Entertainment
Where to listen to live music in Dubai
Fri, June 16, 2023
Here are some top venues that tap into the city's thriving music community.
Here are some top venues that tap into the city's thriving music community.
Celebrity performers at Q’s Lounge

All that jazz at Nola

Revel in the lively New Orleans vibe and chic décor as you dig into Southern American soul food at Nola Eatery & Social House. The Nuvo Soul trio, performing their funk, soul and jazz tunes, present the perfect soundtrack to your night. The resident band takes to the stage on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 9pm to midnight, though we'd recommend arriving early as this hotspot fills up fast, especially post-brunch on Saturdays.
Electric entertainment at Jazz@PizzaExpress

Rock out at Hard Rock Cafe

Get up and dance at La Casa del Tango

Prepare to be wowed at Billionaire Dubai

Groove on at Lock, Stock & Barrel

Lock, Stock & Barrel is one of Dubai's most dynamic live music venues. With venues on The Walk at JBR and in Barsha Heights, the high-fidelity lounges have spacious, quirky aesthetics, including warehouse-style exposed brick and industrial materials. Always keeping true to its live music roots, bands grace the stage on frequent occasions where you can sing along to your heart’s content. The menu on offer lets you enjoy hearty meals such as large nachos, burgers and steaks.
See local stars at McGettigan's
World-beating acts at The Theater
Soulful vibes at Bagatelle Dubai

Trumpet the greats at Sola Jazz Lounge
Sing along to French cabaret at Josette

Opulent DIFC hotspot Josette has a weekly roster of live shows and entertainment for evening guests to enjoy. Running from Wednesdays to Saturdays, the entertainment includes a live pianist and French cabaret singers. For daytime shows, Josette’s afternoon tea offering is complemented by an impressive string quartet, playing your favourite movie soundtracks and classic songs through the decades.
Step back in time to Flashback
Flashback Speakeasy Bar & Lounge in Paramount Hotel Dubai, Business Bay is a 1920s-inspired venue which hosts live singers and jazz musicians every week. There’s also a Murder Mystery Immersive Musical Show every Thursday, which combines live singing and dancing with theatre, and encourages guests to use clues to solve the mystery. This intimate venue is great for those looking for an alternative evening filled with live music.
Rock out at Bla Bla

The Tent at Bla Bla is a large venue with different themed areas surrounding a large stage. Fans of live bands can enjoy the sounds of About Last Night on Mondays and Thursdays, and The Tasty Biscuits on Wednesday nights. Weekends are for DJ performances and the occasional international act, such as Razorlight and The Script. Bla Bla also hosts a huge annual Rewind Festival, which see stars from the '80s and '90s belt out their best hits.
Listen to live beats at Time Out Market

Souk Al Bahar’s fun food hall Time Out Market regularly hosts live music. The line-up includes local jazz legends Salt & Pepper, as well as Dubai-based band 4TheMusic and acoustic singer and musician Carl La’Frenais. Keep an eye on their official website for the updated schedule each week.
Feel the bass at Jass Lounge
Jazz is the star of the show at this intimate venue in DIFC. With only a few tables available, the space quickly fills up, creating an atmospheric buzz every night of the week. The musical roster changes regularly, offering a broad spectrum of jazz sub-genres to enjoy daily. Jass Lounge has 1920s-inspired interiors that feel opulent yet welcoming, and the cosy space offers an exclusive feel for true jazz fans.
Discover up and coming artists at Introducing
If you love discovering new talent, Introducing is the event for you. Their monthly nights at One Life Kitchen and Café host unsigned and up-and-coming artists for live performances. With a variety of talent on the line-up, you can listen to everything from acoustic sets to poetry readings and much more.