Concerts & Live Music

Ann Arbor, Michigan, has a vibrant live music and performing arts scene, with concerts happening throughout the year at intimate listening rooms, historic music venues, University of Michigan performance spaces, and other stages across the area.

Where can you hear live music in Ann Arbor? Some of the city’s best-known concert venues are longtime local favorites. The Ark is known for folk, roots, acoustic music, and singer-songwriters, while The Blind Pig hosts an eclectic lineup of local musicians, emerging performers, and touring artists. Both venues have helped shape Ann Arbor’s reputation as a destination for live music.

Experience live music across the Ann Arbor area, from University Musical Society (UMS) performances featuring artists from around the world to intimate shows at Jeff Daniel's JD's Stage Bistro in Chelsea. The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra adds to the mix with orchestral performances throughout the community.

What makes Ann Arbor a great destination for music lovers? It’s the variety. Catch an intimate acoustic set one night, discover an emerging band the next, or experience world-class music, dance, theater, and orchestral performances, all within the Ann Arbor area.

Upcoming Live Music Events