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Iron Horse Music Hall

Venue Information

The Iron Horse, founded in 1979, has always been a vital part of Northampton, and the larger Pioneer Valley. A venue unlike any other, where the artists and audience can really see each other, and form a connection, its feel is magnetic. This connection fuels the mission of the venue; to enhance the health and vitality of our community through the power of music. Today, the Iron Horse exists under the umbrella of the Parlor Room Collective nonprofit. The nonprofit spearheaded a major renovation for increased accessibility, adding 9 bathrooms on the first floor, and an improved patron experience, with a new bar and a new kitchen partnership. Artists returning to the Iron Horse will be pleased to see the new, expanded green rooms (plural!) and enjoy the increased privacy of an artist-only lower level. Audience capacity is now up to 300. Re-opened in May 2024, the venue continues to be an iconic space; with a thriving community rooted deeply in music.

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Capacity: 300

Accessibility

We strive to make the Iron Horse as accessible as possible for both visible and invisible disabilities. Mezzanine level is not accessible. For accessi...

Upcoming Events (50)

Today · Wednesday, March 25

The Surfrajettes: The "Road Dogs" Tour w/ Bethlehem Shalom
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock $24
The Surfrajettes deliver reverb-drenched instrumental surf rock with psychedelic flair, featuring vintage style and high-energy performances.

This Weekend · Saturday, March 28

12th Annual Back Porch Festival 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Folk Bluegrass
12th Annual Back Porch Festival featuring 60+ artists across multiple genres, including folk legends Peter Rowan, Americana acts like James McMurtry, and diverse musical styles from Tommy Prine to Rebirth Brass Band.

This Weekend · Sunday, March 29

12th Annual Back Porch Festival 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Live Music Folk Americana Bluegrass
Annual multi-artist folk and Americana festival featuring over 60 performers, including Peter Rowan, I'm With Her, and Chuck Prophet, celebrating diverse roots music styles.

This Monday · Monday, March 30

12th Annual Back Porch Festival 2026
at8:00 PM EDT
Live Music Folk Americana Bluegrass
Annual multi-artist folk and Americana festival featuring over 60 performers, including Peter Rowan, I'm With Her, and Chuck Prophet, celebrating diverse roots music styles.

This Tuesday · Tuesday, March 31

Stick Men ft. Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto & Markus Reuter w/ John Ferrara
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Experimental $42
Legendary progressive rock trio Stick Men featuring virtuoso musicians Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, and Markus Reuter. A groundbreaking performance blending innovative instrumentation and complex musical textures.

Next Friday · Friday, April 3

Griffin William Sherry w/ Troy Millette & the Fire Below
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Folk Singer-Songwriter $18
Griffin William Sherry performs soulful roots music exploring personal transformation, featuring songs from his debut solo album Hundred Mile Wilderness.

Next Sunday · Sunday, April 5

Slippery People - Music of the Talking Heads w/ Rival Galaxies
at8:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Electronic $24
A Western Massachusetts all-star band celebrates the innovative post-punk rock of Talking Heads with dynamic vocals, synths, and energetic percussion.
Alash
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music World $30
Alash performs traditional Tuvan throat singing with modern influences, showcasing their unique musical heritage

Next Tuesday · Tuesday, April 7

Jax Hollow
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music RockBlues $24

In 2 weeks · Wednesday, April 8

Stanley Jordan
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Jazz Experimental $36
Guitar virtuoso Stanley Jordan performs innovative jazz with his groundbreaking two-handed tapping technique, promising a mesmerizing exploration of musical boundaries.

In 3 weeks · Thursday, April 9

Texas Flood - A Tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Blues $35.40
Texas Flood honors blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan while blazing their own high-energy path through contemporary blues with raw, in-your-face performances.

In 3 weeks · Friday, April 10

Cole Chaney x The Local Honeys
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Rock Folk $26.40
Kentucky singer-songwriter Cole Chaney blends raw rock influences with bluegrass and folk, creating a unique sound that challenges contemporary Americana expectations.

In 3 weeks · Saturday, April 11

Mojo @ The Iron Horse: Overserved Again w/ South Pleasant Revival
at10:30 PM EDT
Live Music Country Bluegrass $12
Overserved Again brings gritty New England country and bluegrass to life with high-energy performances rooted in love, heartbreak, and the spirit of youth.
Todd Barry: Extend All Courtesies Tour 2026 w/ Ken Reid
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Comedy $26.40
Todd Barry performs stand-up comedy, featuring his signature dry wit and storytelling

In 3 weeks · Sunday, April 12

Happy Valley Bluegrass Church ft. Deep River Ramblers
at11:00 AM EDT
Live Music Bluegrass Folk Americana $18
A community music gathering featuring the Deep River Ramblers, singing classic songs from diverse artists across multiple genres, encouraging audience participation.
Civil Disobedience - Donny McCaslin: tenor/soprano saxophones, Jason Palmer: trumpet, Bruce Barth: piano, Rudy Royston: drums.
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Jazz $42
Civil Disobedience explores progressive jazz compositions from the late 60s Blue Note Era, reimagining powerful musical works from a transformative period.

In 3 weeks · Tuesday, April 14

Walter Trout
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Blues Rock $42
Legendary bluesman Walter Trout delivers a powerful live performance exploring social themes through his searing blues-rock guitar and provocative songwriting.

In 3 weeks · Wednesday, April 15

Jane Monheit Duo
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Jazz $42
Award-winning jazz vocalist Jane Monheit performs her acclaimed interpretations of the Great American Songbook, showcasing her remarkable musical career.

In 4 weeks · Friday, April 17

Anders Osborne
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Singer-Songwriter Rock $48
Anders Osborne delivers introspective songwriting exploring American culture, personal reflection, and philosophical musings through his distinctive musical lens.

In 4 weeks · Saturday, April 18

Student Jazz Coffeehouse w/ Ron Smith
at9:00 AM EDT
Live Music Jazz
A monthly student jazz performance series showcasing high school and middle school jazz talents in a supportive, public environment.
Members Discovery Series: The Wolff Sisters
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Folk Rock Blues $18
The Wolff Sisters bring gritty folk-rock with haunting harmonies, blending Dylan and Springsteen influences with blues roots and modern storytelling.

In 4 weeks · Sunday, April 19

Caramia + The Breakdown w/ Northbound
at10:30 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Indie Jam $12
Local 5-piece pop-rock band Caramia & The Breakdown performs originals and high-energy covers alongside jam band Northbound, blending psychedelia, classic rock, and improvisational Grateful Dead-inspired sounds.
Leo Kottke
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Instrumental $60
Legendary acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke performs his distinctive fingerpicking style, blending country-blues and instrumental folk music with remarkable storytelling.

In 4 weeks · Wednesday, April 22

Funk Night w/ Beau Sasser & Friends
at8:30 PM EDT
Live Music Funk R&B $12
Legendary keyboardist Beau Sasser brings his acclaimed Funk Night, featuring an all-star lineup of funk and fusion musicians from across the Northeast.

In 5 weeks · Thursday, April 23

Eliza McLamb: Good Story Tour w/ girlpuppy
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Indie $26.40
Young songwriter Eliza McLamb performs introspective songs exploring personal narrative and identity, drawing from her unique life experiences.

In 5 weeks · Friday, April 24

Live Dead & Brothers Perform The Music of Grateful Dead & Allman Bros
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Americana $48
Live Dead & Brothers recreates the magical era of Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers with an all-star lineup of legendary musicians.

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Bermuda Search Party w/ The Far Out
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Indie Rock $18
Bermuda Search Party brings an energetic, uplifting indie rock performance featuring dynamic vocals, trumpet, and trombone from their acclaimed debut album.

Sunday, April 26, 2026

Drunk Opera History: Mozart Edition
at1:00 PM EDT
Live Music Classical $24
Opera On Tap presents a fun, interactive exploration of Mozart's life with live performances, trivia, and crowd sing-alongs featuring acclaimed opera singers.
Graham Parker
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock R&B Country $42
Rock legend Graham Parker celebrates 50 years since his classic debut Howlin' Wind, performing songs that blend British rock attitude with American R&B and soul traditions.

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Caroline Kingsbury: Shock Treatment Tour
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Indie Electronic $24
Caroline Kingsbury brings her electrifying indie pop and 80s-inspired sound on her Shock Treatment Tour, blending vulnerable storytelling with dramatic performance.

Thursday, April 30, 2026

The Felice Brothers w/ Nic Panken
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Folk Indie $30
The Felice Brothers return with a poetic and introspective performance exploring human experiences through their signature storytelling folk-rock style.

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Lily Fitts
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Singer-Songwriter Americana Folk $30
Rising singer-songwriter Lily Fitts brings her emotionally powerful storytelling and cinematic folk sound, drawing comparisons to artists like Noah Kahan and The Lumineers.

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore - Almost Acoustic Duo
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Blues Country $66
Grammy-winning roots music legends Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore perform as an acoustic duo, sharing decades of original compositions and traditional blues and folk classics.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Blues Country Americana $24
Three-time BMA nominee The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band brings rootsy, country blues with Grammy-winning production and special guest appearances from Billy Branch and Michael Cleveland.

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Louisiana Calling with Sonny Landreth Band and The Iguanas
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Blues Americana Rock $45
Louisiana Calling featuring Sonny Landreth Band and The Iguanas, presenting a deep roots Cajun and Latin-Americana rock showcase.

Friday, May 8, 2026

Bill Callahan w/ Noveller
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Singer-Songwriter Indie Experimental $32.40
Bill Callahan returns with his eighth album, featuring improvisational rock that pushes songwriting boundaries with an innovative, slice-of-life approach.

Saturday, May 9, 2026

Owsley's Owls
at10:30 PM EDT
Live Music Jam Rock $14.40
Owsley's Owls perform two sets of face-melting Grateful Dead music, paying special tribute to the legendary 5/8/77 Cornell show while mining the songbook from 1965-1995.
Son Rompe Pera
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Latin Punk World $26.40
Son Rompe Pera brings their explosive 'Cumbia Punk' sound, blending traditional marimba with high-energy punk rock in a genre-defying musical experience.

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Sessa w/Kolumbo
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music BrazilianSinger Songwriter $21.60
Brazilian artist Sessa performs an intimate, reflective set exploring personal transformation and universal themes through melodic compositions.

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Richard Shindell
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Folk Singer-Songwriter $42
Singer-songwriter Richard Shindell returns to the stage, bringing poetic narrative songs that weave intricate stories of human experience from his global travels.

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Student Jazz Coffeehouse w/ Ron Smith
at9:00 AM EDT
Live Music Jazz
A monthly student jazz performance series showcasing high school and middle school jazz talents in a supportive, public environment.
Adam Ezra Group - SHOW!
at5:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Folk Singer-Songwriter $36
Adam Ezra Group performs a show featuring underground Americana songwriting and activism. This folk band has grown from playing parking lots to selling out theaters and earning New England Music Awards recognition.

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Adam Ezra Group - SHOW!
at8:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Folk $36
Adam Ezra Group performs heartfelt folk-americana, showcasing their award-winning storytelling and community-driven musical approach.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Southern Culture on the Skids w/ The Get Down
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Americana $25
Southern Culture on the Skids bring their legendary foot-stomping rock and roll party, blending various musical styles.

Friday, May 22, 2026

Andrew Duhon: STOP MOTION TOUR ‘26
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Americana Singer-Songwriter Folk $36
Louisiana-based singer-songwriter Andrew Duhon brings heartfelt storytelling and introspective songs about connection and the American landscape. Raw, honest music rooted in roots traditions.

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Frank Manzi
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Folk Blues $24
Four-decade troubadour Frank Manzi blends folk, blues, and Americana in an everyman style inspired by John Mellencamp and Elvis Costello, with performances known for authenticity and passion.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

tr willits - Album Release Concert
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Folk Rock Singer-Songwriter $33.60
tr willits celebrates his album 'all of us' with a full band, drawing on folk and rock influences from the 60s-90s to explore themes of community and connection.

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Saha Gnawa
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music World $26.40

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Ear Hustle Live!
at7:00 PM EDT
Spoken Word Podcast $42
Ear Hustle podcast co-creators Nigel Poor and Earlonne Woods share raw stories from prison and life after incarceration, accompanied by musical performances and visuals.

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Dan Zukergood, Ginny Elkin, Johnny Joelson
at7:00 PM EDT
Live Music Rock Singer-Songwriter Americana $30
Multi-artist performance featuring Dan Zukergood, Ginny Elkin, and Johnny Joelson with guest musicians. A celebration of local Pioneer Valley songwriting with heartfelt originals and engaging stories.