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SUMMARY:S. Carey (of Bon Iver) Solo + Strings w/ Hrishikesh Hirway
DESCRIPTION:S. Carey is the moniker of Eau Claire\, Wisconsin-based multi-instrumentalist\, songwriter\, and producer Sean Carey\, commonly recognized as the drummer\, backing vocalist\, and second longest serving member of Bon Iver. Over the past decade and a half\, Carey has fostered his flourishing solo career via themes of nature and sustainability\, songwriting built from jazz beginnings\, and heartfelt\, emotive lyricism. His latest release\, Watercress\, adds to a discography of four full-length releases\, two EPs\, and countless collaborations\, including Unbound with Bizhiki and Shadowlands with John Raymond. \nAs S. Carey developed his songwriting and producing talents\, he was commissioned by Will Arnett to write the track “Rose Petals” for his Netflix series Flaked\, co-wrote “Hold The Light” with Dierks Bentley for feature-length film Only The Brave\, contributed to Sufjan Stevens’ album Carrie & Lowell\, and has produced for and written with the likes of Low\, Mike Kinsella\, Pieta Brown\, Gia Margaret\, and Ed Tullett of Novo Amor. Carey and his adept band of longtime friends and collaborators celebrate their 15th year of touring everywhere from international headline shows to intimate living room performances to performing arts center stages.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/s-carey-of-bon-iver-solo-strings-w-hrishikesh-hirway/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T220000
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SUMMARY:Mickey Guyton & Friends Holiday Tour w/ Special Guest Denitia
DESCRIPTION:Mickey Guyton is a 4-time\, Grammy-nominated artist and country music trailblazer. \nWith her debut studio album\, Remember Her Name\, Mickey made history as the first Black female artist to earn a GRAMMY nomination in the country music sector with nominations for “Best Country Album.” “Best Country Song\,” and “Best Country Solo Performance.” Additionally\, she became the first-ever Black female country artist to perform at the GRAMMYs. The accolades paved the way for Mickey to be named TIME Magazine’s Breakthrough Artist of the Year in 2022 and CMT’s Breakout Artist of the Year in 2021. \nIn addition to expanding her fanbase internationally in 2025\, Mickey released her first full-length holiday album\, Feels Like Christmas\, which the Associated Press highlighted as one of the best new holiday releases for the year. She also performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade\, as well as made a cameo in the upcoming Hallmark movie “A Grand Ole Opry Christmas.” Earlier in April\, she appeared on the cover of Variety Magazine\, receiving Variety’s Power of Women award\, and she played in the NBA’s Celebrity All-Star Game in February\, after ringing in the New Year with a live performance in Times Square as part of CNN’s New Year’s Eve Live coverage.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/mickey-guyton-friends-holiday-tour-w-special-guest-denitia/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-17.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T220000
DTSTAMP:20261001T185201Z
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SUMMARY:Midnight Madness on West Street
DESCRIPTION:Midnight Madness on West – Annapolis Holiday Market\n\nThu\, Dec  10 & 17 \nWest Street & Church Circle \n\n\nVisit Annapolis’ West Street this holiday season and enjoy a special outdoor Holiday Market on Thursday night\, December 11 and 18 when the first block of West Street transforms into a winter wonderland with festive decor\, live entertainment\, art vendors\, a human hamster ball run and much more!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/midnight-madness-on-west-street/2026-12-10/
LOCATION:Inner West Street\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Visual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inner West Street Association":MAILTO:audrey@innerweststreetassociation.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T220000
DTSTAMP:20261110T212331Z
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SUMMARY:Rachael & Vilray w/ Taylor Ashton
DESCRIPTION:Since their formation in 2015\, Brooklyn-based duo Rachael & Vilray have achieved a certain timeless quality with their singular take on traditional pop. Though rooted in the language of an earlier age\, their songs transcend nostalgia with wit and a flair for the theatrical. On their third album West of Broadway\, vocalist Rachael Price (also of Lake Street Dive) and guitarist/singer/songwriter Vilray evolve their music’s previous dreaminess to achieve a refreshing angularity built on left-of-center instrumentation (e.g.\, vibraphone and alto saxophone coasting above the moody strains of baritone sax and trombone). Produced by Dan Knobler (Allison Russell\, Bahamas)\, West of Broadway unfolds in a series of sharply drawn vignettes inspired by a recent fascination with classic musicals—bringing their luminous vocals to offbeat tales of love and heartache along city streets.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/rachael-vilray-w-taylor-ashton/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-18.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T130000
DTSTAMP:20261022T191242Z
CREATED:20261022T191242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T191242Z
UID:10018056-1797017400-1797166800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Greater Annapolis Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION:Fri Dec 11\, 7:30 PM.\nSat Dec 12\, 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM. \nFull-length ballet with live chamber orchestra at AACC Robert E. Kauffman Theater. \nSun Dec 13\, 12:00 PM – Clara’s Dream \nA shorter\, interactive Nutcracker for first-time ballet goers. About an hour. \nAdd Become a Ballerina or a Prince before the show!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/greater-annapolis-ballet-presents-the-nutcracker/
LOCATION:Anne Arundel Community College Robert E. Kauffman Theater\, 101 College Parkway\, Arnold\, MD\, 21012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Activities,Live Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greater Annapolis Ballet":MAILTO:mmccarthy@greaterannapolsballet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T223000
DTSTAMP:20261110T212331Z
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SUMMARY:Carbon Leaf
DESCRIPTION:A touring mainstay and an indie folk rock staple\, this Virginia quintet’s well-hewn live show and musical style drift in and out of Americana\, bluegrass\, rock\, folk\, Celtic and pop traditions with ease\, using an arsenal of instruments to define the band’s lively stage presence and sonic landscape.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/carbon-leaf/2026-12-11/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-19.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T173000
DTSTAMP:20261110T212331Z
CREATED:20261110T212331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T212331Z
UID:10018188-1797089400-1797183000@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Carbon Leaf
DESCRIPTION:A touring mainstay and an indie folk rock staple\, this Virginia quintet’s well-hewn live show and musical style drift in and out of Americana\, bluegrass\, rock\, folk\, Celtic and pop traditions with ease\, using an arsenal of instruments to define the band’s lively stage presence and sonic landscape.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/carbon-leaf/2026-12-12/1/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-19.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T223000
DTSTAMP:20261110T212331Z
CREATED:20261110T212331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T212331Z
UID:10018189-1797107400-1797114600@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Carbon Leaf
DESCRIPTION:A touring mainstay and an indie folk rock staple\, this Virginia quintet’s well-hewn live show and musical style drift in and out of Americana\, bluegrass\, rock\, folk\, Celtic and pop traditions with ease\, using an arsenal of instruments to define the band’s lively stage presence and sonic landscape.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/carbon-leaf/2026-12-12/2/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-19.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T150000
DTSTAMP:20261110T212331Z
CREATED:20261110T212331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T212331Z
UID:10018190-1797166800-1797346800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Carbon Leaf
DESCRIPTION:A touring mainstay and an indie folk rock staple\, this Virginia quintet’s well-hewn live show and musical style drift in and out of Americana\, bluegrass\, rock\, folk\, Celtic and pop traditions with ease\, using an arsenal of instruments to define the band’s lively stage presence and sonic landscape.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/carbon-leaf/2026-12-13/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261213T220000
DTSTAMP:20261110T212331Z
CREATED:20261110T212331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T212331Z
UID:10018191-1797192000-1797199200@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Jon Lampley
DESCRIPTION:What comes next after 11 years with The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’s house band? For Jon Lampley\, the answer is Notes To Self — his sophomore solo album\, out June 26\, 2026\, and a deeply personal statement from an artist stepping fully into the spotlight. With praise from NPR and The New York Times already behind him\, Lampley enters this next chapter with confidence and clarity. \nLampley has made his name as a consummate trumpet and sousaphone player\, singer-songwriter\, composer\, and bandleader\, blending jazz\, soul\, gospel\, and contemporary roots music. On The Late Show\, he performed nightly under bandleaders Louis Cato and Jon Batiste\, honing his craft and stage presence before a global audience. Produced by Lampley\, The Diner (Jordan Cohen\, Clyde Lawrence\, Jonny Koh)\, and Michael Thurber\, Notes To Self pairs introspective songwriting with the virtuosity\, joy\, and communal energy that define his career. The album reflects on ambition\, optimism\, faith\, and growth\, with standout tracks like “Greener\,” “JOY\,” and “Maybe.” \nBeyond late-night television\, Lampley has built a reputation as one of the most versatile brass players of his generation. He co-founded the high-energy jazz-funk ensemble Huntertones and has performed in amphitheaters\, arenas\, and festivals with jam-rock mainstays O.A.R. and pop-soul powerhouse Lake Street Dive. Long regarded as an elite collaborator and sideman\, Lampley has increasingly stepped forward as a frontman\, composer\, and creative force in his own right.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/jon-lampley/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-20.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T210000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215039Z
CREATED:20261112T215039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215039Z
UID:10018368-1797274800-1797282000@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:AMFM Presents: An Annapolis Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis locals performing classic holiday favorites.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/amfm-presents-an-annapolis-christmas/2026-12-14/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T210000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215039Z
CREATED:20261112T215039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215039Z
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SUMMARY:AMFM Presents: An Annapolis Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis locals performing classic holiday favorites.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/amfm-presents-an-annapolis-christmas/2026-12-15/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T203000
DTSTAMP:20261102T202321Z
CREATED:20260930T190615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261102T202321Z
UID:10018106-1797363000-1797366600@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Bay Winds Band Winter Concert 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bay Winds Band for our 2026 Winter Concert Series “What’s in a Word”\n\n“What’s in a Word.”  Half-and-half program. The non-holiday half explores works that capture one-word ideas.  Holiday half explores some of the more colorful narratives and alternate themes of the holidays.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/bay-winds-band-winter-concert-2026-2/2026-12-15/
LOCATION:Unity by the Bay\, 4 Pointless Forest Trail\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Performance
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-Winter-Flyer-1.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018370-1797451200-1797458400@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Marc Roberge of O.A.R
DESCRIPTION:As frontman for multi-platinum-selling rock band O.A.R.\, Marc Roberge has performed for sold-out crowds at some of the world’s most iconic venues while helping build a remarkably devoted global fanbase. Three decades into O.A.R.’s career\, the New York City-based singer/songwriter/guitarist has also developed a distinct identity as a solo performer. \nRoberge’s solo shows trade the full-band energy of O.A.R. for an intimate\, stripped-back setting\, featuring reimagined O.A.R. favorites\, select covers and candid conversation with the audience. The format puts a spotlight on the deeply personal storytelling that has been central to his songwriting since O.A.R.’s formation in 1996. \nInspired in part by the tradition of classic country and folk troubadours\, Roberge continues to explore the more lyrical and roots-oriented side of his songwriting through his solo work.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/marc-roberge-of-o-a-r/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T220000
DTSTAMP:20261001T185201Z
CREATED:20261001T185201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T185201Z
UID:10017911-1797530400-1797544800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Midnight Madness on West Street
DESCRIPTION:Midnight Madness on West – Annapolis Holiday Market\n\nThu\, Dec  10 & 17 \nWest Street & Church Circle \n\n\nVisit Annapolis’ West Street this holiday season and enjoy a special outdoor Holiday Market on Thursday night\, December 11 and 18 when the first block of West Street transforms into a winter wonderland with festive decor\, live entertainment\, art vendors\, a human hamster ball run and much more!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/midnight-madness-on-west-street/2026-12-17/
LOCATION:Inner West Street\, Annapolis\, Maryland\, 21401
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Visual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inner West Street Association":MAILTO:audrey@innerweststreetassociation.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018371-1797537600-1797544800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Tartan Terrors: Celtic Invasion
DESCRIPTION:Tartan Terrors bring their Celtic Invasion to festivals and shows across North America\, blending the energy of a rock show with humour and stepdance. \nWith a distinctive sound and a proud tradition of making Celtic music fun and accessible to any audience\, the Terrors have played big stages across North America\, including The Iridium\, Times Square\, NYC\, Daryl’s House Club\, Pawling\, NY\, Freeman Arts Pavilion\, Selbyville\, DE\, Glasgow Lands Scottish Festival\, Florence\, MA\, and The Celtic Music & Craft Beer Festival in Dunedin\, FL. \nIn 2019\, we lost Ellen Irmisch\, co-founder of Tartan Terrors\, to a courageous battle with cancer. She was a bright light for our band and our community and we hold her memory and legacy with us in every performance.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/tartan-terrors-celtic-invasion/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.acaac.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/sq-4.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018373-1797624000-1797631200@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Pressing Strings
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Annapolis\, Maryland\, the powerhouse trio Pressing Strings\, led by guitarist and vocalist Jordan Sokel\, has earned a loyal following with their genre bending blend of blues\, rock\, and folk\, wrapped in soul-stirring storytelling and toe tapping grooves. Their music resonates with the emotional grit of blues\, the laidback swagger of folk\, and the urgency of modern rock. \nWhether delivering heartfelt ballads or energetic anthems\, Pressing Strings weaves lyrical introspection and high-caliber musicianship that feels both fresh and familiar. Sokel’s smokey voice and intricate guitar work is complimented masterfully by a star rhythm section. Held down tightly by drummer Justin Kruger\, an energetic and charismatic performer whose style mirrors his outside the box personality and unique approach to the instrument\, and bassist Nick Welker\, a solid and stoic figure who picks melodic lines and chordal voicings that makes the trio sound full and lush. All three members sing\, adding harmonies reminiscent of southern California in the 70’s. Together they push the limits of what a trio can do\, and provide an immersive\, feel-good vibe that hits the audience’s heart as hard as it does the ears. \nRecently\, the band has been touring the US coast-to-coast\, headlining clubs and delighting audiences at festivals such as Palisade Roots and Bluegrass Festival\, FloydFest\, Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival\, Firefly\, Sweetwater 420Fest\, and Cavefest\, while sharing the stage with major artists like Gov’t Mule\, Toad The Wet Sprocket\, JJ Grey\, and Neil Francis.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/pressing-strings/2026-12-18/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261219T140000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018372-1797681600-1797688800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:A SQRRL! Holiday (matinee)
DESCRIPTION:“Bring the whole family for this annual holiday concert experience you’ll never forget! SQRRL’s high energy and good fun creates an interactive experience guaranteed to have the kids and parents too\, singing and dancing to the holiday classics that make this time of year so special. Special appearances by Santa Claus\, Frosty\, Eddie the Elf\, Aunt Vicki and other SQRRL-friends. \n“Its nutty good fun all rolled up in one!”
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/a-sqrrl-holiday-matinee/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261219T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261219T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
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SUMMARY:Pressing Strings
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Annapolis\, Maryland\, the powerhouse trio Pressing Strings\, led by guitarist and vocalist Jordan Sokel\, has earned a loyal following with their genre bending blend of blues\, rock\, and folk\, wrapped in soul-stirring storytelling and toe tapping grooves. Their music resonates with the emotional grit of blues\, the laidback swagger of folk\, and the urgency of modern rock. \nWhether delivering heartfelt ballads or energetic anthems\, Pressing Strings weaves lyrical introspection and high-caliber musicianship that feels both fresh and familiar. Sokel’s smokey voice and intricate guitar work is complimented masterfully by a star rhythm section. Held down tightly by drummer Justin Kruger\, an energetic and charismatic performer whose style mirrors his outside the box personality and unique approach to the instrument\, and bassist Nick Welker\, a solid and stoic figure who picks melodic lines and chordal voicings that makes the trio sound full and lush. All three members sing\, adding harmonies reminiscent of southern California in the 70’s. Together they push the limits of what a trio can do\, and provide an immersive\, feel-good vibe that hits the audience’s heart as hard as it does the ears. \nRecently\, the band has been touring the US coast-to-coast\, headlining clubs and delighting audiences at festivals such as Palisade Roots and Bluegrass Festival\, FloydFest\, Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival\, Firefly\, Sweetwater 420Fest\, and Cavefest\, while sharing the stage with major artists like Gov’t Mule\, Toad The Wet Sprocket\, JJ Grey\, and Neil Francis.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/pressing-strings/2026-12-19/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T140000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018375-1797768000-1797775200@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Dra Brunch (matinee)
DESCRIPTION:Join Tula and Regina\, and some of the DMV’s finest\, as we celebrate the holidays.  No matter what you celebrate\, we got you covered.  So grab the family\, and even your friends\, and let’s have a joyful time this holiday season.  Get your tickets soon as this event is a sell-out.  Happy Chrisma-Kwanz-Akkah!!!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/holiday-dra-brunch-matinee/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260922T142447Z
CREATED:20260804T182902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T142447Z
UID:10016580-1797778800-1797786000@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Maryland Concert Series Presents...The Big Dougie "B" Christmas Show
DESCRIPTION:Maryland Concert Series Presents…  \nThe Big Dougie “B” Christmas Show \nSunday\, December 20\, 2026 \nHammonds Lane Theatre \n3PM  \n$15-$30 I ( $1.45-$1.90 fees)
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/maryland-concert-series-presents-the-big-dougie-b-christmas-show/
LOCATION:Chesapeake Arts Center\, 194 Hammonds Lane\, Studio 194\, Brooklyn Park\, MD\, MD\, 21225\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chesapeake Arts Center":MAILTO:info@chesapeakearts.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261220T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018376-1797796800-1797804000@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Morgan James
DESCRIPTION:“A phenomenal talent whose feel for classic soul music is bone deep…This woman is on fire.” -The New York Times \nMorgan James has a voice that needs to be heard; even when she was just a fifth grader belting out standards on a karaoke machine. After her grandmother heard her sing\, the matriarch footed the bill for James’ voice lessons\, positive that her granddaughter had the mysterious “it factor”. And\, despite the sometimes treacherous terrain of the music industry\, James has never tired in her quest. Whether it’s tussling with label executives\, covering and owning songs by the likes of the Beatles or Prince\, or creating her own brand of original soul music\, James has carved out an enviable and diverse career\, always on her own terms.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/morgan-james/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261221T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018377-1797883200-1797890400@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Steven Page formerly of Barenaked Ladies
DESCRIPTION:Steven Page will be touring with his Trio for a special series of shows to support his new holiday album\,Steven’s Greetings\, set for release in the fall of 2026. The highly anticipated release will be comprised of new originals\, holiday favorites he wrote during his Barenaked Ladies years as well as traditional holiday songs sung by one of the most recognizable and powerful voices in music today. In additional to seasonal music\, Steven will also be performing the hits we all know and love from across his nearly 40-year career.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/steven-page-formerly-of-barenaked-ladies/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018378-1797969600-1797976800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Peter Mayer: A Stars & Promises Christmas "This Town"
DESCRIPTION:Guitarist\, Vocalist and Songwriter Peter Mayer brings his acclaimed Christmas tour to the stage this holiday in “A Stars and Promises Christmas – “This Town.” Mayer is a frequent traveler in the musical world\, sharing the stage with James Taylor\, Paul McCartney\, Don Henley\, Paul Simon\, Dave Matthews and many others. Many know him best for his 35 years as lead guitarist for Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band\, and from his own career as a songwriter-performer which include: Warner Bros. Artist PM\, the Peter Mayer Group\, and his collaboration with his son Brendan Mayer. His own musical journey includes more than 20 albums\, among them\, four Christmas albums. \nThis marks the ensemble’s 27th year captivating crowds nationally with a world class group of musicians that includes violin\, woodwinds\, bagpipes\, electric and acoustic guitars\, percussion\, electric and acoustic bass\, and the rich harmony of five voices all moving seamlessly through an array of styles: Celtic reels\, folk songs\, world music rhythms\, classical carols\, jazz and rock ‘n roll\, along with a nod to the music of Jimmy Buffett. \nIn that spirit of giving\, each Stars & Promises performance will benefit a local food bank and/or charity in “This Town.”
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/peter-mayer-a-stars-promises-christmas-this-town/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261226T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261226T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018379-1798315200-1798322400@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Jimmie's Chicken Shack Holidaze Tour
DESCRIPTION:Jimmie’s Chicken Shack is an American alternative rock band from Annapolis\, Maryland. They emerged through MTV as one of the first post-grunge bands of the era. Blending funk-metal with elements of ska and reggae while also demonstrating surprising acoustic prowess\, lead vocalist Jimi Haha grew up in Maryland where he played with the group Ten Times Big. After that band broke up\, he snowboarded for two years before beginning several acoustic jams with friends. These coalesced into Jimmie’s Chicken Shack. Based in Annapolis\, MD\, the group formed their own Fowl Records\, which became a nexus for the leading bands in the tri-state area.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/jimmies-chicken-shack-holidaze-tour/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261227T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261227T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018380-1798401600-1798408800@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Captiol Fools
DESCRIPTION:What happens when Washington\, D.C.’s premiere\, political satire group – The Capitol Steps – call it quits after nearly 40 years? Most folks would agree that it was a great run\, and the story would end there. \nBut an intrepid group of cast members and a co-writer would not go quietly into that good night. This band of fools reflected on a world without musical\, political satire\, and didn’t like what they saw. And just like that The Capitol Fools were born. \nWhile foolish enough to embark on this new journey\, they were smart enough to not reinvent the wheel. Fast-paced\, laugh out loud show…check. Equal opportunity offenders…check. Skewering both sides of the aisle…check. If a “Steps-style show” is wrong\, they don’t want to be right. \nThe Capitol Fools hold up a mirror to our crazy political culture\, providing hilarious song parodies and foolish reflections that inspire belly-laughter as both sides of the aisle get skewered. Cast members from past seasons of the Capitol Steps perform all the beloved bits\, the mind-boggling backward talking spoonerisms\, break-neck costume changes\, over-the-top impressions\, and song parodies reflecting the day’s news. \nThe spirit\, irreverence and D.N.A. of The Capitol Steps lives on with The Capitol Fools!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/captiol-fools/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261228T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
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SUMMARY:Stephen Kellogg
DESCRIPTION:A Stephen Kellogg performance is like watching Ted Lasso live. Whether he’s playing music or doing stand-up\, his shows leave people inspired and restored. For more than two decades\, this wordsmith\, Tedx speaker\, stand-up comic\, author and troubadour\, has delighted audiences around the world. Planet Bluegrass calls him “a first class songwriter with a poet’s gift for fresh imagery\,” and Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz says of Kellogg\, “there are few people in rock n’ roll who are just so great.” He has received the Armed Forces Entertainer of the Year award and has won a Grammy for songwriting. Rolling Stone magazine describes his sound as “John Prine fronting the Heartbreakers.” Having recently performed the 3000th show of his professional career\, Kellogg will celebrate the milestone with the double album release of Road to 3000 Live! This accomplishment coincides with the distribution of his one-hour comedy special Maybe This Will Work on Amazon Prime. Blending music\, humor and storytelling\, each performance paints a unique canvas that covers the full spectrum of human emotions. You’ll laugh\, you’ll cry\, and you’ll go home with a full heart.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/stephen-kellogg/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261230T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261230T220000
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018382-1798660800-1798668000@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:The Seldom Scene
DESCRIPTION:Fifty-three years into a legendary career\, much has changed about The Seldom Scene\, starting with the venerable progressive bluegrass quintet’s various lineup iterations over time. But even as band members have stepped in and out of various roles\, what’s most important is what hasn’t changed: an undeniable knack for blending both old and new music and traditions without sacrificing what makes either potent and durable. Their current iteration is a true blue lineup: guitarist mandolin player Lou Reid\, bassist Ronnie Simpkins\, banjoist and fiddler Ron Stewart\, dobro player Fred Travers\, and guitarist Clay Hess. \nSince they started up together in 1971\, The Seldom Scene has dexterously performed original and traditional songs while presenting fiery and soulful reinterpretations of material by Merle Haggard\, James Taylor\, and more. The concept of bluegrass unshackling itself from a conservative\, straight-ahead mindset seems like a given now\, when some of its biggest stars fill stadiums and cross over with mainstream audiences\, but the continued presence of the Scene acts as a reminder that it wasn’t always so. Even if their playing style feels more at home in intimate clubs\, where the audience can feel their exuberance radiating from the stage\, the Scene’s elastic relationship to genre established an important precedent that encouraged their contemporaries and allowed bluegrass bands to expand their repertoire in ways that laid the groundwork for today’s bluegrass boom.
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/the-seldom-scene/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270101T001500
DTSTAMP:20261112T215040Z
CREATED:20261112T215040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261112T215040Z
UID:10018383-1798750800-1798762500@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:Michael McHenry Tribe\, Higher Hands & Andy "Slop" Hall
DESCRIPTION:New Years Eve Dance Party!
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/michael-mchenry-tribe-higher-hands-andy-slop-hall/
LOCATION:Rams Head On Stage\, 33 West Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rams Head On Stage":MAILTO:info@annapolissongwritersfestival.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270103T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T154842Z
CREATED:20261002T154842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T154842Z
UID:10017917-1798974000-1798995600@www.acaac.org
SUMMARY:First Sunday Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:First Sunday Arts Festivals – Where Community and Arts FuseA monthly (May to November) street festival on the first Sunday of the month featuring 130 local and regional artisans\, live music and café dining.  
URL:https://www.acaac.org/event/first-sunday-arts-festival/2027-01-03/
LOCATION:Annapolis\, 60 West St\,\, 60 West Street\, Annapolia\, Maryland\, 21401
CATEGORIES:Festival,Live Music,Visual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inner West Street Association":MAILTO:audrey@innerweststreetassociation.com
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