Virginia’s Small Local Live Music Venues

While Virginia has numerous big concert halls, theaters, and outdoor arenas, there’s no denying the amount of great music you’ll hear at the state’s smaller venues, bars, and clubs. See where you can groove at intimate live music spaces around the Commonwealth. 

Central Virginia

The Camel, Richmond

Hosting music every night of the week, the Camel is the destination for all genres of music from punk to bluegrass to electronic. The intimate atmosphere brings in everything from local Richmond musicians to touring regional acts about to hit it big.

Hardywood Park Craft Brewery, Richmond

Several of the capital city's breweries host musical acts with regularity. Head to Hardywood for local favorites on the indoor and outdoor stages. 

The Tin Pan, Richmond

A restaurant and listening room located in Richmond’s West End, the Tin Pan features live music every night of the week ranging from local and regional favorites to popular touring acts.

The Southern Cafe and Music Hall, Charlottesville

Located on the Downtown Mall, the Southern is the place to go to see local, regional, and national artists of all genres perform. The venue also offers traditional Southern inspired food during shows.

Charley's Waterfront Cafe, Farmville

A popular hangout in Farmville with a backdrop of the Appomattox River, Charley's hosts live music every Friday and Saturday night with bands ranging from classic rock to folk to country.

Coastal Virginia

The Bunker Brewpub, Virginia Beach

Catch local and touring acts of all genres at this brewery and restaurant. 

The Shanty, Cape Charles

Enjoy fresh caught seafood and live music every weekend at this restaurant on the historic Cape Charles Harbor. 

Northern Virginia

Galaxy Hut, Arlington

Since the early 90s, Galaxy Hut has hosted local and national indie rock bands multiple nights a week and has become a major spot in the area’s musical history. Popular bands like the National, the Strokes, St. Vincent, and the Dismemberment Plan all performed here in their early days. 

Jammin Java, Vienna

Run by musicians and music lovers, Jammin Java is an intimate concert venue, bar, and cafe presenting the best local and nationally touring acts every night of the week and kids concerts almost every morning.

Shenandoah Valley

The Golden Pony, Harrisonburg

See some of the best up and coming acts in downtown Harrisonburg. Along with live music Sundays through Thursdays and DJs on the weekends, the venue also has pinball machines, an art gallery, an outdoor patio, and two full bars.

Clementine Cafe, Harrisonburg

Located in the historic district of downtown Harrisonburg, Clementine hosts live music of almost every genre while also operating as a restaurant and community space.

Bright Box Theater, Winchester

Bright Box is a performance and event venue located on the pedestrian mall in Winchester. Besides showcasing a wide variety of live music acts in the area, the venue also hosts comedy and burlesque shows.

Barns of Rose Hill, Berryville

Housed in two early 20th century dairy barns, the Barns of Rose Hill offers live music of various genres to go along with the beautiful scenery. The venue also showcases other performing and visual arts, including exhibits, educational workshops, and film screenings.

Virginia Mountains

Martin’s Downtown Bar & Grill, Roanoke

Located in the heart of downtown Roanoke, Martin’s Downtown Bar & Grill is widely known for hosting the best national, regional, and local bands and artists.

Southwest Virginia

Dogtown Roadhouse, Floyd

Floyd is known as being a music destination. Once you’re done at the Floyd Country Store or jamming in the street, head over to Dogtown Roadhouse and enjoy wood fired pizza, drinks, and live music Tuesdays through Sundays.

Country Cabin II, Norton

Built in 2002 as a successor to the original Country Cabin, Country Cabin II is a major venue on the Crooked Road and presents old time and bluegrass music every Saturday night, featuring local and regional musicians and plenty of fans to clog and line-dance along to the music.