Best places: Live music venues in Orange County

👍👍 A feast for the eyes and ears, this show had me captivated for the whole 2 hours. The performers are all SO good; the costumes, the music, the ambiance and decor - everything feels like you're being transported into some magical fever dream. The music is also amazing, mixing several genres and time...

Big-name musical acts are usually on the marquee at this classy, 2,800-seat theater.

👍👍 I think I found an incredible staple to The Sunset park area. The vibe and energy to this place is amazing. The food is absolutely exquisite and tasty. The tacos and drinks are very authentic and original The Owner Roger is a great guy, he greeted my lady and I with the absolute kindness. If you hav...

Darkly lit bar & music venue on Greenpoint's northern end hosting metal bands & their enthusiasts.

Hip hangout with cocktails, Italian small plates & nightly live music from gypsy jazz to neo-folk.

Bustling bar offering music, readings & films, plus a large selection of beers & spirits.

Bustling destination housing 40 food vendors, including old-school & new-school NYC names.

👍👍 What a lovely concert venue! Perfect size, I don't think there's a single bad spot to stand in, you'll see well from everywhere. The acoustics were great at the show I went to! The bathrooms are quite big with lots of stalls, so not a long wait. No merch booth chaos, because there's a good system to...

Sprawling seasonal outdoor market featuring live entertainment, vendors selling food, crafts & more.

Intimate venue presenting singer-songwriters & new artists for free or a nominal charge, plus a bar.

👍👍 This is the best coffee shop I have ever been to. Words cannot express how beautiful this place is and how wonderful the pastries are. I spent a good chunk of a day here and enjoyed my salted caramel latte, pain au chocolat, rosemary croissant chicken salad, and brownie a la mode. Highly recommend!!

Russian & French cuisine, plus vodka-infused offerings in a cozy venue with live music.

Cutting-edge cocktails are served in a no-frills setting at this laid-back barroom.

Trivia contests, spelling bees & live bands lend a unique vibe to this offbeat watering hole.

👍👍 Best jazz venue in Brooklyn! You feel like you are part of a jazz family! Amazing local musicians and great vibes! Loved listening to Boncella singing beautifully! We had the best time! And the brownstone is amazing! Can’t wait to go back again!

Genre-defying bowling alley in Williamsburg with high-tech lanes, live tunes & food by Blue Ribbon.

Music, theater, comedy & poetry performances happen regularly at this local Irish pub.

Built in 1923 & renovated in 2013, this storied stadium plays host to diverse musical acts.

Massive venue featuring several spaces (including a roof terrace) for live music & DJ nights.

Former cinema turned concert space with seating in the rear, plus room to rock out in front.