Worcester Music Awards
The time has come to honor and showcase the best of the best from Worcester’s local music scene! Head over to The Palladium to enjoy a night of performances from local bands and celebrate Worcester’s local talent. This event is 21+. 7 p.m. April 10; The Palladium, 261 Main St., Worcester; free; thepulsemag.com.

Celtic Woman: Ancient Land
Celtic Woman celebrates Ireland’s rich musical and cultural heritage, while continuing its remarkable legacy of introducing some of Ireland’s most talented singers and musicians onto the world stage. The group’s new album “Ancient Land “celebrates the centuries-old Irish tradition of telling stories through song: stories of the land, stories of love and stories of dance, with songs that will bring a piece of Ireland to audiences everywhere. 3 p.m., April 7; Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester; $45 – $156; thehanovertheatre.org/celticwomanancientland.

A Night of Comedy: A Benefit for the Ava Roy Fund
The Worcester Fire Fighters Local 1009 presents a night of comedy featuring Kendra Cunningham, James Dorsey, Jimmy Dunn, Chris Tabb and Tony V. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Ava Roy Fund. Come out and enjoy this great event with some of the funniest comedians on the East Coast, while honoring fallen hero and firefighter Christopher Roy. 8 p.m., April 26; Hanover Theatre, 2 Southbridge St., Worcester $28 – $43, VIP Tickets $100. thehanovertheatre.org/nightofcomedy.

Brew Woo
Worcester’s Original Craft Beer Festival, Brew Woo, celebrates its ninth anniversary this year. The festival, held in the Convention Center of Worcester’s premiere sporting and entertainment facility, features craft beer tasting from over 80 breweries. Enjoy live music, feast on savory food offerings, and shop at unique vendors to experience everything Brew Woo has to offer. Brew Woo is presented by Wachusett Brewing Co. and Yankee Spirits. This event is 21+.1 p.m. and 6 p.m., April 20; DCU Center, 50 Foster St., Worcester; $38 – $68; brewwoo.com.