The Best Live Music in Toronto tonight

Check out the best local music spots in Toronto, where the vibrant scene offers something for every taste. Dive into the lively atmosphere at The Dakota Tavern, known for its eclectic live performances. Enjoy the dance parties at Lee’s Palace or feel the rich local vibe at Dora Keogh. Whether it's a cozy bar like Bassline Music Bar or the grand experience with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Toronto's music venues ensure unforgettable nights filled with local talent and unique sounds.

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Bassline Music Bar

Small space, huge sound

"Bassline Music Bar" Toronto is for people like me, who (unapologetically) love house music. Big sound that you can lose yourself in for hours of dancing.

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Kasia

Kmiec

Apr 11, 2025

CBC Radio

Canada's public broadcaster

"CBC Radio" is the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. When in Toronto, I highly recommend you give them a listen for news, various innovative programs or..

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Music

Kasia

Kmiec

Apr 11, 2025

Lee's Palace

Live music and dance parties

"Lee's Palace" is a club in Toronto known for its bright mural on the exterior, more visible during the day, but the spot comes to life at night...

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Cameron

Bryant

Apr 11, 2025

Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Classical indulgence

"Toronto Symphony Orchestra" Toronto is where I like to indulge in live classical music at the Roy Thomson Hall, which never fails to mesmerize...

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Music

Theaters

Kasia

Kmiec

Apr 11, 2025

The Dakota Tavern

Live music and a dive bar

"The Dakota Tavern" is a live folk/bluegrass venue in Toronto that doubles as a dive bar. The basement bar really takes me back & everyone is welcome here.

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Anita

Kim

Apr 7, 2025

Dora Keogh

Big local's dance party

"Dora Keogh" is unlike any other dance club or even pub in Toronto. In fact, it's high among the best Irish pubs in the world. Don't arrive hungry...

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Jeffrey

Wood

Apr 6, 2025

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The Best Live Music in Toronto tonight

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

Our Locals' Favorite Music

Anita

Astoria

You?

Cameron

Cassandra

Jeffrey

Kasia

Mauricio

City guides by those who know their city best!

Why not just trust our Locals?

Anita

Astoria

You?

Cameron

Cassandra

Jeffrey

Kasia

Mauricio

Bassline Music Bar

Small space, huge sound

Kasia

Kmiec

CBC Radio

Canada's public broadcaster

Kasia

Kmiec

Lee's Palace

Live music and dance parties

Cameron

Bryant

Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Classical indulgence

Kasia

Kmiec

The Dakota Tavern

Live music and a dive bar

Anita

Kim

Dora Keogh

Big local's dance party

Jeffrey

Wood

Heading to Music?

... for just €9.99

Going to Music?

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

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