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Prima DC
8.7 miles from Kensington, MD4.9 (25)
150 guests
Prima DC. Conveniently located across from one of DC's oldest music venues, our space provides a memorable experience in a neighborhood known for its colorful and rich history. With our captivating interior and space, experience a haven that's ideal for creating unforgettable memories for all occasions.
Standing capacity
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$300
/hr
2 hr min
Galactic Panther Art Gallery
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (28)
60 guests
Galactic Panther Art Gallery. only a 10 minute walk from King Street Metro station. We have hosted art classes, lessons, birthday parties, yoga, sound baths, live music, and open mics. With a new art exhibit every 2 months, each experience in this space is totally unique and enlightening.
Your booking
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$250
/hr
2 hr min
The EAA Theater
Serving the Kensington, MD area60 guests
The EAA Theater. The European Academy of Arts features a beautiful, modern venue, built to host a vast array of events, including student and faculty performances, master classes with guest artists, The EAA Master Concert Series, screenings of art and music documentary films, seminars, presentations and much more.
Built with
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$75
/hr
4 hr min
MRI Studios
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (6)
100 guests
MRI Studios. This is a perfect space for creatives to work on their craft. Musicians or podcasters in need of recording space, or performers ready to share their art. We have an intimate performing space, podcast and audio recording studio, and video post production lab. The performance space
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$60
/hr
4 hr min
La Familia Soundstage
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (3)
220 guests
La Familia Soundstage. Stage Plays
Music Concerts
Comedy Shows
Spoken Word Shows
Meeting Space
Art Gallery
Photography Studio
TV Production & Recording Studio
Live Stream Studio
We have a large open space and can accommodate just about any activity. We have a Green Room, Kitchenette, and stage. We also have some lighting and professional sound equipment.
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$400
/hr
4 hr min
Spacious Kensington Soundstage and Studio for Creative Events
South Kensington, MD5.0 (106)
50 guests
A beautiful Soundstage, Recording Studio and Video Production Space in the heart of Kensington MD. We are conveniently located near the Beltway and NW Washington DC. Ideal space for creative and professional events. Perfect for small intimate concerts.
This space is home to Blue House Productions. One
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$120
/hr
2 hr min
Compass Art Center
Kensington, MD5.0 (8)
50 guests
Compass Art Center. Looking for a fun space for your next meeting or event, or even a pop up art show or art class? The large classrooms at the dynamic Compass Art Center in Kensington, MD can be used for nearly any purpose. As art classrooms, they do feature
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$125
/hr
1 hr min
Rendezvenue Studios
North Bethesda, Kensington, MD4.9 (48)
50 guests
Rendezvenue Studios. Rendezvenue Studios is your perfect destination for intimate and memorable celebrations. Whether you're planning a birthday party, anniversary celebration, baby/bridal shower, or a small wedding, we provide a charming and versatile venue for you to make your vision come to life. Book with us and let
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
FlexPods studios
North Bethesda, Kensington, MD5.0 (9)
3 guests
FlexPods studios. This space provides high end, turn key fully equipped "industrial" looking studio lofts for fitness & wellness pros, content creators, and photographers.
Studio 1 is a great space for trainers, yoga, and Pilates instructors, content creation for social media, photographers, and videographers needing private space for fitness
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$18
/hr
1 hr min
The Music Dept Rehearsal Studios
3.1 miles from Kensington, MD65 guests
Located on the Lower Level of a historic office building in downtown Bethesda, MD, our The Music Dept Rehearsal Studios offers 3 different rehearsal rooms for a unique and intimate setting for musicians to focus and create. Each rehearsal room is well equipped and professionally soundproofed,
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$125
/hr
4 hr min
Stylish, Chic, Intimate Venue in the heart of trendy Bethesda
3.8 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (2)
60 guests
DJ?
Yes, you may hire a DJ for evening and weekend events, but they may not bring in woofers. DJ and live musical performances are allowed and must adhere to Montgomery County noise ordinance.
What does cleaning afterwards look like?
Facility must be broom swept and
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$250
/hr
4 hr min
Multi-purpose Spacious Bar, Lounge and Event space near College Park, MD
6.3 miles from Kensington, MD500 guests
Spacious and newly renovated Lounge and Bar located in Hyattsville, MD! Located 5 minutes from Prince George's Mall. This multipurpose space is perfect for various events including Birthday parties, Baby showers, Anniversaries & much more!
Features:
Hardwood flooring
7 TV screens
Private VIP room
DJ booth
Full service kitchen
LED
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$500
/hr
4 hr min
Tavern/Bar located in the heart of Adams Morgan in Washington, DC
8.1 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (55)
150 guests
Located in the heart of the Adams Morgan entertainment district in Washington, DC.
Our club is ideal for birthdays, office parties, and special events.
Capacity:
Standing 150
Seated 20
Amenities:
Outside Food Allowed
Street Parking
WiFi
Restrooms
Public Transportation
Tables
Chairs
Sound Equipment
Dance Floor
Availability:
Fri & Sat 10am 10pm
Sun Thurs
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
Lux Dc Bar & Lounge
8.1 miles from Kensington, MD4.8 (173)
150 guests
Lux Dc Bar & Lounge. This gorgeous venue is located in the heart of Washington, D.C., in the vibrant Park View neighborhood. With over 10 years of experience hosting private events, we know how to make every celebration seamless and memorable, just check out our glowing reviews for proof!
The space features
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$95
/hr
4 hr min
The Underline DC
8.1 miles from Kensington, MD4.8 (25)
100 guests
The Underline DC. Welcome to The Underline — where creativity meets community.
Located in the heart of Adams Morgan D.C., The Underline is an modern, multi use venue perfect for hosting everything from birthday parties and holiday gatherings to fundraisers, art exhibitions, performances, comedy nights, workshops, and trainings.
Why Hosts Love
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Flair Restaurant & Lounge
8.4 miles from Kensington, MD200 guests
Flair Restaurant & Lounge. Flair is a chic and sophisticated restaurant and lounge located in the heart of Washington D.C. that offers a unique dining and social experience. Two floors with two full bars, lounge/restaurant seats. Conveniently located in the heart of DC, the place is equipped with state of
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$500
/hr
4 hr min
Barkada Wine & Cocktail Bar
8.7 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (8)
50 guests
Barkada Wine & Cocktail Bar. Birthday Parties, Engagement Parties, Receptions, Events, Gatherings, Conferences, Small Corporate Retreats, Corporate Happy Hour, Retirement Parties, Bar Mitzvah, Bat Mitzvah, Offsite Meeting, Wine Tastings, Cocktail Tastings, Themed Party, Trivia Night, Charity Fundraiser
Game Night, Sports Viewing Party
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$250
/hr
2 hr min
Speakeasy Experience
8.8 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (59)
150 guests
Located in the trendy neighboorhood of Shaw, what at first glance looks like your standard deli freezer door is actually the entrance to one of the hottest speakeasies in the city. It has hosted a bevy of events from birthdays, engagement parties, graduations, to the
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$300
/hr
3 hr min
SOST
8.9 miles from Kensington, MD65 guests
SOST. SOST is a four level, three concept culinary and cultural experience located in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood. Named after the Amharic word for “three,” SOST was born from the shared vision of three siblings and stands as a celebration of the Black and
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$125
/hr
2 hr min
CREATIVE SPACE + RECORDING STUDIO / PODCAST
8.9 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (8)
15 guests
INCLUDED PER HOURLY RATE
4 Studio Monitors Speakers w Aux
Apollo Interface + Microphones (Bring your laptop)
XBOX SERIES S 2 Controls + Game Pass NBA2k, Fifa
2 TVs 70in + 55in
Small Fridge
Additional Services
$250 Per Hour PodCast Equipment + Operator
( 3x
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$60
/hr
1 hr min
Tuft'n Up Studio & Social
9.6 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (1)
40 guests
Tuft'n Up Studio & Social. Welcome to Tuft’n Up Studio & Social, a creative space located in the Art District of Hyattsville, MD! Perfect for intimate gatherings!
Our space is ideal for a variety of activities, including:
Pop Ups/Creative Workshops
Birthday celebrations
Networking Events
Art Events
The layout
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$215
/hr
3 hr min
Haven
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (1)
90 guests
Haven. and enjoy refuge from the busy city. All the furniture is fully moveable, making it easy to transform the room for live music, creative pop ups, or casual celebrations. And oversized window and balcony bring in natural light by day, while warm lamps and candles sets
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$175
/hr
3 hr min
Parties, Live bands, birthdays,
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.8 (23)
100 guests
Parties, Live bands, birthdays,. Step into the Lounge area upstairs that has VIP lounge seating and a stage big enough for a 10 piece band, this space is perfect for any party or live DJs and bands. Behind the shelves is a Speakeasy, with a pool table to at can
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
The Eclectic House | DC Content & Production Studio
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (3)
15 guests
The Eclectic House | DC Content & Production Studio. What activities work well in your space?
Perfect for photo and video shoots, podcast recordings, small workshops, and micro events. Ideal for content creators, coaches, and brands looking for a stylish, intimate setting.
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What is the layout of the space and how can different areas be used?
This 800
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$50
/hr
4 hr min
Chez Yiamme's Catering & Functions
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.8 (25)
120 guests
Chez Yiamme's Catering & Functions. We are a full time catering facility that offers a separate open space and blank canvas that can be configured to fit your event.
Includes:
1 additional hour prior to booking time to access our even space facility
Chairs & Tables for up
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$325
/hr
3 hr min
Cowo & Creche
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (1)
200 guests
Cowo & Creche. Step into impact at Cowo & Crèche’s Performance Hall in Alexandria, VA!
This state of the art venue, designed for unforgettable events, features an elevated stage, dynamic LED lighting, 13ft LED Screen and a robust AV setup with high speed internet, perfect for live performances, corporate
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$425
/hr
2 hr min
StudioSpaceDMV
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.9 (134)
60 guests
StudioSpaceDMV. Welcome to our photography and podcast space located in the heart of Alexandria, VA! Our versatile and dynamic space has hosted a variety of events ranging from podcasts, photo shoots, film documentaries, and party events.
Our space offers a sleek and modern aesthetic with a creative and
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$100
/hr
2 hr min
Modern Venue
Serving the Kensington, MD area60 guests
Small concerts, comedy shows, networking events, fashion shows, podcast, dance classes, pop up shops, small weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, gender reveals, work shops, business meetings, driving school classes, make up classes, eye brow tinting classes, fitness classes, art shows, food tasting events, photo shoots, video
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$90
/hr
4 hr min
Genius Guice Studios
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (8)
75 guests
Genius Guice Studios. The space features a diverse range of media and styles, including painting, sculpture, fashion, photography, and performance art. The space also includes community engagement events such as artist talks, workshops, and performances, providing opportunities for artists and audiences to connect and collaborate.
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$95
/hr
2 hr min
Spacious Downtown Studio and Event Space
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (2)
35 guests
This space is perfect for photo shoots, video shoots, intimate live performances, and rehearsals. It comes complete with access to a wide range of equipment, backdrops, textures, and props and has huge east facing and south facing windows that provide amazing natural light all morning and
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$150
/hr
1 hr min
Exquisitely Beautiful Uptown Lounge
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (1)
50 guests
This space is great for events including Birthday, Bachelor or Bachelorette, Podcasts, Corporate, Photography, Video shoot, or Game nights. In the front of the space is a six chair barbershop with an open floor plan of about 300sq ft that can be used for guest
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$170
/hr
2 hr min
Ceremony Event Spaces
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (5)
100 guests
Ceremony Event Spaces. this space is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, bridal and baby showers, weddings, pop up shops, live podcast shows, photoshoots, filming, live music, and more!
With soaring ceilings, timeless architecture, and warm contemporary finishes, Ceremony Event Spaces offers an inspiring backdrop for your most unforgettable moments. Whether
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$275
/hr
4 hr min
Hampden Creative Event Space With Recording Studio
Serving the Kensington, MD area120 guests
Bring Your Vision to Life in Our Versatile Creative Space
Looking for the perfect venue to bring your ideas to life? Our space is designed to accommodate a wide range of creative and social experiences, from photo shoots to podcasts, art shows, and special events. Whether you’re
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$5,000
/hr
1 hr min
The Music Space
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (14)
40 guests
The Music Space. We are a music studio complete with a small stage and recording studio located in Towson, Maryland. Our main room includes a stage and significant floor space. We're well equipped with advanced recording technology and experienced staff. We'll help you get the most out of any
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$70
/hr
2 hr min
Unique event space in historic building in old town
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (1)
124 guests
An upstairs event venue that accommodates live music on a raised stage, full bar, table seating, custom paint, large custom windmill fan as a centerpiece in the room. The room is open, with 13ft ceilings, has two entrances, two bathrooms, table seating for 36 people, a
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$270
/hr
3 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through April 2026.
What's the best day to rent a live music venue in Kensington?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking live music venues in Kensington.
How popular are live music venues in Kensington?
Our local hosts have welcomed 5693 people into their live music venues with reviews averaging 4.98 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
How much does a live music venue cost to rent in Kensington?
Live music venues in Kensington average $70 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $125, whereas larger venues run about $334 per hour.
live music venues Pricing Range in Kensington, MD
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for live music venues venues in Kensington, ranging between $125.08 and $333.75.
$70/hr average
How long do people rent live music venues in Kensington?
Most live music venues are scheduled for 2 hours, with 22 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Live Music starting between 4:00 PM and 5:00 PM.
live music venues Booking Times in Kensington, MD
Image representing average rental time for live music venues in Kensington, emphasizing most start between 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
1:00 PM8:00 PM
Reviews for live music venues
Vanessa A.
Once Upon A Time - Earthy Event Space & Pop Up Storefront w/ Secret Garden (Williamsburg)
is already beautiful and setup was simple. Danielle is a wonderful host. We had an event in the patio in the back with live music and food, our guests were so happy! Everyone complimented the space as well. Thanks...
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
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...
Joshua B.
Elevated New York Loft Experience in SoHo-Tribeca: A Creative Haven Flooded with Natural Light
Spacious loft with comfortable seating and functional kitchen. Piano is in great shape. Great place for hosting a cocktail hour with some live music! Host was very communicative...
Tom C.
Magical Event Space with 70's Retro Future Decor.
hidden gem'. Shnay was super easy to work with, the venue had nearly everything we needed, and the event went off without a hitch. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique music venue in crown heights...
Shauna D.
Bright, Vibrant Interactive Event Space In Northeast Philadelphia
This is an absolutely fantastic space! I rented out this space for a birthday party with live music. William was very responsive and helpful. I'll definitely be booking and recommending this space for future events...
Kimberly D.
All-glass Event Space - Fully Customizable
to the food table location, we had the perfect layout with plenty of space to dance! The acoustics are lovely (we had some live music selections). And the day of, I must say that BRIAN is THE BEST! 10/10. Talk about anticipating needs and having the...
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...
Dianna G.
New York Loft
as we had a 3 day meeting there, but most things were not under the owners control such as loud construction outside and live music being played downstairs of the building. Otherwise, all was great and the space is great...
Christine H.
Mansion/Museum landmark in the heart of 𝙂reenwich 𝓥illage. 𝓑reathtaking 𝓑allroom with a 𝙂rand 𝓟iano, 𝓕ormal 𝓕un 𝓓ining 𝓡oom, 𝓕ull 𝓚itchen, 𝓟arlor, 𝙂lass 𝙂allery, and spacious 𝓞utdoor 𝓓eck with 𝓓azzling 𝓥iews, more. 𝓜agical.
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...
Shania J.
Elegant Daylight Studio Downtown Brooklyn | CYC Wall | Profoto Equip Included
This space was absolutely stunning, spacious, and well equipped! I recorded a live music session in the space and was blown away. Sean was fantastic, very thorough and helpful. I would definitely book again...
Lardarius J.
Vibrant, colorful, open plan, multi-use event space
was the speaker system. There is no loud speaker system here but bringing your own will definitely give you a great experience for live music performances. The host was very professional...
Justin M.
3200 sq/ft Renovated Brooklyn Loft Space for Photo/Video Production
Loved the space, host was great. We had a church gathering here with live music. Would use it again
Casey M.
Brooklyn Industrial Studio – 14 Skylights – Drive in Space
This space was just as described, big & clean. We recorded live music and the space had a great reverb that sounded really good in our recording. The hosts were there to help us get in and came back at the end of our session to close...
Kassandra M.
Versatile Loft with Great Natural Light
We used the space for a live music event and it was perfect for our use. It looked even better in person! Jamon was very responsive and helpful. The space was fully equipped for our needs and then some...
Bright O.
Urban Warehouse Studio at Crown Industrial
host was very helpful and friendly. They were also very informative and clear with directions.
We had used the space to film a live musical performance. The size of the space was just as advertised, if not larger. Very spacious venue. Set design was excellent...
The O.
Downtown Newark Venue with Floor to Ceiling Windows and a Loft
Mimi was the best venue host possible for our live music event. From graciously allowing us to use nearby space for storage, to accommodating our multiple site visit requests and always being responsive to our questions with a smile, Mimi made the planning process so...
Uche O.
Spacious Kensington Soundstage and Studio
Had all equipment and place was amazing. Really brought my live music to life. I really appreciate blue house man
Nick P.
Art Gallery/Retail Space In Williamsburg, Brooklyn
New York Narratives,' at this awesome venue and couldn’t be happier with the choice. Despite a slight dip in foot traffic due to New York Fashion Week, the ambiance inside was perfect for showcasing my work, complete with live music and a bartender setting...
Sydney S.
Spacious Art Gallery in Lower East Side
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...
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