CONCERTS
BRUNO MARS
This singer-songwriter, record producer, and choreographer brings the 24K Magic World Tour to DC for two magical nights. Hits from his new album include “That’s What I Like” and “24K Magic.” September 29–30, Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW, 202628-3200; verizoncenter. monumentalnetwork.com
CHER
DC is one of two stops for this music and fashion icon’s Classic Cher tour. At the age of 71, the music industry mogul is still as successful as ever, with a performance full of classic songs, new material, and—of course—spectacle. August 31 to September 10, The Theater at MGM National Harbor, 7100 Oxon Hill Road, 800-745-3000, mgmnationalharbor.com
THE CRANBERRIES
The unique Ireland-born rock quartet is promoting its new album, Something Else, consisting of acoustic takes on classic hits. September 18, 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW, 202-265-0930; 9:30.com
ED SHEERAN
The global music sensation is making a stop in DC during his North American arena tour. The tour is a celebration of his latest album, which includes his hit single “Shape of You.” September 19, Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW, 202-628-3200; verizoncenter. monumentalnetwork.com
LIZZ WRIGHT
The acclaimed jazz singer and songwriter performs for one night in the middle of production of her highly anticipated fifth album. A full dinner menu is available. September 20, Howard Theatre, 620 T St. NW, 202803-2899; thehowardtheatre.com
JAZZ IN THE GARDEN
Throughout the summer on Friday evenings, attend free jazz concerts on
the National Mall. Enjoy the open-air setting, bring a blanket, and sit back with a sangria in hand as you listen to a variety of DC-area-based jazz musicians. Through August 25, National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, 9th St. and Constitution Ave NW; nga.gov
KATY PERRY
With a new sound and new haircut, the outspoken singer-songwriter promotes Witness, her new album of “woke pop.” September 25, Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW, 202-628-3200; verizoncenter.monumentalnetwork.com
SHINYRIBS
Led by Kevin Russell, the country-soul band will end its nationwide tour in the eclectic neighborhood of Adams Morgan. September 4, Songbyrd Music House and Record Café, 2475 18th St. NW, 202-450-2917; songbyrddc.com