# Live Music in Portsmouth, OH | Gigs, Bands & Nights Out

- **Subtitle**: Find live music in Portsmouth, Ohio tonight, tomorrow and this weekend. Discover gigs, bands and open-mic nights at bars and venues near you.
- **Category**: Live Music
- **Type**: other

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## Featured Events

- **Event Name**: Lawrence County Veterans Benefit Concert
  - **Description**: Join us for the Lawrence County Veterans Benefit Concert on Saturday, November 14th from 4pm to midnight at the Historic Upstairs Elks Ballroom at 416 Park Ave. Ironton, Ohio.Live MusicSouthSide, Aces & Eights, Chasing Ye
  - **Date**: Sat, 14 Nov at 04:00 pm – Sat, 14 Nov at 11:45 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ironton/lawrence-county-veterans-benefit-concert-tickets/80001193648800
  - **Venue**: 416 Park Ave
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  - **Categories**: concerts

## About

For the ones whose heart beats for music, live music events are something that you will absolutely enjoy. Groove on the most upbeat songs and enjoy the best of live music in Portsmouth. You will find music of all kinds and genres, discover the ones that fit your interests and enjoy the spellbinding surroundings near you. You will be in a constant dilemma what to choose and what to drop, because there is music beating all around the city. From jazz nights at the jazz clubs to soulful musical events at the best live music venues in Portsmouth.
Discover all the mesmerizing and all the heavy & loud music events near you.

## Live Music Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: MSPIB Farmers Market - Music & Prize Wheel Day
  - **Description**: The September 26 MSPIB Farmers Market features live music!​  This Special Event is sponsored by WesBanco Portsmouth Banking Center.

This musical performance is an America 250 Celebration event complementing Ohio's theme for September, "Ohio Plays - Sport
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Sep 26 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/mspib-farmers-market-music-and-prize-wheel-day/200030013671938
  - **Venue**: Roy Rogers Esplanade
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  - **Categories**: farmers-markets, music, entertainment, live-music, sports, food-drinks, health-wellness, festivals, music-festivals
- **Event Name**: Triumphant Quartet in Portsmouth
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Triumphant Quartet Experience LIVE at Vern Riffe Center for the Arts—This Saturday, October 10, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Triumphant Quart
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 (-04:00)
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  - **Venue**: Vern Riffe Center for the Arts
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- **Event Name**: Welcome back to John Green on the Patio!
  - **Description**: 🎸 HE’S BACK! 🎶

Join us in giving a warm welcome back to John Green, taking the stage live at The Den Bar and Grill!

Get ready for an incredible evening filled with great live music, ice-cold drinks, delicious food, and great company. You won’t want to m
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/welcome-back-to-john-green-on-the-patio/200030596394812
  - **Venue**: 3700 Rhodes Ave, New Boston, OH, United States, Ohio 45662
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- **Event Name**: Portsmouth Wind Symphony-Sounds of the Season: Joyous Winds & Festive Voices
  - **Description**: Do you hear what I hear? It’s the Portsmouth Wind Symphony bringing your favorite Christmas carols to the VRCFA. Come celebrate Christmas with classics like Ukrainian Bell Carol, Sleigh Ride, an audience sing-along, and selections from the Christmas Chora
  - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/portsmouth-wind-symphony-sounds-of-the-season-joyous-winds-and-festive-voices/200030707446152
  - **Venue**: Vern Riffe Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: An Evening of Dueling Pianos & Good Times
  - **Description**: 🎹 The Keys Are Back! Notre Dame Dueling Pianos 🎹

Get ready for an epic night of music, laughter, and sing-alongs at our Dueling Pianos event! We are excited to welcome Howl2GO Dueling Pianos as our performers for the evening.

Join us at Notre Dame High
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  - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Nov 20 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/an-evening-of-dueling-pianos-and-good-times/200030333075347
  - **Venue**: 2220 Sunrise Ave, Portsmouth, OH
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, calendar, pop
- **Event Name**: Mountain Stage at Vern Riffe Center for the Arts at Shawnee State University
  - **Date**: Sun May 02 2027 at 07:00 pm – Sun May 02 2027 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/mountain-stage-at-vern-riffe-center-for-the-arts-at-shawnee-state-university/2400030576555057
  - **Venue**: Vern Riffe Center for the Arts at Shawnee State University
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Portsmouth Wind Symphony-Maestro of the Movies: The Music of John Williams
  - **Description**: Even if you don’t know his name, you know his music. John Williams’ epic scores have helped make many movies iconic, including Star Wars, Jurassic Park, ET, Indiana Jones, and Superman. Revisit cinematic memories as the Portsmouth Wind Symphony celebrates
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  - **Date**: Sat May 15 2027 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/portsmouth-wind-symphony-maestro-of-the-movies-the-music-of-john-williams/200030707445041
  - **Venue**: Vern Riffe Center for the Arts
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- **Event Name**: Faithfully: The Ulitmate Eagles and Journey Experience
  - **Description**: Get ready to experience the ultimate Eagles and Journey tribute band with Faithfully, delivering the timeless hits, soaring vocal harmonies, and high-energy stadium anthems of both legendary rock bands live in concert.
​From heartfelt ballads to iconic hi
  - **Date**: Fri May 07 2027 at 07:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/faithfully-the-ulitmate-eagles-and-journey-experience/200030707445343
  - **Venue**: Vern Riffe Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts
- **Event Name**: Portsmouth Eagles
  - **Description**: We’re comin’ to your  City,  gonna play our guitars and sang you a Country song
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 25
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 – Sat Dec 05 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/portsmouth-eagles/200030430646205
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth Eagles
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: 11th Hour in Portsmouth
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch 11th Hour Live at Rubyville Community Church on Saturday, February 27, 2027! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? 11th Hour is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Bloodline,
  - **Date**: Sat Feb 27 2027 at 06:00 pm – Sat Feb 27 2027 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portsmouth/11th-hour-in-portsmouth/3300029954329434
  - **Venue**: Rubyville Community Church
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, performances, live-music

## Trending Events in Portsmouth

- **Event Name**: UB40 at The Music Hall - Portsmouth
  - **Venue**: The Music Hall - Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: UB40
  - **Venue**: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: Charlie Musselwhite & GA-20
  - **Venue**: Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club
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- **Event Name**: Ruthie Foster
  - **Description**: InformationGrammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Ruthie Foster has spent more than three decades crafting a powerful blend of blues, soul, folk, and gospel. After earning her first Grammy in 2024 for Best Contemporary Blues Album with
  - **Venue**: Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club
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- **Event Name**: Little Feat in Portsmouth
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Little Feat Live in Portsmouth on Friday, October 2, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Little Feat like never before? With chart-topping hits like Dixie Chicken, Two Trains and Spanish Moon and 460.7K
  - **Venue**: Music Hall
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- **Event Name**: UB40: The Unstoppable Tour
  - **Description**: UB40

Venue: The Historic Theater at The Music Hall
Portsmouth, NH

Date: Sep 22, 2026 - 07:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Portsmouth, NH
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- **Event Name**: Charlie Musselwhite with GA-20
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club
🏠 Address: 135 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
🌆 City: Portsmouth
📍 Location: 43.0762, -70.7601✨ Experience the magic of Charlie Musselwhite with GA-20, where moments become memories that last a
  - **Venue**: Jimmys Jazz and Blues Club
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- **Event Name**: Gladys Knight Tickets
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience an unforgettable evening with Gladys Knight as her legendary voice, soulful classics, and timeless performances captivate every fan.
✨ Be moved by powerful vocals, heartfelt melodies, and the incredible artistry of one of music's greatest ico
  - **Venue**: Rivers Casino Portsmouth
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- **Event Name**: Lucinda Williams at The Music Hall Lounge in The Historic Theater - Portsmouth
  - **Venue**: The Music Hall Lounge in The Historic Theater - Portsmouth
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** MSPIB Farmers Market - Music & Prize Wheel Day (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:00 am at Roy Rogers Esplanade), Triumphant Quartet in Portsmouth (Sat Oct 10 2026 at Vern Riffe Center for the Arts), Welcome back to John Green on the Patio! (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at 3700 Rhodes Ave, New Boston, OH, United States, Ohio 45662), Portsmouth Wind Symphony-Sounds of the Season: Joyous Winds & Festive Voices (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 07:00 pm at Vern Riffe Center for the Arts), An Evening of Dueling Pianos & Good Times (Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:00 pm at 2220 Sunrise Ave, Portsmouth, OH).
- **Q**: What are the top free Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Lawrence County Veterans Benefit Concert (Sat, 14 Nov at 04:00 pm at 416 Park Ave).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Portsmouth this weekend September 25–27, 2026?
  - **A:** MSPIB Farmers Market - Music & Prize Wheel Day (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:00 am at Roy Rogers Esplanade), Welcome back to John Green on the Patio! (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at 3700 Rhodes Ave, New Boston, OH, United States, Ohio 45662).
- **Q**: What Live Music events are happening in Portsmouth in September 2026?
  - **A:** MSPIB Farmers Market - Music & Prize Wheel Day (Sat Sep 26 2026 at 09:00 am at Roy Rogers Esplanade), Welcome back to John Green on the Patio! (Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at 3700 Rhodes Ave, New Boston, OH, United States, Ohio 45662).
- **Q**: How can I find Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Live Music events in Portsmouth on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **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 Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Live Music events in Portsmouth include Roy Rogers Esplanade, Vern Riffe Center for the Arts, 3700 Rhodes Ave, New Boston, OH, United States, Ohio 45662.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Live Music events in Portsmouth include Main Street Portsmouth In Bloom, Concert Tracker, The Den Sports Bar & Grill.
- **Q**: What types of Live Music events can I find in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** You can explore a variety of live music sub-genres and styles including Hip Hop Music, House Music, Classical Music, Afrobeats, Bachata and more.
- **Q**: Are there any online Live Music events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Live 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 Live Music events in Portsmouth?
  - **A:** Follow the Live Music category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Live Music events are listed in Portsmouth.

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