The East Village and Lower East Side are home to some of the best Indie music clubs in New York City. From rock to dance, and pop to jazz, these unique and lively creative spaces are a fun way to find something new.
First opened in the 1800's this grandaddy of the industry has seen it all, including the birth birth of Indie Sleaze and Nightlife photography
Webster Hall - The Bowery Presents
An amazing, eclectic space with an awesome Jazz fest
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Dance the night away at this dj and music venue
Heaven Can Wait - Music Venue - East Village - NYC
Taking over the old Pyramid space, where Nirvana had its NYC premiere show, Nightclub 101 curates a cutting edge creative vibe
NIGHT CLUB 101
Baker Falls is an all day, all night music cafe with a vibe that aims to bring the community together
Now Entering Baker Falls - Baker Falls - East Village Music Bar
This historic party house is run by nightlife veterans who know how to give a good time
Niagara NYC
Dance on the weekends, drink anytime, and see the best bands in the East Village
The Bowery Electric
The underground 80's, 90's, aughts dance party you've been looking for
Berlin NYC
The old school chill dive bar with a stage and dance floor in the back - a New York classic
The Parkside Lounge
Have you ever danced at a Tiki bar? Trust me, you need to dance at a Tiki bar.
Otto's Shrunken Head
Drom brings the diversity of world music to the East Village with something for everyone- from dance pop divas to jazz aficionados
Drom NYC - Your Journey Through a World of Music
A cozy space with a lot of heart, and the best taste in music.
Mercury Lounge
The big sister to the Mercury Lounge, this is one of the Lower East Side's larger venues, and it's a favorite of rock fans. The balcony bar is a great place to hang both before and after a show.
Bowery Ballroom
An inexpensive good time with great food and drinks in the heart of the Lower East Side
Pianos NYC
This place is the epitome of “It ROCKS!”
Arlene's Grocery
The New Colossus Festival, which has taken over East Village clubs once a year since 2019, curates a great playlist of local bands, so you can get a taste of what you'll find on the Lower East Side
