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Bakersfield, CA
Opened in 1930, The Historic Bakersfield Fox Theater is a performing arts and community events center with the hottest acts in comedy, music, film, and more. Located in Bakersfield’s Downtown Arts District, the theater is recognized for its fine acoustics and exquisite blend of Spanish Colonial and Art Deco styles. The Fox Theater Foundation is the non-profit organization that operates the theater. ...
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Solana Beach, CA
Belly Up Solana Beach is a live music venue, located in Solana Beach, CA, since 1974. Belly Up features all types of music almost every night. Inside there are a combination of seated and standing areas holding a maximum of 600 people, plus two separate bars which easily handle the task of keeping the crowd lubricated. ...
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Napa, CA
Founded in 1981, Blue Note Napa is an upscale jazz club/gourmet restaurant occupying the first floor of the historic Napa Valley Opera House in downtown Napa, CA. The Blue Note Napa creates the quintessential Greenwich Village jazz club experience presenting intimate shows with major, touring musicians as well as local Bay Area artists, all paired with wine country cuisine and fine wines. ...
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San Diego, CA
Brick By Brick San Diego is an independent live music venue located in the Bay Park neighborhood north of San Diego, CA. The venue leans on the heavier side of the music spectrum but hosts national and international artists across all genres. Brick by Brick also features pool tables, classic pinball machines, and a fully stocked bar. ...
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San Francisco, CA
Cafe du Nord is at the basement level of the Swedish American Hall, with a dedicated entrance just two doors down on Market St. Cafe du Nord is an iconic San Francisco speakeasy, known for its long history as one of the best places to catch a live show in the city. ...
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Redding, CA
First opened in 1935, The Cascade Theatre is a restored Art Deco performing arts center in Redding, CA, capable of hosting a wide array of events including concerts, dance, theater and film. The theater has two concession areas and bars where light snacks, soft drinks, bottled water, beer, wine and mixed drinks may be purchased. ...
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Anaheim, CA
Chain Reaction is a state-of-the-art live music, concerts, and events venue located in Anaheim, CA. ...
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Redwood City, CA
Club Fox is the sister venue to the Fox Theatre in downtown Redwood City. With a capacity of 240, Club Fox offers an intimate atmosphere for live music and private events with cabaret-style seating, dance floor, state-of-the-art sound and lights, a live streaming system, removable stage, two VIP lounges, and two full bars. ...
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Berkeley, CA
Cornerstone Craft Beer & Live Music is the East bay’s most exciting craft beer garden and live music venue with two full bars, 42 beer taps, two stages, a full kitchen and a large beer garden patio with fire pits. Cornerstone Berkeley provides one of the best concert experiences in the Bay Area. The venue provides for up to three green rooms, VIP mezzanine viewing, and excellent sightlines throughout the space. ...
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Oakland, CA
Crybaby is a live music venue, dance club, and events space in downtown Uptown Oakland, CA, that is full of diversity in both talent and its patrons. Booking genres across the board, Crybaby is equipped with a state-of-the-art D&B Audiotechnik sound system that can effectively handle both live bands and electronic/DJ acts alike. The venue also features a cozy mezzanine and outdoor patio spaces allowing for smoking. ...
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Felton, CA
Felton Music Hall brings an unrivaled live music experience to Santa Cruz County. Music lovers of all genres can see both the best local talent or their favorite touring musicians all while enjoying fresh craft food and drinks served in-house. ...
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San Luis Obispo, CA
Located in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo, CA, the Fremont Theater is a historic movie theater, built in 1941. The theater has state-of-the-art lighting and sound and in-house production, marketing, and expertise. ...
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Fresno, CA
Located near the Mural Arts District in Fresno, CA, Fulton 55 is a unique live music venue for all genres. ...
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San Pedro, CA
The Grand Annex Music Hall is an intimate cabaret-style theater and flexible multipurpose space in downtown San Pedro, CA. State-of-the-art sound enhances a unique listening experience, complemented by cabaret tables, a well-stocked concessions booth and a commitment to community. ...
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Sebastopol, CA
HopMonk Tavern Sebastopol, the original HopMonk, is a rustic stone and timber tavern with outdoor beer garden and 145-capacity live music venue called The Abbey. HopMonk Tavern presents top-shelf talent in the Abbey each weekend as well as weekly open mic, trivia, and live music on the beer garden stage. ...
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Sonoma, CA
HopMonk Tavern Sonoma, built in a former 1888 farmhouse just blocks from Sonoma’s historic downtown plaza, is a year-round beer garden and listening room. The Hopmonk Tavern stage is a medium-sized stage with a wide variety of fine music; from small bands or solo artists. The atmosphere is warm and intimate with nearby tables where the audience can enjoy food and drinks. ...
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Murphys, CA
Ironstone Amphitheatre at Ironstone Vineyards in Murphys, CA, is an open-air amphitheater managed by Richter Entertainment Group. The amphitheater is one of Northern California’s premier summer concert venues. ...
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Albany, CA
Ivy Room is an intimate music venue located on San Pablo Ave in Albany, CA, that hosts an eclectic array of music from national touring acts to local bands, seven nights a week. The stage and bar create a living room feel for those looking to relax in a plush booth or get up and close for an intimate concert. Hailed as one of the best sounding rooms in the San Francisco Bay Area, Ivy creates the perfect listening experience for it’s musical artists and patrons. ...
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Santa Rosa, CA
Founded in 1981, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is the North Bay’s premier arts and events center presenting world-class performances, nationally-recognized education programs, contemporary visual art, and many popular community events. The Ruth Finley Person Theater at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts has a capacity of 1681 and is the largest fixed seat venue in Sonoma County. The Center is owned and operated by the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation. ...
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Santa Cruz, CA
Moe’s Alley is a 21+ live music venue with a full bar and outdoor patio in Santa Cruz, CA, offering the best in live music since 1992 in an intimate setting with friendly staff, a large dance floor and the best sound system in town. ...
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San Francisco, CA
Mr. Tipple’s Jazz Club is an intimate jazz bar in San Francisco’s Mid-Market neighborhood. A club focused on good times and great music, Mr. Tipple’s is a restaurant and welcomes all ages. ...
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Petaluma, CA
The Mystic Theatre is located in historic downtown Petaluma, CA. The theater was built in 1911 and renovated in 1992 to accommodate live music performances for up to 500 guests. There is a full bar and restaurant. ...
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San Francisco, CA
Open since 1973, Neck of the Woods is an independently-owned live music nightclub located in the Inner Richmond District of San Francisco. CA. The two story venue features local and touring bands of all genres, comedy shows, DJs, as well as private and corporate events.The 350-capacity upstairs venue has one of the best sound systems in San Francisco, a large dance floor, and a lounge section overlooking Clement Street.The 150-capacity downstairs room has its own intimate stage for up-and-coming acts, 4 flat screen TVs and a 15′ screen projector, and the friendliest bartenders in the city. ...
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Pioneertown, CA
Pappy & Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace is a honky-tonk, barbecue restaurant and music venue near Joshua Tree National Park in Pioneertown, CA. ...
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San Diego, CA
SOMA San Diego is an independently-owned music venue founded as an all-ages dance club in 1986. SOMA hosts all-ages punk and hardcore shows in the Sports Arena Shopping Center in the Midway neighborhood of San Diego, CA. Alcohol-free events are held in Mainstage and smaller Sidestage configurations.Mainstage holds up to 2,300 and features a 42ft wide stage and L-Acoustics Sound System.Sidestage holds up to 500, has a 30ft wide stage with built-in drum riser, and a MIDAS M32 Digital Console. ...
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Healdsburg, CA
Spicy Vines is a small independent family-owned winery and tasting room in the heart of downtown Healdsburg, CA. Whether you are drawn to its artisan wines, the down-to-earth vibe, craft wine cocktails, or live music on Saturdays, this winery is sure to leave you impressed. ...
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San Francisco, CA
Established in 1907, the Swedish American Hall is a historic mixed-use event space and live music venue in the heart of the Castro in San Francisco, CA. The venue contains four individual spaces on three levels: The 300-capacity Freja Hall and 120-capacity Balder Hall on the second floor, 150-capacity Odin Room on the ground level, and the 300-capacity Cafe Du Nord speakeasy bar and music venue at the basement level. ...
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June Lake, CA
Located in the lower level of the Historic Sierra Inn building in downtown June Lake, CA, the T-Bar Social Club is the Eastern Sierra’s premier concert venue. T-Bar routinely hosts national touring acts and its professionally designed, state-of-the-art sound system ensures the production is top-notch. When not hosting shows, T-Bar is open seasonally serving June Pie, New York style pizza. The pet-friendly Tiki Terrace also offers excellent views. ...
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Santa Cruz, CA
The Catalyst Club is Santa Cruz’s premier venue for live music and a West Coat Staple. The concert hall has an upstairs balcony and can hold about 800 people. ...
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Modesto, CA
The Fruit Yard Amphitheater in Modesto, CA, offers the chance to connect with world-class entertainers in an intimate environment. ...
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Menlo Park, CA
The Guild Theatre is an intimate, not-for-profit event and performance space in Menlo Park, CA, bringing live music and entertainment to the Peninsula region. With its state-of-the-art sound and lights, the venue hosts a wide range of music, film, and special events programming. ...
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San Francisco, CA
Opened in 2004 in San Francisco’s NoPa district, The Independent is a premier live music venue bringing a diverse mix of entertainment – from hip-hop to EDM, comedy to podcasts, and everything in between. ...
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Los Angeles, CA
Located in the historic Boyle Heights community, The Paramount Los Angeles is a mid-sized ballroom that hosts a wide variety of acts; from internationally touring bands to fast-rising indie rock bands to popular local artists. The Paramount has a wide range of events and features a diverse calendar of musical and arts performances. ...
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Sacramento, CA
Just above Harlow’s in Sacramento is The Starlet Room. The Starlet Room is the place to be if you’re looking for music that’s a little more underground. The artists upstairs at The Starlet Room may not be on the radio – yet – but they are a glimpse into where music is headed. Shows here are the perfect place to stay up-to-date on all the up-and-comers and discover your new favorite artist. The Starlet Room is equipped with a stage, dance floor, and full bar. ...
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Berkeley, CA
Opened in 2016, The UC Theatre Taube Family Music Hall is a multi-tiered, all-ages, 1400 capacity live music venue in downtown Berkeley, CA. The venue boasts a state-of-the-art sound, light and video production, live streaming capabilities, and a full service bar and kitchen. The UC Theatre presents a diverse range of local, national and international artists and bands including indie, alternative, jazz, R&B, electronica, hip-hop, EDM, world, pop, comedy and much more. ...
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Sacramento, CA
Established in 1934, Torch Club is a premier blues club and one of Sacramento’s oldest bars. The intimate venue showcases live music from local and national musicians Thursday through Sunday, twice a day. ...
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West Hollywood, CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA, the legendary Troubadour is an all-ages venue and premier music destination for established and rising artists. Established in 1957, the Troubadour remains a popular venue among serious music fans who enjoy listening to live music in an intimate and historically rich setting. ...
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West Hollywood, CA
The Whisky A Go-Go has been an anchor on Sunset Strip in the Los Angeles music scene since its doors opened in 1964. The Whisky is recognized as a historic music landmark and is the only surviving music venue to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. ...
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