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Date night on the 4

Evening plans that don't require driving down the hill: live music, wine, and a show.

The usual recipe works: dinner in Murphys, then whatever's on that night. Some evenings that's a band at the Lube Room in Arnold, some it's music at a winery, and in summer it's often a show up at Bear Valley.

Everything below is an upcoming evening event in the live music, wine, fine arts, or festival lanes. Start times run mostly 5 to 7 up here; check the event page for details and the weather chip before you pick a patio.

Wednesday, September 2

Thursday, September 3

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole
Thu3Sep

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole

Live MusicFree

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM72°Murphys·The Watering Hole
Tarantula Hawk
Thu3Sep

Tarantula Hawk

Live MusicFree

Tarantula Hawk plays live at Lake Alpine Lodge, right across the road from the water up at 7,000 feet. Music starts at 6 p.m. The deck bar and restaurant are open, so settle in with a drink and a bite. No cover, and it's a gorgeous spot to catch a set.

Tarantula Hawk
6:00 PM53°Bear Valley·Lake Alpine Lodge

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Friday, September 4

Live Music @ Murphys Community Park
Fri4Sep

Live Music @ Murphys Community Park

Live Music

The Frist Friday of the month concert series. Bring a chair, a blanket, a picnic, and your dancing shoes! Enjoy live music from The Blowbacks at Murphys Community Park from 5:00 – 8:00 pm

The Blowbacks
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM73°Murphys·Murphys Community Park
Wine Blending Night – Every First Friday
Fri4Sep

Wine Blending Night – Every First Friday

WineTicketed

Looking for something fun to do on a Friday? How about creating your own custom blended bottle of wine? We will have a selection of wines for you to chose from to create your own custom blend. You’ll be able to taste and create a custom blend of your choice. We provide everything for you to create your custom vintage wine, taste it, blend it, cork it and label it! The night is sure to be full of wine and fun. Food specials available. You can buy your ticket online or in house before the event. Reservations Required This is a 21 and over event. Sorry, no refunds.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM73°Murphys·Murphys Wine & Beer Garden
Live Music Upstairs
Fri4Sep

Live Music Upstairs

Live Music

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM71°Murphys·Boyle MacDonald Wines
Remedy
Fri4Sep

Remedy

Live Music
Remedy
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM68°Murphys·Murphys Irish Pub

Saturday, September 5

Cameo Plaza Summer Concert: Fabulous Off Brothers
Sat5Sep

Cameo Plaza Summer Concert: Fabulous Off Brothers

Live MusicFree

Free outdoor concert at Cameo Plaza featuring the Fabulous Off Brothers. Bring lawn chairs and snacks. 4,000 ft elevation — bring a light layer for after sunset. Dogs and kids welcome.

Fabulous Off Brothers
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM69°Arnold·Cameo Plaza
The Sky Kings
Sat5Sep

The Sky Kings

Live Music

A unique experience of Country Rock, Americana, and so much more. The Sky Kings is a classic Country Rock Americana band with a signature blend of clear vocal harmonies and lush instrumentation.

The Sky Kings
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM69°Arnold·Bistro Espresso
Us 4 Love
Sat5Sep

Us 4 Love

Live Music
Us 4 Love
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM72°Murphys·Murphys Irish Pub
Poor Man's Whiskey
Sat5Sep

Poor Man's Whiskey

Live Music$35.00

Poor Man’s Whiskey’s live show and sound are a blend of high octane old time/bluegrass music (often done on traditional acoustic instruments of banjo, guitar, fiddle, and mandolin) and a more psychedelic blues/jam rock style that calls upon their earlier influences such as Pink Floyd, Allman Brothers Band, and the Grateful Dead. Poor Man’s Whiskey seamlessly transitions between acoustic and electric styles with a carefully crafted commitment to well-written songs and stories…while maintaining an exciting element of improvisation and openness to letting a song expand. https://poormanswhiskey.com/ Opening will be Ten Dollar Pony, an indie folk-rock acoustic duo and band featuring original music alongside an eclectic mix of cover tunes. Their sound blends acoustic roots, folk, rock, and a little bit of everything in between. * Please note - Brice Station Tasting Room will close at 5 pm to open the bar for the concert

Poor Man's Whiskey
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM72°Murphys·Brice Station Vineyards
Live at The Lube: Brian Jirka Project
Sat5Sep

Live at The Lube: Brian Jirka Project

Live Music

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Brian Jirka Project
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM61°Dorrington·The Lube Room Saloon

Sunday, September 6

Live at The Lube: Snarky Cats
Sun6Sep

Live at The Lube: Snarky Cats

Live Music

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Snarky Cats
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM60°Dorrington·The Lube Room Saloon

Wednesday, September 9

Thursday, September 10

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole
Thu10Sep

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole

Live MusicFree

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PMMurphys·The Watering Hole
Trivia Thursday @ Murphys Wine Bar and Beer Garden
Thu10Sep

Trivia Thursday @ Murphys Wine Bar and Beer Garden

Wine

Our Trivia is 3 rounds, all Multiple Choice. Crafted by our own Doug Conrad and presented by Phil Gomez. Come out for a night of learning and laughter!

5:00 PMMurphys·Murphys Wine & Beer Garden
Open Mic @ Val du Vino Music Barn
Thu10Sep

Open Mic @ Val du Vino Music Barn

Live Music

“Open Mic” Tonight 7 pm @ The Val du Vino Winery Music Barn. All are welcome, so bring friends and family. Address of The Winery is 634 French Gulch Road, Murphys and the Music Barn is just up the hill from Val du Vino Winery, I look forward to seeing y’all tonight! Darrel

7:00 PMMurphys·Val Du Vino Winery

Friday, September 11

Live Music Upstairs
Fri11Sep

Live Music Upstairs

Live Music

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMurphys·Boyle MacDonald Wines
Mic on Tap Karaoke at The Pour House
Fri11Sep

Mic on Tap Karaoke at The Pour House

Live Music

Every other Friday night, the mic is live and the energy is high at The Pour House in Copperopolis.

KJ Johnny Rocksmith
8:00 PMCopperopolis·The Pour House

Saturday, September 12

Live at The Lube: Hit Eject
Sat12Sep

Live at The Lube: Hit Eject

Live Music

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Hit Eject
6:00 PM - 9:00 PMDorrington·The Lube Room Saloon

Wednesday, September 16

Open Mic @ Murphys Irish Pub
Wed16Sep

Open Mic @ Murphys Irish Pub

Live Music

Murphys Irish Pub hosts Open Mic Night every Wednesday from 6 to 8pm — an event you definitely don’t want to miss!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMurphys·Murphys Irish Pub

Thursday, September 17

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole
Thu17Sep

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole

Live MusicFree

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PMMurphys·The Watering Hole

Friday, September 18

Live Music Upstairs
Fri18Sep

Live Music Upstairs

Live Music

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMurphys·Boyle MacDonald Wines

Saturday, September 19

Live Music @ Prospect 772
Sat19Sep

Live Music @ Prospect 772

Live MusicTicketed

We’re excited to announce the lineup for our 772 Concert Series! Tickets are on sale now through our website, prospect772.com/calendar • August 1 – Midnight Flyer (Eagles Tribute) – $27.72 online | $30 at the door • September 19 – Star Dogs (70’s Pop/Dance) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • September 26 – Plan B (Classic Hits) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 10 – Breakaway (Blues Infused Rock) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 24 – Boomer (Classic Rock) – $17.72 online | $20 at the door All concerts begin at 5 PM After purchasing your tickets, there’s no need to print your confirmation or bring a ticket. Simply give us your name at the door, and we’ll have you on our guest list. Food will be available for purchase at each concert, with food truck announcements coming soon. Please note: Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited on the property.

5:00 PMAngels Camp·Prospect 772 Winery
Cameo Plaza Summer Concert: Flashback
Sat19Sep

Cameo Plaza Summer Concert: Flashback

Live MusicFree

Free outdoor concert at Cameo Plaza featuring Flashback — closing out the 2026 Summer Concert Series. Bring lawn chairs and snacks. Dogs and kids welcome.

Flashback
6:00 PM - 9:00 PMArnold·Cameo Plaza
Live at The Lube: Hit Replay
Sat19Sep

Live at The Lube: Hit Replay

Live Music

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Hit Replay
6:00 PM - 9:00 PMDorrington·The Lube Room Saloon
Greg Sutton and Friends
Sat19Sep

Greg Sutton and Friends

Live Music

Greg Sutton is a Northern California singer-songwriter whose music blends rock, blues, and Americana with soulful guitar work and heartfelt storytelling. With a catalog of original songs and recordings, Greg's music reflects a lifetime of inspiration, creativity, and a passion for crafting memorable melodies. His original song "Rain Across the Desert" was released as a single by European music publisher PA74 and is available on Spotify and other major streaming platforms. These days, Greg is enjoying making music with friends and fellow local musicians Ron Schaner, Steve Hayward, Bruce Cavestri, and Don Bott. Together, they bring decades of musical experience to the stage, playing an eclectic mix of classic favorites, blues, rock, folk-influenced Americana, and original songs. More than anything, they're a group of friends who simply love playing music together—and that joy comes through in every performance. https://www.gregorysuttonmusic.com/ Opening the show will be Emily Buss, who brings a little bit of everything to the stage, playing everything under the sun—from Top 40 favorites and acoustic country to classic rock hits. With a wide-ranging mix of familiar songs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. * Please note: This concert begins at 6:00 PM, one hour earlier than our usual start time & the Brice Station Tasting Room will close at 5 pm to open the bar for the concert

Greg Sutton and Friends
6:00 PMMurphys·Brice Station Vineyards
Brice Station Vineyards – Hilltop Concert Series
Sat19Sep

Brice Station Vineyards – Hilltop Concert Series

Live Music

Get ready for an evening where genres, generations, and grooves collide! The Earth Tones Trio & Band brings soulful vocals, inspired musicianship, and a diverse mix of ’60s classics, blues, and jazz standards that strike all the right chords of love, peace, and harmony.

Earth Tones Trio & Band
7:00 PM - 10:00 PMMurphys·Brice Station Vineyards

Tuesday, September 22

Wednesday, September 23

Thursday, September 24

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole
Thu24Sep

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole

Live MusicFree

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PMMurphys·The Watering Hole
Open Mic @ Val du Vino Music Barn
Thu24Sep

Open Mic @ Val du Vino Music Barn

Live Music

“Open Mic” Tonight 7 pm @ The Val du Vino Winery Music Barn. All are welcome, so bring friends and family. Address of The Winery is 634 French Gulch Road, Murphys and the Music Barn is just up the hill from Val du Vino Winery, I look forward to seeing y’all tonight! Darrel

7:00 PMMurphys·Val Du Vino Winery

Friday, September 25

Live Music Upstairs
Fri25Sep

Live Music Upstairs

Live Music

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMurphys·Boyle MacDonald Wines
Live at The Lube: Firelight
Fri25Sep

Live at The Lube: Firelight

Live Music

Kimberly Annand and myself have decided to start a little side project called Firelight – Acoustic Duo and we just got our first gig at the Lube Room Saloon in Dorrington on Friday Evening Sept 25, 2026. We hope to see you there.

Firelight
6:00 PM - 9:00 PMDorrington·The Lube Room Saloon

Saturday, September 26

Live Music @ Prospect 772
Sat26Sep

Live Music @ Prospect 772

Live MusicTicketed

We’re excited to announce the lineup for our 772 Concert Series! Tickets are on sale now through our website, prospect772.com/calendar • August 1 – Midnight Flyer (Eagles Tribute) – $27.72 online | $30 at the door • September 19 – Star Dogs (70’s Pop/Dance) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • September 26 – Plan B (Classic Hits) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 10 – Breakaway (Blues Infused Rock) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 24 – Boomer (Classic Rock) – $17.72 online | $20 at the door All concerts begin at 5 PM After purchasing your tickets, there’s no need to print your confirmation or bring a ticket. Simply give us your name at the door, and we’ll have you on our guest list. Food will be available for purchase at each concert, with food truck announcements coming soon. Please note: Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited on the property.

5:00 PMAngels Camp·Prospect 772 Winery

Wednesday, September 30

Thursday, October 1

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole
Thu1Oct

Thursday Summer Concert Series @ The Watering Hole

Live MusicFree

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PMMurphys·The Watering Hole

Friday, October 2

Wine Blending Night – Every First Friday
Fri2Oct

Wine Blending Night – Every First Friday

WineTicketed

Looking for something fun to do on a Friday? How about creating your own custom blended bottle of wine? We will have a selection of wines for you to chose from to create your own custom blend. You’ll be able to taste and create a custom blend of your choice. We provide everything for you to create your custom vintage wine, taste it, blend it, cork it and label it! The night is sure to be full of wine and fun. Food specials available. You can buy your ticket online or in house before the event. Reservations Required This is a 21 and over event. Sorry, no refunds.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PMMurphys·Murphys Wine & Beer Garden
Live Music Upstairs
Fri2Oct

Live Music Upstairs

Live Music

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMurphys·Boyle MacDonald Wines
Ironstone Summer Concert Series
Fri2Oct

Ironstone Summer Concert Series

Live Music

Get ready for a night you won’t want to miss! We’re excited to welcomeLynyrd Skynyrd • Foghat • Molly Hatcheton October 2nd!!

Lynyrd SkynyrdFoghatMolly Hatchet
7:00 PMMurphys·Ironstone Vineyards
SPIRIT/SONG
Fri2Oct

SPIRIT/SONG

Fine Arts

By David Bareford October 2 – 25, 2026 2 hours 15 minutes • With intermission A storm. A séance. And a lighthouse haunted by echoes of 150 years past. When a grieving novelist retreats to a remote Pacific Northwest lighthouse, past and present begin to overlap in unsettling and deeply moving ways. Winner of MCT’s 2025 Quill to Act Festival, this atmospheric world premiere blends ghost story, mystery, and romance. Audience Suggested for ages 12+ Content note: Themes of grief and supernatural suspense. TICKETS Patron tickets: $45 online / $50 at the box office All prices include fees. Yes. Really. Pay-What-You-Can at every performance Info & Tickets https://www.murphyscreektheatre.org/spirit-song

7:30 PM - 9:00 PMMurphys·Murphys Creek Theatre

Good to know

Where should we go for date night near Murphys?

Start with dinner on Murphys Main Street, then pick from the evening list on this page. The short version: live music somewhere in walking distance most weekends, tasting rooms into the early evening, and bigger shows at Ironstone or Bear Valley in season.

What counts as a date night event here?

Evening events starting 4:30 or later in the live music, wine, fine arts, and festival categories. Kids' events and daytime meetings don't make the cut.

Want a Thursday heads-up?

One email Thursday morning with what's coming up across the corridor, Angels Camp to Bear Valley. No spam, no ads.

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