Discover Hong Kong’s Best Live Music Venues

Champagne Bar

Hailed as the go-to place for champagne lovers in Hong Kong, spoil yourselves with bubbles, wine, and gourmet delicacies backed up with soulful live jazz music every Wednesday to Saturday evenings.

Champagne Bar - Lobby Level, Grand Hyatt Hong Hong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, +852 2584 7722, https://www.hongkong.grand.hyattrestaurants.com/

Dada Bar + Lounge

Visit Dada Bar + Lounge on Friday and Saturday nights for an unforgettable live band experience. The lounge's retro-chic decor transports you away from the frenetic pace of Hong Kong life into a realm of cool, vintage vibes. It's the quintessential spot for a distinctive live music adventure that stands out in the city's bustling entertainment scene.

Dada Bar + Lounge - 2F, The Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberley Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, +852 3763 8778, https://www.theluxemanor.com/

DarkSide

Figuring out where to go on date night? Darkside should always be on your list. Ranked #9 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023 list –  this cocktail lounge showcases an impressive range of rare-aged spirits, classic cocktails, and even cigars. On stage Thursday to Sunday evenings, the talented jazz musicians here will surely bring the ultimate sultry ambiance.

DarkSide - Level Two, Rosewood Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 3891 8732, https://www.rosewoodhotels.com/en/

Dragonfly

Located inside the Tai Kwun complex, Dragonfly is a beautiful cocktail lounge with an ambiance inspired by the bohemian and art nouveau movements of the 19th and 20th centuries. Catch live music performances on Friday and Saturday nights while you sip on their beautifully curated cocktails. The lively beats will surely get you off your feet!

Dragonfly - Shop 10 - G1, Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Rd, Central, +852 9359 0999, https://www.taikwun.hk/

Ella

Ella is a new space under Singular Concepts that pays tribute to two important things: the Queen of Jazz - Ella Fitzgerald and to the soulful music of New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz. Spoil yourselves with a curated selection of cocktails inspired by the classics like Roasted Boulevardier and Loui Sazerac, while listening to the beautiful tunes of jazz music. Catch live jazz performances that bring the place to life every Wednesday through Saturday, starting at 8pm. Book through this link.

Ella - 26/F, The Trilogy, H Code, 45 Pottinger Street, Central, Hong Kong,  https://www.instagram.com/ellaxoxo.hk

Foxglove

Enjoy jazz music in this stylish lounge that is behind a hidden door of an “umbrella shop” of the same name. Its menu serves fine cocktails and delicious dim sum, and even has its own speakeasy concealed inside its walls.

Foxglove - 2/F, Printing House, 6 Duddell Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2116 8949, https://www.mingfathouse.com/foxglove/

Konfusion

A neighborhood restaurant and bar that hosts live music performances every week. They also have Open Mic Tuesdays where you can get up and sing for everybody. Konfusion also has a scrumptious menu with an awesome happy hour menu.

Konfusion - Lai Yan Lau, Queen's Rd West, Sheung Wan, +852 5485 3907, https://www.instagram.com/konfusionhk/

Lau Bak Livehouse

A weekend hanging out at West Kowloon isn't complete without listening to some tunes by Lau Bak Livehouse. Live performances are every Friday to Sunday so you can definitely spend chill weekends with friends or family here. They also have a fantastic food and drinks menu that is also worth checking out.

Lau Bak Livehouse - G/F, Freespace, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, Hong Kong, +852 2868 4333, https://www.westkowloon.hk/en/livehouse

Lobster Bar & Grill

Experience live music every Thursday to Saturday nights at Lobster Bar & Grill at the Island Shangri-La. They have an impressive artisanal cocktail menu that is paired perfectly with their bar snacks. A perfect way to get the weekend started.

Lobster Bar & Grill - Level 6, Island Shangri-La, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong, +852 2820 8560, https://www.shangri-la.com/hongkong/

Lost Stars Livehouse Bar & Eatery

Check out Lost Stars to support different local bands and artists and for the amazing jazz-like decor and ambiance. It’s definitely one of the best places to eat (check out their tapas menu!) if you fancy an evening with great food and live music.

Lost Stars Livehouse Bar & Eatery - G/F, Shop 506, Phase 1, Square Mile, 11 Li Tak Street, Tai Kok Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 2337 6728, https://www.instagram.com/loststarslivehouse/

Maggie Choos

Maggie Choos offers a range of entertainment depending on the night but for live jazz and blues acts are during weekdays. Sip on their sultry, seasonal cocktails and take yourself back to the 1930s in this beautiful venue. Come the weekend, this place gets completely transformed - so bring your dancing shoes.

Maggie Choos - Shop 1 Ground Floor 1-13 Hollywood Road, CentralHong Kong, +852 6250 6000, https://www.maggiechoos.com.hk/

MOM Livehouse

Hidden in a basement of a local mall, MOM Livehouse is an edgy space, unique space for local artists. Music fans of all genres, be it alternative rock, indie pop, shoegaze, or folk, congregate at MOM for great gigs. They've also hosted international acts in previous years.

MOM Livehouse - B39, Seven Seas Shopping Centre, 117-121 Kings Road, North Point, Hong Kong, +852 2578 9077, https://www.facebook.com/momlivehouse/

Ned Kelly's The Last Stand

Another well-loved live music establishment in Hong Kong is indeed - Ned Kelly's. This classic pub has been providing live music to the city for over 50 years and has a wonderful list of musicians that have taken stage such as the Sergio Mendez Band, Jimmy Rogers, Rosemary Clooney and more. If you are looking for a night filled with the ultimate sounds of big band, jazz and blues, beautiful vocals and good vibes, this is the right place for you.

Ned Kelly’s Last Stand - 11A Ashley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 2376 0562, https://www.facebook.com/

Hong Kong Fringe Club

The Hong Kong Fringe Club holds a special place in everyone's hearts. It is more than just a modern arts and cultural space but also a place of comfort for like-minded individuals. The Fringe Dairy is where all the music happens as it frequently invites jazz ensembles, local artists and classical orchestras to play.

Hong Kong Fringe Club - 2 Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2521 7251, https://www.hkfringeclub.com/

Quality Goods Club

There's just something about music venues located in dark alleys. Catch live singers performing in every genre from classics, soft rock to acoustics on weeknights and a full live band comes on stage every Thursday. Catch the amazing DJs perform live sets until the early hours of the morning on weekends.

Quality Goods Club - Basement, On Lok House, 39-43 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 6029 1530, https://www.qualitygoodsclub.com/

Salon 10

Salon No.10 is a beloved social club - perfect for the city’s creative professionals, connoisseurs, international entrepreneurs and discerning travelers, and frequent gig/live-music goers. Their website is updated with a list of upcoming performances and is one of the coziest places to check out live music.

Salon 10 - 10 Arbuthnot Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2801 6768, https://salon10.club/

The Aftermath

The Aftermath is a perfect place for those looking for a chilled night out with a group of friends. It is not just a bar, but rather a community for artists to explore their talents. Its live music line-up involves a bunch of local bands that host rock nights, punk, jazz and blues on top of special events such as comedy night and more. The Aftermath also supplies yummy bar bites as a perfect pairing with pints of draft beers or some artisanal craft ones.

The Aftermath - Sunny Building, Lower ground floor, 57-59 Wyndham St, Central, https://www.theaftermath-hk.club/

The Iron Fairies

Who doesn't love The Iron Fairies? Yes, it sure draws a crowd, but it is worth it once you're in there. With its stunning butterfly ceiling, fairies seen in every corner, cocktails in The Mixing Room, and of course - the music! Expect to see talented, vibrant bands and musicians playing on stage giving everybody the perfect energy needed to get the party started.

The Iron Fairies - LG/F, 1-13 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 6202 0000, https://theironfairies.com/

The Wanch

The unofficial home of live music in Hong Kong since 1987, The Wanch has been a mainstay and a go-to for the music scene, even Guns N' Roses' guitarist frontman Slash visited this place back in the day!

Now reopened after a relocation AND expansion back in 2022, The Wanch now has an even larger kitchen where you now have a bigger menu to order from and is open for dine-in for lunch and dinner... on top of the cheeky pints you can order of course!

The Wanch - 1/F, Henan Building, 90 Jaffe Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 3692 5933, https://www.thewanch.hk/