Northeast Florida’s Best Live Music Venues
The Highest-Rated Music Venues from Jacksonville to the Historic Coast
Residents and tourists alike have enjoyed Northeast Florida’s unique mix of music venues for decades. Audiences love to get snacks and drinks, sit back, and support their favorite artists, whether they’re world-renowned or up-and-comers. There is a stage for every taste, so consider immersing yourself starting with these fan-favorite spots.
Colonial Oak Music Park
Located in downtown St. Augustine, Colonial Oak Music Park is a charming outdoor venue offering a variety of live shows and open mic nights. As the name suggests, it is located under a 300 year-old oak tree. Fans enjoy the relaxed ambiance, tasty food and drinks, and of course, the entertainment. Most of their events, including a portion of the Sing Out Loud Festival, offer free admission.
Location: 21 St George St, St. Augustine, FL 32084
Blue Jay Listening Room
On the topic of special, intimate venues, Blue Jay Listening Room is another gem in Northeast Florida. This venue was founded with the philosophy that music is a way to foster community-building and profound communication. Locals enjoy the variety of music, proximity to the artists, the house band, and the thrifted decor. The professionals in the house band host a Jazz Jam every Tuesday, and they open it up to audience members. Unlike the other venues on this list, Blue Jay is indoors, so patrons are welcome to enjoy it comfortably all year long.
Location: 2457 3rd St S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
St. Johns Pier
Didn’t expect to see this one on the list? Although the pier is not traditionally a music venue, it hosts free beach concerts every Wednesday from August to October. Guests are invited to treat themselves with food truck delicacies. Each day has a different theme, including blues, pop, salsa, and rock.
Location: 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach
Timoti’s Seafood Shak
Not to brag, but Timoti’s Seafood Shak is another great spot to listen to local musicians while enjoying a fresh meal and drinks. Check out our monthly Nocatee Music Showcase! It may surprise you.
Seawalk Pavilion
For music lovers who thrive in larger settings, the rest of this list is for you. Seawalk Pavilion is an outdoor amphitheater in Jacksonville Beach. It hosts a variety of movie nights, fundraising events, and festivals. Fans enjoy the family-friendly environment, food, and spaciousness.
Location: 75 1st St N, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Boasting 5,000 seats, the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, or the Amp, is one of the largest venues on this list. It has hosted widely recognized names, like ZZ Top, The Beach Boys, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Nicks, and more. More recently, the Amp has hosted Billy Strings, Kacey Musgraves, and John Legend. Even as a stage with big artists, the Amp has exceptional seating arrangements that make fans from all zones feel close to the action. Patrons also admire this venue’s well-organized parking, impeccable acoustics, and proximity to the beach (seriously, it’s a five-minute drive!).
Location: 1340C A1A S, St. Augustine, FL 32080
Daily’s Place and EverBank Stadium
Jacksonville locals and Jaguars fans will recognize Daily’s Place, an outdoor but covered amphitheater adjacent to the Everbank Stadium, which also functions as a music venue. Luke Combs, Keith Urban, Chris Stapleton, Brothers Osborne, and Sam Hunt are just some of the big country names that have appeared on these stages. Keep an eye on their websites to catch the next headliner live.
Locations: 1 Daily’s Place, Jacksonville, FL 32202
1 EverBank Stadium Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Honorable Mentions
Local music lovers with a keen eye may notice some of their favorite spots are missing. We didn’t forget Ponte Vedra Concert Hall, as it undergoes renovations, nor 1904 Music Hall, which lives on through Underbelly. Another fan-favorite is the historic Florida Theatre, which hosts a range of events from jazz to ballet, and other performing arts. These all hold such special places in the hearts of many Northeast Florida residents, and we admire their service to the area’s music scene.
Grab a Bite at Timoti’s Seafood Shak
Live music, fresh food, and drinks are a perfect combo. Enjoy all three at Timoti’s Seafood Shak in Nocatee!