20 Best Live Music Venues in Singapore

If you’re like me, a night out with my girls is never complete without live music. With a plethora of bars, restaurants, and cafes in Singapore, it’s pretty easy to find a live music venue to chill at. From edgy pop to soulful jazz, here are some of the best live music venues to head to. 

1. Singapore Botanic Gardens

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Home to a variety of tropical plantings, the Singapore Botanic Gardens is great for enjoying live music. With occasional performances at their Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, Singapore Botanic Gardens is one of the best live music venues in Singapore. Be sure to check their website for more information on performance dates and prepare a picnic mat. 

2. Esplanade Theatres on the Bay

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Enjoying live music performances is a no-brainer when it comes to Esplanade. With free live sets by local artists every day, Esplanade is the perfect place for date nights or music enthusiasts. Immerse in the city skylines at the outdoor theatre or cool yourself off with the air conditioned indoor concourse. Regardless, it’s going to be a nice evening.

3. Swee Lee Clarke Quay

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Swee Lee at Clarke Quay is the newest and trendiest hotspot for live music and budding Singapore musicians. With regular open mics at ‘The Great Hall”, visitors can sit back and enjoy the music. There are also many music events planned at Swee Lee Clarke Quay so be sure to keep your eyes peeled.

4. *SCAPE

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A platform for youths and budding musicians to mingle, *Scape holds occasional music events which makes it a hotspot for discovering new local artists. This live music venue also organizes programs to support the local music scene.

5. Blu Jaz Cafe

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Situated within the colorful buildings of Kampong Glam, Blu Jaz Cafe holds a variety of gigs such as comedy acts, poetry slams, jazz nights, and jam sessions. Check out their Facebook page for updates and plan your perfect night out.

6. Tipsy Penguin

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Tipsy Penguin is for those who can’t make up their minds on what to do after work. They are an Asian-fusion bistro that has a karaoke joint, live music venue, and sports bar, all under one roof. Depending on their mood, visitors can choose the activity they’d like to do for the night.

7. Kult Yard

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Transforming a former police barrack into a safe space for creatives, Kult Yard is your new-age bar for hipsters. It has quickly become a sanctuary for musicians, creatives, and designers. Experimenting with new local flavors through their refreshing cocktails, a night in Kult Yard is truly a night to remember.

8. Acid Bar

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If you are a party person, Acid Bar is the live music venue for you. From 7 pm till late, live music will be blasted throughout the venue. As it’s a popular location for drinks, it may be difficult to find a seat or even a spot to stand. To combat that, arrive early and indulge yourself with a drink of your choice! You’ll be joining the dance floor in no time.

9. Timbre

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With its robust sound system and captivating programs, the Timbre franchise is one of the hotspots for musicians to gig at. Featuring resident bands, local rockstars, and local acts, Timbre Signatures or Timbre+ is the best live music venue for music lovers. The best part is the food doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive.

10. Wheeler’s Estate

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What’s better than steak? Having mouthwatering steak with music. Belt your lungs out under the stars with eclectic live bands in Wheeler’s Estate. The live music venue also has monthly tribute nights for legendary bands and singers that you won’t want to miss. Featuring covers of The Eagles, The Beatles, and even Jay Chou, these local bands will rock your pants off.

11. Le Noir

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Located in Singapore’s most famous malls, Le Noir is a bustling live music venue for foreigners and locals alike. Being the only bar with live music in its vicinity, it’s no wonder Le Noir is so popular. The experience of alfresco dining while being serenaded by their in-house bands is like no other. 

12. Monti

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Planning a romantic escapade for your loved one? Let Monti be one of your options. Chow down on scrumptious Italian dishes in the presence of the Marina Bay Sands nightscape while grooving to blues, jazz, or funk from 7.30 pm. The lineup at Monti changes monthly with regular appearances from Jeremy Monteiro and Stephan Francis so you’d know that the music quality is top-notch.

13. Hard Rock Cafe

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Known for its rock ‘n’ roll, the Hard Rock Cafe dishes out retro vibes for musicians and visitors alike. From Emo Nights to exciting soirees, Hard Rock Cafe knows how to get the party going. With well-maintained and amazing-sounding equipment, it’s no wonder that patrons keep coming back.

14. Señor Taco

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Perfectly emulating the vibes in Mexico, this taqueria that serves live Latin tunes will make you want to start dancing. Serving authentic food from different regions of Mexico, Señor Taco transports visitors out of Singapore. Grab yourself a margarita and groove to salsa, rumba, and cumbia to name a few.

15. Level Up

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Whoever thought of combining an arcade and a bar is a genius. Experience the 80s in Level Up with nostalgic arcade games and bar games. If not, grab a drink and take a seat as you listen to live bands play on stage.

16. Maduro

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For the classy Whiskey and Jazz lovers, Maduro has Whiskey from all around the world. Maduro hosts two live music nights in their listening lounge every Tuesday and Friday that’s dedicated to whimsical jazz to classical music. They also host occasional special music events so be sure to keep an eye out on their website.

17. Offtrack

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Labeled as one of Asia’s 50 best bars in 2023, Offtrack is a bar for audiophiles. Founded by electronic music label Darker Than Wax and Ice Cream Sundays, Offtrack bar is rigged out with Klipsch La Scala speakers and vinyl-friendly booths. Visitors can expect to listen to talented DJs while enjoying their liquor. Perfect for hangouts, this cozy bar will give you a night to remember.

18. Cool Cats

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Unwind at Cool Cats by taking pleasure in the slew of jazzy bands and sipping on their signature cocktails. This swanky cocktail bar with live music is a great place for catch-ups, meetings, and casual dates. 

19. Yin Bar

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Situated in Clarke Quay, Yin is a great alfresco bar that has live music. The music may be too loud sometimes so it’s not a great place for gatherings. However, if you’d just like to feel the vibes and groove of the music, Yin is the right place for you. Their cocktail selection will keep you coming back for more.

20. Gabbar 

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For lit Bollywood music, Gabbar will not disappoint. Indulge in their aromatic Indian cuisine with flavors from all over India while partying with party animals who frequent the bar. Let loose and dance to the Bollywood music or chill to watch the alfresco views of Clarke Quay, it’s your call.

If you’re more interested in free live performances without the need to pay for food and drinks, check out our article here. A casual hang out at a live bar may not be everyone’s cup of tea, how about dancing the night away in music festivals?

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