Posted on 3/17/2023

The Top 5 Places to See Live Music in Destin

If you love to see live music, then you're in for a treat when you visit the Emerald Coast! With a plethora of local venues and musicians- it's easy to see why Destin has such a popular live music scene!
See below for some of the top hot spots to catch local tunes! Be sure to check them out when you're planning your next vacation if you haven't already because these artists are talented, and assure you of an unforgettable performance!


The Destin Harbor is home to some of the best local music venues in town! It's pretty much guaranteed that if you take a stroll down HarborWalk on any given weekend, you will find live music at a number of restaurants and bars! During peak season months, HarborWalk even offers free concerts on their main stage for listeners to enjoy, so this is a great place for all ages to sing, dance, and make memories!


Club LA is Destin's largest music venue and offers a huge indoor stage, dance floor, a full-service bar, and state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems. This concert venue is mostly known for rock music, but caters to music lovers in general! You can find cover bands for some of your favorite artists, reggae, rap, and more at club LA! Be sure to check out their event schedule to score tickets ahead of time before heading to Destin, especially for well-known artists!


AJ's is a favorite amongst locals and tourists alike! This Destin hot spot not only offers fresh seafood, and amazing drinks- they also host live music from both local and regional bands daily! AJ's has indoor and outdoor stages for rain or shine, making it all around the perfect place to sing along to good music and get the true Destin Harbor experience!


Baytowne is a great place to visit when you're in town, offering a variety of entertainment options including live music! This is a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere, where you can dance, sing, or just sit back and enjoy live music from the lawn!


The Boathouse is one of Destins best and oldest-kept secrets for good food and even better music! Located on the Destin Harbor, Boathouse will get you in vacation mode singing along to all of your favorite songs by local live artists, with oysters in hand! It's easy to see why this has been a Destin staple for over 30 years now!

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