Live Acoustic Music Near Livermore, California

If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.

House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are several house concerts being held in and around the Livermore area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.

Churches and non-profit community groups around Livermore host occasional coffeehouses that feature traditional folk musicians and other acoustic artists as a way of bringing the community together.

In addition, live acoustic music can be heard in several listening rooms and small theaters in and around the Livermore area. Local vineyards and restaurants and cafes in the area sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.

Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.

Upcoming Acoustic Shows

November 14
S.R. cut his teeth as a songwriter in Austin, Texas. The “live music capitol of the world”. You can find him performing all over California solo and with his band The Heartsleeves. His new release “A.M. Sessions” is available at his live shows
Las Positas Vineyards (Vineyard)
Livermore, CA
November 15
The Chapel (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 16
The Chapel (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 16
Bankhead Theater (Small Theater)
Livermore, CA
November 16
Bird and Beckett Books and Records (Music, Book and Record Stores)
San Francisco, CA
November 18
The Chapel (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 21
Cafe Du Nord (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 21
The Great American Music Hall (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 22
The Back Room (Listening Room)
Berkeley, CA
November 22
The Bistro (Neighborhood Bar)
Hayward, CA
November 22
The Great American Music Hall (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 22
The Backroom (Listening Room)
Berkeley, CA
November 28
The Chapel (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
November 29
"Prodigious players with songwriting that sets them apart," this Canadian-American duo combine emotive, soaring violin, diverse guitar styles, and unique vocal chemistry for a “match made in heaven.”
The Bistro (Neighborhood Bar)
Hayward, CA
December 3
Jenerator's unique sound is a delightful mix of Americana, blues, and jam-rock, with plenty of room for the rich combination of stellar instrumentalists to shine alongside bandleader Jen Rund's compelling, smoky vocals and deep bass grooves.
Ashkenaz (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
December 4
Amy’s songs are timeless. With lyrics about the experience of being human, her music has a way of connecting on a deeply personal level. Her sometimes soulful, sometimes pure and haunting voice is often compared to Joni Mitchell or Carole King.
Hotel Utah (Neighborhood Bar)
San Francisco, CA
December 5
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
December 7
Cafe Du Nord (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
December 7
Ivy Room (Neighborhood Bar)
Albany, CA
December 11
Come join us for a Holiday decompression / X-Mas party @ Winters Tavern in Pacifica Thurs 12/11 8-11PM! Event Page -> https://bit.ly/pacblues
Winters Tavern (Neighborhood Bar)
Pacifica, CA
December 12
Las Positas Vineyards (Vineyard)
Livermore, CA
December 12
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
December 12
Fifth Street Farms (House Concert)
Berkeley, CA
December 13
Ivy Room (Neighborhood Bar)
Albany, CA
December 18
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
December 20
Jenner is a storyteller. His music is full of love, compassion and curiosity. The characters are relatable because they’re real folks
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
December 27
The Bistro (Neighborhood Bar)
Hayward, CA
January 2
Wood Family Vineyards (Vineyard)
Livermore, CA
January 2
Rocky Michaels is a California born acoustic singer-songwriter and GRAMMY voting member. His indie, folk-style songs have gained the attention of fans & industry professionals. He was named 2020 'Male Artist of the Year' (CFAB Music Realm).
Kensington Circus Pub (Neighborhood Bar)
Kensington, CA
January 8
The Chapel (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
January 14
The Guild Theatre (Small Theater)
Menlo Park, CA
January 19
Cafe Du Nord (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
January 25
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
January 29
Almost Famous Wine (Listening Room)
Livermore, CA
February 5
The Great American Music Hall (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
February 5
Noel Paul Stookey is an American singer-songwriter, known as Paul in the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary.
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
February 6
Noel Paul Stookey is an American singer-songwriter, known as Paul in the folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary.
Freight and Salvage (Small Theater)
Berkeley, CA
February 8
Songwriter, singer, slide guitar and clawhammer banjo player based in Nashville, TN.
February 11
Pioneering their own path in the music world for over a dozen years, Jenny Don't And The Spurs are known for their high-energy Country Western style and captivating stage presence.
The Great American Music Hall (Nightclub)
San Francisco, CA
February 13
Kelly Zirbes and Perry Robertson play mostly original Acoustic Blues with heart and grit. Their last record, WHERE AND WHEN’ has been on the top 10 of Acoustic Blues on the USA's Roots Music Report for the last year and a half.
Las Positas Vineyards (Vineyard)
Livermore, CA
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Places to see live acoustic music in and around Livermore, California

House Concerts

Dala's Nest House Concerts (Menlo Park)
Fifth Street Farms (Berkeley)
Fog House Concerts (San Mateo)
The Monkey House (Berkeley)

Listening Rooms

Almost Famous Wine (Livermore)
Art Boutiki Music Hall (San Jose)
Club Fox (Redwood City)
Half Moon Bay Odd Fellows (Half Moon Bay)
Luigi's Deli Martinez (Martinez)
Music City Hotel and Hostel (San Francisco)
Old St. Hilary's Landmark (Tiburon)
The Back Room (Berkeley)
The Backroom (Berkeley)
The Lost Church (San Francisco)
The Sound Room (Oakland)
Yoshi's (Oakland)

Folk Music Coffeehouses

Devil's Mountain Coffee House (Walnut Creek)

Vineyards & Breweries

Las Positas Vineyards (Livermore)
McGrail Vineyards and Winery (Livermore)
Wood Family Vineyards (Livermore)

Cafes, Restaurants & Coffee Shops

Bazaar Cafe (San Francisco)
Chit Chat Cafe (Pacifica)
Riggers Loft Wine Company (Richmond)
The Barnyard Epicurean Wine Bar (Danville)
VinoRosso (San Francisco)

Small Theaters

Ashkenaz (Berkeley)
Bankhead Theater (Livermore)
Campbell Theater (Martinez)
Carriage House Theatre at Montalvo Arts Center (Saratoga)
Empress Theatre (Vallejo)
Firehouse Arts Center (Pleasanton)
Freight and Salvage (Berkeley)
The Guild Theatre (Menlo Park)
The Hillside Club (Berkeley)

Outdoor Music Series

The Golden Gate Bandshell (San Francisco)

Bars & Nightclubs

Apple Jacks Inn (La Honda)
Bottom Of the Hill (San Francisco)
Brick and Mortar Music Hall (San Francisco)
Hotel Utah (San Francisco)
Ivy Room (Albany)
Kensington Circus Pub (Kensington)
Lucca Bar and Grill (Benicia)
Ocean Ale House (San Francisco)
The Bistro (Hayward)
The Lucky Horseshoe (San Francisco)
The Make Out Room (San Francisco)
The Plough & Stars Irish Pub (San Francisco)
Winters Tavern (Pacifica)