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from$100/hr
Affordable 1,350 Sq Ft Dance Studio

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.6(50)
Venue capacity icon50

Dance Studio

33x40' (1,320 sq ft.) Our space is currently available for recurring dance and fitness classes and one-time rehearsals, and workshops. Available for all types of dance and fitness: salsa, tango, hip-hop, ballroom, zumba, yoga, and group activities that complement our vision of a co-working /...
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from$300/hr
Modern Industrial Manhattan / Hudson Yards Loft and Gallery for Events

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.9(105)
Venue capacity icon50

Gallery

FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY + SPACE DETAILS: • Alcohol may be served by a licensed vendor • Outside food is allowed • Full kitchen • Cooking and food preparation is allowed on site • Microphones, Projector, Speakers • Music Rules: DJ and amplified music is...
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from$350/hr
Versatile Live Event Space

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon60

Event Space

...Black Box Theater Live Podcasts & More! We are a turnkey media production company and have in-house AV technicians & sound/lighting/camera equipment, set dressing and props to facilitate all your live event needs. EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL STUDIO USES: Live Music
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from$120/hr
Creative & Artsy Midtown Event Studio

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(8)
Venue capacity icon50

Rehearsal Music Space

Our multi-purpose creative space is located right in the heart of Manhattan, and we've got two rooms available for you to host your event. You can choose to host your main event in the entire space, or host it in the larger room and convert...
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from$75/hr
Flatiron Newly Designed Recording Studio in the heart of NYC

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(7)
Venue capacity icon5

Studio

...space is the availability of instruments, including keys, electric guitars, acoustic guitars, bass, percussion, and more. Whether you want to add live music elements to your podcast or experiment with sound, our instrument collection is available. To set the perfect ambiance...
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from$99/hr
Event Space in Midtown Manhattan

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

5.0(265)
Venue capacity icon50

Studio

Our studio is located in Midtown Manhattan, with a lot of subway and buses options. It is around 1000 sf in size.The space has boxlike shape which allows to shoot different directions and create versatile setups. Windows are facing inside the yard which has two...
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from$90/hr
Midtown Manhattan Recording Studio with Steinway Grand Piano & Custom Oak Drum Kit. Engineer included!

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.9(86)
Venue capacity icon10

Studio

This studio is the largest and most extravagant of the four Recording Studios at the facility. The control room features an WRAITH Audio recording console. The room is running Protools HD3 and is equipped with over 100 plug-ins. The vocal chain consists of an Avalon...
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from$100/hr
Very cool, vibey Rock space in the heart of Hell's Kitchen

Midtown, New York, NY

4.9(88)
Venue capacity icon25

Event Space

Very cool, vibey rock space in the heart of Hell's Kitchen... use for small event, photo/film shoot, pop up, podcast, gallery, client meetings, biz event, etc. The space is located in the world famous “Music Building”, former musical home of Madonna, Blondie, Billy Idol, Interpol...
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from$250/hr
Swanky Speakeasy Bar & Lounge

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

4.7(7)
Venue capacity icon75

Speakeasy

...libations and shared tapas menu with all the trimmings. Enjoy plush velvet tufted couches with friends and great energy. There are live music events, comedy shows, karaoke nights and so much more! There is a pool table and table tennis if...
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Experience incredible live music venues in New York City

Looking to experience music in a unique way? Then New York City is the place to be. From creative studios and performance halls to bars, theaters and flexible event spaces, NYC has it all when it comes to live music venues. But with so many choices, it can be hard to pick the right one. No matter what type of live music event you are planning — whether it's a piano recital or an acoustic show — the key is to find the perfect venue that fits your needs and budget.

Discover the perfect live music space in NYC

As far as classic live music venues go, there's nothing quite like the grandiose ambiance of a theater or performance hall. From large symphony halls to 1,000-seat theaters, performance halls can accommodate audiences of all sizes and boast spectacular acoustics for a wide range of musical acts, from a piano recital to an all-orchestra show.
Likewise, going to a bar or lounge for a live music experience can be an exciting way to explore NYC’s music scene. The intimate atmosphere at bars and lounges allow for more up-close-and-personal performances, supporting performers like solo artists, acoustic musicians, and small bands. For a lively atmosphere with plenty of energy in the crowd, bars and lounges are ideal for hosting musical events.

Put on an unforgettable performance at a live music venue rental in NYC

Booking one of NYC’s many fantastic live music venues is the way to go if you're looking to create a unique musical experience. These engaging spaces come with a variety of features that can take your event to the next level. With their unique acoustics, high-quality audio set-ups, and other features, live music venues provide a great setting for all types of performances. When selecting one of these spaces for your next event, consider the following:
  • Acoustic quality: For most live music events, acoustic quality is essential. Seek out venues that make use of sound baffling and advanced audio engineering technologies to provide outstanding acoustics no matter what type of performance you're putting on.
  • Stage lighting: Do you need stage lighting for your event? Look for spaces that have in-house lighting rigs and state-of-the-art systems. Some even offer customizable options so you can adjust the atmosphere to meet your needs.
  • Tech support: Though optional, if you need technical know-how during your event, make sure the space has technicians on site who can help with sound mixing and more. This can help ensure that all aspects run smoothly without any hitches or issues.

Reviews for live music venues

Ellie G.
Large Bushwick Event Space | Things To Look At Studios
at this venue, Ellis was incredibly supportive through all of our planning and the evening itself was better than we could have hoped for. A warm, inviting, flexible space that met all our needs and more! We had visual art on the walls, a live music...
Pavan B.
Spacious Theatre Event Space in Historic NOHO
We enjoyed working with Subculture and it's staff. My team hosted an event that included live music and a podcast recording in front of over 100 people. We've never had an easier time setting up, and working with a tech team. The space was...
Lauren B.
Spacious Art Gallery in Lower East Side | Foley Gallery
here on a Friday night to kick off our wedding weekend-- the space was perfect! We had about 120 guests for beer/wine/appetizers with live music. Michael and Sherri were unbelievable hosts-- extremely responsive, kind and helpful. They let us drop off a few cases of wine...
Sydney S.
Spacious Art Gallery in Lower East Side | Foley Gallery
FREE BODY PROJECT booked this beautiful space for a panel event. It was fabulous and fit our needs perfectly. Light and acoustics for live music were lovely and there was ample space for our 60 guests as well as room for food and drink tables. Michael...
Dee B.
Gorgeous meeting room on Upper West Side
Hi Mimi! I'm helping a friend find a location to host a live music open mic and the photos of your space looks like a very interesting option! Is it possible to arrange a 15 minute visit to check out venue and discuss more...
Christine H.
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this whole rental experience was beyond my wildest expectations. I rented the space for a full day photo shoot in the AM and live musical show in the PM. I wouldn't change a single thing about the night as this home provided not only...
Steph P.
Versatile Outdoor Enclave in the Heart of Greenpoint
this, but I learned day-of there is no sound system housed at the venue, so if you book, you should plan to bring your own. They've had other events with live music and can accommodate many different music set-ups...
Joseph E.
Dreamy Stunning Mansion in West Village For Fashion, Film, Weddings & Parties
perfectly), as I also had a live band perform for about an hour. I have never planned a party of this magnitude where I was providing food and alcohol for so many people and on top of that had a live music performance. Given the...

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