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Flickr image by Richele Cole (embedded), taken at the Bright Box Theater
It took a few months of living here (probably because I have two little kids in my house) to start to grasp the depth of the live music scene in the Winchester area. With all of the hyper-talented SU Conservatory students floating about our community, I figured there were live performances going on all over the place. Now, after devoting some serious time to find out about more and more cool spots to catch some live tunes, I decided it might be nice to try and put it all down in one place. As always, if I missed something here, don’t hesitate to let me know. And get out there and enjoy!
Backseat Bar and Grill
Image from Backseat Bar & Grill’s Facebook page
Country, blues and acoustic fill much (but not all) of the regular live music bill at this local favorite eatery. 104 Full House Dr, Winchester, VA 22603; (540) 665-9033. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Blue Fox Billiards
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Local, regional and national acts including country, metal, bluegrass and more. 1160 Millwood Pike, Winchester, VA 22602; (540) 665-2114. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
The Bright Box
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Local, regional and national acts of every kind located in the heart of Old Town Winchester. 15 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA 22601; (540) 665-2878. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Escutcheon Brewing Co
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Winchester’s original craft brewery features regular acoustic shows in their tasting room area. 142 W Commercial St, Winchester, VA 22601; (540) 773-3042. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Hopscotch Coffee & Records
Image of Fletcher C. Johnson performing from Hopscotch Coffee & Records Facebook Page
One of our popular local coffee spots, patronized regularly by nearby Shenandoah University students. Occasional acoustic live music on tap in this eclectic coffee/record shop with outstanding locally roasted beans; (540) 514-5356. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Mimosa
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This local Asian fusion restaurant offers an open mic every Thursday, as well as regular local original artists from country to jazz to electronic dance music (EDM). 202 Grocery Ave # 101, Winchester, VA 22602; (540) 545-8482. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Nana’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Image of Rick Harris from Nana’s Irish Pub’s Facebook Page
Live Irish, bluegrass, and rock music is performed weekly at this hidden gem of great Irish fare and live music right in the middle of Middletown, just steps from the new Gingerwolf Distillery. 7843 Main St, Middletown, VA 22645; (540) 868-9877. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Shenandoah University
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The world-class SU Conservatory turns out regular musical offerings year-round, from free, open rehearsals to nationally known conductors to their ever-popular Summer Music Theatre program. 620 Millwood Ave, Winchester, VA; (540) 665-4569. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Sweet NOLA’s Restaurant
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Live music, nationally recognized bands, and crazy-good Southern New Orleans-style food (“Food so good you need a safe word” according to their bumper sticker) in an intimate, funky cool setting. 688 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA; (540) 667-6652. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
~Old Town Walking Mall Restaurants~
147 North
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An energetic blend of open mic nights, acoustic bands, and even EDM fill 147’s busy weekend music calendar. 147 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA; (540) 313-4804. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Brewbaker’s Restaurant
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Local and regional live music, many times in conjunction with Shenandoah University. 168 N Loudoun St, Winchester, VA; (540) 535-0111. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Piccadilly Public House
Weekly piano bar on Wednesday and Thursday is juxtaposed with lively regional cover bands of every type acoustic performances on weekends. 125 E Piccadilly St, Winchester, VA; (540) 535-1899. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Java Kava Bar
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Sip fresh kava or coffee here at Virginia’s first kava bar while enjoying local young talent performing live (sometimes scheduled, sometimes not!). 16 S Loudoun St, Winchester, VA; (540) 313-7199. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
~Wineries~
James Charles Winery
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Live music every Friday and Saturday evening throughout the year, featuring a range of local, acoustic and SU conservatory performers and beautiful mountain views. 4063 Middle Rd, Winchester, VA; (540) 931-4386. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.
Valerie Hill Vineyard & Winery
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Enjoy regular acoustic shows on weekends throughout the year in a historic, intimate setting. 1687 Marlboro Rd, Stephens City, VA; (540) 869-9567. Click here for a schedule of upcoming shows.