Detroit Music Venues for Every Genre

Story by Katherine Stozicki

Examine all Detroit has to offer in music! There are so many popular, unique, and underground music venues in the metro area for residents and visitors alike to enjoy a great show. If you love music, and you love the Detroit music scene, this is the list for you!

Popular Detroit Music Venues

The Fox Theatre
The Fox Theatre can be found in Downtown Detroit. This music venue has beautiful architecture and is a wonderful place to catch a show. If you’re lucky enough to catch a concert at this venue, you won’t be disappointed!

Little Caesars Arena
LCA is a relatively new addition to Detroit’s popular concert venues. When visiting LCA, you will be treated to a full night out with a market located withing the venue and several food options including tacos, sandwiches, and more! Whether you’re looking to catch a performance from one of the greats, or simply looking to explore new music, you can be sure to find it at LCA.

Meadow Brook Amphitheatre
Found at Oakland University is Meadow Brook Amphitheatre. Kick back on the lawn with your friends, or get up close to the stage, while listening to your favorite bands! Meadowbrook Theatre offers a wonderful lineup each concert season, so you’ll be sure to find an artist who you love.

Pine Knob Music Theatre
Pine Knob is another one of Michigan’s wonderful amphitheaters. Located right next to its sister ski resort, enjoy a comfortable atmosphere while listening to one of the many artists Pine Knob has lined up for its concert season. This is the perfect place to checkout for your summer concert season!

Royal Oak Music Theatre
Catch shows year-round at the Royal Oak Music Theatre! Located in Royal Oak, enjoy dinner, drinks, and exploring the city prior to seeing your favorite band play live. This music venue features both a General Admission floor and seating. This is a great place to check out for music, comedy acts, and other forms of live entertainment if you’re looking for a fun evening out!

Orchestra Hall
Want to enjoy a beautiful, classical performance? Check out Orchestra Hall in Detroit! Featuring the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, you’ll be amazed by their wonderful performances. Orchestra Halls offers a plethora of performances throughout the year included specialized performances and guest conductors, so be sure to check out their websites to stay up to date.

Also be sure to check out The Cube at the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. The Cube is DSO’s black box performance space found withing the Max M and Marjorie S Fisher Music Center. Here, you can see a variety of music including jazz, rock, hip hop, funk, salsa, and more!

Saint Andrews
You can catch a variety of acts at Saint Andrews Hall in Detroit. From smaller bands to international tours, Saint Andrew Hall has it all. This is the perfect place to catch a new band, listen to music, and hang out with friends. Additionally, you can catch underground shows at the Shelter, which is found the basement of Saint Andrews Hall.

The Majestic Theatre
Located in Midtown, you can dance the night away at the Majestic! The Majestic Theatre welcomes a wide variety of bands, so you’ll be sure to find one that you love. This is the perfect place to discover new music or listen to your favorite artist. Inside the Majestic you can also find the Magic Stick which contains a dance floor, bar, and pool tables—perfect for a night out!

Detroit Area Concert Venues

Unique and Underground Music Venues

Cliff Bell’s
Catch jazz music from both Detroit artists and internationally renowned Jazz players. Enjoy dinner, drinks, and great music. This is the perfect place to check out for date night, or if you’re just looking to relax to some wonderful music.

Baker’s Keyboard Lounge
Baker’s Keyboard Lounge is one of the oldest jazz clubs in the world. Filled with rich history, vintage décor, great music, drinks, and good food, there is no better place to spend and evening. Let yourself be absorbed into the deep history and culture of Baker’s Keyboard Lounge and have a great night with you date, or with friends.

El Club
If indie music is more your thing, then you need to check out El Club. El Club features up and coming indie bands and welcomes all ages to shows. This is great if you’re looking for a music-filled family outing or a night out with friends. Here, you can discover new music form local bands to touring acts!

The Roxy
The Roxy has just recently opened in Rochester and is the city’s first music venue in downtown. The Roxy offers a wide range of shows from local artists to touring bands. Complete with a bar, dancing late into the night, and much more, you’re sure to have a blast at this new, local venue!

The Magic Bag
In Ferndale lies the Magic Bag—one of metro Detroit’s primer nightlife venues. Here, you can catch a variety of performances including touring bands, tribute bands, 80s dance parties, and much more. If you’re looking for a fun and unique place to visit on your night out, look no further than the Magic Bag!

Harpos Concert Theatre
If you love industrial rock and metal, this is the perfect venue for you! Harpos Concert Theatre consistently offers high quality metal and industrial rock performances, perfect for night rocking out with friends. Here, you can discover new music, and have a great time.

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Author

Katherine Stozicki
Katie Stozicki is a writer located in Detroit, Michigan. Currently a junior at Wayne State University studying English, Katie has been involved with publications and storytelling for several years. Starting as communications director for the Rochester-Avon Historical society as a sophomore in high school, Katie has since worked for several different organizations as a writer, marketing specialist, and communications specialist.