The guide to Stockholm's best spots for live music

The guide to Stockholm's best spots for live music

DJs are all well and good, but it's hard to beat the thrill of good old-fashioned, rhythmic, pulsing live music. Stockholm is bursting with places that appreciate the magic of live music, so it can be hard to keep track of them all. This guide helps you find just the right spot to suit your taste in music and atmosphere, whether you prefer intimate or larger venues. Jazz, blues, Irish folk music, rock or pop - we've gathered together all Stockholm's live music hotspots. Enjoy!

In this guide
  1. Stockholm's best spots for live music
    1. Stampen – Jazz in the Old Town
    2. Fasching – All kinds of styles
    3. Debaser & Debaser Pontonen – Major artists
    4. Kollektivet Livet Bar & Scen – Cultural centre in Slussen
    5. Geronimo's FGT – A taste of southwest USA
    6. Engelen – Live entertainment all week long
    7. S:ta Clara – Live jazz in the cellar
    8. Reimersholme Hotel – Hotel with gigs all year round
    9. Lykke Nytorget – Basement concerts
    10. Kung Carl – Jazz club in inner courtyard
    11. Bluesbaren – Feel right at home
    12. The Auld Dub – Irish atmosphere
    13. Hilma Stockholm – All under one roof
    14. Erlands – Cocktail bar with jazzy undertones
    15. Glenn Miller Café – Jazzy vibes
    16. Mornington – Unexpected music venue
    17. The Liffey – Authentic Irish vibes
    18. Artilleriet – Jazz Tuesdays
    19. Akkurat – Live Sundays
    20. Melodybox – Cultural association in Hökmossen
    21. Torpedverkstan – Live jazz on Skeppsholmen
    22. Landet – Intimate "speakeasy" surroundings
    23. Blidösunds­bolaget – To the sea
    24. Kajsas – Summer atmosphere
    25. Freddas – Summer gigs

Stockholm's best spots for live music

Stampen

Jazz in the Old Town

Stampen in the Old Town has become a popular meeting place for music fans of all ages who appreciate everything from early 20th century American folk music to traditional jazz, modern blues and soul and r&b. In short: the music they play here all has its roots in America. Drop by for a beer, cocktail or glass of wine and enjoy the lively atmosphere Stampen's become known for.

Fasching

All kinds of styles

Fasching is a concert venue, club, restaurant and bar where you can listen to music almost every night of the week, all year round. Over the years, both Swedish and foreign greats have played during thousands of concert nights, including Chet Baker, Carla Bley, Chick Corea, Branford Marsalis and Wayne Shorter - to name just a few. Today, both unknown and established musicians play here, making it Scandinavia's largest organiser of jazz events.

Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
Debaser Strand
Debaser Strand – Live music
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Major artists

Some of Sweden's best-known artists and bands have taken to the stage at Debaser Strand, as well as plenty of international artists. The combination of great atmosphere, fantastic location and up-for-it crowds make this a perennially popular venue. Come by with a gang of pals to listen to music, dance or hang out at the bars. During the summer time they extend out onto Debaser's floating terrace, Debaser Pontonen.

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Kollektivet Livet Bar & Scen

Cultural centre in Slussen

Kollektivet Livet runs the bar and stage in Stadsgårdsterminalen cultural centre. And there's plenty going on on the stage here. New talents and well-known names alike perform everything from pop to rock for Stockholmers and visitors dancing, sweating, singing, laughing and crying together. The bar is close to the stage, so you can fill up your energy and hydration levels with various refreshing drinks, and during the summer months you can move outside onto the terrace. 

Geronimo's FGT

A taste of southwest USA

If you love the USA, Mexican food, margaritas, tequila and music, Geronimo's in the Old Town is right up your street. The restaurant, which is also a nightclub and concert hall, is in the cellar of Stampen jazz bar and puts on regular live music performances, music quizzes and karaoke nights. Geronimo's motto is ”Fucking Good Times!”, which speaks for itself.

Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen
Engelen – Live music
Engelen

Engelen

Live entertainment all week long

Engelen in the heart of the Old Town is a classic English-style pub that provides entertainment for their guests seven days a week. Bands and solo artists alike perform on the stage and the gig programme is updated regularly. The pub is open both day and nighttime and and you can always drop by to quench your thirst with a drink at the bar, or have something to eat.

S:ta Clara

Live jazz in the cellar

S:ta Clara has been in Stockholm since 1953, but it's moved around to several different venues around the city since then. These days the restaurant can be found in the Old Town. Drop by if you're in the mood for a large selection of beer, classic Swedish homecooking and jazz. Live jazz or blues plays almost every evening in the cellar venue and every year S:ta Clara takes part in the Stockholm Jazz Festival.

Reimersholme Hotel

Hotel with gigs all year round

Live bands, troubadours, orchestras - experience music from every corner of the world at Reimersholm. Bop and sway to reggae, indie, rock and more, just a short walk from Hornstull. During the summer months you can enjoy the concerts outside in the garden. 

Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget
Lykke Nytorget – Live music
Lykke Nytorget

Lykke Nytorget

Basement concerts

This colourful coffee bar, restaurant, and bar has a basement that fills up with live acts every weekend, often featuring exciting up-and-coming artists. They've invested heavily in the sound system to make the experience as immersive as possible, and it's not unusual to hear music of a poppier nature blasting from the speakers.

Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl
Hotel Kung Carl – Live music
Hotel Kung Carl

Kung Carl

Jazz club in inner courtyard

Live jazz music plays every Friday and Saturday in Hotel Kung Carl's inner courtyard, just a stone's throw from Stureplan. Just drop by and enjoy the vibes with a good drink in your hand. If you and your party want to have something to eat, booking a table is recommended.

Bluesbaren

Feel right at home

Do you think there should be more blues in the world? Then Bluesbaren is the place for you. This cosy little spot in the heart of Södermalm plays blues all year round. Bring your friends, date or colleagues for something to eat, a glass of wine or just to enjoy the atmosphere. They play live music as often as they're open (with a few exceptions).

The Auld Dub

Irish atmosphere

The Irish pub The Auld Dub combines Irish pub food with beer and whiskey and at weekends live music gets the whole joint jumping. Ideal if you want to hang out with friends in fun, unpretentious surroundings.

Hilma Stockholm – Live music
Hilma Stockholm
Hilma Stockholm – Live music
Hilma Stockholm
Hilma Stockholm – Live music
Hilma Stockholm
Hilma Stockholm – Live music
Hilma Stockholm
Hilma Stockholm – Live music
Hilma Stockholm
Hilma Stockholm – Live music
Hilma Stockholm

Hilma Stockholm

All under one roof

Cocktails, top-notch bistro food, tattoo studio and live music - the list of reasons to visit Hilma is long. Part of the design hostel Generator, this restaurant and bar has striking decor inspired by abstract art. There are regular live performances from musical artists and DJs. 

Erlands

Cocktail bar with jazzy undertones

Erland is famous for good food, drinks and music. Come by to enjoy a cocktail in the company of good friends, get an evening out started or just enjoy the good things in life. On Saturday evenings you can enjoy live music in relaxed surroundings. 

Glenn Miller Café

Jazzy vibes

Glenn Miller is one of Stockholm's most important jazz venues. Live music is performed here several nights a week in an intimate setting with candlelight and framed photos of musicians on the walls. If you want to secure a seat, booking a table for dinner is recommended, but there are often standing spots at the bar.

Mornington

Unexpected music venue

Music-thirsty Stockholmers and curious hotel guests have been enjoying live music of various kinds at this Östermalm hotel for many years. If you want to join them, head to the lobby on Wednesday-Saturday evenings, where you can enjoy great music and drinks. 

The Liffey

Authentic Irish vibes

This cosy Irish pub is well known for its live music and great atmosphere. From Wednesday to Saturday there's live music on stage every evening, and you can also enjoy fun karaoke nights down in the basement. 

Restaurang Artilleriet – Live music
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Live music
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Live music
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Live music
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Live music
Restaurang Artilleriet
Restaurang Artilleriet – Live music
Restaurang Artilleriet

Artilleriet

Jazz Tuesdays

Every Tuesday - except for over the summer break - Artilleriet hosts Jazz Tuesdays. Enjoy some jazz accompanied by a kicking cocktail from Stjärtilleriet.

Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang – Live music
Akkurat Bar & Restaurang

Akkurat

Live Sundays

It's not just beer, whisky, and rustic dishes that draw people to this Södermalm restaurant: Sunday evenings here often mean a relaxed atmosphere with live music in various genres. Explore exciting craft beers, discover a favourite whisky, and enjoy the tunes.

Melodybox

Cultural association in Hökmossen

In what looks like a typical residential area in Hökmossen, you'll find the cultural association Melodybox located in old retail premises. Live bands and artists are booked here several times a month, often at reasonable prices. There's also a bar with drinks and light snacks available.

Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan
Torpedverkstan – Live music
Torpedverkstan

Torpedverkstan

Live jazz on Skeppsholmen

There's always something going on at Torpedverkstan. They put on lots of live music and if you want to ensure your visit coincides with a gig, head along to Skeppsholmen for weekend brunch. Tuck into classic brunch dishes such as French toast, eggs Benedict, avocado toast and Bloody Marys to the tones of live jazz. 

Landet

Intimate "speakeasy" surroundings

Landet restaurant, a stone's throw from Telelefonplan underground station, is a laid-back oasis for anyone who enjoys live music. The ground floor houses a restaurant and bar and upstairs there's a bar and stage. The intimate "speakeasy" section hosts cultural events and performances and the venue holds around 100 people.

Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget
Blidösunds­bolaget – Live music
Blidösunds­bolaget

Blidösunds­bolaget

To the sea

Sun, wine and water - and music. Onboard Blidösundsbolaget's musical cruises you get to experience Stockholm from a whole new perspective, while enjoying good food and live music. Cruises run from May until the end of September, with a varied programme of artists. 

Kajsas i Parken – Live music
Kajsas i Parken
Kajsas i Parken – Live music
Kajsas i Parken
Kajsas i Parken – Live music
Kajsas i Parken
Kajsas i Parken – Live music
Kajsas i Parken
Kajsas i Parken – Live music
Kajsas i Parken
Kajsas i Parken – Live music
Kajsas i Parken

Kajsas

Summer atmosphere

This popular summer café doesn't just serve food and drink, it's also a place for entertainment and socialising. On certain summer evenings you can enjoy live music performances here, keep an eye on their website for the current events programme.

Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas
Freddas – Live music
Freddas

Freddas

Summer gigs

With their location right by the coastal walk at Årstaviken, Freddas draws in guests looking for something to eat or drink after their walk. In addition to food, drink and the leafy surroundings, Freddas also offers live music. Check out their social media for upcoming gigs.

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