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Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown OpenAlexandria · Sat, Oct 24, 2026

7:30 PM local time
BirchmereAlexandria, VA
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About this event

Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open takes place at Birchmere, Alexandria, VA on Saturday, October 24, 2026, starting at 7:30 PM local time.

It is listed as Rock / Pop (Concerts).

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Nearest station
Potomac Yard · Metro station · 1.5 km · 24 min walk
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Josh Ritter at Birchmere: show day guide

Show starts
7:30 PM
Josh Ritter on stage(est.)
7:30 PM
Set length(est.)
1 hr, 50 min
Expected finish(est.)
9:20 PM
Getting there
Potomac Yard, 1.5 km (24 min walk)
Parking
Plenty of free, secure on-site parking is available.

Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.

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Ticket limit
There is an eight (8) ticket limit for this event.
Please note
Will Call may be picked up at the Box Office as early as 5pm the night of the show.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Stoughton Opera House, Stoughton on October 9, 2026 · Tour: A Book of Gold Thrown Open 2026

  1. 1Thunderbolt's Goodnight
  2. 2Joy to You Baby
  3. 3Losing Battles
  4. 4Feels Like Lightning
  5. 5Father's War
  6. 6Where the Night Goes
  7. 7Miles Away
  8. 8Truth Is a Dimension (Both Invisible and Blinding)
  9. 9Deputy Blues No. 2 (The Sweetback Sisters)
  10. 10Lights
  11. 11New Lover
  12. 12Wild Ways
  13. 13Heart of Heaven
  14. 14The Curse
  15. 15Honeydew (No Light)
  16. 16Oh Lord (Part 3)
  17. 17Girl in the War
  18. 18Nowhere
  19. 19Kathleen
  20. 20Only a River
  21. 21Henrietta, Indiana
  22. 22Strangers
  23. 23Getting Ready to Get Down
  24. 24The Throne
  25. 25Mexican Home (John Prine)

Most played songs on this tour

  • Kathleen×14
  • Father's War×13
  • Truth Is a Dimension (Both Invisible and Blinding)×13
  • Honeydew (No Light)×12
  • Joy to You Baby×11
  • Losing Battles×11
  • Where the Night Goes×11
  • The Curse×11
  • The Throne×11
  • Deputy Blues No. 2×10

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Josh Ritter

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About Josh Ritter

Joshua B. Ritter is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and author who performs and records with the Royal City Band. Ritter is known for his distinctive Americana style and narrative lyrics. In 2006, he was named one of the "100 Greatest Living Songwriters" by Paste magazine.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Venue: Birchmere

3701 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22305
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Parking
Plenty of free, secure on-site parking is available.
Accessible seating
The Birchmere is completely handicapped accessible. No special ticket is required.
Children
All ages all the time. Everyone needs a ticket, no exceptions.
Box office
Box Office opens at 5PM only on performance days and closes at 9PM. Seating begins at 6pm, and showtime is 7:30pm
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Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open: FAQs

When is Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open?

Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM local time.

Where is Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open taking place?

At Birchmere, 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305.

How much are tickets for Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

Is there parking at Birchmere?

Plenty of free, secure on-site parking is available.

What songs will Josh Ritter play?

At their most recent show (October 9, 2026, Stoughton) Josh Ritter played 25 songs, including Thunderbolt's Goodnight, Joy to You Baby, Losing Battles, Feels Like Lightning, and Father's War.

Does Josh Ritter have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Josh Ritter has 11 upcoming dates, including Tarrytown (Oct 23), Alexandria (Oct 25), and Keene (Oct 29).

What time does Josh Ritter go on stage?

Josh Ritter is expected on stage around 7:30 PM. The show itself starts at 7:30 PM local time.

How long is Josh Ritter's set?

Recent shows ran to 25 songs, about 1 hr, 50 min on stage, so expect to finish around 9:20 PM.

Josh Ritter - A Book Of Gold Thrown Open

Sat, Oct 24, 2026

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