Manhattan is alive with live music venues, from the soulful jazz clubs of Greenwich Village to the legendary rock halls of the Lower East Side. Whether you're hosting a private concert, album launch, or corporate event, you'll find spots with top-tier sound systems, lighting, and flexible layouts. Choose the high-energy vibe near Times Square or the stylish, upscale atmosphere of SoHo. Check out Tagvenue to find the best live music venue for your event today!
In Manhattan, prices of live music venues average $259 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Manhattan, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $75 | to $500 | hire fee per hour |
| From $3000 | to $10000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $75 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Whole Venue at Whiskey Cellar NYC
in East Village - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Communicative, great space, loved controlling the music...’
Upscale Bar and Showroom at Rodney’s
in Upper East Side - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Alcohol is top shelf the area is top notch as well with many place s to event during before and after events...’
CINEPLAY - The Club at CINEPLAY
in Garment District - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The space had more than enough room for my themed holiday event.’
You'll find live music venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Manhattan, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small live music venues | up to 80 guests | prices average $75 hire fee per hour |
| Medium live music venues | between 140 and 200 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
| Large live music venues | over 220 guests | prices average $7500 minimum spend per event |