An open mic (or open mike) at a venue such as a coffeehouse, nightclub, comedy club, or pub, amateurs or professionals may perform on stage, often for the first time or to promote an upcoming performance.
Houston, TX
AvantGarden functions as everything from a performance art venue to a comfortable neighborhood pub. The rambling converted three-story house on lower Westheimer has a total of three performance areas: There are stages upstairs, downstairs and one outdoors for special occasions. On any given night you might find erotic poets, theater plays, belly dancers, hip-hoppers, rockers, mods, hippies, punks and goths, or any combination thereof. ...
Taylor, TX
Black Sparrow is a unique music and event venue located in the heart of downtown Taylor, TX. The building houses Greenhouse Craft Food, Frock On Vintage Resale Shop, WAXPLANT Records Skate & Games, and KBSR, an independent live radio broadcast. Black Sparrow Music Parlor was independently established in 2016 and hosts shows every Friday and Saturday night. ...
San Antonio, TX
Open since 2014, Brick at Blue Star Arts Complex is located next to the San Antonio River in the Southtown neighborhood in San Antonio, TX. Brick is primarily an arts venue for visual, literary, theatre, dance, music, film, fashion, and experimental projects. The warehouse gallery space is also available for studio sessions, workshops, classes, rehearsals, film/photo shoots, markets and meetings. There is a beer and wine bar open seven days a week. ...
Roanoke, TX
The Roanoke ChopShop in Roanoke,TX, is two separate venues; live music venue on the outside featuring picnic tables for seating and inside a full service restaurant. ...
The Woodlands, TX
Dosey Doe Big Barn is one of the best listening rooms in the country. Built in 1856, Dosey Doe is a one-of-a-kind venue in the Houston area providing a very intimate setting for artists and fans alike. ...
Bars and Event Venues
Kerrville, TX
Kerrville’s premier entertainment venue, Gravity Check Saloon & Arena has been purposely built to offer events of all kinds. The venue features a huge indoor stage, a spacious dance floor, plenty of seating, and always something exciting and entertaining happening; from live music, dining, pool tournaments, fun contests, equine events in the outdoor arena and more. ...
Bars and Music Venues
Humble, TX
Green Oaks Tavern is a neighborhood gathering place and live music venue in Humble, TX. Have a drink, laugh, visit with old friends, make new friends, enjoy live music or just unplug and unwind. ...
Dallas, TX
House of Blues Dallas features more than seven event spaces including the multi-level Music Hall, intimate Cambridge, Lomax and Waylon Rooms, a luxe Foundation Room and the House of Blues Restaurant & Bar.The 1,000-capacity Music Hall has a standing room only main floor plus a balcony with reserved seating for most shows.The 300-capacity Foundation Room offers an upscale experience with food, craft cocktails, and live entertainment. ...
Corpus Christi, TX
House of Rock is a restaurant and bar located in the Marina Arts District in downtown Corpus Christi, TX. House of Rock is divided into three sections: The Venue, The Middle Bar and The Main Bar which includes The Kitchen. The Venue hosts many local, regional and national touring acts from a wide variety of genres, as well as private events. ...
San Marcos, TX
Iconic Jack’s Roadhouse features live music, a full service bar, covered porch, and the friendliest staff in town. Come early, stay late. ...
Denton, TX
Killer’s Tacos is a restaurant and DIY music venue in Denton, TX, serving beer, cider, and seltzers. The taco shop that rocks has stages indoors and out in the backyard. ...
Huffman, TX
Lobello’s Pub is a local sport bar and pub in Huffaman, TX, offering live country music every Friday, Saturday and Tuesday. ...
Bars and Restaurants
Houston, TX
McGonigel’s Mucky Duck, off Norfolk St in the Upper Kirby area, is an intimate Irish pub with the livest music in Texas, craft beer, wine and liquor and great food. The Houston pub features game nights, bar & grill, concert events, and a huge Saint Patrick’s Day party. ...
Galveston, TX
The historic Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe is the best place to listen to live music in Galveston County. The music venue features Americana, folk, blues, and acoustic bands, with local, national and international acts. Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe only hosts original music, no cover or tribute bands. ...
Dallas, TX
Opening Bell Coffee is Dallas’ best acoustic live music venue and coffee bar with live music most nights and a great selection of fine wines and craft beers. ...
Kerrville, TX
Pier 27 River Lounge is a quaint little place located right on the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, TX. Sit back and relax with a cold beer, cocktail, or a bite to eat on the back deck and enjoy Mother Nature at her finest. Enjoy live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. ...
Spicewood, TX
Poodie’s Roadhouse is an authentic Texas honky-tonk with live music, dancing, good food, cold beer and sensational sunsets. ...
New Braunfels, TX
Riley’s Tavern is a historic tavern and live music venue in New Braunfels, TX. Since 1933. ...
Bars and Restaurants
Georgetown, TX
Roots Georgetown is a family friendly atmosphere, serving made from scratch eats, craft beer, wine and live music. Located on the square in the heart of Georgetown, TX. ...
Conroe, TX
The Corner Pub & Deli is simply the best place in Conroe, TX, to unwind and socialize, and features some of the most talented local, regional, and national musical artists in a friendly and relaxed environment. The Corner Pub also offers bands the opportunity to have their show professionally recorded with high quality audio and visual equipment: whether it is a livestream, music video shoot, live album recording or somewhere in between. ...
Wichita Falls, TX
The Iron Horse Pub in Wichita Falls, TX is the area’s premiere music venue with a state-of-the-art sound system, HD video projector, and stage. ...
Houston, TX
The White Swan Live is Houston’s premier spot for the live concert experience. Established in 1937 on the historic East Side, the White Swan Live features performances from top local bands and bands from across the country performing all music genres; from hard hitting rock to smooth rhythmic blues. ...
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