Widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States, Caffè Lena is a live performance venue and music school located in Saratoga Springs, NY. Opened in 1960, this world class venue with the best listening room in the Capital Region presents folk, roots, blues, jazz, Americana, bluegrass and more in an intimate setting steeped in history. The Caffe’s programming extends beyond live music offering online music classes for children and adults, community programs, and more. ...

The Caffeine Underground in Bushwick, Brooklyn is a great hangout spot that features art shows, comedy, open mic, live music, pop-up shops, film screenings, birthday parties, catering and more. ...

First established in 1993, Java Barn is a student-run music venue in Newell Field House at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY. Shows are 18+ and completely free. ...

Lovin’ Cup Bistro and Brews is a cafe in Rochester, NY, serving micro-brewed beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. Entertainment includes weekly open mic and trivia plus on weekends enjoy everything from live music to beer tastings to Salsa dancing and even movie nights. ...

Sacred Root Kava Lounge & Tea Bar is Ithaca’s non-alcoholic nightlife alternative, offering kava, kombucha, and more. ...

Located in the heart of historic Newburgh, NY, The Silk Factory is an inviting coffee shop on the first floor of the former Silk Factory building with an event space on the second floor. Silk Factory boasts spacious rooms, intimate settings, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. ...

The 443 Social Club is an eclectic live music venue located in the historic Hawley Green neighborhood in Syracuse, NY. With a focus on live, original acoustic music, the venue hosts regional and national singer-songwriters in a cozy and intimate room. The capacity inside is 88 people while the spacious outdoor patio holds about 75. ...