If you’re making plans to visit Napa Valley make sure to check out the area’s great live music scene. From intimate acoustic sets to local bands and high-energy concerts by nationally known artists, the music venues in Napa deliver unforgettable experiences year-round.
There are plenty of weekend live music options or a great assortment on weekdays when you need to wind down after a hard day’s work or long-distance traveling. Whether you live in the area, or are here for a weekend getaway, midweek escape, or extended stay, you’ll find live music downtown and nearby that fits every mood — jazz, rock, country, bluegrass, pop, and everything in between. All within easy walking distance of tasting rooms, hotels, and restaurants.
Intimate Live Music & Wine-Forward Venues
Many of Downtown Napa’s live music experiences are designed to complement the wine-country lifestyle, pairing great sound with relaxed, welcoming spaces.
JaM Cellars is a cornerstone of the downtown music scene. After all, they aren’t “jam” for nothing. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and signature wines, JaM Cellars Wine & Music Studio located on First Street in Downtown Napa hosts regular live performances as part of its popular JaMSessions series, showcasing local and regional artists in an intimate, energetic setting. Guests can enjoy Napa Valley wines while listening to live music in a relaxed atmosphere.
Levendi Winery hosts its weekly Live Music Friday at its location. Tate a variety of vino from the Levendi vineyards while enjoying live music by some of the top regional artists in a relaxed, social setting. Best of all, there’s no cover charge. It’s an ideal place to wind down, enjoy a glass, and experience Napa Valley’s creative energy without the formality of a traditional concert hall.
Andaz Hotel isn’t just a great boutique hotel to stay in Napa, it’s also houses vibrate music venue. Every Friday and Saturday, from 7-11pm its Mercantile Social Lobby Lounge hosts the Andaz Artists Series. Guests can enjoy talented musicians playing a collection of covers and their own music, while sipping wine or cocktails in cozy, refined setting.
Part record store, part event space, Folklore Napa offers an immersive music experience. You can enjoy new and pre-loved vinyl from Ambient to Zydeco. Housed in a lovingly restored building from 1910, they invite you to come on in to sip, shop and nosh.
Similarly, Tonewood & Courage is a destination music store and gathering space focused on acoustic instruments with live music performances.
In the evenings Tonewood & Courage will transition into an acoustic music showcase for noted local and touring national singer-songwriters. Community evenings will include strum-along sessions and bluegrass jams with group instruction. A list of Napa-focused beverage selections will add to the relaxing musical environment. Tonewood & Courage provides an inviting and inclusive place for all to discover the musician within.
Outdoor & Social Music Venues
For those who enjoy live music in open-air environments, Napa offers venues where food, wine, and community energy are on offer as much as the music itself.
The Yard by Feast it Forward is one of the area’s most distinctive outdoor music venues. With a festival-inspired vibe, The Yard features a live music stage, rotating chef-driven food offerings, and creative cocktail bars built from repurposed shipping containers. Live performances are a regular part of the experience, along with community-focused programming that blends music, wine, food, and culture in a lively open-air setting.
Napa Yard is a place that does everything in a big way. The outdoor areas are huge, the list of beers on tap — as well as wine and cocktails — is practically endless and there’s a variety of food choices. Napa Yard hosts a number of popular local music acts, ranging across genres like bluegrass, country, and acoustic rock, making it a great spot for casual nights out with friends or family.
The Garden by Tannery Bend Beerworks is both an indoor and outdoor beer garden space. Along with regular live music, goers can enjoy a full-service restaurant with 20 beers on tap and an extensive cocktail list.
Concert-Style Napa Music Venues
Visitors looking for a more traditional concert experience will find several standout Napa concert venues right in Downtown Napa.
JaM Ballroom plays host to the JaM Cellars Presents series, at the Margrit Mondavi Theatre insde the historic Napa Valley Opera House. This dedicated large performance space hosts both local and national acts, along with special music-focused events. Together with the Wine & Music Studio (mentioned above), JaM Cellars provides a full spectrum of live music experiences under one Napa-based brand.
The Uptown Theatre in Napa’s So-Fi district is a beautifully restored Art Deco venue that hosts live music (and comedy acts) across genres like blues, rock, jazz, folk, and country. Every seat offers a great view — the last row is just 98 feet from the stage — and acoustics are excellent.
Casual Nightlife with Live Music
For visitors who want live music alongside food, drinks, and a lively atmosphere, there plenty of options on tap in Downtown Napa. has several standout spots include The Fink, offering everything from jazz standards and Hawaiian slack key guitar to western swing, rock ‘n roll and the sizzling sounds of Cuba on its intimate stage.
While Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar atop the Archer Hotel combines scenic views with social drinks and weekend performances. We recommend calling in advance to see when musical acts are scheduled.
Seasonal & Special Performance Venues
The Veterans Memorial Park Amphitheater is home to the free outdoor concert series Napa City Nights, a summer tradition where everyone can enjoy music alongside picnics and community gatherings.
The signature Blue Note Summer Sessions also remains an important part of the local music tradition, showcasing a variety of live performances in 30+ seasonal, outdoor, or alternative downtown spaces throughout the city. For a truly unique venue experience, book one of the rooms at the Meritage Resort and Spa overlooking the Village Lawn where this jazz festival takes place.
Experience Live Music in Napa
With its walkable layout, diverse venues, and constant rotation of talented performers, Napa has earned its reputation as a top destination for live music.
Here you’ll find music venues to love and enjoy and return to again and again. Be sure to check out the upcoming events calendar for the latest live music acts.
