Get ready to boogie this Friday! You Should Be Dancing brings the most explosive Bee Gees tribute experience to Sweetwater for a night of disco fever and iconic hits.
You Should Be Dancing (YSBD) is widely regarded as the most explosive Bee Gees experience in North America, and they're bringing their electrifying show to Sweetwater Music Hall on Friday, September 11th. Recognized for their incredible flair and onstage charisma, YSBD effortlessly recreates the iconic Bee Gees sound while elevating the visual spectacle to new heights. Sing and dance along to beloved classics like 'Stayin' Alive', 'Night Fever', 'How Deep Is Your Love', 'More Than A Woman', and so many more. The setlist also features Bee Gees-penned hits written for Dolly Parton, Celine Dion, Barbara Streisand, Diana Ross, and other legends. YSBD has appeared on ABC, CBS, and the CW, and has shared stages with America, The Beach Boys, Boyz II Men, Chicago, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and Smokey Robinson.
This is an all-ages event, so bring the whole family for a night of pure disco magic!
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Tickets: $43.73
Two of the Bay Area's most popular tribute bands, Tainted Love + Mustache Harbor, will be headlining Hopmonk's Cookout Concert Series on this Friday and Saturday,. Get ready for a unforgettable weekend 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.
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: $49.22 (General Admission)
** Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Kick off the weekend with live music, waterfront views, and a picnic in the park at Sausalito’s beloved Jazz & Blues by the Bay concert series!
The music returns to Gabrielson Park this Friday with Mike "Spiderman" Robinson - a multi-platinum Bay Area keyboardist, writer, and recording artist known as the "King of the Old School
Hungry? There will be food for purchase by Fully'z-VeSoul Cafe (southern loaded mac and cheese, cajun corn ribs and buttermilk cornbread muffins)
Guests are also welcome to bring their own food and beverages.
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Free Admission
Toast the weekend with delicious food and bluegrass music at Rancho Nicasio.
Broken Compass Bluegrass is leading the way in the contemporary bluegrass revival, combining tradition with innovation in a way that appeals to both longtime fans and new listeners alike. Their live performances are characterized by tight harmonies, truly impressive solos, and an undeniable joy that permeates with every note they play. The band's repertoire includes numerous original compositions as well as fresh takes on timeless classics, all delivered with their own distinctive style.
From the moment they take the stage, it's clear that Broken Compass Bluegrass is something different. Their energy is palpable as they weave intricate melodies and harmonize with ease, creating a wall of sound that transports fans to a place where tradition meets innovation. Whether you're a die-hard bluegrass aficionado or just looking for some foot-stomping fun, Broken Compass Bluegrass is sure to leave you spellbound and inspired.
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Tickets: $30
** Dinner is NOT included in the ticket price.
Downtown San Rafael's West End hosts a lively block party every Friday through October 16. Enjoy eight unforgettable Fridays filled with music and community spirit, all generously sponsored by Pint Size Lounge. Don’t miss out on the fun, bring your friends and family to experience the best of San Rafael’s West End!
Friday, September 4th: Tom Finch Group will be bringing the party with high energy dance grooves, killer vocals and multi-instrumental mayhem!
Friday, September 18: West End Girls
Friday, September 25: The Crooked Stuff
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Admission is FREE
Grab your lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and head to Belvedere Community Park for their Free Summer Concert Series. Get ready for a Sunday afternoon of music, dancing, and family fun.
The series concludes this Sunday with Foreverland, the Bay Area's premier Michael Jackson tribute band. Sing along to all the timeless hits and enjoy a memorable afternoon with family and friends.
All concerts begin at 4pm with the Star-Spangled Banner, followed by an opening act and the featured headliner.
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Free Admission
Marin Theatre Company (MTC) presents The White Chip, a sobering comedy of errors (August 27 - September 20).
Success seems to come easily to Steven McAlister. Charismatic and constantly in motion, he’s built a life that looks enviable from the outside — complete with a dream job at a prestigious theatre. But from his very first drink at 12, it’s clear he has been lying to himself for years. Equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking, this “recovery comedy” unfolds from Steven’s own disarmingly candid and charmingly funny perspective. Named for the tokens given in Alcoholics Anonymous to mark the beginning of sobriety, The White Chip follows Steven as he barrels through the highs, lows, and spectacular missteps of addiction, telling a story about the courage to start over, one day at a time. Marin Artistic Director Lance Gardner helms this production.
Anyone in recovery with a chip of any color is welcome to attend The White Chip as our guest.
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Tickets: $59 (General); $35 (Under 35); $15 (Student)
Get ready for a high-energy night of ska, punk, surf and rock ‘n’ roll when Rocksteady Riot + The Nineteens take over Sausalito’s legendary No Name Bar this Sunday from 8–11pm.
Rocksteady Riot brings an eclectic, dance-ready mix of ska, reggae, punk and new wave, covering favorites from The English Beat, The Specials, Rancid, Sublime, The Offspring, The Clash, Green Day, Social Distortion, Bob Marley, Fishbone, The Police, Blondie and more.
Joining them are The Nineteens, serving up a high-octane blend of surf, ska, rockabilly and punk rock ‘n’ roll, with a sound that pays homage to icons like The Clash, The Pretenders and Elvis Costello.
Two bands, three hours of live music, and one of Sausalito’s most iconic watering holes. Come grab a drink and get ready to dance.
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No cover charge
Swifty, a Taylor Swift tribute band “by Swifties, for Swifties," is performing this Monday, September 7th (Labor Day) at The Junction.
Young actor and musician Gillian Eichenberger sparkles in the role of Taylor, and is backed up by a terrific band headed by prolific singer/songwriter Jon Chi. So bust out your bodysuit, throw on your friendship bracelets, and get ready to “Shake It Off” to your favorite songs.
Dance party, costume contest, Taylor inspired drinks specials!
Tickets: $30
Murder, mystery, femme fatales and plenty of shady characters are taking over The Lark Theater for its Film Noir series, September 2–7.
The lineup brings some seriously iconic movies back to the big screen, including Key Largo with Humphrey Bogart & Lauren Bacall, Orson Welles’ Touch of Evil and The Lady from Shanghai, The Asphalt Jungle with Marilyn Monroe, In a Lonely Place, The Night of the Hunter, and Fritz Lang’s groundbreaking thriller M. There are also some more modern twists on the genre, including Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Angel Heart, Dark City and Sin City.
But the coolest local connection comes on Wednesday, September 2, when the series kicks off with an opening-night reception and a screening of the 1949 noir classic Impact — which was filmed right here in Larkspur and around Marin County.
Whether you’re a Bogart buff, a Hitchcock-era movie lover or just looking for an excuse to spend a few hours in a dark theater with popcorn, this is a fun chance to catch some legendary films on the big screen.
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Tickets: $10 general / $8 Lark members
