DWEEZIL ZAPPA DZ20: Like Father, Like Son

Guitarist and bandleader Dweezil Zappa brings his DZ20: Like Father, Like Son Tour to the Birchmere for a single performance marking two decades of performing and reimagining his father Frank Zappa’s vast and adventurous musical catalog. The show offers more than two hours of music covering Frank Zappa’s career, mixing fan favorites with deep cuts, rare arrangements, and improvisational twists. Dweezil leads a handpicked ensemble of elite musicians through material that spans rock, jazz, orchestral, fusion, and experimental styles, presenting the music with both faithful precision and creative reinvention.

When: Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 7:30 pm.

Showtimes: Doors and showtime details are not specified beyond the 7:30 pm start time listed on the event page.

Tickets: General admission tickets are $99.50. Through Ticketmaster the price is $125.30, and at the Birchmere Box Office the price is $106.50. Tickets are also available at the Birchmere Box Office any night the venue has a show, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

VIP Experiences: A robust VIP offering provides an enhanced connection to the performance. Available experiences include exclusive pre‑show access to soundcheck, a rare live mixing experience offering insight into real‑time sound shaping, and select side‑stage access for an alternate viewing angle during the show. These are designed for both dedicated fans and curious newcomers.

Run time: The performance is described as spanning more than two hours of music.

Ages: No age restrictions are mentioned; the Birchmere is a general‑admission music hall that typically allows all ages unless specified otherwise.

Venue: The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Phone: 703‑549‑7500. The venue’s website and box office details are available through the organizer.

Note: The event is part of the DZ20: Like Father, Like Son Tour, which celebrates 20 years of Dweezil Zappa’s dedication to preserving and expanding Frank Zappa’s musical legacy. VIP experiences should be purchased separately and may have limited availability; fans are encouraged to visit Dweezil Zappa’s official website at https://www.dweezilzappa.com/ for more information.