Where to Find the Best Live Music in Phoenix

Going on vacation is exciting for so many reasons. You get to explore a whole new city (or revisit one of your favorites) and discover all the best places to eat, local events, and local attractions. If you’re a music lover, learning all about a city’s music scene is one of the best parts of traveling. We have great news for those of you planning a trip to Arizona soon; there’s incredible live music in Phoenix!

From bars with cover bands to iconic local music venues, you’ll find all kinds of genres spanning the city. Planning a trip soon? We’ve got you covered with where to find the best live music in Phoenix right here. Let’s dive in!

Bars with Live Music in Phoenix

Sometimes you want to hear live music, but you don’t want to sit down in a theater or venue. That’s more than alright! The greatest bands in town are often found in smaller bars like the ones we list below. Head on over, order a beer or two, and enjoy the sounds of some truly incredible local bands!

Valley Bar Phoenix

What could be better than listening to music in a speakeasy? Valley Bar is a cool spot to check out in downtown Phoenix. It's located underground, so you can hear live music from a whole new perspective. The ambiance is hard to beat!

• Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 6 PM – 2 AM; Closed Mondays
• Location: 130 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004 (entrance in alley)
• Age Restriction: Primarily 21+, though some shows are 16+ or 18+ with a guardian; children under 13 not permitted
• Typical Music Genres: Indie rock, hip-hop, soul, alternative, electronic
• Live Music Frequency: Multiple nights per week, including free DJ sets and local showcases
• Food: Yes, Valley Bar offers a small bites menu and cocktails.

Grand Avenue Brewing

Grand Ave Brewing not only has great beer, they have live music, too!  Local legends Mario Moreno and the Ramblers play original Rockabilly & Cumbia every first Friday of the month from 8-10 PM, and other rotating bands play every third Friday. You don’t want to miss it!

• Hours: Thursday 4–10 PM; Friday 4–11 PM; Saturday 12–10 PM; Sunday 12–7 PM; Closed Monday–Wednesday
• Location: 1205 W Pierce St, Phoenix, AZ 85007
• Age Restriction: All ages welcome
• Typical Music Genres: Instrumental lounge, indie, local acts
• Live Music Frequency: First Friday of the month, Third Fridays feature rotating bands
• Food: Yes! Enjoy scratch-made dishes and house-smoked meats.

Copper Blue’s Rock Pub & Kitchen

Copper Blue's is located right in the heart of downtown Phoenix and has amazing music performances happening every night. With over 60 beers on tap, you're sure to find something you like to sip on, plus the music is spectacular!

• Hours: Monday–Thursday: 3 PM – 12 AM; Friday: 12 PM – 2 AM; Saturday: 3 PM – 2 AM; Sunday: 3 PM – 12 AM
• Location: 50 W Jefferson St, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85003
• Age Restriction: 21+ after 9 PM; under 21 allowed before 9 PM
• Typical Music Genres: Rock, pop, cover bands, acoustic sets
• Live Music Frequency: Seven nights a week, including live band karaoke and DJ nights
• Food: Yes! Try some elevated pub fare, and over 60 beers on tap.

Local Music Venues in Phoenix

If you do want to have a proper night out and go to a local music venue, there are great options in Phoenix. Here are just a few local favorites:

Crescent Ballroom

• Capacity: 500
• Location: 308 N 2nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
• Typical Genres: You can find all genres here! We recommend researching the bands on the calendar before you buy a ticket (or hey, go in blind if you’re feeling adventurous!). You’ll find anything from alternative, rock, hip-hop, jazz, and R&B.
• Age Restriction: Varies by show. Crescent Ballroom is a 21+ venue, but underage guests can be accompanied by a legal guardian. Children under 12 years old are never permitted inside the venue.
• Hours: Crescent Ballroom opens one hour before the doors of any show. Check their calendar for showtimes!

The Rhythm Room

• Capacity: 350
• Location: 1019 E. Indian School Road | Phoenix, Arizona 85014
• Typical Genres: Roots and Blues primarily! However, it also hosts a variety of other genres, including rock, indie rock, folk, and even some jazz, reggae, and R&B.
• Age Restrictions: 21+
• Hours: Doors open approximately one hour before show time.

Innings Music Festival

We can’t talk about live music in Phoenix without mentioning Innings Music Festival. It’s the quintessential music festival in Phoenix!

If you’re a fan of baseball and music, Innings is the perfect marriage of the two. When you come to town for the festival, you can catch an Arizona Spring training game while you’re at it.

Past performers at Ininngs have included The Black Keys, Beck, and Fall Out Boy.We love the festival because you have the chance to see some bigger names and discover your next favorite artist. 2026 dates haven’t been announced yet, but Innings Music Festival typically occurs on the third weekend of February!

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