# Music Events in Essex, CT 2026 | Concerts & Live Music

- **Subtitle**: Discover upcoming music events in Essex, Connecticut. Book tickets for concerts, live gigs, music festivals and performances happening across the city.
- **Category**: Music
- **Display Name**: Music events
- **Type**: category

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## About

Music signifies the vibrant energy of the place! Such music events in [CITY] make the city alive throughout the year. From live music shows and concerts to karaoke nights and gigs at bars and cafes, music fills the silence beautifully in [CITY]. The city has a lot for you in store, and there isn’t any lack of music events in [CITY] for classical lovers or concertgoers! Music is here to heal you and make you groove with festivals and heartfelt concerts in [CITY]. Explore such music events happening near you with us and get in the groove to set the stage on fire.

## Music Events in Essex

- **Event Name**: Essex Summer Concert Series - Featuring Middletown Symphonic Band
  - **Description**: 🎶🇺🇸 Essex Summer Concert Series Kickoff! 🇺🇸🎶

Join us as we proudly launch the Essex Summer Concert Series with a special performance by the Middletown Symphonic Band!

This exciting opening concert will feature a lively and inspiring selection of patriot
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 13
  - **Date**: Wed Jul 08 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Jul 08 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/essex/essex-summer-concert-series-featuring-middletown-symphonic-band/200029889073901
  - **Venue**: Main Street Park, Essex Village
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts
- **Event Name**: Courses in History
  - **Description**: It's a Dinner Party celebrating 250 years of history and hospitality, the "centerpiece" of our birthday weekend!

Anticipate a festive experience alongside fellow diners - including George and Martha Washington - who share a fondness for The Gris, whether
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/essex/courses-in-history/200030031225229
  - **Venue**: 36 Main St, Essex, CT, United States, Connecticut 06426
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  - **Categories**: workshops, parties, entertainment
- **Event Name**: RED LIGHT-Scotch Plains Tavern-Friday October 23rd 8pm FUN!
  - **Description**: RED LIGHT delivers the ultimate PARTY ROCK experience, bringing together the best of Modern Country Rock, Arena Rock, and Pop Rock. Recognized as one of Connecticut’s top live bands for over a decade, RED LIGHT combines powerhouse vocals, four dynamic lea
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/essex/red-light-scotch-plains-tavern-friday-october-23rd-8pm-fun/200030043291612
  - **Venue**: Scotch Plains Tavern
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, parties, pop
- **Event Name**: Scotch Plains Tavern's Return of Nightshift!
  - **Description**: Join Nightshift as we return to this gorgeous venue in Essex once again! Stop down for dinner and enjoy the fun songs of Nightshift! GET THERE EARLY since it fills up FAST!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 22
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Jun 13 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/essex/scotch-plains-taverns-return-of-nightshift/200029489730437
  - **Venue**: Scotch Plains Tavern
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- **Event Name**: Fusion at Scotch Plains Tavern
  - **Description**: Fusion returns to Scotch Plains Tavern - come down for a great night of music, dancing, food and drinks!
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 11
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 06 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Jun 06 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/essex/fusion-at-scotch-plains-tavern/200029973210652
  - **Venue**: Scotch Plains Tavern
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- **Event Name**: St John's Summer Coffeehouse with Paul Loether
  - **Description**: St John's Church in Essex, CT, welcomes one and all to come together at its upcoming Summer Coffeehouse on June 28, 2026, 6:30-8:30 pm.  

The event will be led by folk singer/songwriter/storyteller Paul Loether (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DMy_E3jug
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 26
  - **Date**: Sun Jun 28 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun Jun 28 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/essex/st-johns-summer-coffeehouse-with-paul-loether/200029987563430
  - **Venue**: St John's Episcopal Church, Main and Cross Streets, Essex, CT 06426
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  - **Categories**: music, nonprofit

## Trending Events in Essex

- **Event Name**: Jack White
  - **Description**: Jack White on Wednesday, July 15 at the Midway Lawn at Champlain Valley Expo


Children 12 and under are FREE (+ do not need a ticket)! No food or drinks allowed. Blankets and chairs are permitted. All events are rain or shine. All dates, acts, and ticket
  - **Venue**: 105 Pearl Street Essex Junction VT 05452
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- **Event Name**: Mt. Joy
  - **Description**: Mt. Joy on Thursday, June 4 at the Midway Lawn at Champlain Valley Expo

Children 12 and under are FREE (+ do not need a ticket)! No food or drinks allowed. Blankets and chairs are permitted. All events are rain or shine. All dates, acts, and ticket price
  - **Venue**: 105 Pearl Street Essex Junction VT 05452
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- **Event Name**: “Weird Al” Yankovic
  - **Description**: > “Weird Al” Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour with Puddles Pity Party, July 24 at Midway Lawn at Champlain Valley Expo
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> Children 12 and under are FREE in GA, but all seats need to be purchased. No food or drinks allowed. Blanket
  - **Venue**: 105 Pearl Street Essex Junction VT 05452
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- **Event Name**: ZZ TOP the Big One with special guest George Thorogood and the Destroyers
  - **Description**: Live at the Champlain Valley Fair
Presented by Haddad Subaru of St. Albans as part of the Michelob ULTRA Concert Series on the Jackson Enterprises | TYM stage!
ZZ TOP the Big One with special guest George Thorogood and the Destroyers
Friday, September 4,
  - **Venue**: Champlain Valley Fair
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- **Event Name**: Rainbow Kitten Surprise
  - **Description**: Rainbow Kitten Surprise on Saturday, September 12 at the Midway Lawn at Champlain Valley Expo


> Rainbow Kitten Surprise has partnered with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to the Rainbow Kitten Surprise Fund, dedicated to building a more just and com
  - **Venue**: 105 Pearl Street Essex Junction VT 05452
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- **Event Name**: CAKE
  - **Description**: An evening with CAKE on Tuesday, June 2 at the Midway Lawn at Champlain Valley Expo

Children 12 and under are FREE (+ do not need a ticket)! No food or drinks allowed. Blankets and chairs are permitted. All events are rain or shine. All dates, acts, and
  - **Venue**: 105 Pearl Street Essex Junction VT 05452
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- **Event Name**: Jordan Davis
  - **Description**: Live at the Champlain Valley Fair
Presented by Haddad Subaru of St. Albans as part of the Michelob ULTRA Concert Series on the Jackson Enterprises | TYM stage!
 
Jordan Davis
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Doors: 5:30 PM Show: 7:00 PM

PIT (standing) 112-116:
  - **Venue**: Champlain Valley Fair
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- **Event Name**: Bret Michaels Live & Amplified with Night Ranger
  - **Description**: Live at the Champlain Valley Fair
Presented by Haddad Subaru of St. Albans as part of the Michelob ULTRA Concert Series on the Jackson Enterprises | TYM stage!
Bret Michaels Live & Amplified with Night Ranger
Sunday, September 6, 2026
Doors: 5:30 PM S
  - **Venue**: Champlain Valley Fair
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- **Event Name**: The Head and The Heart Tickets
  - **Description**: The Head and The Heart delivered heartfelt harmonies and uplifting energy that resonated with every fan.  
A night of soulful melodies and unforgettable indie folk magic.  
#TheHeadAndTheHeart #IndieFolk #LiveMusic #ConcertVibes #MusicMagic #TrendingNow
  - **Venue**: Burlington Waterfront, VT
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Music events in Essex?
  - **A:** Essex Summer Concert Series - Featuring Middletown Symphonic Band (Wed Jul 08 2026 at 06:30 pm at Main Street Park, Essex Village), Courses in History (Sat Jun 06 2026 at 05:00 pm at 36 Main St, Essex, CT, United States, Connecticut 06426), RED LIGHT-Scotch Plains Tavern-Friday October 23rd 8pm FUN! (Fri Oct 23 2026 at 08:00 pm at Scotch Plains Tavern), Scotch Plains Tavern's Return of Nightshift! (Sat Jun 13 2026 at 08:00 pm at Scotch Plains Tavern), Fusion at Scotch Plains Tavern (Sat Jun 06 2026 at 08:00 pm at Scotch Plains Tavern).
- **Q**: How can I find Music events in Essex?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Music events in Essex on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Music events in Essex?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Music events in Essex?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Music events in Essex include Main Street Park, Essex Village, 36 Main St, Essex, CT, United States, Connecticut 06426, Scotch Plains Tavern.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Music events in Essex?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Music events in Essex include Mary Ellen Barnes, The Griswold Inn, Red Light - Party Rock.
- **Q**: What types of Music events can I find in Essex?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Music events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Music events in Essex?
  - **A:** Follow the Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Music events are listed in Essex.

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