Pictrola Plays Sperryville Free Concert June 18
The Sperryville Summer Concert Series returns to the River District lawn this month — here's what to know before you go
Pictrola Headlines the June Sperryville Summer Concert Series
Mark your calendar: Pictrola performs at the Sperryville Summer Concert Series on Thursday, June 18, 2026 — and admission is completely free. Presented by RAAC Arts and the Sperryville Community Alliance, the show takes place on the lawn at the Sperryville River District, tucked in next to Copper Fox Antiques along the banks of the Hughes River.
This is one of the most low-key, genuinely enjoyable free events in the entire DC day-trip corridor. There's no ticketing, no parking fees, no dress code — just good live music against a backdrop of Blue Ridge foothills on a warm June evening.
About the Summer Concert Series Format
The Sperryville Summer Concert Series runs on the third Thursday of every month, May through September. Each show is held outdoors on the River District lawn. If the weather turns, the series moves indoors to Copper Fox Distillery — which, as a venue, adds its own considerable charm. No rain dates are scheduled; the indoor backup keeps the show going regardless.
The series is a community production in the best sense: local arts funding, a walkable village setting, and rotating performers who bring genuine variety from month to month.
Planning Your Summer Around the Series
If June 18 doesn't work for your schedule, you still have July, August, and September shows to look forward to. The third-Thursday format makes it easy to plan a recurring Rappahannock County evening outing — pair a concert with dinner in Sperryville or a late-afternoon wine tasting before the music starts.
Sperryville's compact walkable core means you can pop into the River District Arts galleries, browse the Sperryville Marketplace, and settle in for the show without moving your car. The whole evening practically plans itself.
What to Bring
- A blanket or low lawn chair — outdoor seating is informal
- Cash or card for food trucks or any vendors on-site
- A light layer — evenings in the Blue Ridge foothills can cool off quickly even in June
- Good weather backup awareness — if it rains, head to Copper Fox Distillery at 9 River Lane
What Else Is Happening in the River District That Evening
The River District Arts complex at 7 River Lane is home to historic artist studios and galleries in a restored 1930s apple packing facility — one of the more atmospheric small-venue settings in Rappahannock County. On concert nights, the galleries are often open before showtime, making the early evening a natural art-and-music combination.
Copper Fox Distillery — the rain backup venue and a River District neighbor — produces Wasmund's Single Malt Whiskey and has historically offered tours of its operation. It's worth a look before or after the show if you've never been inside.
Planning Your Visit
Sperryville River District / Concert Lawn
- Address: 7 River Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740 (next to Copper Fox Antiques)
- Concert date: June 18, 2026 (Pictrola)
- Series schedule: Third Thursdays, May–September 2026
- Cover: Free
- Rain venue: Copper Fox Distillery, 9 River Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740
- Presented by: RAAC Arts and Sperryville Community Alliance
Copper Fox Distillery (Rain Backup)
- Address: 9 River Lane, Sperryville, VA 22740
- Phone: (757) 903-2076
- Website: copperfoxdistillery.com
Note: Specific set times for the June 18 concert had not been confirmed at time of publication. Check RAAC Arts or the Sperryville Community Alliance social channels for updated details closer to the date.
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