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MONADNOCK REGION, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Residents and visitors will find plenty to do this weekend, with live music, dancing and performances taking place in Keene and nearby Vermont communities. Here’s a look at some events happening Friday through Sunday.
Friday, March 6
Ballroom Dancing Social
The Keene Family YMCA will host a ballroom dancing social Friday evening welcoming dancers of all skill levels. No partner is required, and light refreshments will be available. Admission is free for YMCA family members, $20 for members and $30 for guests, covering up to two people.
When: 6:30–8:45 p.m.
Where: Keene Family YMCA, 200 Summit Road, Keene
Cost: Free–$30
More info: https://www.keene-ymca.org
Awaiting Abigail With Sepsiss And Under The Horizon
Hard rock and metal band Awaiting Abigail will perform Friday night at The Stone Church. The band blends heavy guitar work, melodic vocals and layered soundscapes. Formed in 2024, the group features longtime collaborators and vocalist Abigail Hill, whose powerful stage presence helped define the band’s sound.
When: 7 p.m.
Where: The Stone Church, 210 Main St., Brattleboro, VT
More info: https://stonechurchvt.com
Kalos With Dan Houghton And Rachel Clemente
Celtic roots trio Kalos will perform at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT. Known for blending traditional Celtic, Breton and American folk influences, the group features Eric McDonald, Ryan McKasson and Jeremiah McLane. Opening the show are Scottish harpist Rachel Clemente and piper Dan Houghton.
When: 7:30–10 p.m.
Where: Next Stage Arts Project, 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT
Cost: $22 advance, $25 door, $10 livestream
More info: https://nextstagearts.org
Saturday, March 7
Tom Rush With Brendan Cleary
Legendary folk musician Tom Rush will perform at The Park Theatre in Jaffrey as part of the Peterborough Folk Music Society’s 30th season. Rush played a key role in the 1960s folk revival and helped introduce artists such as Joni Mitchell, James Taylor and Jackson Browne to wider audiences.
When: 7–9:30 p.m.
Where: The Park Theatre, 19 Main St., Jaffrey
Cost: $50 online, $60 day of show
More info: https://www.tomrush.com
Veronica Lewis
Singer-songwriter Veronica Lewis will headline a show Saturday night at SHOWROOM in Keene. The indie rock artist blends ’90s alternative rock influences with modern indie-pop sounds. Keene native Jonathan Stephen Braught will open the all-ages show.
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: SHOWROOM, 20 Commercial St., Keene
More info: https://www.showroomkeene.com
Sunday, March 8
Apple Hill String Quartet
The Apple Hill String Quartet will perform Sunday afternoon at The Colonial Theatre in Keene. The concert features works by women composers across three centuries, including Maddalena Lombardi Syrmen, Emilie Mayer and Grażyna Bacewicz, along with music by Arvo Pärt, Philip Glass and New Hampshire composer Amy Beach. A reception with light refreshments will follow the performance.
When: 2–4 p.m.
Where: The Colonial Theatre, 95 Main St., Keene
More info: https://www.thecolonial.org
]U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters
The U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters chorus will present a free concert Sunday at the Latchis Theatre in Brattleboro, VT as part of its 2026 Northeast tour celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The performance will feature patriotic music, traditional sea chanties and popular classics.
When: 3 p.m.
Where: Latchis Theatre, 50 Main St., Brattleboro, VT
Cost: Free (ticket registration recommended)
More info: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/usnavyband/u-s-navy-band-sea-chanters-brattleboro-vt