Wanna catch a big name concert or some local live music? Orlando has a huge choice of music venues to catch live music, from cozy bars, and small clubs, to major concert halls, and massive arenas.
Central Florida has an eclectic music scene, with a whole world of music being performed by local upcoming artists, the latest touring bands and international superstars. On any given night you can tune into musical styles from rock, country, jazz and easy listening to indie, techno, hip-hop, reggae, pop and punk.
The choice of venues here in Orlando is amazing, see concerts in intimate venues including small clubs and cozy pubs that accommodate just a few hundred people to huge indoor arenas and outdoor stadiums for tens of thousands of fans.
The best way to keep up with when your favorite artist or band is performing in Orlando is to check with us, we inform Orlando every day of all the latest shows coming to the city.
Here we have compiled the best venues in Orlando to see a performance live, enjoy!
The Best Concert & Live Music Venues In Orlando
The Social
Many artists have gotten their start on the stage at The Social, including Death Cab for Cutie, Anthony Green, FKA Twigs, and many more.
Locals bands strive to perform on this stage, one shared with the many Pitchfork-worthy bands and artists that come through Orlando.
The Social is an indie club/venue features eclectic bands and a busy bar in an intimate, brick-walled space. Being a smaller room, it offers an intimate experience with the acts on stage and the passionate fans standing shoulder-to-shoulder singing along to every lyric.
The Beacham
The Beacham Theatre was a cinema house built in the heart of Orlando, Florida by Braxton Beacham Sr. in 1921.
The Beacham was once part of the vaudeville circuit and hosted celebrity acts such as John Philip Sousa, the Ziegfeld Follies and W.C. Fields, whose signatures were once visible inside the dressing room, now the tradition of live entertainment continues with prominent local, national, and international musical acts including Ray Charles, B.B. King, The Police, Slayer, Al Stewart, The Pixies The Wailers, Mac Miller, Tyler the Creator, Noname, and countless others.
The Plaza Live
The Plaza Live is one of Orlando oldest theaters. Constructed in 1963 as the city’s first 2-screen movie theater, the historic Plaza LIVE is one of Orlando’s premiere live concert venue offering a wide range of concerts, comedians, and cultural events.
The seated balcony and wide, open floor provide flexible accommodations for a variety of seated and GA standing events. Reserved seating capacity is 903, GA standing room only capacity is 1250.
With high-ceilings and un-obstructed sightlines there is not a bad seat in the house.
The Plaza Live is currently closed for refurbishments.
Will’s Pub
Will’s Pub is a low-key space that’s a favorite among locals for its extensive selection of international beer, including more than 16 craft beers on tap, billiards, and live music scene.
The venue plays host to local and international acts to the delight of locals and traveling fans alike.
Lil' Indies
Cozy bar offering a range of hand mixed cocktails in a casual vibe with regular live performances.
Nestled in Mills 50 community of Orlando, FL right next door to Will's Pub.
The Vanguard
The Vanguard is one of Downtown Orlando's premiere entertainment destinations, featuring an expansive yet intimate space, with world class production.
A newly completed multimillion-dollar renovation of the historic Firestone Tire Building, the facility is now fully equipped with state of the art sound & lights, an award winning Reme Halo air purification system, and on-site parking.
Celine Orlando
Located in the heart of downtown Orlando, Celine showcases weekly DJs, curated events, and live performances.
Boasting a capacity of 1000 occupants, Celine was created to fill the void and need for a centrally located top of the line entertainment complex. The venue features an elevated state of the art stage design complete with a top of the line, line array system, LED wall, and lighting rigs.
The Abbey
For a memorable, intimate experience, The Abbey in downtown Orlando is an awesome venue.
Committed to broadening the cultural offerings in downtown Orlando, The Abbey has been cleverly conceived as the ideal mixed-use venue to deliver exciting and diverse live entertainment options on a nightly basis.
Situated on the ground floor of the Sanctuary high rise, The Abbey presents everything from concerts and community theater to comedians and cabaret acts.
House Of Blues Orlando
Featuring a beautiful music hall and soul to spare, House of Blues is one of Orlando's premier live entertainment venues that packs in an impressive line-up of artists from around the world.
The two-story Music Hall is decorated with original folk art, hardwood floors and a mainstage that has been graced by B.B. King, Pearl Jam, James Brown and Norah Jones.
With its unique and eclectic atmosphere, the 12,637 square-foot space accommodates up to 1,500 guests, as well as having a huge hall for the big concerts, House of Blues doubles up as a casual restaurant in the daytime, with plenty of seating options if you want a few drinks in the evening.
This really is an Orlando nightlife venue that takes its live music seriously, with huge homegrown and international names booked in on a regular basis.
Hard Rock Live Orlando
Hard Rock Live Orlando offers a one-of-a-kind setting with its imposing columns, majestic archways, and grand entrance, plus the latest in sound and lighting technology.
Orlando’s “Coliseum of Rock” is the destination for the hottest entertainment. Step through the grand entrance to enjoy a show at this amazing venue, which accommodates up to 3,000 guests for a concert or special event.
Hard Rock Live Orlando offers the latest in sound and lighting technology to ensure a memorable experience from the first note to the last.
Dr Phillips Center For The Performing Arts
The Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts is an arts complex in Downtown Orlando, hosting numerous shows and events.
The stunning venue features world class theatre spaces, including a 2,700-seat theatre hall for large scale productions that are performed several times a month, as well as a 1,700-seat venue for smaller events including ballet recitals, orchestral performances and live music.
Amway Center
Since opening in 2010, downtown Orlando's Amway Center has firmly established itself as one of the finest multipurpose venues in the country.
Amway Center, home to the Orlando Magic, Orlando Solar Bears, and the Orlando Predators also hosts major national events, concerts and shows.
The venue regularly hosts numerous milestone events including NBA All-Star Weekend, NCAA March Madness, Wrestlemania 33 and sell-out concerts by the biggest names in the business like Paul McCartney, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake and Billie Eilish.
Amway Center welcomes roughly 225 events and more than 1.3 million patrons annually.
Addition Financial Arena
Addition Financial Arena is located on the campus of the University of Central Florida, in Orlando. It's one of the largest universities in the nation.
The arena boasts 10,000 seats, 18 luxury suites, two loge boxes, and club seating with lounge access. Offering a diverse lineup of shows, including world-famous entertainers, beloved family shows, and special events, Addition Financial Arena is considered one of the top college venues in the country.
Addition Financial Arena has hosted concerts by high-profile musicians such as Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Elton John, Drake and more.
The arena is also the home to UCF men’s and women’s basketball.
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