THE WAILIN’ JENNYS
The Wailin’ Jennys, the acclaimed Canadian folk trio known for their exquisite vocal harmonies, bring their celebrated live performance to the Birchmere Music Hall in Alexandria, Virginia, for a two-night engagement on September 2 and 3, 2026. Formed from a chance collaboration at a small Winnipeg guitar shop, founding members Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody, and Heather Masse have become one of the most beloved acts in folk-roots music, earning multiple Juno Awards and a devoted international following. Their concerts are noted for stunning harmonies, accomplished instrumental work, and engaging stage presence, drawing on a catalog that includes standout albums like _40 Days_, _Firecracker_, _Bright Morning Stars_, and the career-spanning _Fifteen_.
When: The show is scheduled for September 3, 2026, with a 7:30 pm start time. (The event listing also includes September 2; if a second performance occurs, details are not provided in the available text.)
Showtimes: Doors open at an unspecified time; the performance begins at 7:30 pm.
Tickets: Tickets for the September 3 show are priced at $75.00 per person. Through Ticketmaster, the total with fees comes to $96.60; purchasing directly at the Birchmere Box Office brings the cost to $82.00. The box office is open any night there is a show, from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Lineup: The Wailin’ Jennys are Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody, and Heather Masse. Their longtime side musicians, Richard Moody and Adam Dobres, typically accompany them in live performances.
Run time: Not specified in the provided information.
Ages: No age restrictions are mentioned; the venue may have its own policy.
Venue: The Birchmere Music Hall, located at 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305. Phone: 703-549-7500. General email: birchmere@birchmere.com; booking email: booking@birchmere.com. The venue website is available from the Birchmere.
Note: The group is currently touring and road-testing new songs for an upcoming studio album, so attendees may hear fresh material alongside classics. No information is provided about accessibility accommodations or other logistics.