The Best Live Music in Birmingham, Alabama
With Nashville, nicknamed Music City, sitting right above Alabama, it should come as no surprise when some of those great tunes spread down to Birmingham. Read our list to discover the best places in Birmingham to find amazing live music of all genres.
The Nick Rocks
Locally known as Birmingham’s ‘Dirty Little Secret,’ The Nick Rocks always has a full calendar. They have live music seven days a week into the wee hours of the morning. No matter your preference, you can find any kind of music here, like blues, rap, country, rock, and more. This place is strictly about the music, but they do offer up ice cold drinks to sip on while you’re rocking out.
Opening Hours: 2:00pm-4:00amMonday–Thursday, Weekends 24hrs – Friday 2:00pm-Monday 4:00am, Live Music Starts at 10:00 pm unless specially noted
Address and Phone: 2514 10th Avenue South Birmingham, AL, USA, +1 205 252 3831
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Opening Hours: 11:00am Sunday-Saturday
Address and Phone: 2709 7th Avenue S. Birmingham, AL, USA, +1 205 323 4356
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Opening Hours: 3:00pm-2:00am Monday-Friday, Noon-2:00am Saturday & Sunday
Address and Phone: 1694 Montgomery Hwy #184, Hoover, AL, USA+1 205 978 5599
Rogue Tavern
This Birmingham venue is so versatile, you’ll be sure to find everything you’re looking for and more. Rogue is a cozy restaurant bar & grille that frequently has live music performances by local up and coming artists. It’s also a venue that does private events, like parties and weddings. Kick back in their indoor slash outdoor patio and enjoy the free music.
Opening Hours: 11:00am-11:00pm Monday-Thursday, 11:00am-1:00am Friday & Saturday
Address and Phone: 2312 2nd Ave. N. Birmingham, AL, USA,, +1 205 202 4151
Iron City
Iron City, a renovated 1929 facility, is dynamic. The space holds three stages, two bars, and a full service restaurant. They offer multiple shows throughout the weeks and months, and occasionally screen films or big sports events. Check out some of their specialty nights, including Latin Dance Night. Sometimes the music’s just too good to stay still.
Opening Hours: 11:00am-3:00pm Mondays, 11:00am-9:00pm Tuesday-Thursday, 11:00am-10:00pm Friday, 5:00pm-10:00pm
Address and Phone: 513 22nd Street South, Birmingham, AL, USA, +1 205 202 5483
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