Live Music Venues

Originally, the Horseshoe was a country music haven, but with time it began to cater to other musical tastes. In the '80s it was a favourite haunt for anyone who was anyone in the Toronto punk scene.ore recently, it has dropped its admission fee on Tuesdays to accommodate the 102.1 The Edge-sponsored Nu Music nights. And with a pristine sound system and 350-person capacity in the live music back room, the Horseshoe continues to draw important international acts...

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The patio at this Queen Street West institution sits directly on the busy street sidewalk where thousands pass by every day. With a single elevated wooden counter and few stools, it’s on the small side, but if you’re into checking out crowds it’s hard to find a better spot. The colorful mural that covers the bar’s brick exterior aptly represents the artsy crowd that likes to hang out there...

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Hugh's Room is a 200 seat folk music venue located in the heart of Bloor West Village. Performers include local, national and international musicians. Some shows have concert and dinner packages, but there is also a full menu...

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The Dakota Tavern has managed to pull off the old saloon look without feeling like a forced country bar. Upon venturing down the stairs, you’ll feel as if you’ve been plucked off the urban street and set down in a rural Ontario bar. And, with old barn wood, swiveling barrels for bar stools and walls of endless cottage kitsch, it’s hard to believe this place hasn’t existed for decades...

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Amazing sound and feel to this old place. The names that have played here over the years is staggering. Great small venue to see any live act.

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Great accoustics and layout. Not too big, not too small.

Nothing says summer like checking out a show at the Molson Amp. Can't let the season go by without seeing at least one big show there.

Best intimate venue in the city. wish bigger bands would play here.