Give these Tampa Bay area live music venues a listen

Taylor Swift played Raymond James to a packed house in 2023 on her “Eras Tour.” | Photo via TBAYtoday

Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of the Tampa Bay area’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget.

The concert scene is truly unmatched in our area — from Amalie Arena to the Sound, there’s a stage for any type of tune. To get to know them all, you must do three things.

Put your hands in the air, wave ‘em like you just don’t care, then lay your eyes (and ears) on our guide.

Concert halls

The Straz Center for the Performing Arts, 1010 N. Macinnes Pl., Tampa
Capacity: N/A

Located right off the Tampa Riverwalk, this Tampa mainstay boasts five theaters, a performing arts conservatory, a rehearsal hall, three on-site restaurants, a coffee shop, and banquet facilities. The Straz brings in a swath of shows every year from Broadway hits to opera classics to Disney musicals.

Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Rd., Clearwater
Capacity: 2,180

Want to see your favorite artist in a more intimate setting? This hall in Clearwater is known for bringing in big-name acts like Jackson Browne + Ringo Starr, plus comedians and tribute bands.

Outdoor settings

MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 US-301, Tampa
Capacity: 20,000

This one’s for the folks who believe live music is best enjoyed outside. Catch major shows from artists like Blink 182, Lana Del Rey, and Noah Kahan at the laid-back venue — plus some incredible TBAY sunsets. The Florida State Fairgrounds-adjacent spot also boasts tons of dining and drinking options + lawn chair rentals.

The Sound, 255 Drew St., Clearwater
Capacity: 4,000

Clearwater’s brand-new waterfront venue boasts seating room for 4,000 music lovers with more room in the park’s greenspace. A snippet of this year’s inaugural acts include Gladys Knight, the Beach Boys, Chris Young, and the Steve Miller Band.

City Guides are presented by Water Street Tampa.

Arenas, stadiums, and intimate venues

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