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Looking for live music or checking whether a concert venue has food options? Check this list of St. Louis-area concert venues and bars with live music.
1 Riverfront Drive, Alton, IL 62002
A variety of festivals and music acts dominate the calendar, including acts like Nelly, Boyz II Men and Vanilla Ice. Prices vary.
Capacity: 3,000
Parking: Street parking and multiple parking lots available within a few blocks of the venue.
Food: Vendors vary; hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, chicken tenders, nachos and fries
Bar: Beer and soda
Accessibility: Parking lot reserved specifically for ADA parking at Alby Street and East 3rd Street. VIP ADA seating and GA ADA seating available. Parking provided for all ADA-tagged vehicles at city-sponsored shows in the South lot at the corner of Henry Street and Landmarks Boulevard.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Portable toilets
Other: Bring your lawn chairs, but leave your pets and snacks at home; no coolers, or blankets.
9800 Halls Ferry Road, Jennings, MO 63136
Primarily R&B and Motown acts. Artists such as Brian McKnight, Keith Sweat and the Whispers have played there.
Capacity: 1,800
Parking: The venue has a parking lot on site
Food: There's a concessions area with a selection of BBQ, pasta, chicken, fish, fries, nachos and pizza
Bar: Several bars serve mixed drinks and fruit juices
Accessibility: Small ramp into the building; everything for concerts is on one floor.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: There's a main auditorium with a 1,800 capacity and then separate ballrooms that each can accommodate 250 guests.
Website: thenewambassadorstl.com
The Anheuser-Busch Performance Hall at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center
1 Touhill Circle, Bellerive Acres, MO 63121
Acts like the Arianna Quartet and the US Air Force Band. Tickets: Start at $30.
Capacity: 1,600
Parking: Multiple parking lots and garages on site
Food: Snacks and light fare
Bar: Full bar, depending on event
Accessibility: Drop off area, curb cuts for wheelchair access, elevator, all restrooms accessible, ASL interpretation available, wheelchair and other seating accommodations. More accessibility information highlighted on website.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes, ask an employee to access.
Other: Easy access via MetroLink. And check out the sculpture of its namesake, Blanche Touhill.
Website: umsl.edu/touhill
Bally Sports Live! at Ballpark Village
601 Clark Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102
In the winter, country acts play during a series called "Hot Country Nights" in which about half of the shows are free. They often host bigger names in the summer between Cardinals games.
Capacity: 2,250
Parking: Pay lot at venue; garages and street parking nearby; valet parking during special events
Food: Ballpark Village is filled with restaurants — food isn't a problem.
Bar: Full bars everywhere
Accessibility: Valet parking during special events, ADA areas and access, upgrades available with VIP tickets.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: You get a mixed bag, depending on the artist. Can be plenty of room to roam or feel a little packed in, but it's also a chance to see standout artists in a more personal setting.
Website: stlballparkvillage.com
700 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102
See beloved blues acts like Charles "Skeet" Rodgers, Rich McDonough and Big Al and the Heavyweights for a cover charge of about $15.
Capacity: 200
Parking: Street parking or in the nearby Meineke lot is permitted.
Food: Menu being reworked, some food available
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Ramp to inside, accessible bathroom on the main floor
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: Live music Wednesday through Sunday with old-school blues club vibes.
Website: bbsjazzbluessoups.com
3401 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
Tickets generally start at about $25 and the artists vary greatly.
Capacity: 350
Parking: Free parking on lot, free street parking north and east of tent.
Food: Circus-style food like hot dogs and nachos, sometimes there are also food trucks on site
Bar: Full bar, cash
Accessibility: Everything is on one floor (the parking lot floor). Indoor and outdoor restrooms available, both with wheelchair access.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Get there early if you want close parking.
364 North Boyle Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108
Catch cabaret acts, singer-songwriters and other laid-back entertainment.
Capacity: 100
Parking: Street parking available around the venue.
Food: Full restaurant options including mains, small plates and pizza.
Bar: Full bar with a nice selection of $15 house cocktails.
Accessibility: Everything is on one floor, no steps.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: This intimate venue is designed to host you for a full night out with dinner and a show.
Website: bluestrawberrystl.com
736 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102
Rock, reggae, bluegrass — you name it, bands play it here. Usually less than $10.
Capacity: 300
Parking: It's just south of downtown and has its own (tiny) lot, but there is street parking behind the venue and a large surface lot nearby.
Food: Full restaurant serving Cajun and Creole seafood, salads and sides.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Some Accessible parking in the back of the building
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: BOB, as it's affectionately known, is in a building that dates to the 1840s. They offer live music seven nights a week.
Website: www.broadwayoysterbar.com
700 Clark Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102
Big names including Paul McCartney and Billy Joel play here. And the ticket prices reflect that — often upward of $100.
Capacity: 46,000, give or take.
Parking: Garage and lots all over, and street parking, if you get lucky.
Food: Ballpark concessions plus a range of offers from legends like Mission Taco Joint and Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers.
Bar: Just like at ballgames — lots of beer and other alcohol options.
Accessibility: Fully accessible including seating, parking, etc. Drop off and pick up areas, captioning, assistive listening devices and a sensory room available.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms
Other: When 40,000-plus people are trying to cram into one place, it's going to take a while. So relax while you wait in line to show your ticket and pass through the metal detectors.
Website: www.mlb.com/cardinals/ballpark
1 South Compton Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
Tim McGraw, the Killers and Sexyy Red; ticket prices vary as greatly as the artists.
Capacity: 10,600
Parking: Pay garages and lots a short walk away from the venue.
Food: Arena concessions like hot dogs, pizza and chicken fingers.
Bar: Most events offer alcohol and guests can choose from a small selection of beer, wine and liquor.
Accessibility: Accessible seating within various seating sections, designated drop off and pick up area with ADA-compliant ramp.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms at sections 105 and 116
Other: Easy to navigate inside, but parking outside can be a pain. Also, they have a clear bag policy, but encourage guests not to bring a bag at all.
Website: www.chaifetzarena.com
631 Veterans Place Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63017
See acts like Weird Al Yankovic, Blues Traveler and Lucero. Tickets: $20-$50
Capacity: Up to 4,000
Parking: Multiple free parking lots
Food: Concession stand serves chips, candy and ice cream.
Bar: Three bars throughout the facility serve beer, wine, canned cocktails and not-alcoholic beverages.
Accessibility: Accessible parking, entrance ramp and seating are all available. Special accommodation if available if arranged in advance.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restroom
Other: The venue sits in front of trees and water, so enjoy the scenic setting.
Website: www.chesterfieldamphitheater.com
3524 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
Lineups usually feature smaller touring artists and locals. Tickets: Less than $20.
Capacity: 140
Parking: Street parking with parking lots and garages on nearby blocks.
Food: No food options.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Located on the first floor, plenty of room for wheelchairs near the front by the stage.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Located inside the KDHX building in Grand Center.
Website: kranzbergartsfoundation.org/central-stage
3730 Foundry Way, Suite 158, St. Louis, MO 63110
Artists like John Hiatt, Lalah Hathaway, BJ the Chicago Kid and more. Tickets: $15-$150
Capacity: 220-260
Parking: Parking lots available.
Food: Full dinner menu, small plates and sharing encouraged because of communal table. Full table service during the show.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: All ground floor, mezzanine isn't accessible but also isn't used much for shows.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: This venue offers a very grown-up experience and the building used to be an actual iron foundry.
Website: citywinery.com/st-louis
3610 Grandel Square, St. Louis, MO 63103
Jazz crawl every Wednesday is always free, other events start at $10 at the door.
Capacity: 100
Parking: It's located in Grand Center, so there's a mix of paid lots and street parking.
Food: Full menu, from appetizers and soups to entrees and side dishes, New menu each season.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible parking behind building with a ramp to get in to avoid the stair in front
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: On its website, the venue calls itself "a holistic experience designed to enhance community engagement" among other things.
6133 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63112
Delmar Hall hosts a variety of music, from Matthew Sweet to Haken. Tickets start at about $30.
Capacity: 750
Parking: Street and lot parking, mix of pay and free.
Food: Food isn't offered but you can bring in food from one of the many restaurants nearby. (But you can't bring in beverages.)
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Ramp all the way down to the floor in front of the stage.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: They call it the "pocket Pageant" for good reason.
Website: www.thepageant.com
4109 North Cloverleaf Drive, St. Peters, MO 63376
Catch throwback artists like Corey Feldman and local artists for less than $25.
Capacity: 600
Parking: Parking lot and street parking
Food: Kitchen serves grinders, subs, tacos and Cecil Whittiker's pizza. Chicago dogs, wings, burgers, pulled pork sandwiches. 75 cent wings
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Ramps, low top tables for wheelchair use.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Venue also offers all ages shows, darts, pool, cornhole league, line dancing nights and line dancing lesson nights.
Website: diamondmusichall.com
701 Convention Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63101
Spend a night with mega stars like the Rolling Stones and Guns N' Roses. Tickets: Start at $40.
Capacity: 67,000
Parking: Paid lots and metered street parking
Food: Food is available, but options are usually limited
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Elevators and escalators available
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms
Other: Give yourself plenty of time to park
6504 Delmar Boulevard, University City, MO 63130
The venue offers a range from country to hip-hop to everything else imaginable. Tickets: About $25.
Capacity: 340
Parking: Mixed street and lots, free and paid
Food: Full menu upstairs at Blueberry Hill
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: You can get access to an elevator to get down to the venue (it's in the basement) by asking a staff member.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Hearing music here is an intimate experience, especially knowing the legendary Chuck Berry was a regular.
Website: blueberryhill.com/shows
1401 Clark Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
Hosting major national acts, from Olivia Rodrigo to Zach Bryan. Tickets: $40-hundreds
Capacity: 22,000
Parking: Ample garages and street parking. Garage exits can be slow.
Food: Standard concession fare, along with some local favorites including Hi-Pointe Drive-In, Lion's Choice and Sugarfire Smoke House.
Bar: Beer, microbrews, mixed drinks and wine.
Accessibility: Venue provides an array of accessibility options, including assisted listening devices, audio description services, wheelchairs and sensory aids like noise-canceling headphones and fidget toys. Guest Experience Center is located across from Portal 19.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms on the Plaza concourse at Portal 19 and the Mezzanine concourse at Portal 55.
Other: Pretty standard arena experience with nothing exceptional about acoustics or sightlines. Renovations in 2017 upgraded restrooms, concessions, lighting, sound system and the videoboard.
Website: www.enterprisecenter.com
Evangeline's Bistro and Music House
512 North Euclid Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108
Catch jazz, blues, metal, singer-songwriters and more including touring bands. There is not usually a cover.
Capacity: 100
Parking: Parking lot behind the building, street parking, pay lot nearby.
Food: Cajun/Creole cuisine
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: All one floor, accessible bathrooms, no stair to get in the front door.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Proud of the diversity among their customers, rare to have a cover, all food made fresh
Website: www.evangelinesstl.com
17105 North Outer 50 Road, Chesterfield, MO 63005
Catch big acts like Lil' Wayne and Mars Volta before they graduate to stadiums. Tickets: Start at $20
Capacity: 3,400
Parking: Ample free parking in lot
Food: A few light offerings are available for select shows, but don't count on being fed unless you've checked with the venue first.
Bar: Venue boasts seven "high capacity" bars located throughout the venue.
Accessibility: ADA seating, ASL interpreters available by request (at least two weeks before the event) and help with visual accessibility on site, assisted listening devices also available
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restroom
Other: Great sight lines and acoustics at this newer venue in Chesterfield. First music venue built from the ground up in 20 years in the area. Available for private events, too.
Website: www.thefactorystl.com
2002 Arena Parkway, St. Charles, MO 63303
See legends like Al Green and Bettye LaVette at this grown-up venue. Tickets: Start at $45.
Capacity: 10,467
Parking: 3,500-space lot at venue, for a fee
Food: Standard arena concessions
Bar: Full bar available for most events
Accessibility: Accessible entrances (marked outside), companion seating, wheelchair escorts, wheelchair storage, accessible restrooms, elevators, quiet areas and noise-canceling headphones are all available.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restroom
Other: Think arena shows — just a little smaller. And while parking is not the amphitheater nightmare, getting in and out can be sluggish.
Website: familyarena.com
2720 Sutton Boulevard, Maplewood, MO 63143
See singer-songwriters in an intimate space. Tickets: generally $20
Capacity: 120
Parking: Metered street parking; free lot in back.
Food: No food currently available
Bar: Coolers full of alcohol and coffee drinks available with donation or B.Y.O.B.
Accessibility: All one floor, ramp into restrooms, accessible restroom
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: A wonderfully intimate space
Website: thefocalpoint.org
527 North Grand Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63103
Famous for hosting legends like Ringo Starr and Diana Ross. Tickets; $30-$200.
Capacity: 4,500
Parking: Street parking; paid lots and garages nearby.
Food: Limited concession snacks, but a good variety of neighboring restaurants.
Bar: Beer, wine and some liquor
Accessibility: Elevator, ADA associates on site for every show, interpreters and hearing devices available.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restroom
Other: If there is a more picturesque place to hear music in St. Louis, we're not sure where. The setting is splendid, just like the acoustics.
Website: www.fabulousfox.com
2720 Cherokee Street, St. Louis, MO 63118
See touring acts like John McCauley and local favorites like the Mighty Pines. Tickets: $10-$50.
Capacity: 500
Parking: Street parking; some paid and free lots nearby.
Food: No food
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Concerts held on the first floor, which has an accessible entrance.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: They also host communal dance parties, with country music nights being very popular.
Website: thegoldenrecord.live
2028 South 9th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104
Catch local blues musicians and music scene lifers, sometimes even for free at a bustling neighborhood joint.
Capacity: 60 inside, 150 outside
Parking: Street parking in surrounding Soulard streets
Food: Plenty of food (and a wide variety of it) available from the full kitchen
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Everything is on one floor, but there are a couple of stairs out to the back patio.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: Restaurant by day, live music every night. Mostly local music, heavy on the blues.
Website: hammerstones.net
2231 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
Catch touring bands like Silversun Pickups and Flatland Cavalry. Tickets: $20-$40.
Capacity: 1,300
Parking: Street parking and paid lots nearby
Food: Food vendor at every show
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible viewing area, accessible restrooms
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Also an event space, so book it if you like it
Website: www.thehawthornstl.com
5226 Gravois Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63116
Aside from trivia and comedy nights, the bar hosts acts ranging from electronic and experimental pop to rock, folk and punk. Cover charge: usually $10.
Capacity: 119
Parking: Free street parking; free public parking lot located a half of a block north east on Gravois Avenue.
Food: Dogtown Pizza, Billy Goat Chips, and even vegan and gluten-free pizza from S'mohr Pizza available.
Bar: Full bar with reasonably priced drinks
Accessibility: No stairs inside, ramp to the restrooms
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: A proudly self-described dive bar has a thick garage door separating the bar and music venue sides.
Website: www.theheavyanchor.com
14141 Riverport Drive, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Everyone on the summer concert calendar pretty much plays here, from Janet Jackson to Green Day. Tickets: Cheapest on the lawn to $100 or more.
Capacity: 20,000 — mix of seats and lawn
Parking: Plenty of spaces, but getting in and out is tedious and time-consuming.
Food: Sandwiches, fries and snacks available throughout venue. Food cannot be brought in.
Bar: Bars located throughout the venue, top shelf mixed drinks available in VIP sections.
Accessibility: A range of accessibility services are available, from assisted listening devices to interpreters. All bathrooms are accessible. Guest service employees at the Accessible Station located at the Welcome Center in the Front Entry Plaza.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Portable toilets
Other: This is where a lot of the big acts — but not big enough to fill a stadium — play on their warm-weather tours. Excellent people-watching. Prepare to have any bags and blankets searched. You might get frisked, too.
Website: www.hollywoodcasinostlouis.com/entertainment/amphitheatre
756 South 4th Street, St. Louis, MO 63102
Live country music five nights a week with bands on weekend nights and live acoustic on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays.
Capacity: 200
Parking: Lot parking next door (generally $5 if it's not during baseball season) and street parking.
Food: No food
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: There is a ramp to enter the room with the stage.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: This is the place to be if you want to find live country music in downtown St. Louis.
Website: www.thehonkytonkstl.com
1204 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
See famous faces like Amber Bullock (winner of BET's Sunday Best) and the Voice's Tish Haynes Keys. Cover charge: Fridays $10 after 11 p.m.; Saturdays, $20.
Capacity: 250
Parking: Street parking and paid lots nearby
Food: Rotating selection of food vendors.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms, everything located on the first floor
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Live music every Saturday, local artists highlighted
Website: www.houseofsoulstlouis.com
J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts
2300 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO 63301
Catch big-name artists like Bruce Hornsby and Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Tickets: $40-$60.
Capacity: 1,170
Parking: Free parking lot adjacent to the venue
Food: Water, soda and snacks
Bar: Wine coolers and beer
Accessibility: Accessible seating on both floors, accessible restrooms and parking, ask usher if you need assistance
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restroom
Other: Don't expect to find a mosh pit or crowd-surfing here. The events are far more high-brow than that.
Website: www.lindenwood.edu/j-scheidegger-center-for-the-arts
3536 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103
David Sanborn, Marcus Miller and Wynton (and Branford) Marsalis all play here. Tickets: $25-$50.
Capacity: About 200 at tables or booths
Parking: Valet parking: $20. Lots charging $3-$10 open for most shows. Metered spaces also available.
Food: Food service, with a full menu of appetizers, main courses and desserts, is available during early evening shows. A lounge also serves food for those with tickets to late shows.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Tables on the main floor are accessible. Elevator to balcony. Venue happy to accommodate.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: There's a lounge on site called Nancy's where you can order food and drinks and listen to the show.
Website: jazzstl.org
5225 North Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Enjoy national and local acts like Root Mod, Union House Band and Tish. Cover charge: Starts at $10.
Capacity: 275
Parking: Huge free parking lot
Food: Full kitchen with bar food options like fries, wings and shrimp.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, restroom is accessible, everything on one floor
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Venue offers "grown folks vibes" and a high quality experience. No baseball hats, white tee shirts, jogging suits or basketball shorts allowed.
Website: www.jazzy159.com
Local Legends Listening Room and Cigar Bar
512 Missouri Avenue, East St. Louis, IL 62201
Pay just $10 to catch artists like Terry Rogers and Corey "Sax Mo" Allen.
Capacity: 163
Parking: Street parking
Food: No food
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Lower level fully accessible.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Friendly staff, venue dedicated to promoting Black artists.
615 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63101
Catch local legends like Skeet Rodgers and well-known touring blues acts. Tickets: $25.
Capacity: 100
Parking: Street parking and some paid lots nearby. Most people park at the garage on 7th Street.
Food: No food
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms, easy to navigate, all one floor
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: The spirit of the blues lives within the museum. Make sure to get to your show early to check out all of the exhibits.
Website: www.nationalbluesmuseum.org
3509 Lemp Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63118
Acts like Laura Jane Grace, MU330 and Smoking Popes all play here. Tickets: $15-$25.
Capacity: About 350
Parking: Free street parking
Food: Not available
Bar: Full bar inside, beer and some liquor at a satellite bar outside.
Accessibility: Ramps and an open floor with plenty of space for wheelchairs
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Wear some comfortable shoes; you'll likely be standing unless the venue advertises a "seated show."
Website: www.offbroadwaystl.com
1200 South 7th Street, St. Louis, MO 63104
A wide variety of acts including rock, country and jam bands. Tickets: $15-$50.
Capacity: About 500
Parking: Free lot attached, plenty of street parking
Food: Hot dogs and brats nearly always available; a full kitchen opens for bigger shows with barbecue sandwiches, appetizers and flatbreads.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Main viewing area, bar and accessible bathroom all available on the first floor. There are, however, a couple of steps down into the pit in front of the stage.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: In between sets — or if you need a smoke break — check out the great patio. And there are speakers out there, so you won't miss any of the music.
Website: oldrockhouse.com
6161 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63112
Catch beloved touring bands, rock legends, alt-country heroes and high-draw cover bands at the Pageant. Tickets: Start about $40.
Capacity: 2,000
Parking: Ample, with a mix of street parking and free lots with garage parking nearby.
Food: Food isn't offered but you can bring in food from one of the many restaurants nearby. (But you can't bring in beverages.)
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Wide open spaces, elevator to the second floor, ramps to each audience tier (including the floor in front of the band).
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Great vibe; the venue has placed high in worldwide rankings of concert venues for good reason.
Website: www.thepageant.com
Pop's NightClub and Concert Venue
1403 Mississippi Avenue, Sauget, IL 62201
Catch bands from out of town, tribute bands and local showcases here. Tickets: $25 or less.
Capacity: 1,600
Parking: Large lot
Food: Typical bar food is usually available during late-night hours.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible parking spaces in the lot out front
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Open 24 hours a day.
Website: www.popsrocks.com
3040 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
All manner of events, from Taylor Swift dance parties to performances by local emo bands. Tickets: $6-$50.
Capacity: 998
Parking: Street parking, lots nearby
Food: Vending machine on site
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: First floor is ADA accessible, stairs to mezzanine
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Some aspects of the building are made with shipping containers
Website: redflagstl.com
River City Casino Event Center
777 River City Casino Boulevard, Lemay, MO 63125
Acts have included artists like Extreme, Rick Springfield and the Monkees. Prices vary.
Capacity: 1,400
Parking: Parking is plentiful in the surrounding lots and in the multi-level parking garage.
Food: Not in the event center but there are options in the casino area.
Bar: Full bars and the drinks are pretty cheap because it's a casino.
Accessibility: Accessible shuttles to and from casino, everything is on one floor. Accessible restrooms. Call in advance to secure accessible seating at concerts.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: In the attached hotel
Other: Good acoustics, a little smoky in the casino but easy-breathing in the event center.
Website: www.rivercity.com/entertainment
Ross Family Theatre at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
210 East Monroe Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122
See acts like the Bodeans and War. Prices vary.
Capacity: 529
Parking: One main lot with 115 spots; free downtown Kirkwood parking
Food: Light snacks available like brownies, cookies, etc.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible seating available, call ahead to confirm.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms
Other: Support for this theater comes from local philanthropists Don and Nancy Ross.
Website: www.thekpac.org
750 Casino Center Drive, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Catch legends like the Flaming Lips, Jack White and more. Tickets: $50.
Capacity: 4,500
Parking: $10 to park in large lot.
Food: Regular concession foods like hot dogs and nachos. Occasionally has vendors.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms, everything is ground level except for bleacher seating.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restroom and portable toilets
Other: Venue is outdoors, but covered and there is a lawn games area to play before the show.
Website: www.centenecommunityicecenter.com/saint-louis-music-park
Sheldon Concert Hall & Art Galleries
3468 Washington Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63108
See artists like Sheila E. and the Jayhawks in plush surroundings. Tickets: $15-$100+.
Capacity: 712
Parking: Pay lots and metered parking nearby.
Food: No regular food served but you can find bags of chips at the bar
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible parking, and seating on the orchestra level.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: If you haven't heard music here, you should. It's a great experience for the ears.
Website: www.thesheldon.org
7423 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63111
See established and up-and-coming bands at this chill D.I.Y. space. Tickets: $10-$20
Capacity: 50
Parking: Free street parking.
Food: No
Bar: Full bar with N/A options
Accessibility: ADA compliant, one story, no stairs
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: Cash-only popular spot for touring bands with larger underground followings.
Website: sinkholerecords.com
1400 Market Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
From Shen Yun to Bonnie Raitt, it's only legends for the Stifel Theatre. Prices vary.
Capacity: 3,100
Parking: Ample garages and street parking. Garage exits can be slow.
Food: Concession stand fare such as pretzels, popcorn and some sweets.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Elevators located on each side of the lobby. Accessible restrooms are located in the Kiel Club next to the Ticket Lobby and on Level 3. Accessible seating available: contact the Accessibility Hotline at 314-622-5420.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms inside the Kiel Club.
Other: If you want to feel swanky, this is the venue for luxe living.
Website: www.stifeltheatre.com
Strauss Black Box Theatre at Kirkwood Performing Arts Center
210 East Monroe Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Catch great jazz and blues like Charles Glenn and Denise Thimes. Tickets: $25.
Capacity: 175
Parking: One main lot with 115 spots; free downtown Kirkwood parking
Food: Light snacks available like brownies, cookies, etc.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible seating available, no need to call ahead.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Family restrooms
Other: The theater is sponsored by Mary Strauss, noted local philanthropist.
Website: www.thekpac.org
3333 Washington Avenue, Suite 102, St. Louis, MO 63103
Experience small shows where there's rarely a cover charge.
Capacity: 120
Parking: Street parking, everything west and north is not metered.
Food: no food
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Accessible ramp.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: Yes
Other: Wed-Sat, DJ each of those nights, doors open at 5, DJ at 9
18720 Stovall Lane, Pacific, MO 63069
They book mostly traditional country bands. Cover charge: $5.
Capacity: 140
Parking: Parking is free, on gravel or grass.
Food: Chips and frozen Dogtown pizzas are available and they allow people to bring in their own food and snacks.
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: A historic property that doesn't meet all modern ADA requirements; ramp to get inside and staff can help with maneuvering if needed.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Western attire is encouraged and appreciated.
Website: www.stovallsgrove.com
1000 Clark Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102
Advertised as a "live music bar," this place has music every night, be it band or DJ. Bands are usually playing country or rock. Cover: $5 Fridays after 10 p.m., $10 Saturdays after 10 p.m.
Capacity: 403
Parking: $15 to park in the back lot, metered street parking outside
Food: Southern-inspired bar food
Bar: Full bar
Accessibility: Elevator, accessible bathrooms
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: Live music or DJs every night. Check online to see schedule.
Website: tinroofstlouis.com
252 North Main Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025
See acts like Roger McGuinn from the Byrds, Glenn Hughes from Deep Purple and Jim Messina (of Loggins and Messina). Tickets: Start about $25.
Capacity: 326
Parking: Ample lots and some street parking nearby.
Food: Popcorn, candy and soda — just like the movies.
Bar: Beer and wine
Accessibility: Call 618-307-2053 to purchase accessible seats. Drop-off zone in front of the theater. Elevator available.
Gender-neutral bathrooms: No
Other: It's a revamped opera house, circa 1909, with event rooms upstairs available for rental. Owned and operated by the city of Edwardsville.
Website: wildeytheatre.com