Runnin' Late is a Delaware based classic rock band with influences from both jazz and blues. Around the core of bass, drums, and guitar, we feature keyboards and saxophone, enabling us to cover territory often untouched by traditional guitar-based rock bands. We mix covers with originals - with a debut CD released in 2014. Runnin' Late was a finalist in the WMGK Rock MD competition held at the Keswick Theatre.
If you're into groups like Van Morrison, Steely Dan, Chicago, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bruce Springsteen, Supertramp, Joe Cocker, Dave Matthews, and more, come check us out. You won't be disappointed!
Now on iTunes - Runnin' Late Debut CD!
Runnin' Late's debut album was released to a SOLD OUT Queen Theater in Wilmington, DE on February 21, 2014. Produced by drummer / recording engineer Steve Breske, this self-titled compilation features 11 originals plus one quasi-original version of a classic cover. Unlike bands whose song writing centers around a single member, Runnin' Late's originals were created with lyrics and music from four of the six members and a heavy dose of creative input from the other two. Purchase a CD at any Runnin' Late show or download digitally at iTunes, Amazon.com, and CDBaby.
Runnin' Late Holiday Show - Now on Even Years at the Queen Wilmington
In recognition of the psychological phenomena that Christmas seems to come sooner every year, Runnin’ Late has re-scheduled its annual holiday show to be a biennial event. The event will now be held on “even” years (2024, 2026, etc.) at the Queen Wilmington. We hope to continue to sell out the Crown Room (one of our favorite places to play) for this holiday event and we look forward sharing the joys of the season - albeit half as often! - with our friends. Our next holiday show is December of 2026.
Upcoming Shows
Postponed - The Reef
Due to an Injured Musician
This gig, slated for late February 2025, has been postposed. It has been re-scheduled for Saturday Night October 4 (see below). Click the below links to see other great bands playing the Reef this month
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Twisted Irons Craft Brewing
Rock & Roll with Some of Delaware's
Best Craft Brewed Ales
Twisted Irons Craft Brewing
303 Ruthar Drive
Newark, DE 19711
Friday Night June 20, 2025
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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Irish Eyes - Lewes
Runnin' Late Hits the Beach
Irish Eyes Pub & Restaurant
213 Anglers Road
Lewes, DE
Saturday Night July 19, 2025
8:30 PM to 12:30 PM
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The Beer Garden at Whitehall
A Great Outdoor Venue
The Beer Garden at Whitehall
735 Mapleton Ave
Middletown, DE 19707
Friday Night August 1, 2025
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
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Julia & Anthony Wedding
Private Event
Flatt Rock Wine Cellars
Seneca Lake, NY
Saturday August 23, 2025
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The Reef
Runnin' Late Returns to the Reef
One of Delaware's Top Rock Venues
The Reef Restaurant
18 Carpenter Plaza
Wilmington, DE
Saturday Night October 4, 2025
8:00 PM
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Finnegan's Pub - Wilmington
A Late Autumn Jam at Wilmington's Hottest Neighborhood Pub
1701 Lovering Avenue
Wilmington, DE
Saturday Night November 15, 2025
8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
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Venues We've Played
(a partial list)
The Queen Theater
Wilmington, DE
World Cafe Live
Philadelpia, PA
The Keswick Theatre
Glenside, PA
Baltimore Convention Center
Baltimore, MD
The Reef
Wilmington, DE
Kennett Flash
Kennett Square, PA
Irish Eyes
Lewes, DE
Bellevue State Park
Wilmington, DE
Docklands Riverfront
Wilmington, DE
Finnegan's Pub
Wilmington, DE
Limestone BBQ and Bourbon
Wilmington, DE
Twisted Irons Craft Brewing
Newark, DE
And Many More ...