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Celebrate Live Music

Seattle’s music venues offer something for everyone.

Our city’s music scene is second to none, and every night of the week you’re certain to find something interesting. No matter your interest—rock, hip hop, jazz, grunge, symphonic, and more—there’s something for you! Scroll down for some visitor favorites.

Please visit the websites of each music venue ahead of time to learn more and reserve tickets.

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SEATTLE MUSIC VENUES

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A drummer in a suit plays a drum set, focused on the performance. Dark purple curtains hang in the background, with stage lighting highlighting the musician and cymbals. Bill Charlap Trio at Dimitriou's Jazz Alley | Johan-Broberg

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley
Neighborhood: Belltown


Since 1979, Jazz Alley has been a West Coast 'must play' for the towering figures in the world of jazz.
Ornate theater interior with rows of plush, golden seats on multiple levels. Intricate designs adorn the ceiling and walls. Warm lighting enhances the opulent atmosphere. A large stage is visible at the front.

The Paramount
Neighborhood: Downtown


This beautifully restored 1926 theatre welcomes national and international touring artists.
A wide-angle view of a concert in a grand theater, showcasing a band performing on stage with colorful lighting. The audience fills the seats and stands, enjoying the lively atmosphere under the ornate architectural details of the venue. Courtesy Jason Tang/Seattle Theatre Group

The Moore Theatre
Neighborhood: Belltown


Seattle's oldest operating theatre is a community favorite for both local & touring shows in its 1800 seat capacity.

A vibrant, colorful theater scene with a full audience. Bright, multicolored lights create dynamic patterns on the domed ceiling. On stage, performers entertain under a dramatic, illuminated backdrop. The theater has ornate architectural details. Photo: Neptune Theatre

The Neptune
Neighborhood: U District


A restored former moviehouse welcomes touring & local artists in a variety of genres.

A dimly lit music venue with a stage ready for a performance. Tables are set with drinks and candles, and attendees are seated, facing the stage. The space has a warm ambiance with blue and yellow lighting highlighting the stage area.

The Triple Door
Neighborhood: Downtown


Redefining the live music experience with plush half-moon booths, colorful cocktails, state of the art sound and a Pacific Northwest inspired menu.

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Benaroya Hall
Neighborhood: Downtown


This acoustically superb hall is home to Seattle Symphony and also hosts touring concerts and other regional ensembles.

A rock concert scene with a crowd surfing performer in a striped shirt being held up by the audience. People around are cheering, with raised hands and some taking photos. The stage is dimly lit with a bright spotlight on the performer.

Neumos
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill


Enjoy a carefully curated calendar, outstanding light production, and state-of-the-art sound.

A vibrant concert venue packed with a large crowd, illuminated by colorful stage lights. The audience stands beneath a textured, dome-shaped ceiling, facing a bright stage. Energetic atmosphere filled with excitement.

The Showbox
Neighborhood: Downtown


This storied room has been a beloved mainstay of the Seattle music scene since it first opened in 1939.

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The Crocodile
Neighborhood: Belltown


The legendary venue has reopened in a new expanded space, still in Belltown.

A spacious, empty warehouse venue with a wooden ceiling and structural beams. The polished concrete floor is unobstructed, and bright lights illuminate the space. Doors and a raised platform are visible in the background.

Showbox SODO
Neighborhood: SoDo


A converted-warehouse-turned-concert venue located just south of the sports stadiums in the SoDo district.

A musician passionately performs on stage, playing an acoustic guitar. Warm lights create a cozy atmosphere. The performer wears a red shirt and leans forward, deeply immersed in the music.

Tractor Tavern
Neighborhood: Ballard


Located in Ballard's historic district, and celebrating nearly 30 years of diesel music, drinks and dancing.

Aerial view of the Seattle skyline with the Space Needle prominently in the foreground. The Climate Pledge Arena sits surrounded by lush green trees, and Mount Rainier is visible in the distant background under a clear sky. Climate Pledge Arena

Climate Pledge Arena
Neighborhood: Uptown


Seattle's stunning new arena is a prime stop for large tours in the Northwest.

A band performs on an indoor stage adorned with colorful string lights. The audience sits at wooden tables, some capturing the moment on their phones. The cozy venue has a warm, inviting atmosphere with dim lighting. Shaina Shepherd at Tim's Tavern. Photo by Jim Bennett.

Tim's Tavern
Neighborhood: White Center


Tim's Tavern offers live music 7 days a week. Covered/heated outdoor stage and intimate indoor stage.
Street view of The Royal Room, a brick building with red and yellow accents, featuring large windows. A tree with festive lights and streetlamp are in the foreground, with other buildings and a car visible down the street.

The Royal Room
Neighborhood: Columbia City


This welcoming place in the Columbia City neighborhood has been a performer and audience favorite since 2009.

A lively band performance in a colorful venue. A seated guitarist and singer faces a standing bassist. In the background, a drummer energetically plays in front of a vibrant mural on the wall. Tom Price Desert Classic at Slim's. Photo: Mike Mitchell

Slim's Last Chance
Neighborhood: Georgetown


Find Slim's in the industrial outskirts of downtown, offering food, drinks and music on indoor or outdoor stages, depending on the season.

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El Corazon/The Funhouse
Neighborhood: South Lake Union


Sister clubs in the heart of downtown Seattle, carrying on the tradition of rocking this spot since 1910. All ages and 21+ shows.

A vibrant indoor concert scene with a band performing on stage under colorful lights. The venue is filled with a diverse audience seated on wooden benches and standing, enjoying the live music. The atmosphere is lively and energetic.

Nectar Lounge
Neighborhood: Fremont


Seattle's largest indoor/outdoor concert venue welcomes all genres & artists from around the globe.

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The Rabbit Box
Neighborhood: Downtown


Hidden in plain sight, the Rabbit Box offers an intimate experience for those in the know from within the heart of Seattle’s famous Pike Place Market.

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SeaMonster Lounge
Neighborhood: Wallingford


Seattle's home for live funk, soul and jazz

A large, energetic crowd at an indoor concert venue, with colorful lights and confetti falling from above. A stage is visible in the distance, illuminated by bright spotlights. The audience has raised hands, enjoying the lively atmosphere.

WaMu Theater
Neighborhood: SoDo


This flexible large hall hosts a variety of touring acts.

A lively nightclub scene with a crowd dancing under colorful lights. Confetti falls from the ceiling, and there's a large inflatable unicorn and cluster of balloons. People raise their hands, enjoying the vibrant party atmosphere.

Supernova
Neighborhood: SoDo


An immersive arts and entertainment venue offering disco, house music and live performances. .

A dimly lit music venue with a stage, microphone stands, and an amplifier. The ceiling is adorned with string lights, creating a warm ambiance. Circular windows on dark wood walls provide a cozy, intimate setting.

Sunset Tavern
Neighborhood: Ballard


A small room with a big heart bringing live music to Ballard since 2000.

A band performs on stage at a dimly lit venue. Five musicians play instruments including guitars and drums. A backdrop of silver tinsel and framed portraits adds color. A screen displays the letter The Picketts at Darrell's. Photo: Miro Jugum.

Darrell's Tavern
Neighborhood: Shoreline


"Where Your Dad Used to Drink." The vibe is vintage but the music is current.

Fremont Abbey

Fremont Abbey
Neighborhood: Fremont


Hosting intimate concerts, readings, comedy and more with events nearly every week.

Ballard Homestead

Ballard Homestead
Neighborhood: Ballard


Sister venue to Fremont Abbey offering similar programming.

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Belltown Yacht Club
Status: open
Neighborhood: Belltown

Located in the historic 1889 Barnes building, home to rock, punk & blues.

Taste of the Caribbean & Red Lounge

Taste of the Caribbean & Red Lounge
Neighborhood: Central District


The only place to find authentic Jamaican food and music in Seattle, full of beats, eats, and will have you grooving in your seats!

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Clock Out Lounge
Neighborhood: Beacon Hill


This casual bar offers pizza, beer & live music.

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Central Saloon
Neighborhood: Pioneer Square


From the Yukon miners to grunge music pioneers to the latest in new music, The Central has a deep Seattle history.

Rumba Notes Lounge

Rumba Notes Lounge
Neighborhood: Columbia City


An African restaurant and event venue promoting local artists and presenting international touring artists.

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The Vera Project
Neighborhood: Uptown


An all-ages nonprofit space dedicated to fostering personal and community transformation through collaborative, youth-driven engagement in music and art.

A band performing on stage in a dimly lit venue, with colorful lights and smoke effects. The audience is gathered closely, enjoying the music. The band's name, partially visible, is displayed in the background.

High Dive
Neighborhood: Fremont


A perfect size venue to host national acts, multi night residencies, and emerging acts.

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Skylark
Neighborhood: West Seattle


Live local music and open mic nights in West Seattle's casual community hang out with a scratch kitchen.

A cozy, dimly lit bar with small round tables and cushioned booths. Candles on tables create a warm ambiance. A stage with closed red curtains is at the far end, and the bar is illuminated by soft lighting.

Barboza
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill


The intimate lower level at Neumos hosts live music, and dance nights.

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Chop Suey
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill


Live music shows for 21+ and all ages, indie dance parties too.

Close-up of glass bottles with labels featuring a stylized owl design. The bottles are arranged in a row with soft, warm lighting in the background, creating a cozy atmosphere.

Conor Byrne Pub
Neighborhood: Ballard


Casual Irish bar offering live music, from blues to folk, plus a large beer & whiskey selection.

A black-and-white image of a rock band performing on stage. The guitarist is playing passionately, the singer is kneeling while holding the microphone, and the drummer is energetically playing drums. Stage lights create dramatic beams. Witch Mountain at Substation, Mike Mitchell photo

Substation
Neighborhood: Ballard


Underground warehouse bar/music venue with a penchant for metal.

Three musicians perform in a cozy venue with a brick wall backdrop. A drummer, a double bassist, and a vibraphonist play together. A Manazma Sheen at Vermillion. Photo: Mike Mitchell

Vermillion Art Gallery + Bar
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill


This popular gallery & bar hosts Seattle Jazz Fellowship shows every week, plus special events

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Blue Moon Tavern
Neighborhood: U District


Seattle's historic dive bar is re-emerging as a live music venue.

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Egan's Ballard Jam House
Neighborhood: Ballard


Presenting jazz and acoustic in a small space.

Seasonal outdoor concerts & festivals

Many venues present outdoor shows in the summer months, for ideas, take a look at our calendar of events at the top of the page, or our annual festivals calendar.

Festival Calendar

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