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We reviewed 6,000+ Washington-area events to pick the 6 best live music events in Washington, DC between September 3 and September 9. Updated daily.

Our best picks: live music events in Washington, DC — September 3–9

THURSDAY
3
SEPTEMBER

DC Jazzfest Downtown 2026

4 PM·Anthem Row, 800 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001

Join DC JazzFest Downtown 2026 for FREE evening of live music, culture, and community. Saturday, September 3 on Anthem Row.

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Grooves in the Grove: Tre4rmDC

7 PM – 9 PM·The Grove · Washington

Grooves in the Grove returns Thursday evenings this Summer, bringing vibey beats to the waterfront. Tre4rmDC is an R&B artist whose sound is rooted in soul, groove and passion. His smooth delivery feels authentic and timeless.

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FRIDAY
4
SEPTEMBER

Rock the Dock at The Wharf featuring Perfekt Blend

7 PM – 9 PM·Transit Pier · Washington

Genre‑defying high entertainment group Perfekt Blend is performing on the Floating Stage at Transit Pier on Friday, September 4. This free concert, presented by Pacifico Beer, begins at 7:00 pm.

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SATURDAY
5
SEPTEMBER

22nd Annual DC JazzFest at The Wharf

2 PM – 10 PM·District Pier · Washington

The signature event of DC JazzFest will take place from September 5-6 on District Pier. Join us for live music performances by incredible artists—from homegrown talent to NEA Jazz Masters.

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Takoma Jazz

7 PM – 10 PM·Takoma Station Tavern, 6914 4th Street NW, Washington, DC

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TUESDAY
8
SEPTEMBER

Ben Rector

8 PM·DAR Constitution Hall (1776 D Street NW, Washington, DC 20006)

National Symphony Orchestra. Join acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Rector and the NSO for a moving musical tribute to America’s 250th anniversary and the places we call home. Inspired by fifteen years of touring across the country, this performance pairs Rector’s most popular originals with new orchestral works honoring…

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