People say there's nothing to do in Wichita. Those people have never been to a Tuesday night blues jam or a packed Saturday show at the Cotillion.
Wichita has a seriously deep live music scene. It just doesn't live in one place. So we rounded up the venues that book live music regularly, grouped by vibe, with a link to each venue's own calendar or page so you get the most up-to-date lineup straight from the source.
Lineups change fast, so always check the venue's link before you head out.
Big stages & concert venues
Touring acts, ticketed shows and the big nights out.
- The Cotillion: The classic Wichita ballroom for touring rock, country and tribute shows. Facebook · Instagram
- Orpheum Theatre: Historic, restored downtown theatre hosting concerts, comedy and more. Downtown (200 N Broadway). Facebook · Instagram
- Century II: The blue dome downtown, home to big concerts and touring productions. Downtown (225 W Douglas). Facebook · Instagram
- Heartland Credit Union Arena: The Park City arena (formerly Hartman Arena/Park City arena) with concerts and events. Park City. Facebook · Instagram
- Kansas Star Casino: Arena headliners plus casino entertainment. Mulvane.
- WAVE: Indoor/outdoor venue for touring and local shows. Old Town.
Rock clubs & late-night stages
- John Barleycorn's: Pub with a regular lineup of ticketed shows. Facebook · Instagram
- Brickyard: Old Town patio and stage with live music. Old Town. Facebook · Instagram
- Ninth Floor: Club with a full events calendar. Facebook · Instagram
- Kirby's Beer Store: Tiny, legendary dive near WSU for local and touring bands. Facebook · Instagram
- The Red Shed Music Venue: Live music venue; shows posted on Facebook.
- The JukeBox: Shows posted on Facebook.
- The Furnace: Shows posted on Facebook.
- Tribal Roots Warehouse: Warehouse events; shows posted on Facebook.
- Wichita Union Stockyards: Event space; shows posted on Facebook.
Country & dance halls
- Gilley's: Country bar and dance hall with live bands. Park City.
- Sheets Creek Saloon: Saloon with live music. Facebook
Jazz, blues & listening rooms
- Walker's Jazz Lounge: Intimate jazz room at Somewhere Works. Facebook · Instagram
- Mort's Martini & Cigar Bar: Old Town martini bar with frequent live music (lineups mostly on social). Facebook · Instagram
- Dockum: Downtown speakeasy with live music nights; check Facebook/Instagram for lineups. Instagram
- Artichoke Sandwichbar: Sandwich shop and a longtime home for blues and roots music (Midtown + East locations).
- Shamrock Lounge: Blues bar; shows posted on Facebook.
- Jerry's Bar & Grill: Blues and local bands; shows posted on Facebook.
- Rusty Nail: Bar with regular live music.
Breweries, patios & neighborhood bars
- Wichita Brewing Co.: Brewery stage with regular live music. Delano. Facebook · Instagram
- The Monarch: Delano bar with a live music lineup. Delano. Facebook · Instagram
- Hopping Gnome Brewing: Brewery events including live music. 1719 E Victor. Facebook · Instagram
- Central Standard Brewing: Brewery with occasional live music. Facebook · Instagram
- Candle Club: Neighborhood bar with a busy calendar of live music. 6135 E 13th St N. Facebook
- Pumphouse: Old Town bar with live music. Facebook · Instagram
- O'Larney's Pub & Rooftop: Irish pub with a rooftop and live music.
- Halagains: Bar with live music. Facebook
- Douglas Social: Bar with live music; check Instagram.
- Greater Grounds Coffee: Coffee shop with occasional live music.
How to find shows
- Go to the source. The links above go straight to each venue's own calendar or social page. That's where lineups get posted first.
- Follow venues on Facebook and Instagram. Many smaller bars (especially blues and dive bars) only post shows there.
- Follow the bands. Local artists post their own upcoming gigs, often before the venue does.
- Blues fans: the Wichita Blues Society calendar tracks blues shows around town.
- Public radio: KMUW's community calendar lists arts and music events.
- Wichita Life events: check our events calendar and newsletter for the week's picks.
Live music in Wichita FAQ
Where can I see live music in Wichita tonight?
Check the calendars of the venues above. Each link goes straight to the venue's own site or social page, which is where the current lineups are posted. You can also see what's coming up at events.wichitalifeict.com.
What are the biggest concert venues in Wichita?
The biggest stages are listed in the "Big stages & concert venues" section above, from arenas to historic theaters.
Where can I hear jazz or blues in Wichita?
See the "Jazz, blues & listening rooms" section above for the spots that book jazz, blues and acoustic acts.
Are there free live music spots in Wichita?
Many of the breweries, patios and neighborhood bars above host free shows with no cover. Check each venue's calendar to confirm before you go.
Is your venue missing? Let us know and we'll add it.