Events
AT THE PAPER MILL
LIVE MUSIC IS ALWAYS happening at paper mill creek saloon checkout our lineup below
The Papermill has always been the only place for live music in the valley for years.
View our list of entertainment below or visit our Paper Mill Creek Saloon Instagram Page for a listing of local happenings.
You must be 21 or older to enter The Papermill Creek Saloon.
Music
Lineup
Attila Viola and the Bakersfield Boys
Honky-Tonk country band, based on the music of Merle Haggard.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
6 pm
$10 Cover
Public Safety Social
Join us for our Public Safety Social on the first Tuesday of every month from 12–3pm. Free to attend, with a food truck on site. We welcome police, fire, EMTs, nurses, and all public safety professionals—active and retired.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
12 – 3 pm
Free Event
One and Done
One & Done is an original, hard-hitting alternative rock band based in Marin County. Their sound incorporates music from the classic rock of the 60’s through the grungy sounds of the 90’s.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
7 pm
Free Show!
JoJo Diamond
The JoJo Diamond Band is a popular Marin County blues and classic rock group fronted by veteran guitarist JoJo. Known for 40 years of guitar mastery, they deliver a high-energy mix of electric blues, slide guitar, and surf rock featuring covers by artists like Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and ZZ Top.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
7 – 10 pm
No Cover. Donations Accepted.
DANNY MONTANA
REAL country music, western swing, Americana and more…
Danny Montana Solo gig
Friday, October 9, 2026
5 pm
Free Happy Hour Show!
Old King & Maiden Mare
Tangible folk rock from local songwriters Max Jack & Clark Noone. Come early for Danny Montana and stay for Old King & Maiden Mare!
Friday, October 9, 2026
8:30 pm
$10 Cover
Wiser Eyes
Wiser Eyes is a Marin County Americana rock band performing frontman J. D. Hicks’s original album A Subtle Glow, along with select covers, highlighted by rich vocals and harmonies, soaring guitars, and driving rhythms that blend heartland rock with touches of folk and country.
Saturday, October 10, 2026
8:30 pm
$10 Cover
papermill gang
Sunday, October 11, 2026
7 pm
$10 Cover
Whisky Dent
“Lo-Fi, Hi Level Garage Rock that’s been dragged across the Barnyard…. Sonoma County style”
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
7 pm
Free Show!
forest knolls bluegrass jam
Free Bluegrass Community Event
Multiple Jams on and off stage the whole time!
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Open Jam 7:00 – 8:00 pm
House Band 8:00 – 9:00 pm
Open Jam 9:00 – 11:00 pm
No Cover, but Donations Appreciated
Howie's Persuasion
Celebrate Dave Cort’s Campaign For Lagunitas School Board with HOWIE’S PERSUASION: Howie Cort- Drums, Michael McQuilkin- Keyboards, David Russ-Bass, John Cunningham-Guitar, Very Special Guests-Vocals.
Friday, October 16, 2026
8 pm
$10 Cover
DANNY MONTANA & the bar association
REAL country music, western swing, Americana and more…
Full Band
Saturday, October 17, 2026
8 pm
$10 Cover
papermill gang
Sunday, October 18, 2026
7 pm
$10 Cover
tatum's muse
Tatum’s Muse is one of Marin’s newest and most original bands. Importantly, these guys are fun to hang with and this camaraderie sets the tone with their audience and fans. Their songbook is inspired by Marin County’s wonderful live music scene, bringing people of all ages together for party and dance!
Thursday, October 22, 2026
7:00 pm
DANNY MONTANA
REAL country music, western swing, Americana and more…
Danny Montana Solo gig
Friday, October 23, 2026
5 pm
Free Happy Hour Show!
Soultronics
Old school funk and R’n’B classic covers from the 70’s and 80’s.
Friday, October 23, 2026
8:30 pm
$10 Cover
Private Event
Saturday, October 24, 2026
7 pm
$10 Cover
papermill gang
Sunday, October 25, 2026
5 pm
Storytelling Night
Hosted by Anna Barker, an evening of real stories by real people. Listen or share a true and engaging 5-minute story about your own experience.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
7 – 9 pm
No Cover
Distortion Therapy
Dynamic Bay Area rock band playing covers from all eras. Come for a therapy session!
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
7 pm
Free Show
Stormbirds
Bay Area Americana
Thursday, October 29, 2026
7 pm
Free Show
Beso Negro
A blend of jazz manouche (Gypsy jazz), hard-driving rock, Americana, and Latin flamenco rhythms.
Friday, October 30, 2026
8:30 pm
Forest Jam Band Halloween Party
The Forest Jam is a Marin based band that plays hauntingly danceable covers and scary originals with spookly jam band vibes!
Saturday, October 31, 2026
8 pm
$10 Cover
Public Safety Social
Join us for our Public Safety Social on the first Tuesday of every month from 12–3pm. Free to attend and we usually have some pizza pies, too. We welcome police, fire, EMTs, nurses, and all public safety professionals—active and retired.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
12 – 3 pm
Free Event
The Next Phase
The Next Phase is a collective of veteran musicians serving up funky grooves with vintage soul — crafting music designed to keep the room moving all night long. Fueled by a kaleidescopic blend of funk, rock, and jam-infused improvisation, the band pulls their audiences into the groove for a dynamic live music experience.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
7 pm
Free Show!
Rat Palace w/ Noaa Rienecker
Rat Palace plays deep cuts from the trad jazz songbook. Expect haunting vocal harmonies and selections from the 20s, 30s, and 40s.
Thursday, November 5, 2026
8 pm
$10 Cover
The Jean Genies
The Bay Area’s premier David Bowie Tribute band!
Friday, November 6, 2026
8:30 pm
$20 Cover
Barry "The Fish" Melton Band
Having played together since the early 1980s, the Barry “The Fish” Melton Band carries forward the San Francisco rock & roll tradition that put the Bay Area on the map in the mid-1960s. As they say, “When the band starts playing, I don’t want to stop!!” Members have played with Country Joe & the Fish, Bonnie Raitt, and more.
Saturday, November 7, 2026
7 pm
$20 Cover
papermill gang
Sunday, November 8, 2026
7 pm
$10 Cover
The Stick Shifts
The Stick Shifts are a classic rock band with a loyal following and popular setlist, performing around the Bay and at private parties monthly.
Thursday, November 12, 2026
7 pm
DANNY MONTANA
REAL country music, western swing, Americana and more…
Danny Montana Solo gig
Friday, November 13, 2026
5 pm
Free Happy Hour Show!
Nathalie Tedrick Open Belly
An Open Mic Belly Dance Night! Features live music by Helm. Featuring Student and professional belly dance performers.
Email Nathalie to sign up! Ntedrick@gmail.com
Saturday, November 14, 2026
7:30
Donations Appreciated
papermill gang
Sunday, November 15, 2026
7 pm
$10 Cover
Wendy Fitz Trio
Jazzy standards from the Wendy Fitz Trio.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
5 – 7 pm
No Cover
Pauli Mac & Friends
Fronted by former KNBR morning show host and current host of the daily Pauli Mac’s particles podcast, Paul McCaffrey. The band focuses on Grateful Dead and other classic rock.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
8:30 pm
$10 Cover
papermill gang
Sunday, November 22, 2026
7 pm
$10 Cover
Storytelling Night
Hosted by Anna Barker, an evening of real stories by real people. Listen or share a true and engaging 5-minute story about your own experience.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
7 – 9 pm
No Cover
Ryan MacNeill and the Big Deal
Ryan MacNeill and the Big Deal bring their cosmic blend of roots rock, Americana to the Paper Mill Creek Saloon for an unforgettable night of music and adventure. Special guests Go By Ocean Duo open the night.
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
8 pm
Free Show!
DANNY MONTANA
REAL country music, western swing, Americana and more…
Danny Montana Solo gig
Friday, November 27, 2026
5 pm
Free Happy Hour Show!
hallie austin
Her music defies genre, driven by an unquenchable curiosity and a desire to explore vulnerable truths that many shy away from.
Saturday, November 28, 2026
8:30 pm
$15 Cover
Public Safety Social
Join us for our Public Safety Social on the first Tuesday of every month from 12–3pm. Free to attend and we usually have some pizza pies, too. We welcome police, fire, EMTs, nurses, and all public safety professionals—active and retired.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
12 – 3 pm
Free Event
Storytelling Night
Hosted by Anna Barker, an evening of real stories by real people. Listen or share a true and engaging 5-minute story about your own experience.
Tuesday, December 29, 2026
7 – 9 pm
No Cover
2026 ENTERTAINMENT
• El Radio Fantastique
• San Geronimo
• Beso Negro
• Soul Ska
• The Happy’s
• Damma Damma
• Lone Wolf Coyotes
• Prog Frog
• Kevin Meade & Highway One
• Virgil Shaw
• Funk Nugget
• SOULBILLIES
• The Anahita Skye Band
• Epicenter Sound System
• Danny Montana
• The Crooked Stuff
• Asteroid #4
• Stymie and the PJLO
• Walking mirrors
PHOTOS ©WILLIAM WAYLAND PHOTOGRAPHY
location
1 Castro Street
Forest Knolls, CA 94933
2026 HOURS
Mon - Thurs 3pm - close
Fri - Sun 1pm - close
PHONE
415.488.9235
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