Here is a listing of area live music and online music happenings for the weekend and week of Friday, July 14 through Thursday, July 20.
Usually the busiest weekend of summer for live music in central PA is Arts Festival weekend. And the schedule below offers proof…Happening this weekend are the annual Central PA Festival of the Arts in downtown State College, the People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts at Grange Park in Centre Hall, the 3rd annual Art in the Orchard at Way Fruit Farm near Strongstown, the Activate Altoona Music & Art Festival at Altoona’s People’s Natural Gas Field, the Penncrest Music Fest at Cresson Lake, the annual Bikers For Barkers motorcycle ride and concert at Roundhouse Harley-Davidson near Duncansville, the Bikers Kick Cancer’s Azz event at the Windber VFW, Philipsburg Heritage Days in Philipsburg, the Station Inn’s 30th Anniversary Community Event in Cresson, the Newburg Fire Company’s 100th Anniversary Bash and much more! Browse the listing below to see all of the live music entertainment options available, both outside and in. And with outdoor temperatures approaching 90 on Saturday, make sure to stay hydrated if you are taking in any of the outdoor events!
But pick out an event (or two or three), and – as always – SUPPORT LIVE MUSIC!
(Listings in chronological order by event start time.)
FRIDAY 7/14:
“3rd Annual Art in the Orchard” at Way Fruit Farm, Stormstown; featuring Eric Koval (10 a.m.), Joe Quick (12 noon), Corner Brothers (2:30 p.m.), Homegrown (5:30 p.m.)
People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts at Grange Park, Centre Hall; featuring State College Rock Camp (10:30 a.m.), Victor & the Icons (12 noon), JR Mangan Band featuring Veronica (1:30 p.m.), Jeff Mamett Duo (3 p.m.), Pure Cane Sugar (4:30 p.m.) and Best Friend’s Girl (Cars tribute, 6:30 p.m.)
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, State College:
– Allen Street Stage: RamaLama (11 a.m.), Mark DeRose and the Dreadnoughts (1:30 p.m.), The Extra Miles (3:30 p.m.), Triple A Blues Band (5:30 p.m.), Ted McCloskey & the Hi-Fi’s (7:30 p.m.), Cass & the Bailout Crew (9:30 p.m.)
– Festival Shell Stage: Altoona Brass Collective (4 p.m.), Kristi Jean & Her Ne’er Do Wells (6:30 p.m.), Friar’s Point (9 p.m.)
– Sidney Friedman Park: Chris Vipond & the Stanley Street Band (4:30 p.m.), Eric Mintel Quartet (7 p.m.), Steel City Calypso (9:30 p.m.)
– State College Presbyterian Church: Scythian (7 p.m.)
– Martin Luther King Plaza (Beverage Expo/Tasting Trail event): Conner Gilbert (3 p.m.), Overhead Duo (6 p.m.), Acoustic Artifacts (7 p.m.)
– State Theatre: Sam Bush (starts 8 p.m.)
Michael & Noah at Doggie’s Pub, State College (starts 4 p.m.)
Stacy & the Rejects (acoustic) at Carrolltown Farmers Market, Carrolltown (starts 4 p.m.)
Dave Balestino at Unter Uns Musical & Entertainment Society, Altoona (starts 5 p.m.)
“Night Market” with Jimmy Mowery at Coffee on 3rd, Duncansville (starts 5 p.m.)
The Frick Brothers at Harrigan’s Cafe & Wine Deck, Johnstown (starts 5:30 p.m.)
“Rockin’ the Yard” with Chasing Karma and The Four Horsemen (Metallica tribute) at Jaffa Shrine (upper lot), Altoona (starts 6 p.m.)
“Activate Altoona Music and Art Festival at People’s Natural Gas Field, Altoona; featuring Bone Jacked (doing Tom Petty tribute, 6 p.m.), Drive By Magic Show (doing The Killers tribute, 7:30 p.m.) and Walkney (9 p.m.)
The Silver Linings at C2 Trolley House (Lakemont Park), Altoona (starts 6 p.m.)
Big Red at 814 Cider Works (J.L. Farm & Cidery), State College (starts 6 p.m.)
Biscuit Jam at Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery, State College (starts 6 p.m.)
Chris Blaney at Olde Bedford Brewing Co., Bedford (starts 6 p.m.)
Chet & Mike (The PennSoulvanians) at Bella Terra Vineyards, Bedford (starts 6 p.m.)
The Corner Brothers at Cafe 210 West, State College (starts 6 p.m.)
Kevin Briggs at University Wine Co., State College (starts 6 p.m.)
Chris Welker at Angel Walk Winery, Allport (starts 6 p.m.)
“Concerts in the Park” with Felix & the Hurricanes at Penn Eben Park, Ebensburg (starts 6 p.m.)
Russell Wilburn at Asiago’s Tuscan Italian, Johnstown (starts 6 p.m.)
Acoustic Fingers at Woodside Bar & Grill (front bar), Johnstown (starts 6 p.m.)
Anna Pearl Belinda at Tussey Beer Garden, Tussey Mountain Ski Resort, Boalsburg (starts 6:30 p.m.)
“Newburg 100th Anniversary Bash” with Fortune & Glory at Newburg Fire Association Social Hall, Altoona (starts 7 p.m.)
Half Tempted at Tavern 27 (Park Hills Country Club), Altoona (starts 7 p.m.)
Patrick Kelly at Spring Dam Brewing Co., Roaring Spring (starts 7 p.m.)
“Summer Acoustic BBQ” with Rue Moyer at Blue Knob Clubhouse, Blue Knob All Seasons Resort (music starts 7 p.m.)
Lonesome River Band at Allensville Fireman’s Festival, Allensville (starts 7 p.m.)
Hair Force One at Philipsburg Heritage Days, Philipsburg (Sound Stage on Front Street, starts 7 p.m.)
“Summerfest and Car Show” with Metro at Revloc Volunteer Fire Company, Revloc (starts 7 p.m.)
“Twisted Tea Party” with Silver Screen at Woodside Bar & Grill (hall), Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Alec Henderson at Stadium Pub & Grille, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Time Zone at Fetz’s Sports Pub, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Giants Of Science at Trixie’s Pub, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Anchor & Arrow at Alla Spina at HiWay, State College (starts 7:30 p.m.)
“Concerts on the Village Green” with Free Range at Lemont Village Green, Lemont (starts 7:30 p.m.)
Coltt Winter Lepley at Levity Brewing Co., Altoona (starts 8 p.m.)
Freedom Rocks at Trianon Bar & Grill, Altoona (starts 8 p.m.)
Ronny C at Molly’s Pub, Altoona (starts 8 p.m.)
Adam & the Armadillos at Bluegill’s, Alexandria (starts 8 p.m.)
David Fox (formerly of Backseat Van Gogh) at Pine Grove Hall, Pine Grove Mills (starts 8 p.m.)
The Stevedores at The Bar, Boalsburg (starts 8 p.m.)
Jaime Dubetsky at Sons & Daughters of Italy, Patton (starts 8 p.m.)
Havoc at Heroes Tavern, Nanty Glo (starts 8 p.m.)
White Shadow at Moonshine Mine Saloon, Nanty Glo (starts 8 p.m.)
John Charney at Excise Distillery, Patton (8:45 p.m., following trivia)
Zac Grace at Saxton Volunteer Fire Company, Saxton (Huntingdon County Fireman’s Convention, starts 9 p.m.)
Strings Radio at Gallitzin IMS, Gallitzin (starts 9 p.m.)
The Desperadoes at Southmont Gardens, Johnstown (starts 9 p.m.)
From The Top at Dunlo Slovak Club, Dunlo (starts 9 p.m.)
My Hero Zero at Doggie’s Pub, State College (starts 9:30 p.m.)
Skoal Brothers at Cafe 210 West, State College (starts 9:30 p.m.)
Ted McCloskey & the Hi-Fi’s at Phyrst, State College (starts 10 p.m.)
Lowjack at The Brewery, State College (starts 10:30 p.m.)
SATURDAY 7/15:
People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts at Grange Park, Centre Hall; featuring The Extra Miles (10:30 a.m.), Country Connection Band (12 noon), Donny Burns Duo (1:30 p.m.), Heather Olson & the Silver Eagle Band (Patsy Cline tribute, 3 p.m.), Brad Crum as Elvis (4:30 p.m.) and Green River (Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogerty tribute, 6:30 p.m.)
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, State College:
– Allen Street Stage: Cat’s Eye (11:30 a.m.), The Sorters (1:30 p.m.), Hops & Vines (3:30 p.m.), The Centrefugues (5:30 p.m.), Jack Grace Band (7:30 p.m.), OK Otter (9:30 p.m.)
– Festival Shell Stage: State College Municipal Band (12:30 p.m.), My Hero Zero (2:30 p.m.), Tierradentro (5 p.m.), Low Water Bridge Band (7 p.m.), The Ruta Beggars (9:30 p.m.)
– Sidney Friedman Park: Songwriters Showcase (2 p.m.), Matt Otis & the Sound (5 p.m.), Zydeco-A-Go-Go (7 p.m.), Minas (9:30 p.m.)
– State College Presbyterian Church: Alice Howe & Freebo (8 p.m.)
– 3 Dots Downtown: WAVE (4 p.m.), Open Music (5 p.m.), Steve Ulrich/Big Lazy (6 p.m.)
– State Theatre: The 8 Ohms Band (7:30 p.m.)
– Martin Luther King Plaza: Eyes of Age (12 noon), Ted & Molly (Tasting Trail event, starts 5 p.m.)
“3rd Annual Art in the Orchard” at Way Fruit Farm, Stormstown; featuring Canoe Ridge (11 a.m.), Western Range (2 p.m.), Donny Burns & the 3rd Degree (5 p.m.)
“Activate Altoona Music and Art Festival at People’s Natural Gas Field, Altoona; featuring The Pines (doing Beatles tribute, 1 p.m.), Maul acoustic (2:15 p.m.), Juju Bone Blues Band (3:30 p.m.), The PennSoulvanians (4:30 p.m.), Sweet Desire (6 p.m.), Bad Luck Lover Boys (Fallout Boy/Green Day tribute, 7:30 p.m.) and Deny Your Maker (Alice in Chains tribute, 9 p.m.)
Penncrest Bank Music Fest at Cresson Lake; featuring Stacy & the Rejects, Stella’s Revival Acoustic Band, Jeff Webb & the Delectable Sound and Giants Of Science (starts 1 p.m.)
“Station Inn 30th Anniversary Community Event” at Station Inn, Cresson; featuring Kiara Smith (1 p.m.), Don Chappelle (3 p.m.) and The Zuds (5:30 p.m.)
Coltt Winter Lepley at Black Valley Provender, Everett (starts 2 p.m.)
“Bikers Kick Cancer’s Azz” benefit at Windber VFW, Windber; featuring Bazooka Joe acoustic (Pat & Jai, 3 p.m.), From The Top (4:15 p.m.), Frequency (5:30 p.m.), Still Rockin’ (6:45 p.m.) and Drive-By Magic Show (8 p.m.)
Matt Smolko at Excise Distillery, Patton (starts 3:30 p.m.)
Biscuit Jam at Cafe 210 West, State College (starts 4:30 p.m.)
“Bikers for Barkers” after-party at Roundhouse Harley-Davidson, Duncansville; featuring Avenue Of Kings (5 p.m.) and Completely Unchained: The Ultimate Van Halen Show (8 p.m.) (proceeds benefit Central PA Humane Society)
Gearett Fitzpatrick at Bella Terra Vineyards, Bedford (starts 6 p.m.)
Strings & Bellows at Olde Bedford Brewing Co., Bedford (starts 6 p.m.)
Dan Stonerook at Stone Town Tavern, Huntingdon (starts 6 p.m.)
Anchor & Arrow at 814 Cider Works (J.L. Farm & Cidery), State College (starts 6 p.m.)
Phil McCaulley at Woody Ridge Winery, Ashville (starts 6 p.m.)
Sam Coco at Germantown Winery, Portage (starts 6 p.m.)
Russ Wilburn at Woodside Bar & Grill, Johnstown (starts 6 p.m.)
Chris Rattie & the New Rebels at Tussey Beer Garden, Tussey Mountain Ski Resort, Boalsburg (starts 6:30 p.m.)
“Newburg 100th Anniversary Bash” with Autumn Rising at Newburg Fire Association Social Hall, Altoona (starts 7 p.m.)
Elephants Dancing at Levity Brewing Co., Altoona (starts 7 p.m.)
Matt Wagner at Spring Dam Brewing Co., Roaring Spring (starts 7 p.m.)
Coltt Winter Lepley at Blue Knob Clubhouse, Blue Knob All Seasons Resort (starts 7 p.m.)
Bree Gearhart at Juniata Brewing Co., Huntingdon (starts 7 p.m.)
“Music on the Beach” with Tussey Mountain Moonshiners at Whipple Dam State Park, Petersburg (starts 7 p.m.)
Ted & Molly at Cafe 210 West, State College (starts 7 p.m.)
The Raleigh Ringers (handbell choir) at State College Area High School, State College (starts 7 p.m.)
Bo & Tucker Moore at Fetz’s Sports Pub, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Dean Rumsey at Stadium Pub & Grille, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Bazooka Joe acoustic (Pat & Jai) at Trixie’s Pub, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Corner Brothers at Antifragile Brewing Co., State College (starts 7:30 p.m.)
“VOMA Jazz” with Don Aliquo Trio at Venue Of Merging Arts (VOMA), Johnstown (starts 7:30 p.m.)
Conner Gilbert at Molly’s Pub, Altoona (starts 8 p.m.)
Greg Burley at Bavarian Aid Society, Altoona (starts 8 p.m.)
Pure Cane Sugar at Zeno’s, State College (starts 8 p.m.)
Elvis and the Second Chance Band at Philipsburg Heritage Days, Philipsburg (Cold Stream Park, starts 8 p.m.; fireworks follow at 10 p.m.)
Kristen Nodell at Pine Grove Hall, Pine Grove Mills (starts 8 p.m.)
Felix & the Hurricanes at Moonshine Mine Saloon, Nanty Glo (starts 8 p.m.)
Derek Heidel at The Bar, Boalsburg (starts 9 p.m.)
Jukehouse Bombers at The Grove, Strongstown (starts 9 p.m.)
The PennSoulvanians at 4D’s Lounge, Altoona (starts 10 p.m.)
The SuperAlrights at Windber Hotel, Windber (starts 10 p.m.)
Lowjack at Phyrst, State College (starts 10:30 p.m.)
John Solo (John Cimino) at The Brewery, State College (starts 10:30 p.m.)
ONLINE: Servello Family livestream (Facebook, starts 7 p.m.)
SUNDAY 7/16:
“Newburg 100th Anniversary Bash” with The Sharptones (11 a.m.) and R-Dubs Band (3 p.m.) at Newburg Fire Association Social Hall, Altoona
“Sunday Brunch Sounds” with Josh Davis (solo piano) at Pine Grove Hall, Pine Grove Mills (starts 11 a.m.)
People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania Arts & Crafts at Grange Park, Centre Hall; featuring Kristi Jean Band (12 noon), The Nashville Music Company (1:30 p.m.), Joe Bonson & Coffee Run (3 p.m.)
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, State College:
– Allen Street Stage: Below Centre (12:30 p.m.), Skoal Brothers (2:30 p.m.)
– Festival Shell Stage: Chris Bell Band (12:30 p.m.), Velveeta (3 p.m.)
– Sidney Friedman Park: Bellefonte Community Band (2 p.m.)
The Evergreens at Stadium Pub & Grille, Johnstown (starts 1 p.m.)
“Sunday On The Lawn” Concert Series with Altoona Community Band at Baker Mansion, Altoona (starts 2 p.m.)
Autumn Rising unplugged at Unter Uns Musical & Entertainment Society (outside), Altoona (starts 3 p.m.)
“Open Mic” at Antifragile Brewing Co., State College (starts 3:30 p.m.)
“Seafood Boil” with Stone Creek Blues at Huntingdon Country Club, Huntingdon (starts 4 p.m., advance ticket required)
Chris Blaney at 814 Cider Works (J.L. Farm & Cidery), State College (starts 4 p.m.)
“Sunday Funday” with The SuperAlrights at Jim & Jimmie’s, Johnstown (starts 4 p.m.)
Matt Smolko at Ole Gray Mare, Carrolltown (starts 5 p.m.)
The Evergreens (5 p.m.) and Unplugged (6 p.m.) at Roxbury Bandshell, Johnstown
Stacy & the Rejects at St. Clair Tremont Club, Johnstown (starts 5 p.m.)
“Concert in the Park” with Zupe at Reservoir Park, Tyrone (starts 6 p.m.)
“Music in the Burg” with Stephanie & the Wild Hearts at Canal Basin Park, Hollidaysburg (starts 6 p.m.)
“ArtsFest Closing Ceremony” with Ghost Music, Owned By A**holes, Fez and Kevo Can’t Dance at Zeno’s, State College (starts 6 p.m.)
“Writers Round” with Nick Stahlman, Dylan Miller, Phil Reeder and Alyssa Hankey at Pine Grove Hall, Pine Grove Mills (starts 6 p.m.)
Ted & Molly at American Ale House, State College (starts 8 p.m.)
Felix & the Hurricanes at Black & Gold Tavern, Altoona (starts 9 p.m.)
MONDAY 7/17:
(NO SHOWS ANNOUNCED)
TUESDAY 7/18:
Steve Dixon at Three Twelve Kitchen, Huntingdon (starts 5 p.m.)
“Original Open Mic” with Coltt Winter Lepley at Bella Terra Vineyards, Bedford (starts 6 p.m.)
“Open Mic Night” with James Grove at D’Ottavio’s Gran Sasso, Hollidaysburg (starts 8 p.m.)
Donny Burns Duo at Phyrst, State College (starts 10 p.m.)
WEDNESDAY 7/19:
“Summer Concert Series” with XM at Old Canal Inn, Hollidaysburg (starts 5 p.m.)
“Live After 5 Wednesdays” with Lowjack at MLK Plaza, State College (starts 5:30 p.m.)
Eric Ian Farmer at The View (Mountain View Country Club), Boalsburg (starts 6 p.m.)
Carrolltown Public Library presents “Music in the Park” with The Moore Brothers at Carrolltown Legion Park, Carrolltown (starts 6 p.m.)
Jam Night at Unter Uns Musical & Entertainment Society, Altoona (starts 7 p.m.)
Lord Forest (Steve & Sam Christensen) at Pine Grove Hall, Pine Grove Mills (starts 7 p.m.)
Jam Night with The Frick Brothers at The Break Room, Twin Rocks (starts 7 p.m.)
Coltt Winter Lepley at The Fifth Alehouse & Eatery, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Denise Baldwin at Community Arts Center of Cambria County, Johnstown (Westmont) (starts 7 p.m.)
Damian McGinty (Celtic Thunder) at Bedford Elks Country Club, Bedford (starts 7:30 p.m.)
Jam Night at Dively’s Tavern, Johnstown (starts 9 p.m.)
Piano Fight Club at Phyrst, State College (starts 10 p.m.)
THURSDAY 7/20:
Country Cool at Northern Blair Senior Center, Tyrone (starts 10:30 a.m.)
“PA American Legion Wing Festival” with K4 Kountry at Legion Park, Hollidaysburg (starts 5 p.m.)
“WingFest” with Joy Marie & the Gill Street Band and Fleatwood Mac (Fleetwood Mac tribute) at Tussey Mountain Ski Resort (starts 5:30 p.m.)
Hanna Barakat at People’s Natural Gas Field, Altoona (pre-game performance before Altoona Curve, starts 6 p.m.)
“Downtown LIVE! Summer Concert Series” with Hot Wax on the Diamond, Hollidaysburg (starts 6 p.m.)
“Rock the Block” with Chasing Karma at the Square, downtown Bedford (starts 6 p.m.)
Conner Gilbert at University Wine Company, State College (starts 6 p.m.)
“Picks and Strings Open Stage Jam” at Wagon Wheel Amphitheater, Philipsburg (starts 6 p.m.)
“Songwriter Showcase” at 3 Dots, State College (starts 7 p.m.)
Poe Valley Troubadours at Elk Creek Cafe, Millheim (starts 7 p.m.)
The Clearys at Hublersburg Inn, Hublersburg (starts 7 p.m.)
Felix & the Hurricanes at Gallitzin American Legion, Gallitzin (starts 7 p.m.)
The Evergreens at Boulevard Bar & Grill, Johnstown (starts 7 p.m.)
Ted McCloskey at Happy Valley Brewing Co., State College (starts 8 p.m.)
Davis, Epley & Harrison (jazz) at Pine Grove Hall, Pine Grove Mills (starts 8 p.m.)
Donny Burns Duo at Cafe 210 West, State College (starts 8:30 p.m.)
Corner Brothers at Doggie’s Pub, State College (starts 9:30 p.m.)
ONLINE: Bob Helbig Live Stream (Facebook, starts 7 p.m.)
(NOTE: More shows may be added to this list as information becomes available. Feel free to check back.)
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