This week in Marin County, four distinct live-music options are lined up from Bolinas to Corte Madera. Residents and visitors get a taste of the region’s diverse soundscape, and honestly, there’s something for just about everyone.
Maybe you’re cruising the Marin coastline. Or you might be strolling downtown Mill Valley, or wrapping up a day in Novato. Whether you want hazy patio vibes, a high-energy jam-band homage, intimate folk duos, or bilingual jazz in a winery setting, you’ll find a show to match your mood.
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Upcoming Marin County Concerts This Week
Marin’s music calendar this week covers the coast, towns along the 101 corridor, and the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Here’s what’s coming up, with times, venues, and ticket info so you can plan a night out with friends, or maybe just escape solo for a bit.
Monday: DJ Bones at Smiley’s Saloon, Bolinas
- What to expect: Laid-back beats and a hazy patio hang. It’s the kind of afternoon that drifts by if you let it.
- Time: 2:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. Monday
- Location: Smiley’s Saloon, Bolinas
- Admission: Free, though donations are encouraged.
Monday night: High Green Chilly Winds at Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
- What to expect: A night of revelry and pranks from a Grateful Dead tribute. If you’re into that scene, it could be a blast.
- Time: 8:00 p.m. Monday
- Location: Sweetwater Music Hall, Mill Valley
- Admission: $42.75
Thursday: Amber Rubarth and Jaimee Harris at HopMonk Tavern, Novato
- What to expect: Co-headlining folk songwriters with story-driven tunes. It’s a good bet for anyone who likes lyrics that actually mean something.
- Time: 8:00 p.m. Thursday
- Location: HopMonk Tavern, Novato
- Admission: Tickets range from $26.94 to $41.97
Friday: Lara Louise at Zinz Wine Bar, Corte Madera
- What to expect: intimate jazz with English and French vocal storytelling
- Time: 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Friday
- Location: Zinz Wine Bar, Corte Madera
- Admission: Free
Across Marin, you’ll find a pretty wild range of live music this week. There’s DJ-set ambiance and jam-band grooves in Bolinas and Mill Valley, plus a folksy Thursday night in Novato, and then the classic jazz session at Zinz in Corte Madera.
If you’re thinking about going out, you can check ticketing and venue links below each listing. It’s pretty easy to grab a seat or RSVP at the last minute.
For those who live in Marin County, these shows mix old favorites with new acts in towns that really shape the area’s cultural vibe. Smiley’s Saloon in Bolinas keeps the coastal energy alive, and the timing works well for folks who’d rather be outside.
Mill Valley’s Sweetwater Music Hall keeps its streak going with curated sets in a venue that’s got real history. Novato’s HopMonk Tavern is still a solid spot for songwriter nights and stories that build with each act.
Zinz Wine Bar in Corte Madera serves up a cozy, polished stage—perfect for jazz. It’s the kind of spot that makes you want to linger after the show, maybe take a walk along the waterfront or wander through Tamalpais Tamales trails as the sun dips down.
Honestly, plans in Marin work best if you’re a bit flexible. Traffic on the 101 can get weird, and the fog sometimes rolls in near Bolinas after dark.
Two other Marin highlights—a youth environmental program and the Marin Yacht Club gala—are featured elsewhere in this issue. They give a taste of the community’s wider scene, beyond just these four concerts.
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