301 N. Fifth Ave., Ann Arbor
nstarlounge.com
This music room & vegan bar affiliated with the Detroit Street Filling Station next door features live music, Wed.-Fri. 7-10 p.m., Sat. 7-10:30 p.m. Also, Tues. 7-10 p.m., LGBTQ Night features a rotating mix of DJs, trivia, karaoke, and bingo. $10 cover (happy hour shows, free), no dancing. If advance tickets are sold, they are available at nstarlounge.com/events and (if available) at the door.
Upcoming Events
December 12, 2025: Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by saxophonist Jack Wagner. 7–10 p.m. $10.
December 13, 2025: “Holiday Celebration Featuring The Santa Band.”
Christmas and holiday favorites by this ad hoc ensemble of North Star regulars including Grant Flick, Andres Soto, Ryan Schildcrout, Jack Harris, various members of the Gerace Family, and others. 6–7:15 p.m. $15.
December 13, 2025: North Ingalls Band.
U-M student indie pop-folk groove septet. 8:30–9:45 p.m. $30.
December 17, 2025: Kat Steih.
Ethereal folk-rock by this local singer-songwriter whose music is described by one AllMusic reviewer as “an infectious anthem of femme power.” 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
December 17, 2025: “Community Drum Circle.”
A hand drum session led by Sundance. Extra drums available. 7–10 p.m. Free.
December 18, 2025: Nick James.
Detroit-area country-folk singer-songwriter. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
December 19, 2025: Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by fiddler Wesley Fritzemeier. 7–10 p.m. $10.
December 19, 2025: The Widdershins.
A new local country-folk & Americana ensemble led by veteran singer-songwriter & guitarist Milan Seth. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
December 20, 2025: The Minor Pieces.
A new local quartet who play soulful ballads and raucous anthems. 6–7:15 p.m. $20.
December 26, 2025: Pontiac Trail Blazers.
Local bluegrass quartet known for its beautiful vocal harmonies and instrumental prowess. Tonight they are joined by guitarist Dylan Charles. 7–10 p.m. $10.
December 26, 2025: Ralph McKee Blues Trio.
Energetic, sophisticated blend of danceable soul, blues, and rock by this band led by Hoodang bassist McKee. 5:30–6:30 p.m. Free.
December 27, 2025: Dylan Charles.
An Ann Arbor-bred, NYC-based indie soul-folk singer-songwriter & guitarist best known as the co-founder of the Brooklyn rock ’n’ soul quartet On the Sun. Tonight he plays a set of catchy original songs from his forthcoming album Redemption. $15. 6–7:15 p.m.
December 27, 2025: Tinkerhess Family Band.
Ensemble led by veteran local folk singer-songwriter Paul Tinkerhess. Tonight he is joined by his son cellist Eric Tinkerhess and Eric’s wife, Mana, on harp. $15. 8:30–9:45 p.m.
December 31, 2025: Crescent City Quintet.
Two New Year’s Eve shows by this local ensemble, led by guitarist Alex Belhaj, that plays a range of New Orleans jazz styles, from struts, stomps, cakewalks, and rags to pop tunes, marches, and classical favorites. 7 & 10 p.m. $35 (includes a glass of sparkling wine).
Past Events
December 10, 2025: Bart Moore & The Hot Boys of Jenison. (More Info)
December 6, 2025: Annie & Rod Capps Quartet. (More Info)
December 4, 2025: Calvin Ohi & Aidan Hammel. (More Info)
November 29, 2025: Michigan Barstool Anthems. (More Info)
November 22, 2025: Mark Jewett & Amy Petty. (More Info)
November 19, 2025: “Community Drum Circle.” (More Info)
November 13, 2025: Joshua Elwood & Friends. (More Info)
November 12, 2025: “Songwriters in the Round.” (More Info)
