Live Music in Concord

Most know Concord is home for one of the premiere music venues, the Concord Pavilion but those visiting or living in Concord have music all around them throughout the year!

Concord Pavilion

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2000 Kirker Pass Road, Concord - May through September

Want that perfect music experience? Then head to the Concord Pavilion. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve been every year, Concord Pavilion makes it super convenient with a Day of Show webpage that lists what is allowed into the venue as well as traffic and weather conditions.

You can choose seats closer to the stage or take in the music under the stars on the amphitheater lawn. Upgrades for parking, entry and seating are available for most shows (while they last) as well as a VIP Club Upgrade that gives you access to the Terrace Club Lounge and its private no host bar, bathrooms and easy access to your seat through the VIP Gate.

Make it dinner and a show with the many food offerings the Concord Pavilion provides from bratwurst and garlic fries to soba noodles and black bean burgers. Or look for the rotating food truck choices for dining! You’ll have plenty of options for beverages too!

Tickets and upcoming shows HERE. Concord residents can look for special discounts each season by calling the Concord Resident Ticket Pre-Sale Hotline at (925) 363-5701.

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Todos Santos Park - May through September (Thursdays, 6:30pm to 8pm)
FREE

Looking for the perfect way to unwind at the end of the day? Music and Market takes place every Thursday (May through September) with local and unique band performances. This music series has been ongoing for 31 years, and plays music for every palette, including Indie Rockers Kingsborough, the all-female Led Zeppelin powerhouse, Zepperella, the Bay Area’s best mariachi band, Mariachi Mexicanismo, country music’s Chase McKinney and so much more.

There is plenty of delicious food and beverage surrounding you before, during or after the concert. Try out some of the fresh, local fare from the Concord Farmers’ Market. You can also grab coffee and something light at Peet’s Coffee and Tea, dinner at Lima, take out from Hot Dog Palace, a beer at The Hop Grenade, ice cream at Cream or any of the many other tempting options.

Tuesday Night Blues

drum set at blues concert

Todos Santos ParkJuly (Tuesdays, 6:30pm to 8pm)
FREE

Blues lovers can soak up blues, brews and BBQ every Tuesday night at Todos Santos Park throughout July.

*Free Parking is available for all events at Todos Santos at:
Todos Santos Parking Center: Concord Ave. between Salvio and Pacheco Streets
Grant St. Garage: Salvio St., between Grant and Colfax Streets

Live Music Year Round

crowd at a dark concert

Vinnie’s Bar & Grill
2045 Mt. Diablo St., Concord

Dubbed a casual place for pub grub & drinks, pool tables, dart boards and more, Vinnie’s Bar & Grill brings Concord live music virtually every weekend.

Nica Lounge
1907 Salvio Street, Concord

Dance all night to Salsa, Reggae, Reggaeton, Bachata, throwbacks, top 40, Latin and other genres. Nica Lounge offers live music as well as DJ’s from all over the Bay Area. They offer a spacious dance floor and comfortable booths situated all throughout the club to provide a complete view of the stage and dance floor. See upcoming events HERE.

Nica Lounge is open to those 21 and older.

Red Hat Sports Bar
1860 Monument Blvd., Concord

Featuring pool, pinball and a patio, Red Hat Sports Bar is known for a staff that makes you feel welcome the instant you walk in. Not known for being fancy but rather cool and casual, they also offer live music each weekend.

Armando’s
707 Marina Vista, Martinez

Here at Armando’s you’ll find live jazz, blues, bluegrass, folk and everything in between!

Impulse Room
1501 N. Broadway #138, Walnut Creek

Re-defining modern jazz, Impulse Room brings you all forms of jazz influenced music. They offer a wine and beer bar that also serves tea and coffee. And they also offer a delicious dining menutoo!

WiseGirl Ristorante Italiano & Cocktails
1932 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hil

The ambiance at WiseGirl is described as resembling a meeting place between Gatsby and Capone. Their menu is a balance of Italian favorites with a bit of American. WiseGirl also brings a huge variety of live music including acoustic performances every Thursday!

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