Birmingham is a city that has always had a passion and love for music. There is no shortage of great pubs and bars in the city that host live music.
The city has produced some of the UK’s biggest acts, including Black Sabbath, Duran Duran, UB40 and The Streets, that all cut their teeth playing in Birmingham.
Some bars have music on seven nights a week, but it generally really gets going at the weekend when people are heading out with their partner or to meet up with friends.
Whether you fancy getting the party going on a Friday night, prefer a traditional Saturday afternoon session or just want to dance the night away to the small hours - we have you covered with some of the very best spots to check out in Birmingham.
Let’s take a look at the city’s best music bars.
1. The Sunflower Lounge, Smallbrook Queensway
Bringing the 'glamour and grunge of New York dive bars to the centre of Birmingham' - the Sunflower Lounge has long been known as one of the city's best venues for live music. A number of big acts have played at the venue over the years, and it's often been viewed as the place to play for up-and-coming bands in the city. | Bread PR
2. Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath
A historic venue, the Hare and Hounds hosted The Beatles back in the 60s, as well as a host of big names. Although playing host to local Birmingham legends UB40’s first ever gig in 1979, it is only since 2007 that it’s really established itself as one of the most important and influential music venues in the country. The two famous upstairs venues feature live music & club nights spanning jazz, indie, funk, reggae, hip hop, soul, house, techno, drum & bass and beyond. | Google Maps
3. The Flapper, city centre
The Flapper is one of Birminghams most iconic and independent institutions. Since the early 90's The Flapper has supported the local grassroots live music. Regular live gigs, pool tables and a beer garden make The Flapper a great choice on a summer's day. | Google
4. The Rainbow, Digbeth, High Street
The Rainbow in Digbeth is another famous Birmingham venue. There is live music at the venue every weekend | google