Updated, September 8, 2026
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By Michele Miller
What’s What New Port Richey
There’s something that makes a community feel alive when music’s emanating from a local establishment, whether it’s a full band blasting it out downtown or a lone singer with their guitar playing covers and maybe an original tune or two, to the sunset at a local spot on the beach.
It’s one of the reasons What’s What New Port Richey features a monthly Local Live Music Calendar – to put a spotlight on local talent and the venues that regularly host and nurture local musicians by paying them to play. We’re letting you know where they will so you can support them as well.
Note: As sometimes happens, gigs get cancelled. The band lineup changes. Human error. My fault :). Word to the wise: link to the events listed to make sure it’s a go before you head out.
October 1 – 3
October 4-10
October 11-17
October 18-24
October 25-31
Karaoke & Open Mic Nights
Get Your Tickets – Upcoming Shows & Music Series
Thursday, October 1 – Saturday, October 3
The Week
October 1-2
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Moonflower: The Spirit of Santana Tribute Concert with special guest, Alex Lopez & the Express, 8 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at the Richey Suncoast Theatre in downtown New Port Richey | $30 and up
From the promo….
Two great bands. The spirit of Santana comes alive as Moonflower recreates the sound, the feel, and the show of a Latin rock icon.
Joining them, acclaimed international recording artist Alex Lopez and The Xpress deliver the classic British blues that started a music revolution — Clapton, Cream, Led Zeppelin, Gary Moore, Jeff Beck and more — plus music from Alex’s own award-winning albums. For more info about this event or other events held at the Richey Suncoast Theatre, visit richeysuncoasttheatre.com
Barefoot Bob Hope Solo, 4 – 7 p.m. Thursday, October 1, at the Fisherman’s Shack in Hudson.
Chardonnay Red, 5-8 p.m. Thursday, October 1, at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
John Kyle Rohd, 6 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at Escape Brewing in Odessa.
OTB | Carl August, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 1, at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Borderline, Thursday, October 1, at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
Element, 7 p.m. at Bourbon on Main in downtown New Port Richey.
OTB | The Sunset Beach Concert Series featuring Loveloaf, 7 p.m. Thursday, October 1 at Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs
Friday, October 2
Still Standing Elton John Tribute Band Concert, 8 p.m. Friday, October 2 at the Richey Suncoast Theatre in downtown New Port Richey | $40 – $40 | VIP Box $175
From the promo…
Still Standing is more than a tribute — it’s a full-blown celebration of Elton John’s legendary artistry, delivered with the theatrical flair and musical precision fans crave.
Fronted by Ben “Almost Elton” Frey — widely regarded as one of the closest matches to Elton’s modern look and voice on the tribute circuit
Bob Hope |Get Hooked Band, 6-10 p.m. at Get Hooked Grill in Hudson.
Magic The Band, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB |Greg West, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Matt Walker Duo, 7-10 p.m. at Escape Brewing in Odessa.
Mallory Moyer & the Drifter Sisters, 7-11 p.m. at Whiskey River on the Water in Port Richey.
Streetwise, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
Bearded Brothers, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
Remedy, 9 p.m. at Bourbon on Main in downtown New Port Richey.
Wandering Hours Returns to Tarpon Springs Distillery on October 3
Saturday, October 3
Adam Stackhold, 1-5 p.m. at Whiskey River on the Water in Port Richey.
LyriSmith, 3-6 p.m. at Infusion Brewing in downtown New Port Richey.
Electric Soul Therapy, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
Doc & Sherry, 7-10 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
Richie & JT Duo, 7-10 p.m. at Escape Brewing in Odessa.
Mark Shane & the Shane Gang, 7-11 p.m. at Whiskey River on the Water in Port Richey.
OTB | Ashley Lux, 8:30 p.m. at the Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
OTB | The Wandering Hours, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
TC & Sass, 8 p.m. at at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
Whiskey Throttle, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
Mrs Red Band, 9 p.m. at Bourbon on Main in downtown New Port Richey.
Sunday, October 4 – Saturday, October 10
Sunday, October 4
Jayer Mack, 2-6 p.m. atat Whiskey River on the Water in Port Richey.
OTB | Jay Donadio, 2:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Randy McNeeley Band, 3-7 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
Jamie Hite, 4-7 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
The Week – Monday, October 5 – Thursday, October 8
Absolute Hits Live featuring Bo Bice, 7 p.m. Thursday, October 8 at the Richey Suncoast Theatre in downtown New Port Richey | $30 and up
From the promo….
“Absolute Hits Live” Tour 2026/2027 is rolling into New Port Richey — and it’s bringing an American Idol legend with it.
Bo Bice’s run on American Idol in 2005 is still one of the most-watched seasons in the show’s history. Since then, Bo has been inducted into the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, fronted the legendary Blood, Sweat & Tears, and charted “Inside Your Heaven” at #2 on Billboard’s Hot 100. Now he joins the world-class musicians of Absolute Hits Live for a whole new level of live concert experience. For more info about this event or other events held at the Richey Suncoast Theatre, visit richeysuncoasttheatre.com.
Pedro Mariani, 6-9 P.m. Wednesdy, October 7 at Whiskey River on the Water in Port Richey.
Barefoot Bob Hope Solo, 4 – 7 p.m. Thursday, October 8, at the Fisherman’s Shack in Hudson.
OTB | Music for the Young at Heart with Angelo, 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, October 7 at the Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
Matt Zitwer, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, October 8 at Escape Brewing in Odessa.
OTB | Ray Boucher, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 8, at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Banjoe Steve, 7 p.m. Thursday, October 8, at Bourbon on Main in downtown New Port Richey.
Cotee River Bike Fest, Friday, October 9 – Sunday, October 11 in downtown New Port Richey | Free
What to expect –
Live music on two stages. Poker Run. Contests. Vendors. Food and drink. For the most up-to-date information on band lineups, etc., visit the Cotee River Bike Fest FB page here.
Friday, October 9
The Edisons, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | New Divide Linkin Park Tribute, 6 p.m. at Sparcia Witherell Winery in Brooksville | Tickets $30.37
OTB | Dusty Boots, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
OTB | Queen – A Royal Tribute, 7 p.m. at the Tarpons Springs Performing Arts Center. | Tickets $46-$59
Daniel Jones with JT Duo, 7-10 p.m.at Escape Brewing in Odessa.
Brother Brownlow, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
Mark Anthony Band, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
Luna & the Warriors, 9 p.m. at Bourbon on Main in downtown New Port Richey.
Saturday, October 10
Fusebox, 2 p.m. at Bourbon on Main in downtown New Port Richey. Disasterpiece at 9 p.m.
FM Station, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | Frank Bang Trio, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Mario Guini Duo, 7-10 p.m.at Escape Brewing in Odessa.
Sonic Nation, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
Embry Brothers, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
OTB | Borderline, 8:30 p.m. at the Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
Sunday, October 11 – Saturday, October 17
Sunday, October 11
OTB | Mike Luke, 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Hell on Heels, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
The Week – Monday, October 12-Thursday, October 15
Barefoot Bob Duo with Harold, 5:30-9;30 p.m. at Kickin’ Wingz in Hudson.
Julie Black Duo, 6 – 7 p.m. Monday, October 12 at Muckey’s Pizza & Guitar Bar in New Port Richey.
OTB | Music for the Young at Heart with Angelo, 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, October 14 at Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
LyriSmith, 6-9 p.m. Thursday, October 15 at Day Break Cafe in Tarpon Springs.
OTB | Carl August, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 15 at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Barefoot Bob Hope Solo, 4-7 p.m. October 15, at the Fisherman’s Shack in Hudson.
Friday, October 16
OTB | Camping with the Blues, October 16 – 18 at the Florida Sand Ranch in Brooksville with free concert on Thursday, October 15 | $35 – $100 | Free Parking
Three days of incredible blues music in a gorgeous setting. Camping is optional (note: electric & water sites are sold out. Might be some primitive sites available.
- Friday Show: $35 per person
- Saturday Show: $65 per person
- Sunday Show: $35 per person.
- Weekend pass: $100 per person.
- CHILDREN AGES 15 AND UNDER ARE FREE WITH A TICKETED ADULT
For more info and tickets, visit campingwiththeblues.com
OTB | Clearwater Jazz Holiday, October 16-18 at Coachman Park in Clearawater | Tickets $49.92 and up
Music over three days featuring Chris Botti, Larkin Poe, SHEILA E. & The E-Train, Kim Waters, Jeff Kashiwa & Steve Oliver, Tomkats Jazz Orchestra w/ Scotty Wright & Tony Castellano, The Reinhardt /George Group with Barry Greene, Arturo Sandoval, Ronnie Dee & The Superstars, Latin Jazz Knights, Fires of Forever” Tribute to Chick Corea, O Som Do Jazz Brazilian Grooves, Big Sam’s Funky Nation, Shawn Brown, Julie Black Band, Dumpstaphunk Plays Sly, CJH Youth All-Stars Hosted by Frank Williams, Michael Kernodle & Tyler Wertman featuring Special Guest Jose Valentino & more.
For information and tickets, visit www.clearwaterjazz.com
Streetwise, 6 – 10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | Bex Marshall, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Mixed Signal, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
Tempo Tantrum, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
Saturday, October 17
Free Concert in the Park Series featuring T.L. Jentgens, 7-8:30 p.m. Saturday, October 17, in Sims Park in downtown New Port Richey
From the promo…
TL Jentgens brings his full production to the Sims Park stage. Known for his explosive combination of live drumming, powerful vocals, electronic dance music, dazzling lights, video effects, and crowd interaction, TL Jentgens delivers a one-man show that transforms into a full-scale party. Drum circle before the show. Free downtown parking. DART Trolley runs 5 PM–Midnight
OTB | The American Stones, 6 p.m. at Sparcia Witherell Winery in Brooksville | Tickets $28.52
OTB | Good Luck Kings, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Derek Sivers, 7-10 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
OTB | TC & Sass, 7-11 p.m. at Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
Ginger Rose, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
22N, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House North in Port Richey.
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Sunday, October 18 – Saturday, October 24
Sunday, October 18
OTB | John Ford 2:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Bob Hope Band, 3-7 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
Buzz Snyder, 4-7 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
The Week – Monday, October 19-Thursday, October 22
Bob Hope (Solo), 4 – 7 p.m. Thursday, October 22, at the Fisherman’s Shack in Hudson.
OTB | Music for the Young at Heart with Angelo, 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, October 21, at Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
OTB | Justin Rice, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 22 at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Friday, October 23
New Port Richey Library Riverside Concert Series featuring Lily Holbrook, 6 – 7 p.m. Friday, October 23, in Sims Park in downtown New Port Richey | Free
From the promo….
From New York City to Los Angeles, Lily Holbrook has captivated audiences with her enchanting voice and folk-rock sound. Now based in St. Petersburg, the acclaimed singer-songwriter blends heartfelt music with a passion for activism, using her songs to inspire and champion causes close to her heart.
Come hungry! Smash & Grab will be on site, serving up some fresh, made-to-order smash burgers during the show.
This performance will take place in the southwest corner of Sims Park, near the Grassin Bridge. Please feel free to bring a blanket or chair for seating.
Mixed Signal, 6 – 10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | Hardwired-Metallica Tribute, 6 p.m. at Sparcia Witherll Winery in Brooksville | Tickets $30.37
OTB | Billy & Stephanie, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Barefoot Bob Band, 7-11 p.m. at Whiskey River on the Water in Port Richey.
Borderline, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
Saturday, October 24
Lyrismith, 7-10 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
Twisted Revolvers, 6- 10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | Cedric Talton Band, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Life of the Party, 8 p.m. at Art’s Tap House South in New Port Richey.
OTB | Electric Soul Therapy, 8:30 p.m. at Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
For More Local Events – Check Out the Stepping Out on the Town | Things To Do Calendar
Sunday, October 25-Saturday, October 31
Sunday, October 25
OTB | Gregg Woodruff, 2:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Block Party of the 80s, 3- 7 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
Matt Zitwer, 4-7 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
The Week – Monday, October 26-Thursday, October 29
OTB | Music for the Young at Heart with Angelo, 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, October 28 at Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
Barefoot Bob Hope Solo, 4-7 p.m. October 29, at the Fisherman’s Shack in Hudson.
OTB | Carl August, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 29 at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Friday, October 30
The Deloreans, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | Human Clay & Collective Shine, 6 p.m. at Sparcia Witherell Winery in Brooksville | Tickets $30.37
OTB | Ray Boucher, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Saturday, October 31
Proper Wednesday, 6-10 p.m. at Sam’s Beach Bar in Hudson.
OTB | Trey Wanvig Band, 6:30 p.m. at Tarpon Springs Distillery in Tarpon Springs.
Slim Boy Alex, 7-10 p.m. at Dented Keg Ale Works in downtown New Port Richey.
OTB | Jorge Valentine Band, 8:30 p.m. Uptown Bar & Grill in Spring Hill.
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Whiskey River on the Water, 6-9 p.m. Mondays in Port Richey
Art’s Tap House North, 7 p.m. Wednesdays in Port Richey.
Bourbon on Main, 9 p.m. Wednesdays in downtown New Port Richey.
OTB | Uptown Bar & Grill, 6-10 p.m. Thursdays in Spring Hill.
Art’s Tap House, 7 p.m. Thursdays in New Port Richey.
Harvey Myers Open Mic Night, 7-10 p.m. Thursdays at Rosie’s Tavern in downtown New Port Richey.
Sullivan’s Boulevard Lounge, 8 p.m. Thursdays in downtown New Port Richey.
The Social NPR, 9 p.m. Thursdays.
Saturday Sounds Music Series, October 2026 – February 2027 at the Starkey Ranch TLC | $13 +
From the promo…
Experience highly acclaimed tribute bands performing in this monthly concert series. Tickets are $13 plus taxes and fees per person, per show. Each show is general admission, with seating being first come, first served.
Richey Community Orchestra Concert Dates for the 2026 – 2027 Season
For more information on events or joining the orchestra or the chorus, visit richeycommunityorchestra.com
Save the Dates for the 2026 – 2027 Season. Join as a musician, chorus member, or supporter. All shows go on sale on October 1, 2026.
- November 15, 2026, at the River Ridge Performing Arts Center.
- December 13, 2026, dinner show at Spartan Manor.
- February 21, 2027, at the River Ridge Performing Arts Center.
- March 7, 2027, at Community Congregational Church.
- April 18, 2027, at the River Ridge Performing Arts Center.
- May 9, 2027, dinner show at the Spartan Manor.
OTB | The Florida Sand Music Ranch in Brooksville 2026-2027 Season of Concerts
Live music, shaded campsites, weekend festivals, and the kind of old Florida charm you can’t fake. Florida Sand Music Ranch is your place to camp, gather, and stay awhile.
For information about the ranch, upcoming concerts, and to purchase tickets, go to floridasandmusicranch.com
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