Live Music
Live Music is All Around in Tempe
Where’s the best place to hear all kinds of live music? Tempe, of course! Tempe’s tradition of offering the best live music by local and nationally known bands has drawn music lovers for decades. Whether it’s an ear-splitting rock concert or an acoustic performance, live music just makes you feel more alive, energized and in the moment.
Call Venue In Advance
If you’d like to check out some live music in Tempe, awesome! Just be sure to call the venue in advance to confirm any live music performances. Many regularly scheduled shows have been cancelled due to COVID-19.
If you’re looking for more things to do, there are lots of ways to explore Tempe safely, whether you’re a local or you’re dreaming about your next visit.
DOWNTOWN TEMPE VENUES
C.A.S.A.
5 E. 6th St., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 557-8226
D.J – Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
Fat Tuesday
680 S. Mill Ave. #106, Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 967-3917
Live music every Friday.
Low Key Piano Bar
501 S Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 355-1705
Hi tech and highly interactive dueling piano bar.
Rula Bula Irish Pub and Restaurant
401 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 929-9500
Live music Friday and Saturday nights.
Sunbar
24 W. 5th St., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 687-8409
Ongoing live music events. Check website for show info.
Culinary Dropout at the Yard
149 S. Farmer Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 240-1601
Live music on Friday and Saturday.
Loco Patron
222 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 699-0922
Live music on Friday evenings from 6-9 p.m.
The Marquee
730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281(480) 829-0607
The Marquee presents a wide variety of live music, from local to nationally known acts, and is one of the Valley’s most popular music venues.
Shady Park
26 E. University Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 474-4222
Live music on weekends.
LIVE MUSIC AT TEMPE MARKETPLACE
The District at Tempe Marketplace
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 966-9338
Live music on The District Stage on Friday and Saturday evenings.
MORE TEMPE LOCATIONS FOR LIVE MUSIC
Marauders
6430 S. McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 590-0529
Live music Saturdays from 2-5 p.m. and Fridays from 9 p.m. to close
Opa Life Greek Café
227 E. Baseline Rd., Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 292-8180
Live music every Friday, Saturday & Sunday.
Time Out Lounge
3129 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 968-6491
Live music Friday and Saturday nights.
Vincitorio’s Restaurant
1835 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe, AZ 85284
(480) 820-2786
Live music Wednesday through Sunday.
Tempe Tavern
1810 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 794-1706
Live music throughout the week.
Tres Tempe
7192 S. Price Rd., Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-5300
Live music every Friday, 6-9 p.m.
Yucca Tap Room
29 W. Southern Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-4777
Yucca Tap Room has showcased local and international musicians and artists performing original material in an intimate setting since the early 1970’s.
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