The Susquehanna Valley is kicking off the new year with a full slate of folk, Americana, bluegrass, and roots‑driven performances. Here’s a roundup of the standout music events happening this January — perfect for listeners looking to shake off the winter chill and reconnect with live music.
January Jam & Song Swap — Harrisburg
Sunday, January 11 — Fort Hunter Barn The Susquehanna Folk Music Society opens the year with its annual January Jam & Song Swap, a free, all‑acoustic gathering where musicians and listeners of all ages come together for an afternoon of homemade music.
👉 Event details: https://www.sfmsfolk.org/info/home.html
Damn Tall Buildings — York
Saturday, January 17 — UUCY Brooklyn’s high‑energy “guerrilla roots” trio Damn Tall Buildings brings its blend of bluegrass, Americana, swing, and early‑20th‑century folk to York. Expect sharp songwriting, infectious stage presence, and a modern twist on classic American sounds.
👉 Event details: https://www.sfmsfolk.org/info/home.html
Crys Matthews — Harrisburg
Saturday, January 31 — Harrisburg Singer‑songwriter Crys Matthews closes out the month with a performance praised for its uplifting spirit and timely messages. ASCAP’s Eric Philbrook describes her as an artist who “lifts our spirits just when we need it most.”
👉 Event details: https://sfmsfolk.org/concerts/concerts.html
January First Friday: Wassail Celebration — Dills Tavern (Northern York County)
Friday, January 2 — 7–10 PM The Susquehanna Travellers provide acoustic American and Irish music for this historic winter celebration. Expect festive attire, traditional wassailing, and even a cannon blast to “scare away evil spirits.”
👉 Event details: https://www.northernyorkhistorical.org/events/january-first-friday
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