Live music is the essence of summer, and luckily, it is offered on what seems like every corner of Downtown Lubbock.
From snagging a ticket at the box office to catching an incredible show on a casual night out, these DLBK businesses host outstanding live music you'll add to your "favorite" playlist.
Buddy Holly Hall
Since January 2021, Lubbock and its surrounding West Texas communities have been able to enjoy and experience Broadway shows, concerts, ballets, and more in a world-class venue. The shows Buddy Holly Hall brings to Downtown Lubbock are unforgettable!
View Upcoming Shows at Buddy Holly Hall
Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre
Moonlight Musicals provides a live outdoor musical theatre experience in Downtown Lubbock's Historic Cultural District. Most shows are cast with local artists, so they are a true testament to our West Texas community!
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Cactus Theater
For a night of quintessential West Texas entertainment, look no further than the "Cactus Theater" neon sign that lights the Downtown Lubbock Depot Entertainment District. Opened in 1938 as a movie theater, the Cactus Theater has brought featured musicians, comedians, live plays, and musicals to Downtown Lubbock for decades.
View Upcoming Shows at Cactus Theater
The Blue Light
The Blue Light is an iconic bar/music venue in Downtown Lubbock. Although most live music shows at this venue require tickets or an entry fee, typically, they cost less than $20. The Blue Light also offers free live music on Mondays as a part of its "Songwriter Night" series.
View Upcoming Shows at Blue Light
Bodine's Cocktail Parlor
This elegant cocktail parlor is a more recent establishment in the Depot District. Enjoy free live music, excellent cocktails, and a beautiful patio at Bodine's.
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The Brewery LBK
Live music and craft beer, anyone? The Brewery LBK offers live music from West Texas artists and creative brews that use local, seasonal ingredients.
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McPherson Cellars
McPherson Cellars tasting room offers wine you love and a beautiful courtyard perfect for hosting live music. McPherson hosts events that feature free live music every Thursday during the summer months.
View McPherson Cellars Patio Night Schedule
Midnight Shift Restaurant & Bar
The Midnight Shift is a much-loved addition to the scene in Downtown Lubbock. Sip on and groove to live music every weekend on the spacious patio featuring picnic tables, firepits, and yard games! Find Midnight Shift inside the beautiful Cotton Court Hotel.
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Two Docs Brewing Company
Outfitted with a massive stage on its dog-friendly patio, Two Docs is your destination for a Buddy Hoppy IPA and a fun-filled night of West Texas live music. Plus, they typically host a few delicious food truck options to enjoy as well!
First Friday Art Trail
First Friday Art Trail is a free, self-guided public art event featuring visual art, delicious food, local shopping, and live music. It is hosted on the first Friday of every month from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at 511 Ave. K, Lubbock, Texas.
Summer Showcase
The Buddy Holly Center's Summer Showcase Concert Series offers free live music at the Meadows Courtyard from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday night during the summer months. Children's activities and a cash bar are available!
High Noon Concert Series
The High Noon Concert Series at the Lubbock County Courthouse Gazebo offers outdoor performances by the best local talent, various food trucks, and cash prize drawings. The free concert series is held on Wednesdays from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in June through August.
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