Canal Houses, Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam Live Music

Mulligans Irish Music Bar

An Irish music bar set along the banks of the Amstel river, Mulligans is haven for musicians, songwriters, occasional bathroom singers and hundreds of visitors and tourists. ...more »

  • Location: Rembrandtplein
  • Type: Live Music
  • Tel: +31 20 6221330

Melkweg

The Melkweg located at Leidseplein in Amsterdam is one of the most popular nightlife venues and although recognized as one of the best places to boogie in the city, it's actually a cultural centre ...more »

  • Location: Leidseplein
  • Type: Night Clubs
  • Tel: +31 20 5318181

Paradiso

Paradiso is a mixture of live music venue, night club and cultural centre located in an old church building a short walk from Leidseplein ...more »

  • Location: Leidseplein
  • Type: Live Music
  • Tel: +31 20 6264521

Bimhuis

The Bimhuis provides a perspective on Dutch and international music in over 300 concerts annually, in which a variety of jazz and improvised music can be enjoyed. ...more »

  • Location: The Waterfront
  • Type: Live Music
  • Tel: +31 20 7882188

Maloe Melo

At Maloe Melo you can listen to the Blues all night, every night at this small fun and underrated live music venue located to the south of the Jordaan in Amsterdam. ...more »

  • Location: Jordaan
  • Type: Live Music
  • Tel: +31 20 4204592

Bourbon Street

Bourbon Street is a famous blues and live music bar located near to Leidseplein in Amsterdam and is an intimate and cosy place. ...more »

  • Location: Leidseplein
  • Type: Live Music
  • Tel: +31 20 6233440

Last Waterhole

Located right next to Leidseplein, The Last Waterhole is fun yet still alternative live music bar featuring cover bands playing the best rock music from old to new. ...more »

  • Location: Leidseplein
  • Type: Live Music
  • Tel: +31 20 6208904

Our Local Experts say:

The acoustic feel of live music can never be replaced by the music in a discotheque.  Dance the night away at popular locations like Rembrantsplein, Leidseplein and even the Red Light District that has many bars and pubs with live music. 

Amsterdam is considered to be a hotspot for live music, with live music bars to suit every kind of music aficionado. From Jazz cafes to Blues bars to concert halls, you can experience the musical side of Amsterdam’s nightlife whichever way you want. Just be kind to appreciate the music you hear and you’ll be welcomed gladly.

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