Put these shows on this weekend’s must-see list:
Thursday
Todd Snider and Dan Bern. Two of alt-country’s best singer-songwriters come to town. Details: $25; 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday; the Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; ticketmaster.com
Friday
Chayanne. Latin American pop star promises an excitement-filled show. Details: $61.50 to $101.50; 9 p.m., Patriot Center, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax; ticketmaster.com
Saturday
The Bigger Lights with Hotspur and Storm the Beaches. Local indie bands heat up the summer night with two shows. Details: $13; 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., Jammin Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna; 703-255-1566; jamminjava.com
Sunday
Miss Tess and the Bon Ton Parade. New York City-based indie rock. Details: $12; 8 p.m., Iota, 2832 Wilson Blvd., Arlington; no advance sales, 703-522-8340; iotaclubandcafe.com
–Nancy Dunham
