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  • 1. Boondocks

    Central | Bars/Pubs

    The unofficial home of the Blues Heritage Foundation, Boondocks hosts local and touring blues musicians and classic rock singer-songwriters...

    The unofficial home of the Blues Heritage Foundation, Boondocks hosts local and touring blues musicians and classic rock singer-songwriters six nights a week (Wednesday through Monday).

    3306 N. 1st Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85719, USA
    520-690–0991
  • 2. Club Congress

    Downtown

    The city's main venue for cutting-edge ...

    The city's main venue for cutting-edge bands and singer-songwriters, Club Congress has a mixed-bag crowd of alternative rockers, international travelers, young professionals, and college kids. There is live indie rock and folk/roots during the week, while Friday and Saturday nights bring more rock and dance parties.

    311 E. Congress St., Tucson, Arizona, 85701, USA
    520-622–8848
  • 3. IBT's (It's 'Bout Time)

    University

    Tucson's most popular gay bar, ...

    Tucson's most popular gay bar, IBT's has rock and disco DJs, karaoke, live music, or drag shows nightly.

    616 N. 4th Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85705, USA
    520-882–3053
  • 4. La Cocina

    Downtown

    Hear some of the best local talent play ...

    Hear some of the best local talent play folk-rock, blues, and jazz Wednesday to Saturday nights and during weekend brunch hours at this eclectic restaurant and bar in the courtyard of Old Town Artisans. Sit under the stars and order from the late-night menu until midnight on Friday and Saturday. If you feel like performing as well as listening, head indoors to the adjacent Dusty Monk, where you can belt out your favorite tunes at the piano bar.

    201 N. Court Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85701, USA
    520-622–0351
  • 5. Old Pueblo Grille

    Central | Bars/Pubs

    This Southwestern restaurant and bar has live jazz on Sunday night. ...

    This Southwestern restaurant and bar has live jazz on Sunday night.

    60 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona, 85711, USA
    520-326–6000
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  • 6. Playground

    Downtown

    Four distinct spaces at this popular bar ...

    Four distinct spaces at this popular bar offer something for everyone—everyone who likes a modern, urban vibe, that is. The spacious rooftop deck has a DJ and dancing most nights. Downstairs, the sleek, minimalist bar, with large-screen TVs and happy-hour specials, has occasional live music. Check out the intimate covered rear patio for quieter conversation, or see and be seen on the front patio along Congress Street.

    278 E. Congress St., Tucson, Arizona, 85701, USA
    520-396–3691
  • 7. Tap and Bottle

    University

    Known for its huge selection of beers—especially local craft beers—and convivial atmosphere, this popular pub sits two blocks off 4th Avenue. It's a pleasant alternative...

    Known for its huge selection of beers—especially local craft beers—and convivial atmosphere, this popular pub sits two blocks off 4th Avenue. It's a pleasant alternative to the rowdier college hangouts and dive bars nearby.

    403 N. 6th Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85705, USA
    520-344–8999
  • 8. The Maverick

    Eastside

    An excellent house band gets the crowd ...

    An excellent house band gets the crowd two-stepping Tuesday through Saturday nights at this country Western club. Dance lessons and dinner are also offered.

    6622 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85715, USA
    520-298–0430
  • 9. The Shelter

    Central

    Sip a martini or a local brew and go totally retro at the Shelter, a former bomb shelter decked out in plastic 1960s kitsch, lava...

    Sip a martini or a local brew and go totally retro at the Shelter, a former bomb shelter decked out in plastic 1960s kitsch, lava lamps, and JFK memorabilia. Watch Elvis videos and listen to the music of Burt Bacharach, as well as current alternative rock.

    4155 E. Grant Rd., Tucson, Arizona, 85712, USA
    520-326–1345
  • 10. Nimbus Brewing Company

    Southeast | Live Music
    Closed Permanently

    This craft brewery is the place for acoustic blues, folk, and bluegrass, not to mention good, cheap food and microbrews. ...

    This craft brewery is the place for acoustic blues, folk, and bluegrass, not to mention good, cheap food and microbrews.

    3850 E. 44th St., Tucson, Arizona, 85713, USA
    520-745–9175
  • 11. The Flycatcher

    University | Live Music
    Closed Permanently

    Alternative-rock regional and national bands, as well as local performers with a loyal following, are hosted at this intimate venue. ...

    Alternative-rock regional and national bands, as well as local performers with a loyal following, are hosted at this intimate venue.

    340 E. 6th St., at 4th Ave., Tucson, Arizona, 85705, USA
    520-798–1298

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