Best Places to Go for Live Music in Oklahoma City

The Wormy Dog Saloon

Music: The Wormy Dog in Bricktown is a favorite for live music in Oklahoma City. You'll find local bands, both popular and up-and-coming. Recent performers include Cross Canadian Ragweed, Great Divide, Pat Green, Shooter Jennings and more.
Atmosphere: It can get pretty crowded and loud in the Wormy Dog, so don't expect a sit down with music in the background kind of a place. It is a bar after all.
Tickets: Tickets for performances at The Wormy Dog range anywhere from about $5 to $30 depending on the show and can be purchased online or by phone.
Contact:
311 East Sheridan
(405) 601-6276

Route 66 Road House

Music: Living up to its name, this popular spot features blues, jazz, rock-n-roll in a fun roadhouse environment.
Atmosphere: It's a fairly laid-back atmosphere at the Route 66 Road House. With food, pool tables, darts and an intimate stage setting, it's an enjoyable live music experience.
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased online or by phone and are typically priced around $20 or so.
Contact:
4328 NW 39th
(405) 605-4500

Bricktown Ballroom

Music: An event facility in Bricktown, this venue plays host to a number of concerts of varying styles.
Atmosphere: With a capacity of a bit over 300, the Bricktown Ballroom is very comfortable with a more than adequate sound system. There is also a dance floor.
Tickets: Usually around $15-20, tickets can be purchased by phone or online.
Contact:
103 East California
(405) 820-0951

Biting Sow

Music: Another popular Bricktown spot for live music, the Biting Sow features great blues music from Doc Blues every night of the week, right on the canal.
Atmosphere: Small and fairly dark, the Biting Sow has some of the friendliest folks around. Have some barbecue and get comfortable as you're in for a treat.
Tickets: Not necessary to purchase tickets.
Contact:
1 East California
(405) 232-2639

The Conservatory

Music: All ages are welcome at the Conservatory to catch a number of touring and local bands. You'll find some unique, under-the-radar bands and talented upstarts in rock each night of the week.
Atmosphere: You can often be pressed in tight with other concert-goers at the Conservatory, and depending on the music, there may be a couple of rowdy patrons at the fairly small venue. But generally, it's a respectful and attentive crowd.
Tickets: Shows typically run anywhere from $5-$15 or so, and tickets can be purchased at the door or by phone.
Contact:
8911 North Western
(405) 607-4805

The Blue Door

Music: You'll find a nice mix of "American roots" music from alternative country to bluegrass at The Blue Door. Owner Greg Johnson says they place an emphasis "on the song" while hosting many leading Oklahoma songwriters such as Jimmy Webb, Kevin Welch and Jimmy LaFave.
Atmosphere: A small music venue, The Blue Door is relaxed and comfortable. It's non-smoking, and visitors can bring their own ice chests.
Tickets: Advance tickets can be purchased online and are often in the $30-$40 range for major performances.
Contact:
2805 N McKinley
(405) 524-0738

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