Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of San Antonio’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget.
The concert scene is truly unmatched in our area — from the Paper Tiger to the Alamodome, there’s a stage for any type of tune. To get to know them all, you must do three things.
Put your hands in the air, wave ‘em like you just don’t care, then lay your eyes (and ears) on our guide.
Arenas/Stadiums
Frost Bank Center | 1 Frost Bank Center Dr.
Capacity: 19,000
Built in 2002, the Frost Bank Center has been the home of the San Antonio Spurs, as well as numerous events + famous performances such as Garth Brooks, Harry Styles, and Lady Gaga.
Alamodome | 100 Montana St.
Capacity: 73,086
San Antonio’s football stadium has seen the Spurs’ NBA Championship win in 1999 and is the current home of the San Antonio Brahmas and the UTSA Roadrunners football team. To this day, the Dome hosts a variety of events. Ask any San Antonian who went to an NISD school — they most likely graduated there.
Tech Port Center and Arena | 3331 General Hudnell Dr. Acc Rd.
Capacity: 3,100
One of the newest venues to hit the local stage, this arena opened in 2022 with the Smashing Pumpkins to celebrate.
Concert halls
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts | 100 Auditorium Cir.
Capacity: 1,738
The Tobin Center is home to orchestra and theater performances, but also has two other music venues inside — there’s the Carlos Alvarez Studio Theater and the Will Naylor Smith River Walk Plaza (perfect for outdoor movies and concerts.)
The Espee | 1174 E. Commerce St.
Capacity: 3,175
Both an indoor + outdoor venue, the Espee offers stunning views of the Alamodome and the Tower of the Americas. The space was once a train station but is now a hub of entertainment and can even be rented for your special occasion.
Scottish Rite Auditorium | 308 Ave. E.
Capacity: 2,500
Catch classic musical performances by the San Antonio Philharmonic in this historic structure.
Aztec Theatre | 104 N. Saint Mary’s St.
Capacity: 1,500
From concerts, to themed music parties, to comedy shows, this downtown venue has seen it all. The theater is one of the oldest venues on this list and has been open since 1926.
Stable Hall | 307 Pearl Pkwy.
Capacity: 1,000
The Pearl has it all. In this restored historic structure you can find events like author tours, disco dance parties, headlining shows, and even Lotería games on select days.
Outdoor settings
Civic Park | 210 S. Alamo St.
Capacity: 15,000
With Phase II nearly complete, this expansive park has it all — bistro tables, lush green grass, water features, and a big plot of land designated for live music events like La Semana Alegre.
Amphitheater at the Pearl | 303 Pearl Pkwy
Capacity: 1,000
This hidden and intimate spot is a great place to beat the heat with lots of tree cover. On occasion you’ll find a musician strumming along or a proposal (or three).
Texas Public Radio | 321 W. Commerce St.
Capacity: Unknown
Keep an eye out for the return of its Summer Night City concert series where visitors can listen to local artists for free during the week as well as shop a vendor market.
Sunken Garden Theater | 3875 N. Saint Mary’s St.
Capacity: 4,800
Programming at this outdoor theater include jazz concerts, Shakespearean dramas, and comedy shows. The venue also hosts the Taste of New Orleans during Fiesta and the Margarita Pour-off each year.
Floore’s Country Store | 14492 Old Bandera Road
Capacity: 2,000
Located in the heart of Old Town Helotes, this neighborhood music venue is a rain or shine type of performance. Floore’s offers a full service bar for all of your drinking needs.
Intimate spaces
Jazz, TX | 312 Pearl Pkwy Building 6, Suite 6001
Capacity: 100
Located at the Historic Pearl, this underground jazz club (literally) offers nightly performances + shows, as well as drinks and small bites to eat.
The Rock Box | 1223 E. Houston St.
Capacity: 1,000
Located in Dignowity Hill, this live music venue and bar often has live music going on, but make sure to check the age limit — it varies per show.
Paper Tiger | 2410 N. Saint Mary’s St.
Capacity: 1,000
Hosting all kinds of musical events from indie, punk, noise, hardcore, hip-hop, electronic to country, this venue is local gem and a great place to bring friends to enjoy a show. The Paper Tiger offers a main stage and a smaller stage for intimate events.
LUNA | 6740 San Pedro Ave.
Capacity: 100
LUNA is an 18+ venue with retro pastel styling and offers both indoor + outdoor seating. Be sure to catch the musician-owned food truck, Blues Pit on Thursday-Saturday nights.
Tandem San Antonio| 310 Riverside Dr,
Capacity: 50
Coffee, beer, wine, and live music by a local artist on Tuesdays? Say less.
Restaurants/Bars/Cafes
Fitzgerald’s Bar | 437 McCarty Rd. #101
Capacity: 220
This isn’t your average live music venue. The space often hosts an open mic night allowing you to either perform solo, with a band, or a combination. Join the venue’s open mic night every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
The Lonesome Rose | 2114 N. Saint Mary’s St.
Capacity: 300
This neighborhood honky tonk is serving up refreshing margaritas and a host of musical entertainment. Featuring a vintage neon jukebox, the establishment opened in 2018 along the Saint Mary’s Strip.
The Newstand | 1900 Broadway Ste. 106
Capacity: 50
Its Sunrise Saturdays series combines the best of house music and bean-slinging espresso drinks, making it a magical start to your day.
The Starlighter | 1910 Fredericksburg Rd.
Capacity: 100
Since 2021, the Starlighter is your one stop shop for touring bands, drag shows, and local artists. The venue also hosts a variety of vendor markets throughout the year.
Zen Haus SA | 119 Heiman St. #200
Capacity: Unknown
Be sure to stop by for its Toasted Sundays series where it offers live record spinning while you sip a fresh matcha latte.
