The Best Live Music in Philadelphia tonight

Experience the lively music scene of Philadelphia. Whether you’re looking for cozy bars or large music venues, our Spotters have discovered the best local places for great drinks and even better music. From live jazz performances at Chris Jazz Cafe to a one-of-a-kind cabaret experience at the Martha Graham Cracker Show. Discover these and many more local gems for an unforgettable night out in the city.

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Chris Jazz Cafe

Live jazz and Southern cuisine

"Chris Jazz Cafe" in Philadelphia has been keeping the jazz flames alive in Center City for over 30 years. A night here is an absolute event...

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Bronwyn

Lepore

Apr 6, 2025

St. Marks Episcopal Church

Center city oasis

"St. Marks Episcopal Church" in Philadelphia is just beautiful. Even though I'm not religious, I have enjoyed many free classical music concerts here...

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Relaxing

Bronwyn

Lepore

Apr 6, 2025

Malelani Cafe

Greek food done right!

"Malelani Cafe" is a Greek food gem in the Mt Airy section of Philadelphia. Make sure you ask for extra pita and don't miss the live music on weekends!

Music

Restaurants

Jeff

Landis

Apr 4, 2025

Mummers Day Parade

Glitter, feathers & fun

The Philadelphia "Mummers Day Parade" is a historical sensation of string bands, sequins and feathers. It's an official New Year's Day custom!

Art & culture

Music

Cara

Jo Castellino

Apr 4, 2025

Martha Graham Cracker Show

Cabaret show

"Martha Graham Cracker Show" is the place in Philadelphia to see a hairy drag queen.She became so popular that she has performed all over the world.

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Rob

Hall

Apr 4, 2025

Heritage

Restaurant & jazz bar

"Heritage" is my new favorite go-to Philadelphia restaurant to take family, guests and visitors. Every week night there's also live jazz!

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Music

Restaurants

Cara

Jo Castellino

Apr 4, 2025

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The Best Live Music in Philadelphia tonight

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Music

Bronwyn

Holly

You?

Doug

Jeff

Andrea

Rob

Cara

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Bronwyn

Holly

You?

Doug

Jeff

Andrea

Rob

Cara

Chris Jazz Cafe

Live jazz and Southern cuisine

Bronwyn

Lepore

St. Marks Episcopal Church

Center city oasis

Bronwyn

Lepore

Malelani Cafe

Greek food done right!

Jeff

Landis

Mummers Day Parade

Glitter, feathers & fun

Cara

Jo Castellino

Martha Graham Cracker Show

Cabaret show

Rob

Hall

Heritage

Restaurant & jazz bar

Cara

Jo Castellino

Heading to Music?

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Going to Music?

✓ Escape the Crowds

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