live music
Wednesday Wax at Medford Brewing Company
Medford Brewing Company Taproom 30 Harvard Ave., Medford, MAGrab your records for the next installment of WEDNESDAY WAX! Put your name on the sign-up sheet, spin two tracks when it’s your turn. Answer “Hey, where’d you get that record?!?” etc., then sign up again and again. Turntable will be set up at five and go until closing. Free to bar patrons, 21+ after 6pm
Cosmic Rush Band at the Great American Beer Hall
Great American Beer Hall 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, October 16, 2025 (8:00 PM–11:00 PM) at The Great American Beer Hall for a night powered by Cosmic Rush Band. Dive into soaring vocals, electric grooves, and a performance that spans genres—rock, soul, funk, or however they feel like playing tonight. It’s your chance to catch them up close, in a cozy venue, surrounded by good people and great energy.
Peel Dream Magazine / 22º Halo at Deep Cuts
Deep Cuts Brewery 21 Main St., Medford, MA, United StatesPeel Dream Magazine and 22º Halo at Deep Cuts at Deep Cuts | Medford, MA Peel Dream Magazine brings their dreamy, kraut-inspired indie pop to Medford for a night of hypnotic grooves and hazy melodies with support from 22º Halo. Doors: 7:00 PM (taproom opens at noon, serves food until 8 PM) $15 ADV / $18 DOS / 18+
Family and Children’s Concert: Pep Band
Distler Performance Hall, Granoff Music Center, Tufts University 20 Talbot Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesThe Tufts Pep Band performs a concert for children and families.
Fang Banger: Burlesque to Die For
Deep Cuts Brewery 21 Main St., Medford, MA, United StatesFang Banger: Burlesque to Die For ADHD Fever Dream is bringing you the HOTTEST show of the Halloween Season. We invite you into Deep Cuts for a night of fangs, blood, sexiness and all of the hot vampires you can handle. We’re just dying to sink our teeth into you. Costumes encouraged! Doors: 7:00 PM (taproom opens at noon, serves food until 8 PM) $20 / 18+
Maddi Ryan at the Great American Beer Hall
Great American Beer Hall 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesDon’t miss Maddi Ryan hitting the stage on Saturday, October 18, 2025 (9:00 PM–11:59 PM) at The Great American Beer Hall. Whether you’re here for the music, the vibe, or the company—this is one night built for soulful performances and good times. No cover. Just you, the sound, and the moment.
Juanita & Juan / Kathy Snax Band at Deep Cuts
Deep Cuts Brewery 21 Main St., Medford, MA, United StatesJuanita & Juan - https://juanitajuan.bandcamp.com Kathy Snax Band - https://kathysnax.bandcamp.com at Deep Cuts | Medford, MA Doors: 7:00 PM | Music: 8:00 PM Tickets: $18 Advance / $22 Day of Show | Ages 18+
Line Dancing Night at the Great American Beer Hall
Great American Beer Hall 142 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesGet ready to kick up your boots on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 (7:30 PM–9:30 PM) at The Great American Beer Hall for a fun-filled evening of line dancing. No experience needed—just bring your energy and enjoy communal steps, good music, and a friendly crowd. Let the rhythm guide you and the night take over.
Open Mic Night
Medford Public Library 111 High St., Medford, MA, United StatesHey, poets! Get ready to show your stuff at our Open Mic Night! We’re rolling out five-minute slots just for you to dazzle us with your own verses or a piece from your favorite wordsmith. Don’t miss this chance to shine or support your local verse-maker! This program is designed for adults. The library strives to be open and accessible for all. If you need accommodations to attend the program, please be sure to register. There is a follow-up question that will help us understand how we can include you in our programs.
Open Mic: Poetry & Song October
Arts Collaborative Medford 162 Mystic Ave., Medford, MA, United StatesSpinning Words, Singing Worlds Hosted by Medford Poet Laureate Vijaya Sundaram Featured Poet: TBA Suggested Donation: $5-$10 Poets, dreamers, and song-writers - we want to see you, hear you, and welcome you! Bring an original poem, story, or song to read or sing. We’ll provide a microphone and podium. Open mics are monthly! Check ACM website for upcoming dates.