Dallas has an incredible music scene, which has been host to numerous musical legends, as well as stellar local acts. On any given night, you can easily find live music all over town; some nights it’s even tough to choose just one show. Following your favorite musicians or venues on social media is one way to stay up-to-date on local concerts, but using the following resources makes it easier to find the best concerts in Dallas.
Concert Listings
The Dallas Observer is the local alternative weekly paper in Dallas and a great choice when looking for the weekly concert lineup or articles covering the local music scene. Head on over to the Observer’s website to find the concert calendar, which offers a straightforward look at the upcoming shows, including venue and price. Want to get adventurous? Head to the concert listings page from The Dallas Morning News and simply search by genre, date, and neighborhood to find something to do!
D Magazine features a similar searchable list of concerts on its website and keeps its annual “Best of the Big D” list up for those looking for highly recommended artists or venues to check out. You can also find reader picks for Best Live Music Venue and Best Music Act.
Venues
Finding a concert venue where the acoustics are just right, the booking manager seems to be musically synced with you, and the vibe is spot on is easy when you know where to look. If you don’t have a favorite venue yet, consider heading to one of the musically-strong neighborhoods in Dallas.
The Deep Ellum neighborhood, for example, is rich in musical history — particularly that of jazz and blues — and is often compared to to Memphis’ iconic Beale Street. Check out its website to search for music venues in the neighborhood. With venues such as Dada, Double Wide, and Curtain Club, you’re guaranteed to find a new favorite spot!
The Greenville Avenue Entertainment District is how some refer to the combined areas of Upper Greenville and Lower Greenville. You can find many choice concerts in Dallas in this exciting neighborhood; venues such as Granada Theater, The Cavern, and Barley House are some local spots that won’t disappoint.
National Websites
Apart from searching by specific venues or checking out the many local papers and websites, turning to national websites is another way to stay in tune with the local music scene in Dallas. Thrill Call, Songkick and Vivid Seats, for example, are all great resources for finding concerts in Dallas. Not only can you use the websites to see what’s coming, but many of these sites also allow you to set alerts for your favorite artists and bands. The site then sends you a message when one of those groups has a show scheduled in Dallas, so you can get tickets right away!
Using a combination of these resources will help you stay on top of your favorite concerts in Dallas. Have fun!
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Jill Cole