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Parties, Live bands, birthdays,
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.9 (28)
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
Galactic Panther Art Gallery
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (29)
60 guests
Galactic Panther Art Gallery. alcohol must be handled by staff
Recommended events:
Birthday parties
Gender reveal
Bachelor/Bachelorette parties
Live music
Photoshoot
Pop ups
Club meetings
Screenings
Award ceremonies
Corporate gatherings
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$200
/hr
2 hr min
All Go Rhythms Bar & Restaurant
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (1)
200 guests
All Go Rhythms Bar & Restaurant. cuisines with a lively vibe. Enjoy diverse menus for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, & dinner, plus craft cocktails, beers, & wines. Live music & dance events create an electric atmosphere. Open until late night, it’s perfect for dining, drinks, or dancing with friends. All Go
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$97
/hr
1 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
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
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
Spacious Kensington Soundstage and Studio for Creative Events
South Kensington, MD5.0 (110)
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
The Music Dept Rehearsal Studios
3.6 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
4.3 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (3)
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
Three Whistles - DC
7 miles from Kensington, MD99 guests
Three Whistles - DC. customize the venue to fit your vision.
Perfect for private parties, milestone celebrations, corporate annual meetings, networking receptions, dance events, fashion shows, live music performances, DJ events, fundraisers, and community gatherings, the full buyout includes access to all dining, lounge, and gathering areas. The flexible layout supports
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$500
/hr
4 hr min
Tapers and Tequila
7 miles from Kensington, MD200 guests
Tapers and Tequila. ⭐️ Tapers & Tequila — Luxury Bar, Lounge & Event Space in Rockville, MD
Location: 16819 Crabbs Branch Way, Rockville, MD
Perfect For: Happy Hours • Social Events • Birthday Celebrations • Corporate Mixers • Listening Parties • Filmed Interviews • Content Creation
🥂 What Activities Work Well in
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$500
/hr
5 hr min
The Underline DC
9 miles from Kensington, MD4.8 (29)
100 guests
The Underline DC. Welcome to The Underline — where creativity meets community.
Located in the vibrant and accessible Adams Morgan community, The Underline DC is a Speakeasy style, multi use venue perfect for hosting everything from birthday parties, holiday gatherings to fundraisers, art exhibitions, film screenings, dance performances, comedy
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$175
/hr
4 hr min
Lux Dc Bar & Lounge
9.1 miles from Kensington, MD4.8 (195)
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
3 hr min
Spark Social
9.6 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (2)
70 guests
Spark Social. This partially covered outdoor patio is a versatile blank canvas ideal for birthday celebrations, cocktail receptions, corporate mixers, live performances, drag shows, film screenings, and DJ nights.
The space accommodates up to 70 guests (30 seated / 40 standing), giving you the flexibility to configure it
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$285
/hr
2 hr min
Prima DC
9.7 miles from Kensington, MD4.9 (27)
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
Apple Lounge
9.7 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (3)
100 guests
Apple Lounge. Intimate event space located in the heart of the U Street corridor. Our venue offers a modern lounge atmosphere with flexible seating, warm lighting, and an open layout that can be customized for a wide variety of events.
The space works well for birthday celebrations, private dinners,
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$175
/hr
3 hr min
Speakeasy Experience
9.8 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (61)
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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$150
/hr
3 hr min
SOST
9.8 miles from Kensington, MD5.0 (2)
65 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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$300
/hr
3 hr min
The Howard Theatre
9.9 miles from Kensington, MD1250 guests
The Howard Theatre. About the Space:
1,200 person capacity theatre (main floor + balcony)
Located in the heart of DC near Shaw/U Street
Full concert grade sound, lighting, and (3) projector systems
In house seating, excellent sightlines, and large stage
Green rooms and dressing areas available (perfect for childcare, prayer, or office use)
Climate controlled,
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$1,250
/hr
10 hr min
Tuft'n Up Studio & Social
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (4)
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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$225
/hr
3 hr min
Intimate Event Space
Serving the Kensington, MD area50 guests
A flexible creative space that converts easily for meetings, workshops, brand activations, and small private events. Clean, open layout with seating and tables included.
Ideal for:
Brand launches & pop ups
Album listening sessions
Art shows & galleries
Team meetings & workshops
Baby showers & celebrations
Included Setup:
Seating for up to 20 guests
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$75
/hr
4 hr min
Throw Social
Serving the Kensington, MD area1500 guests
Throw Social. THRōW Social® DC is a vibrant 12,600 sq. ft. entertainment venue designed for social gatherings, live entertainment, and corporate events. The space supports up to 1500 guests, including a rooftop deck with a retractable roof, offering unmatched versatility for indoor/outdoor experiences.
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$500
/hr
5 hr min
Haven Event Space and Lounge
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (1)
90 guests
Haven Event Space and Lounge. 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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$95
/hr
3 hr min
Chez Yiamme's Catering & Functions
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.8 (26)
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 event space facility
Chairs & Tables for up
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$325
/hr
3 hr min
Sjcleggphotography
Serving the Kensington, MD area75 guests
Sjcleggphotography. Welcome to Kickback Cabaret: Poolside Vibe and backyard chill!
Dive into a sparkling pool, sing your heart out with karaoke, catch a movie on the a 100 inch screen, or just relax by the cozy fire pit.
Perfect for family fun, friends' get togethers, and good vibes
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$160
/hr
2 hr min
StudioSpaceDMV
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.9 (154)
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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$65
/hr
2 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
The Main Events Center
Serving the Kensington, MD area135 guests
The Main Events Center. Step into a sleek, modern event space designed to elevate any occasion. This beautifully renovated venue features a clean, upscale aesthetic with glossy marble style flooring, black textured accent walls, and contemporary LED lighting that creates the perfect ambiance for both daytime and evening events.
The space
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$135
/hr
5 hr min
Lofty Downtown Pop-up studio/event space
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (2)
50 guests
Approx. 1000sq ft ground floor storefront conveniently located downtown near CFG Arena, Camden Yards and M&T Bank Stadium. The space features hard wood floors, recessed lighting, a 20ft industrial clothing rack installed, 12 foot ceilings and a large display window.
This space can accommodate
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$75
/hr
4 hr min
Ceremony Event Spaces
Serving the Kensington, MD area5.0 (7)
100 guests
Ceremony Event Spaces. proposals and all wedding events. Ceremony Event Spaces is exquisitely designed for pop up shops, live podcast shows, photoshoots, filming, live music, and more! It is also the perfect space for company team sessions and out of home family reunions.
With soaring
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$275
/hr
4 hr min
Multi-Level Lounge & Media Studio with Bar + Kitchen
Serving the Kensington, MD area75 guests
This multi level private venue offers a unique blend of social and creative space. The first floor features a stylish lounge with bar service, seating, games, and a welcoming atmosphere ideal for events, mixers, and private gatherings. The second floor includes a mirrored media production space
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$150
/hr
4 hr min
The City Theater
Serving the Kensington, MD area85 guests
The City Theater. Step into our urban downtown theater, a versatile performance space designed for live productions, concerts, and special events. Featuring state of the art lighting and sound, comfortable seating, and a professional stage, our venue provides an intimate yet dynamic setting for audiences and performers alike. Perfect
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$150
/hr
4 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
Chic Entertainment Lounge & Patio in Towson
Serving the Kensington, MD area4.5 (11)
25 guests
Our beautiful entertainment lounge is perfect for any social gathering, celebration or meeting (retreat). A pool table will surely entertain the crowd!
Space Features:
WiFi
Casual seating arrangements: couch, club chairs, tables
Kitchen: refrigerator, dishwasher, sink, large countertop
TVs are not available
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$85
/hr
3 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 August 2026.
How much does a live music venue cost to rent in Kensington?
Live music venues in Kensington average $71 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
live music venues Pricing Range in Kensington, MD
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for live music venues venues in Kensington, ranging between $0 and $875.
$71/hr average
How long do people rent live music venues in Kensington?
Most live music venues are scheduled for 3 hours, with 23 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
How popular are live music venues in Kensington?
Our local hosts have welcomed 6127 people into their live music venues with reviews averaging 4.98 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
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.
Reviews for live music venues
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...
Nicholas K.
Vibrant, colorful, open plan, multi-use event space
concert with about 40-50 people, the only thing I will add is that you will need your own stereo/sound system for any live music (not an issue). Would 100% book again and plan on it...
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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