We often have readers reach out asking where they can hear live music. Everyone knows about the Peace Center + Bon Secours Wellness Arena, but we wanted to highlight some smaller local places where you can also get a night of good tunes.
The Radio Room, 110 Poinsett Hwy.
The Radio Room was started with the goal of creating a space where local + regional bands could play in a judgement free, relaxed environment. This dive bar and music venue features 15-20 shows a month – plus Monday night trivia + Tuesday night karaoke.
- What You’ll Hear: Punk rock, hardcore + folk
When it comes to locally sourced food, Gottrocks has everything from wings to burgers. They also have an ample selection of craft brews + wine.
- What You’ll Hear: Rock, Americana, funk + bluegrass
Blues Boulevard Jazz, 300 River St. #203
A premiere jazz + blues venue with live acts (local + national) every Thurs.-Sat. This is not your grandfather’s jazz.
- What You’ll Hear: Mostly jazz, but sometimes blues
Smiley’s Acoustic Café, 111 Augusta St.
Smiley’s Acoustic Cafe is best known for never having a cover charge. Enjoy daily happy hour specials + offerings like soup and wings.
- What You’ll Hear: Folk, rock, R&B + live-band karaoke
This Charlotte-based lounge has a new location in the Village of West Greenville. The cozy space features a full bar, food, hookahs, games + more – Red@28th is a relaxed space featuring weekly entertainment.
- What You’ll Hear: Regional musicians, DJs, spoken word performances + more
Southern Culture Kitchen + Bar, 2537 North Pleasantburg Dr.
Enjoy live music ~3 times a week along with weekly specials.
- What You’ll Hear: Bluegrass, rock + pop
Rainer’s Café + Bar, 610 South Main St.
This more intimate 45-seat venue aims to offer a place of calm from the stress of the day. They do serve food – with a menu featuring sandwiches, quesadillas + appetizers.
- What You’ll Hear: Jazz, country, R&B + rock
Swansons Warehouse, 12 N. Irvine St.
Swansons Warehouse started with “10 local guys throwing parties in a basement” + has since become one of Greenville’s hidden-gems for live music. Some events are member only.
- What You’ll Hear: Regional musicians, funk, folk, rock + more
Carolina Music Museum, 516 Buncombe St.
The Carolina Music Museum holds concerts three to four times a month. You can view their upcoming events at the link here.
- What You’ll Hear: a wide variety
Disclaimer: This is not a complete list of every small-mid sized music venue in the area. Did we miss your go-to spot? Let us know below.
