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Saves The Day

Mon, Sep 21, 2026at 8:00 PM
740 Water Street Southwest, Washington, DC
Free
Featuring: Saves The Day, Dosser

Saves The Day brings their influential blend of emo and punk to Washington, D.C., for a free show at Union Stage. The band, fronted by Chris Conley, has been a defining force in the emo scene since breaking through as teenagers. Their open-book emotional songwriting, exemplified by the 1999 album *Through Being Cool*, has resonated with listeners through themes of love, heartbreak, and adventure, cementing their place as a cornerstone of the genre. Joining them on the bill is rock band Dosser, completing an evening of cathartic and energetic performances.

The show takes place on a single night in late September at Union Stage, a venue located along the D.C. waterfront. The event is listed as free, offering fans a chance to see a band with a lasting legacy in modern rock without a ticket charge.

When: Monday, September 21, 2026

Venue: Union Stage, 740 Water Street SW, Washington, DC 20024

Lineup: Saves The Day, with support from Dosser

Tickets: Free admission

Run time: Not specified

Ages: Not specified

Note: Saves The Day is a band from Princeton, New Jersey, known for their significant influence on the emo sound, led by singer Chris Conley. Their catalog includes the landmark album *Through Being Cool* (1999).

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