From emerging local talents to seasoned sensations, Edmonton’s live music venues have got you covered! Check out one of these spots to enjoy some top-notch tunes.
Blue Chair Café | 9624–76 Ave. | 780-989-2861 | bluechair.ca
Swing, classical, jazz, blues, tribute bands—you can find it all and more at The Blue Chair. They host new and returning performers, with frequent local events including Opera Pub night hosted by the
Edmonton Opera, Jazz Thursday, Songwriting Circle with MacEwan University, and musicians like Garth Gilliland, Lionel Rault, and Jamie Philip. Not only is there brunch and a children’s menu, but the décor features stories of past entertainers.
Blues on Whyte | 10329–82 Ave. | 780-439-5058 | bluesonwhyte.com
With the classic feel of the blues bars of a bygone era, this well-loved bar is a haven for live bands. An entirely down-to-earth venue, anyone is welcome to swing their hips on the dance floor—or in their seats—where the only rule is to have a good time. Play some pool, enjoy a cold beer, and chat with the regulars. Be sure to swing by on a Saturday afternoon for the iconic Blues Jam, hosted by Blues master Gary Martin, where musicians riff each other’s songs.
Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse | 9351–118 Ave. | 780-471-1580 | thecarrot.ca
Part coffee shop, part art gallery, and part artistic haven, this spot is truly one-of-a-kind. It showcases the work of local artists you can browse while sipping a hot beverage or enjoying a delicious snack. Come for live music by local and national performers every Friday, or check out the Saturday open mics!
Julian’s Piano Bar | Chateau Louis | 11727 Kingsway NW | 780-452-7770
With live entertainment every Friday and Saturday, this is a classy lounge to relax in the warm
surroundings of mahogany and leather. The space features a player piano, an eight-foot-long aquarium, and an extensive selection of single-malt scotch.
Yardbird Suite | 11 Tommy Banks Way | 780-432-0428 | yardbirdsuite.com
The Edmonton jazz scene owes a great deal to this local club. Since 1957, they have given artists a creative and interactive space while also offering Edmontonians a chance to see top jazz talents up close. Part of what makes the venue so popular is the casual, hip, and intimate atmosphere it provides for musicians and audiences alike.
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