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Band of the week
Every week, one local act goes front and center on Traverse City Vibe — free, always. The first band to send a complete promo pack takes the slot: a real photo, a short bio, your next show, your links, and permission to publish the photo. Already listed below? Send your pack and claim it the same way.
This week in TC
Real shows at real Traverse City venues, gathered from venue calendars, band pages and the bands themselves. Always confirm with the venue before you head out.
Featured — Live Music
All ages, general admission. Seated style show; standing and dancing encouraged. Doors & bar 7:00 PM. Lost Swimmer opening. Source: The Alluvion.
Source updated since last check — confirm before you go
The locals
The musicians who make Traverse City sound like Traverse City. Catch them live, and if you’re in one, get listed free.
Illustrative imageClassic MetalPeril is a Traverse City classic metal trio playing classic covers — regulars on Northern Michigan stages, including two nights at Kilkenny's Irish Public House.
Illustrative imageIndie FolkAnna p.s. is an indie folk solo act — guitar, flute, foot percussion and vocals, layered live with a looper pedal — and a former audio engineer who stepped out solo in 2014 after founding indie roots rock band Shiny Shiny Black. Debut LP Umbrella came out in July 2016. A returning visitor to Traverse City stages, playing Middle Coast Brewing.
Illustrative imageBauer Jones plays live music at Seven Hills on Old Mission Peninsula, returning to the room after September 2026 shows there, and takes the stage at Old Mission Distilling.
Illustrative imageJeff Linsell plays live music in Traverse City, including a show at North Bar in downtown Traverse City.
Where the music lives
From listening rooms to dive bars to winery patios, every stage in town, on the map.
Illustrative image2 this weekIrish pub on Front Street known for giving new local bands a stage.
Every week Tuesdays: Will Harris Trio, 8 PM–midnight · Wednesdays: The Pocket, 8 PM–midnight · Thursdays: DJ Leo, 9:30 PM–1:30 AM
Illustrative image1 this weekHistoric 1891 opera house in downtown Traverse City.
Illustrative image1 this weekDowntown Traverse City listening room hosting touring and local acts.
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Illustrative imageRooftop cocktail lounge in downtown Traverse City with live music.
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Illustrative imageSmall-batch distillery and tasting room on Old Mission Peninsula.
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Illustrative imageIntimate, cozy cocktail lounge with live local music.
Every week Tue–Sat: live local music, 8–11 PM
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Illustrative imageVenue calendars change fast. Call ahead or check their pages before you go.
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