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(Weddings + Receptions) Stunning Rooftop Deck + Penthouse Event Space with City Views
Downtown, Norfolk, VA4.8 (5)
199 guests
…via a large, folding-glass door to create an indoor-outdoor event. ▪️ Can accommodate up to 200 people for a cocktail-style event. ▪️ Live music welcome. ▪️ Wifi access. Parking passes in our private lot are included with the reservation based on the day of the week:…
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$475
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8 hr min
Heart of Chesapeake | Modern Multipurpose Event Space with Stage
Indian River, Chesapeake, VA75 guests
ABOUT THE SPACE: Located in the heart of Chesapeake, this modern multipurpose event space is designed to accommodate a variety of gatherings in a clean, contemporary setting. The venue features a professional stage, built-in audiovisual capabilities, comfortable theater-style seating, and flexible floor space, making it…
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$125
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4 hr min
The Granby Collective | Modern Event & Content Space in Norfolk
Norfolk, VA4.5 (2)
75 guests
Welcome to a versatile, modern event and creative space designed to accommodate a wide range of gatherings and experiences. This flexible venue is ideal for birthday parties, baby showers, bridal showers, graduation celebrations, networking events, business meetings, workshops, pop-up shops, photoshoots, content creation, podcast recordings,…
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$99
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3 hr min
Vic Diesel's Social Club | Waterfront Backyard Event Venue for 200 — Portsmouth VA
Portsmouth, VA100 guests
Vic Diesel's Social Club — The Yard Host your next unforgettable gathering at a private, fenced waterfront backyard in Portsmouth, VA — built for long evenings outside, with room for up to 200 guests. THE SPACE A large stamped-concrete patio sits just off the house…
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$150
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2 hr min
Intimate Event Space
Downtown, Newport News, VA50 guests
The Kue is a stylish 950-square-foot intimate event venue designed to host memorable gatherings for approximately 45 to 50 guests comfortably. The space is ideal for private and professional events that benefit from a cozy, upscale atmosphere. The venue can accommodate a variety of events…
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$95
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4 hr min
Multi-Purpose Creative & Meeting Space
Portsmouth, VA5.0 (4)
25 guests
This multi-purpose space is perfect for: Meetings, photo & video shoots, small/medium-sized events, presentations, productions, podcasting and more. This location features a bathroom, kitchenette and large areas with natural light. There are two levels, each having their own unique features.
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$65
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2 hr min
THEE Studio: Inspiring Art & Culture Hub for Creative Events and Workshops in Phoebus
Phoebus, Hampton, VA5.0 (2)
95 guests
Welcome to a vibrant, versatile creative space designed for artists, innovators, and community gatherings! GH Designz Studio offers a dynamic environment that blends art, culture, and inspiration, perfect for hosting workshops, events, and collaborative projects. Perfect For: • Art Classes & Workshops: Set up for…
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$100
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3 hr min
Modern & Versatile Event Venue Near JEB Little Creek with Elevated Amenities
Northwest, Virginia Beach, VA90 guests
IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION Monday–Thursday: Hourly venue rentals are available from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Friday–Sunday: Reservations are exclusively available through our décor-inclusive Essence and Aura packages, starting at $3,000 for a 12-hour rental. These packages include venue access, in-house décor, setup, and additional amenities…
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$250
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4 hr min
Just Imagine It: MidCentury Modern Estate In Norfolk / Lakefront, Vintage Cool
Camellia Shores, Norfolk, VA5.0 (57)
75 guests
I AM SORRY TO ANNOUNCE THAT AS OF AUGUST 1, 2026, WISEACRE WILL NO LONGER HOST GATHERINGS OF ANY KIND. THE CITY OF NORFOLK HAS MANDATED THAT A RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MAY NOT BE SHARED WITH FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS FOR BABY SHOWERS, BIRTHDAY PARTIES, PHOTO SHOOTS,…
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$115
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3 hr min
Studio Event Space Located Near Town Center
Northwest, Virginia Beach, VA47 guests
What activities work well in your space? Lovegodesss Studio is designed for intimate, high-impact gatherings and transformational experiences. The space works beautifully for women’s masterminds, empowerment workshops, networking events, themed dinners, speaker panels, intimate launches, podcast recordings, content creation days, styled shoots, boudoir or branding…
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$232
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3 hr min
Intimate Women's Space Located In Lynnhaven/Princess Anne Area
Virginia Beach, VA50 guests
Modern, versatile space designed to make your next event extraordinary! Plush velvet curtains on the stage, two bathrooms fit for a queen!, a kitchenette and separate VIP Seating. Perfect for: Book Signings, Meeting, Photoshoots, Training Sessions, Intimate celebrations, Networking Events, Pop-Up Shops, Workshops, Brunches and…
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$150
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3 hr min
Studio located near beautiful Virginia Beach Town Center. A unique Virginia Beach venue, awaits your photo, film, and event needs.
North Central, Virginia Beach, VA30 guests
This is the perfect setup for experienced and beginner podcasters and content creators. The blue room is ideal for podcasting however it’s versatile for photo shoots and content creators. The yellow room is an amazing space for serious photographers or social media content creators.
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$100
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2 hr min
Intimate Event Space in Poquoson for Showers, Celebrations & Events
Poquoson, VA5.0 (3)
45 guests
Welcome to The Spot 757 — a private, intimate event space designed for unforgettable gatherings. Our venue is perfect for baby showers, birthday parties, bridal showers, small celebrations, classes, and other private events for up to 45 guests. The space offers a unique and welcoming…
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$99
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4 hr min
Industrial feel space perfect for weddings, conferences, quince's/sweet sixteen ceremonies and church based events (i.e. conferences, concerts, etc.)
Denbigh, Newport News, VA300 guests
This industrial-style event space is perfect for conferences, weddings, quinceañeras/sweet 16 celebrations, and church-based events. It features spacious, comfortable seating and state-of-the-art AV equipment designed to enhance your guests' experience. Conveniently located in the heart of Newport News, the venue sits in a high-visibility, high-traffic…
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$350
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3 hr min
Luxury creative studio space in a hidden vintage place
Downtown, NEWPORT NEWS, VA5.0 (8)
50 guests
Host Your Intimate “I Do” in Style — Micro Weddings at The Social Influencer Sphere Looking for a wedding day that’s meaningful but stress-free? Skip the chaos of traditional venues and say “I do” in a beautifully styled, upscale creative studio located inside a historic…
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$95
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3 hr min
VB’s Premier Event Space for Workshops, Seminars, and Networking Mixers
Northwest, Virginia Beach, VA50 guests
Welcome to The Venue VB — a modern, executive-style meeting and event space designed for corporate teams, entrepreneurs, and organizations seeking a clean, professional environment to host productive sessions. What activities work well in this space? The Venue VB is ideal for a wide range…
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$100
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2 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 October 2026.
How much does a live music venue cost to rent in Portsmouth?
Live music venues in Portsmouth average $60 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 $108, whereas larger venues run about $294 per hour.
live music venues Pricing Range in Portsmouth, VA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for live music venues venues in Portsmouth, ranging between $108 and $294.
$60/hr average
How long do people rent live music venues in Portsmouth?
Most live music venues are scheduled for 3 hours, with 15 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Live Music starting between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
live music venues Booking Times in Portsmouth, VA
Image representing average rental time for live music venues in Portsmouth, emphasizing most start between 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
11:00 AM6:00 PM
How popular are live music venues in Portsmouth?
Our local hosts have welcomed 218 people into their live music venues with reviews averaging 4.87 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 93%.
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...
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...
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...
Rob H.
Emerald Velvet Studio
communicate with. Space is exactly as advertised, plenty of outlets and well supplied with lighting and backdrops. We recorded a couple of live performance music videos. There was some ambient noise but not enough to make the shoot difficult by any means...
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...
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...
Daisy K.
Fun & Funky bar/restaurant/event space
Jon was a huge help throughout the whole process and the venue was perfect for the live music / art gallery atmosphere I wanted for my single release party. Would definitely book again and recommend to anyone looking for a funky / eccentric / unique place for...
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...
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
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...
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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