Events

Washougal Songcraft Festival
2025-08-09 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-08-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-16 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-17 10:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Reflection Plaza, 1703 Main St., Washougal, WA, 98671, United States
The Washougal Songcraft Festival is Aug. 9, 15 and 16 in Reflection Plaza in downtown Washougal. Festival singers and songwriters will participate in the Washougal Art and Music Festival, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 9. The following weekend will feature two multi-artist concerts, on the afternoon of Aug. 15 and another from noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 16. The festival will end with singer/songwriter workshops and a community open mic on Aug. 17 at the Washougal Community Center, 1681 C St., Washougal.

Saturdays in the Park
2025-08-09 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Sternwheeler Park, 100 E. Fourth St., La Center, WA, United States
La Center offers Saturdays in the Park with live music in the Sternwheeler Park Amphitheater at 6 p.m. on Saturdays, June 28 through Aug. 16. The event is free and family-friendly, featuring a wide range of rock and cover songs from the 90s to the 2010s. Get more details at facebook.com/p/Saturdays-in-the-Park-100057689881489/. The line-up is:

June 28: Happy Face
July 5: Fortunate Gold
July 12: Kevin Self and the Tornadoes
July 19: Rick Layton and Tough Town
Aug. 2: Nobody’s Sweetheart
Aug. 9: The Filament
Aug. 16: Whiskey and Wildflowers

Magenta Theater "Unplugged' Music Showcase
2025-08-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Magenta Theater will host a free acoustic music showcase from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 9.
Magenta Theater is excited to present another free music showcase, this time featuring talented local musicians in an intimate acoustic format. While the block directly in front of the theater is under construction, there’s plenty of free parking available around the building and nearby.
This event is sponsored by Jam Session.
Admission is free but seating is limited to 150, so it is recommend to reserve tickets in advance. Visit the Magenta Theater website and click “Get Tickets.” Walk-ins are also welcome, but seating is first-come, first-served.
While the concert is free, optional donations during registration are greatly appreciated. Simply choose any of the “donation” options from the dropdown menu and select “Support Live Music and Concerts” to ensure your contribution directly supports our musicians and equipment needs.
Enjoy professional sound and lighting, along with ( $5 draft) beer, wine, and snack concessions available during the show. This family-friendly event is open to both adults and kids.

Columbia Tech Center Sunday Sounds
2025-08-10 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Columbia Tech Center Park, 17701 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States
The city of Vancouver and Riverview Bank will host Columbia Tech Center Sunday Sounds at Columbia Tech Center Park, 17701 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd. in east Vancouver, from 6-8 p.m. Sundays, July 13-Aug. 17. Bring a picnic or enjoy food from local vendors while listening to a lineup that includes Curtis Salgado, Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts and Hit Machine.

Summer Concert Series: LaRhonda Steele
2025-08-15 17:30 - 20:30 | General O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St., Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
The Historic Trust presents the Summer Concert Series: LaRhonda Steele, singing from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 15 at the O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson St. A., Vancouver. Hailed as “The First Lady of Portland Blues,” Steele is a gospel, blues and soul singer whose powerful voice has made her a cornerstone of the Pacific Northwest music scene. Food and beverages will be available to buy from Kali Kantina, Smashed Cheese, Kona Ice, A Cherry on Top and Ruzzo. Guests should bring blankets and low-backed chairs. The concert is free. Visit thehistorictrust.org for more details.

Summer Concert Series: LaRhonda Steele
2025-08-15 17:30 - 20:30 | O.O. Howard House, 750 Anderson Street, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
LaRhonda Steele will perform a free concert at OO Howard House starting at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 15.
Often hailed as “The First Lady of Portland Blues,” LaRhonda Steele is a celebrated gospel, blues, and soul singer whose powerful voice and deep-rooted musical heritage have made her a cornerstone of the Pacific Northwest music scene. Born in Spencer, Oklahoma, she began singing in church at age 13 and was directing choirs by 15. Her early exposure to traditional Black gospel music, influenced by her evangelist grandfather and her mother’s gospel quartet, laid the foundation for her lifelong dedication to music.
Grab a bite to eat from one of our amazing vendors, including local favorites Smashed Cheese and Kali Kantina. Cool off with treats from Kona Ice and A Cherry on Top. Be sure and visit our 21 and over beer garden and enjoy an ice-cold hard citrus from Ruzzo!
What to Bring: Picnic blanket or low-backed chair for relaxing on the shady lawn, and valid ID for 21+ beverage purchases.

Northwest Oboe Seminar and Concert
2025-08-16 19:30 - 21:30 | First Evangelical Church, 4120 N.E. St. Johns Road, Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
The 31st annual Northwest Oboe Seminar is accepting applicants until July 31. This seminar for intermediate and advanced oboists is Aug. 16 at First Evangelical Church in Vancouver. The seminar’s featured guest is oboist and composer Alyssa Morris, associate professor of oboe and music theory at Kansas State University and principal oboist for the Topeka Symphony Orchestra and the Chamber Orchestra of Smoky Valley. The fee is $125 to participate or $40 to audit. The seminar will culminate in a public concert at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are$15 at the door. To learn more, call Victoria Racz at 360-696-4084 or visit oregonchamberplayers.org/nw-oboe-seminar.

Music in the Vines at Pomeroy Cellars
2025-08-22 18:00 - 20:30 | Pomeroy Cellars Winery and Tasting Room, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, WA, 98675, United States
Pomeroy Cellars, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt, will host Music in the Vines concerts from 6-8:30 p.m. Fridays, June 27, July 11, July 25, Aug. 8 and Aug. 22. A food truck will be on site at 5 p.m. with dinner options. Wine, beer and non-alcoholic drinks will be available to buy. Music starts at 6 p.m. Bring blankets and low-backed chairs for lawn seating. The line-up includes Fox and Bones on June 27; Love, Dean on July 11; Zac Grooms on July 25; Erica Sunshine Lee on Aug. 8; and Leah Justine on Aug. 22. General admission tickets are $17.85 at eventbrite.com/o/pomeroy-cellars-57916083423.

Treble Tones presents "The Music We Carry"
2025-08-28 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1309 Franklin St, Vancouver, WA 98660
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, the Treble Tones will perform at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 1309 Franklin Street. The performance will feature 20 singers from Reprise Choir and April Duvic’s voice students. Duvic is directing the ensemble along with Martin Ellis, music director at Vancouver First United Methodist Church. The program consists of sacred, classical and musical theatre pieces.

Good God Father Live at Fire Fest NW
2025-08-29 15:30 - 2025-08-31 23:30 | Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 S.W. Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA, 98648, United States
Good God Father is set to take the stage at the annual Labor Day Weekend Festival, Fire Fest NW, on Aug. 30 at 6:45 p.m. on the inside stage. The festival is a free all weekend event that starts Friday night, with three stages that play music all day ever day until Sunday night, with free camping and free food.

Kiggins Theatre Presents "Screen to Stage"
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
The Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., will present “Screen to Stage” from 7-9 p.m. Sept. 11. Enjoy live performances of popular songs made famous by classic movies. This annual celebration transforms the stage into live movie soundtrack with pop hooks, rocking energy and “big feels” moments. Tickets are $18.

Chor Anno presents "In All Things Love"
2025-09-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Holy Redeemer Catholic Parish, 17010 NE 9th St., Vancouver, WA, 98684, United States
Chor Anno, the “annual choir” comprised of Northwest choral directors and professionals, presents a concert at 7 p.m. Sept. 13 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 17010 N. E. 9th St., Vancouver, conducted by Nicole Lamartine, Director of Choral Activities at Central Washington University. The program features works by Eric Whitacre, Eric Esenvalds, Dan Forrest, Elaine Hagenberg and other contemporary choral composers. Admission is a suggested donation of $20. For more details, visit www.choranno.org.

Music on the Plaza
2025-09-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Columbia County Service Building, 1300 Franklin, Vancouver, United States
The Clark County Arts Commission presents Music on the Plaza, a free concert at the Clark County Public Service Center 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver, from 2-4 p.m. Sept. 20 featuring bands Takin’ the Fifth, Last Cawl, Ottomatics and Mila B. with Roundabout. Guests should bring their own chairs, umbrellas, snacks and blankets.

Bruce Springsteen Tribute at Brothers Cascadia
2025-09-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Brothers Cascadia Brewing – Hazel Dell, 9811 N.E. 15th Ave., Vancouver, WA, 98665, United States
Aram Arslanian and other musicians will perform Bruce Springsteen’s music from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 22 at Brothers Cascadia Brewing, 9811 N.E. 15th Ave., Hazel Dell, in celebration of the rock star’s 76th birthday.

Fourth Annual Music Fest
2025-09-27 18:30 - 21:30 | Battle Ground Community UMC, 10300 NE 199th Street, Battle Ground, WA, 98604, United States
The fourth annual Music Fest is at 7 p.m. Sept. 27 at Battle Ground Community United Methodist Church, 10300 N.E. 199th St., Battle Ground. The evening features food, music and trivia for all ages. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is a suggestion donation of $20; all proceeds benefit the North County Community Food Bank. Raffle tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10. Prizes include a handmade quilt, a romance package at the Heathman Lodge or a custom hand-wired sculpture.

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra presents "Carmina Burana"
2025-09-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98685
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA kicks off the 2025/26 season at 7 p.m. Sept. 27 and 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 N.W. 139th St. in the Salmon Creek area of Vancouver. The Portland Symphonic Choir will join the orchestra for this weekend of performances, led by Conductor Salvador Brotons. Both performances will be available as a livestream at vancouversymphony.org. The program opens with five orchestral interludes from operas by Pietro Mascagni, including “Cavalleria Rusticana,” “L’amico Fritz,” “Guglielmo Ratcliff,” “Isabeau” and “Iris.” In the program’s second half, the orchestra and choir will perform Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana.” Tickets ($15-$63) are available at vancouversymphony.org or by calling 360-735-7278. Streaming-only tickets are also available, and all in-person ticket holders will have the option of viewing online.

Terry Robb and Adam Scramstad at the Old Liberty Theater
2025-10-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Old Liberty Theater, 115 N Main Street, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
Blues guitar virtuoso and Oregon Music Hall of Famer Terry Robb and award-winning acoustic fingerstyle blues musician Adam Scramstad will perform at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main St., Ridgefield. Tickets are $30 at oldlibertytheater.com/buytickets/p/terry-robb-adam-scramstad.

Piano and Poetry
2025-10-17 19:00 - 20:30 | The VIC (Vancouver Innovation Center), 18110 S.E. 34th St., Vancouver, WA, 98683, United States
Enspire Arts presents “Piano and Poetry,” 7-8:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Vancouver Innovation Center, featuring pianist Josiah Austin and poet Scott Poole. Through compositions and verse, Austin and Poole will take guests on a journey of reflection, introspection, and connection. The evening will conclude with a small open mic session, offering attendees a chance to share their work. Admission is $15.

Gaelic Storm
2025-10-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 1231 Vandercook Way, Longview, WA, 98632, United States
Celtic rock band Gaelic Storm will perform at the Columbia Theatre from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 17. Tickets are $20-$45. Learn more at columbiatheatre.com.

Southwest Washington Wind Symphony: Legends and Lore
2025-10-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Performing Arts Center at Union High School, 6201 N.W. Friberg-Strunk St., Camas, WA, 98607, United States
The Southwest Washington Wind Symphony will open its 2025-2026 season at 3 p.m. Oct. 19 at Union High School with internationally acclaimed trumpet virtuoso Allen Vizzutti, guest conductor Jennifer M. Ferguson from the Evergreen School District, and principal conductor Patrick Murphy from the University of Portland. Musical selections include Vizzutti’s “The Rising Sun,” inspired by Japanese folklore; “Riften Wed” by Julie Giroux; and “Haunted Objects (Tsukumogami)” by John Mackey. Admission is free.

The Nien-Wei Hsiao Chamber Music Series Piano Extravaganza
2025-10-19 15:00 - 17:00 | First Presbyterian Church Vancouver, 4300 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, 98663, United States
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra‘s Nien-Wei Hsiao Chamber Music Series opens with the Piano Extravaganza, 3-5 p.m. Oct. 19 at First Presbyterian Church in Vancouver. The concert features Vancouver pianist and music teacher, Kathy Charles; the 2010 VSO Young Artist Competition piano category winner, Fred Lu; and the Nien-Wei Hsiao Chamber Music Series co-founder, Dr. Michael C. Liu. The program includes Rachmaninoff’s Suites No. 1 and 2 and Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess” and “An American in Paris.” Admission is $30 or $15 for students. Buy tickets at vancouversymphony.org.

Local Bands present "Legends of the Small Screen"
2025-10-25 14:00 - 15:30 | Fort Vancouver High School Auditorium, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
The Vancouver Community Concert Band and Vancouver Community Jazz Band present “Legends of the Small Screen” at 2 p.m. Oct. 25 in the Fort Vancouver High School auditorium. The 55-member community concert band will perform memorable television melodies, including music from “Star Trek,” “The Blues Brothers,” “Pokémon,” “Addams Family,” “I Love Lucy,” “Bewitched,” “Peter Gunn,” “Hill Street Blues” and “Batman.” The 21-piece jazz band will perform music from “Assassins Creed,” “Ducktails,” “Fairly Odd Parents,” “Family Guy,” “Get Smart,” “Hawaii Five-O” and “Megalovania.” Admission is free.

Harvest Harmonies: A Fundraising Concert
2025-10-26 15:30 - 18:00 | Fairway Village Clubhouse, 15509 S.E. Fernwood Drive, Vancouver, WA, 98683, United States
The Music Teachers Association of Clark County presents Harvest Harmonies, a fundraising concert from 3:30-6 p.m. Oct. 26 at Fairway Village Clubhouse, 15509 S.E. Fernwood Dr., Vancouver. Bidding begins at 3:30 p.m., with a silent auction of gift baskets, activities, performances and art. The concert starts at 4 p.m. featuring two movements of Poulenc’s “Sonata for Two Pianos”; Brahms’ string sextet; Ravel’s “String Quartet in F Major”; Lavignac’s “Galop-Marche”; and a selection of classical and musical theater songs by mezzo-soprano April Duvic, accompanied by Kathy Charles on piano. Proceeds will benefit the association’s scholarship fund and student programs. Admission is a suggested donation of $20. For more details, visit mtacconline.org/legacy-concert.

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra performs "Rhapsody in Blue"
2025-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98685
The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra welcomes pianist Marc-André Hamelin, performing Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” at 7 p.m. Nov. 1 and 3 p.m. Nov. 2 at Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 N.W. 139th St., Vancouver. In the second half, Conductor Salvador Brotons will lead the orchestra in Mahler’s “Symphony No. 1.” Tickets ($15 to $63) for live and streaming performances are available at vancouversymphony.org or by calling 360-735-7278. All in-person ticket holders have the option of viewing online.
