is a Marin County treasure. Described as "shades of Dylan and John Prine.. .very Americana with a faint Irish lilt", Hannan's songs (like those of Springsteen and Cat Stevens) speak of our everyday lives and the magic that we sometimes miss. He's a storyteller, known for his thought provoking lyrics and exuberant performances.
Upcoming Lineup:
September 12th: The Treble Makers
September 19th: Beso Negro
September 26th: April & Monroe Grisman
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Admission is FREE.
Beer is $6.50 with purchase of food before 7pm
The Jazz and Blues by the Bay concert series happens every Friday thru September 12th at Sausalito's Gabrielson Park.
This Friday's headliner is the Patton Leatha Band. From sultry slow jams to turning up the funk, this band can do it all. They play Motown, R&B, old school hits, and even current top 40. One thing's for certain - these guys know how to entertain!
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Lawn seating is free of charge and on a first-come basis. Guests can bring their own food and beverages to the park.
Tainted Love and Mustache Harbor are headlining Hopmonk's Cookout Concert Series this Friday. Get ready for a unforgettable night of 80s dance hits + Yacht Rock classics.
Mustache Harbor's mission/destiny is simple: to build a mustache army and create Hardcore Soft Rock the likes of which has not been seen or heard since Christopher Cross, Steely Dan, Ace, Kenny Loggins and The Little River Band ruled the airwaves and created AM Gold.
And for two decades Tainted Love has been thrilling audiences with their high-energy, over-the-top renditions from the treasure trove of pop music known as the 1980’s. Their show delivers something for every fan of music: pulsing dance beats, fist-pumping rock anthems, and guilty-pleasure sing-alongs, all performed with the highest level of musicianship and state-of-the-art sound and lighting.
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Tickets: $44.04 (General Admission); $68.91 (with Cookout Meal)
Doors: 4pm / Show: 6pm
Shoplifters United are performing a rousing tribute to The Smiths this Saturday at Sweetwater. The Smiths were one of the most influential bands of the 1980s, blending Morrissey’s poetic lyricism with Johnny Marr’s dazzling guitar work, Andy Rourke’s driving basslines, and Mike Joyce’s signature rhythms. Their sound still echoes through generations of artists—timeless, raw, and unforgettable.
With passionate performances and spot-on recreations of both beloved hits and deep cuts, Shoplifters United bring the magic of The Smiths to life on stage. Pascal, Matt, Tommy, and James have been channeling their shared love of The Smiths into a live experience that transports audiences back to 1984 Manchester at The Haçienda. Close your eyes, feel the jangly guitars and melancholic anthems, and relive the brilliance of The Smiths—live, loud, and in the moment.
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Tickets: $26.28
Tommy Castro & The Painkillers are the headliner at Rancho Nicasio's BBQ on the Lawn this Sunday.
Since his solo debut in 1994, Tommy Castro has made 16 albums. Ranging from horn-fueled R&B to piping hot blues to fiery, stripped-down rock ‘n’ roll, each release is solidly built upon Castro’s unshakable musical foundation—a dynamic mix of 1960s-influenced guitar-fueled blues, testifying Memphis-soaked blue-eyed soul and Latin-tinged East San Jose funk, all driven by Castro’s grab-you-by-the-collar vocals and passionate guitar work.
Tommy will be performing tracks from his latest album A Bluesman Came To Town, which tells the tale of a young man working on his family farm who gets bitten by the blues bug. He masters the guitar and heads out on the road seeking fame and fortune, only to find what he’s left behind is the treasure he’s been looking for.
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Tickets: $45
** BBQ/Drinks are available for purchase (not included in ticket price)
Wonder Bread 5, the popular tribute band, is the headliner of Rancho Nicasio's BBQ on the Lawn show this Sunday.
These five best friends bring the kind of energy that makes every show unforgettable. With their wild, over-the-top performances and sing-along favorites, you never know what surprises they’ll throw in next. One thing’s for sure: the dance floor won’t stay empty for long!
From 60s & 70s classics to 80s anthems and today’s biggest hits, Wonder Bread 5 keeps the party going with a nonstop setlist that has something for everyone. Bring your friends and your dancing shoes!
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Tickets: $35
🍔 Delicious BBQ & drinks available for purchase
Calling all Swifties! This Labor Day, Swifty — the ultimate Taylor Swift tribute band “by Swifties, for Swifties” — is bringing two unforgettable shows to The Junction!
Starring rising talent Gillian Eichenberger as Taylor, with powerhouse backing from Jon Chi & band, this is your chance to dance and sing along to all your favorite eras. Get ready to “Shake It Off” in style — grab your sparkly bodysuit, stack those friendship bracelets, and join the party!
💃 What’s waiting for you:
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Tickets: just $33
