Finish off summer with some hot entertainment — whether your idea of fun involves theater, music, festivals, outdoor activities or learning something new, we’ve got your entertainment guide right here in NXT Best!
Movie Night: The Boys in the Boat
Tuesday, Sept. 3 – 6 p.m.
Smithsburg Library Community Room
66 W. Water St.
Smithsburg
Biographical sports drama. Rated PG-13. Free admission. To register, call 301-824-7722.
The National Road
Wednesday, Sept. 4 – 7 p.m.
Robert C. Byrd Center Auditorium
Shepherd University
213 N. King St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Lecture presented by Tiffany Ahalt of the National Road Heritage Foundation. Part of the 2024 Historic Shepherdstown Speaker Series. Free. Call 304-876-0910, email hsc1786@gmail.com or go to historicshepherdstown.com.
6th Annual Washington Goes Purple Exhibit
Thursday, Sept. 5 – opening reception 5 to 7 p.m., exhibit continues through Oct. 1 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays; online beginning Saturday, Sept. 7
Washington County Arts Council
34 S. Potomac St.
Hagerstown
Theme is “Happiness by Choice — ReStory Your Life.” Artwork explores themes of recovery from substance use and mental health challenges. Go to https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/.
Jill Fulton Band
Friday, Sept. 6 – 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Music Makers
46 W. Main St.
Waynesboro, Pa.
Classic rock, country, blues and soul. Free admission. Donations appreciated. For more information, email music@artsalliancegw.org or call 717-655-2500.
The Big Lebowski
Friday, Sept. 6 – opening party 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., film 7 p.m.
Shepherdstown Opera House
131 W. German St.
Shepherdstown, W.Va.
Comedy. ShepherdstownFilm Society opening party. Costumes encouraged. Popcorn, soft drinks, wine and beer available for purchase. General admission, pay-what-you-will. Advanced reservations encouraged, due to limited seating. Go to OperaHouseLive.com. Call 304-876-3704.
U.S. Army Blues
Friday, Sept. 6 – 6:15 p.m.
Hagerstown Community College Alumni Amphitheater
11400 Robinwood Drive
Hagerstown
Jazz ensemble. Hosted by Hagerstown Community College’s Alumni Association. Concessions available for purchase. May bring lawn chairs/blankets. Free admission. For more information and weather updates, email lsstewart@hagerstowncc.edu or call 240-500-2346.
Tyrone Vaughan with Hot Texas Sun
Friday, Sept. 6 – 8 to 10:30 p.m.
Hub City Vinyl
28 E. Baltimore St.
Hagerstown
Blues. $17.85. Go to or call 301-800-9390.
Historic Architecture of Washington County Bus Tour
Saturday, Sept. 7 – 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Meet at JCPenney parking lot
Suite 400
17301 Valley Mall Road
Hagerstown
Sites include Groh Mansion, Ringgold Meeting House, Stone Field and Saylor House. Hosted by the Washington County Historical Society. Guided by WCHS’ Executive Director Andy Stout, WCHS staff and board members. $65 includes lunch, snacks and drinks, along with a WCHS membership. Call 301-797-8782, email info@washcohistory.org or go to washcohistory.org/events/.
53rd Annual Boonesborough Days
Saturday, Sept. 7, and Sunday, Sept. 8 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Shafer Park
241 Potomac St.
Boonsboro
Traditional and early American handmade crafts, paintings and unique gifts. Historical demonstrations. More than 160 exhibitors, Civil War display and artifacts, Tri State Astronomers, food and more. Leashed dogs welcome. Sponsored by Boonsboro Historical Society. Free admission. Donations welcome at Boonsboro Historical Society’s booth. Proceeds benefit local historical preservation and community programs.
Naked Eye
Saturday, Sept. 7 – 10 a.m. to noon
Brooke’s House Coffee & Chocolate Shop
1083 Maryland Ave.
Hagerstown
Classic rock. Call 240-203-8183. Go to brookeshousecoffeeandchocolate.com/.
Make Me Laugh Comedy Cookout
Saturday, Sept. 7 – 3 to 8 p.m.
University Plaza
50 W. Washington St.
Hagerstown
Hosted by Chad Beadle. DJ Bizzy and local comedians Jimmy Hayes Jr., Simone Le Ann, Sandy Bernstein, Herricane, Sean Savoy and Chris Ables. Meet and greet with special guest Hailey Welch. Food vendors. Exhibit NFL team pride and receive complimentary entry. Sponsored by the city of Hagerstown.
Trick Bag
Saturday, Sept. 7 – 6 to 8 p.m.
Upper Stem Brewery
20150 Leitersburg Pike
Hagerstown
Blues, rock and folk. Food truck. Call 301-848-9527.
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder
Saturday, Sept. 7 – 7:30 p.m.
Luhrs Center
475 Lancaster Drive
Shippensburg, Pa.
Country. $39 to $59. Go to or call 717- 477-7469.
Tanasi with Long Meadow Mining Company
Saturday, Sept. 7 – 8 to 10:30 p.m.
Hub City Vinyl
28 E. Baltimore St.
Hagerstown
Country. $23.18. Go to or call 301-800-9390.
Back to Back
Sunday, Sept. 8 – 2 to 5 p.m.
Pen Mar Park
14600 Pen Mar Road
Highfield-Cascade
Music and dancing. Part of Jim and Fay Powers Music Series. Free. Call 240-313-2700 or go to www.washco-md.net.
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