20 Places to Enjoy Free Live Music in Boston for Every Day of the Week

Cue the drums. There’s no better way to spend the night than jamming out with your best friends and belting along to your favorite smash hits. Whether you’re a classical melophile or a rock-band groupie, seeing performers live and in person always beats your car radio. At some of Boston’s best spots for free live music, you can order a couple of cold beers and sing along all night with a round of talented musicians. Please note: Some establishments listed are restaurants that offer free live music. However, they do require a minimum one-drink purchase. by Kenneal Patterson and Yelena Nicolle Salvador <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/20-places-to-enjoy-free-live-music-in-boston-for-every-day-of-the-week-boston-409538">View this roundup in our app</a>. DAILY: <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-the-bebop-back-bay-boston-408320">The Bebop </a>  Where: Back Bay Info: From the owners of The Burren comes Back Bay’s Bebop, a cozy little pub with some of the best drinks, bites, and live music — seven days a week! Fridays are extra special with an incredible blues band. After the first hour, all local musicians are invited to play. Go on, give it a go! <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/the-beehive-restaurant-jazz-club-in-the-south-end-boston-1036347">The Beehive</a> Where: South End Info: The Beehive is an iconic jazz bar in the city. Every day, you can enjoy cocktails, a lavish dinner in this Bohemian-inspired restaurant, and live jazz by a rotation of talented artists. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/lou-s-harvard-square-cambridge-1028022">Lou's</a> Where: Harvard Square Info: Lou's entered the greater Boston scene just last year and has made waves for its ambiance, cocktails, and live music. As you sip on a handcrafted drink, you can discover talented musicians no matter what day you stop by. Don't forget to check out their beloved brunch &amp; tunes event too. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-mastro-s-ocean-club-seaport-boston-408001">Mastro’s Ocean Club</a> Where: Seaport Info: Looking for something fancy? Look no further. Dress up for an elegant night of fine dining — and live music every night — at Mastro’s Ocean Club. You'll get to soak up harbor views as you enjoy an elevated evening along the water. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-wally-s-cafe-jazz-club-south-end-boston-409494">Wally’s Café Jazz Club</a> Where: South End Info: You’ll feel transported back to 1910 at Wally’s Café Jazz Club, a famous little venue that’s one of the oldest family-owned and operated jazz clubs in existence. From blues to funk to Latin jazz salsa, you’ll never be bored.  <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/the-burren-live-music-somerville-1031428">The Burren</a> Where: Davis Square Info: You’ll want to start a Celtic jig on Monday nights at the Burren’s Irish Session. This cozy Cambridge pub is a local favorite, and it’s the prime spot for classic Irish music (with fiddles, of course)! They also host other artists from a variety of genres, including jazz, Americana, rock, and more, on all other days of the week too. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-mccarthy-s-and-toad-cambridge-1035847">McCarthy's &amp; Toad</a> Where: Porter Square Info: Every day at this local Irish bar is a musical party. Stop by at 7pm daily for live Irish music where fiddles and flutes fill the air. Then, head next door to Toad or stay a while longer for some live music by cover bands, jazz groups, and more. ONGOING:  Check out these hip places for live music with a rotating schedule of amazing performers.  <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=the+liberty+hotel">The Liberty Hotel</a> Where: West End When: Monday &amp; Wednesday Info: The lobby of the Liberty is already pretty snazzy, and it gets even better on Mondays when a blues band plays all night. Sometimes, there are even pop-up complimentary whiskey and bourbon tastings. Don't miss live jazz band tunes on Wednesdays too. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-remnant-satellite-cambridge-1036346">Remnant Satellite</a> Where: Cambridge When: Monday &amp; Saturday Info: Grab a brew and get cozy at Remnant Satellite. Enjoy Bluegrass &amp; BBQ Mondays for some Southern fun and live music by local bands every Saturday. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-bostonia-public-house-downtown--2-boston-1002259">Bostonia Public House</a> Where: Downtown When: Tuesday, Wednesday, &amp; Thursday Info: Enjoy live piano at Bostonia Public House, a sophisticated and classy bistro in the heart of downtown.  <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=Traditional+Irish+Music+Sessions+at+The+Druid">The Druid</a> Where: Inman Square When: Wednesday, Saturday, &amp; Sunday Info: There’s no better place to be than The Druid for their famous traditional Irish Sessions. Don’t forget to grab a pint of Guinness before it begins! <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-loretta-s-last-call-boston-406275">Loretta’s Last Call </a> Where: Fenway  When: Wednesday, Saturday, &amp; Sunday Info: Grab your cowboy boots and get ready to say yeehaw to the best night ever. Learn how to line dance with guided lessons and music from a live band on Wednesdays and enjoy a Southern-style brunch with great tunes on the weekends. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-aeronaut-brewery-somerville-somerville-407999">Aeronaut Brewery </a> Where: Somerville When: Thursday, Sunday, &amp; occasional Wednesdays Info: Aeronaut’s got some of the best brews around, so it’s a phenomenal idea to pair them with Boston’s best live music. Whether you want a chill Sunday night of bluegrass or a Thursday night jazz jam, Aeronaut’s the place to go.  <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/live-music-at-capo-boston-1036340">Capo</a> Where: South Boston When: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, &amp; Sunday Info: At Capo's Supper Club, enjoy live music like no other. Munch on pasta while listening to jazz on Thursday. Sip on a cocktail while jamming to live music on Friday and Saturday. And time-travel back to the 1940s while listening to Sinatra's classics on Sunday. <a href="https://joyraft.com/event/the-88-club-piano-bar-in-back-bay-boston-1036350">88 Club</a> Where: Back Bay When: Thursday, Friday, &amp; Saturday Info: One of Boston's newest joints is a live piano bar! Make requests, get ready to dance, and listen to some live music too. TUESDAY:  <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=Live+Music+Tuesdays+at+Telegraph+Hill">Telegraph Hill </a> Where: South Boston Info: Telegraph Hill is a Southie staple. Not only do they have great Tuesday night tunes, but you can also devour their Flatbread of the Day or a delicious cocktail. Discover a range of different musicians every week.  THURSDAY: <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=Live+Music+Thursdays+at+Ward+4">Ward 4</a> Where: Newton Info: Ward 4 is a favorite hangout for Newton locals. The restaurant and bar provide mouthwatering dishes and drinks, and even better — you can dine while listening to great tunes by a rotating line-up of local artists every Thursday. <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=Jazz+Night+%40+Long+Live+Roxbury">Long Live Roxbury</a> Where: Roxbury Info: Long Live Roxbury Boston Taproom, a hub of hop-forward brews and playful stouts, hosts jazz nights every Thursday at 6pm. It's the perfect fusion of great beer and soulful music.  SATURDAY:  <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=Live+Music+at+Thirsty+Scholar">Thirsty Scholar</a> Where: Inman Square Info: Somerville’s most classic pub, the Thirsty Scholar, invites you to drink up and dance it out. Tap your feet along to the beat of talented local musicians every Saturday night.   SUNDAY:   <a href="https://www.thebostoncalendar.com/?search=live+music+sundays">Sam Adams Brewery</a> (pictured) Where: Jamaica Plain Info: It’s famous for the best, most classic brews in the city, so why shouldn’t it also have some of the best music? Sam Adams invites you to sing along with their live performers every Sunday. End your week right! -- Photo: Sofar Sounds at Sam Adams Brewery

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