Live Music in LA, From Dance Floors to Orchestra Seats

4.5 (261)

Mon – Sun, 20:00 – 02:00 (+1)

2708 East Cesar E Chavez Avenue

The Paramount occupies a historic second-floor space in Boyle Heights. Close stage views keep performers and audience near one another. An expansive dance floor leaves room to move. The bar offers a broad drink selection. Onsite pizza is available downstairs between sets.

4.5 (2,085)

448 S. Main St.

The Regent Theater occupies a 1914 cinema on Main Street in Downtown. Two performance stages host rock, metal, Latin music and electronic dance parties. The intimate hall retains its sloped floor. The venue also houses a bar and an onsite pizzeria.

4.3 (1,550)

Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 02:00 (+1)

1720 E. 16th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021

1720 occupies a converted industrial warehouse in the Arts District. Its stage hosts metal bands, electronic acts and hip-hop artists. The venue's regulars consistently praise its sound system. The venue welcomes all ages. Visitors recommend using rideshares and avoiding street parking.

4.7 (11,107)

Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 18:00

111 S Grand Ave

Frank Gehry designed this home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Yasuhisa Toyota led sound engineering for the 2,265-seat auditorium. Tiered seating keeps sightlines open from nearly every angle. Alongside orchestral concerts, the hall presents chamber music, jazz, new music series and organ recitals.