Listen to Live Music in Key West
After a day of exploring the beaches, historic sites, museums, and waters off Key West, settle in for a night of live entertainment. The sounds of live music on the island pour out of endless bars around and along the world-famous Duval Street. Stay in the city’s historic district with Rent Key West Vacations, and you will be minutes away from the top live music venues! Here are just a few of the many spots offering a variety of live music performances:
Sloppy Joe’s
Sloppy Joe’s has been a Key West tradition since the 1930s and was once a favorite watering hole of author Ernest Hemingway. They are known for hosting the best party in town with daily live music, generous drinks, great food and a spacious dance floor.
Schooner Wharf Bar and Galley
Schooner Wharf prides itself on being the “Last Little Piece of Old Key West,” located at the Historic Seaport. Chill out in the open-air bar with a refreshing frozen drink, mojito, margarita, cocktail, or craft beer while listening to live entertainment.
La Te Da
La Te Da has evolved into one of the most sophisticated venues in the Keys while meticulously maintaining a true old-world Key West style. They offer free live entertainment nightly in their beautiful Lobby Piano Bar and ticketed cabaret performances upstairs. You can also enjoy gourmet dining at their poolside restaurant.
Smokin’ Tuna
Smokin’ Tuna offers an impressive lineup of live music on Key West, with three musicians taking the stage daily. The open-air hangout features two bars and a courtyard stage perfect for live music.
Green Parrot
Green Parrot is the oldest bar in Key West, serving locals and tourists for over 100 years! Live music is hosted here daily by talented musicians from all over the country. The open-air bar encourages you to kick back, relax with a drink in hand, and meet new friends at this historic saloon.
Sunset Pier at Ocean Key House
This is one of the most picturesque places to enjoy live music and a great meal overlooking the Key West Channel. Snag a pastel bench on the dock for unobstructed views of the sunset, while their crooners sing everything from Motown to trop rock
Little Room Jazz Club
Real Jazz happens at this posh intimate listening room with live performances by top artists five nights a week. They offer a refreshing array of craft signature cocktails, wine and beer along with artisanal “Little bites” inspired by traditional American soul food.
Hog’s Breath Saloon
Hog’s Breath Saloon is located in the heart of Old Town Key West, providing a popular watering hole for over 25 years! They feature daily live entertainment in an open-air setting where you can sip on tropical drinks and enjoy oysters from the raw bar.
Key West Vacation Rentals on Duval Street
Endless bars and restaurants offer live music in Key West every day; the hardest decision is deciding where to go first! Stay close to the action with Rent Key West, with our collection of over 60 Key West vacation rentals. Choose one of our properties in the Historic District and walk to the restaurants and bars playing live music nearby. To customize your Key West vacation with us, please call our reservation specialists at 1-800-833-7368.
