Here Are Our Top Independent Concerts And Performances For The Week Beginning On July 13, 2026

Pop-up and album anniversary shows are on the rise. But many festivals are atop music lovers’ minds. In September, the beloved DC outdoor extravaganza Broccoli City will make its return but in a new capacity thanks to their inaugural Holding Hands: An R&B Experience event. Holding Hands’ 2026 lineup features Summer Walker, KWN, Elimene, and Destin Conrad.

Traditional tours will have another boom in the fall. The Paradox, Tiny Habits, and Isaiah Falls announced their respective tour dates across North America.

But as for shows, concert lovers can enjoy this coming week (beginning on July 13), there are plenty to check out. This week our top live show recommendations include IVK at Mercury Lounge, Cleo Reed at Public Records, Lucius Arthur’s The Big Machine Tour stop at Kung Fu Necktie, Arny Margret at Union Pool, Lip Critic at Music Hall of Williamsburg, OK Cowgirl at Union Pool, Sloppy Jane at Baby’s All Right, The Ries Brothers at MilkBoy, and more. View our entire curated list below.

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