Live music in Florence, AL

There are 103 live music events coming up in Florence, AL, including Shrek KIDS!, Thanksgiving In The Park, and Celebrate the birthday of W.C. Handy.

Friday Today

November 13
  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Babies Love the LibraryFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library · 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    A music-and-movement session with songs, fingerplays, poetry and book exploration for infants up to 24 months.
  • 5:00 PM Sheffield Senior Center live dance bandSheffield Senior Center · 303 2nd street, Sheffield, AL
    The senior center hosts a live dance band Fridays at 5pm, plus daily games, meals, outings, and transportation for local seniors. Meals are free with an optional $1 donation.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Kellen Drinkard, bassoon – Senior RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Senior bassoon recital by Kellen Drinkard presented by the UNA Department of Music.
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Live music at the Rattlesnake Saloon.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM The Little Ryman — live music and open micThe Little Ryman · 18210 Hwy. 72 W., Tuscumbia, AL
    Gospel, bluegrass, country, oldies and an open mic every Friday evening. No dancing or alcohol; free admission.
  • 6:30 PM JiminemFloBama Music Hall · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    A live band on the Court Street music-hall stage early, then late-night karaoke from 10 until close.
  • Headliner 7:00 PM Shrek KIDS!The Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Young performers bring the swamp-to-castle musical to the Ritz Theatre in Sheffield.
  • 7:00 PM "Comic Invasion!" LIVE! Jeff Batts & Friends at Singin' River Brewing in Florence!Singin' River Brewing Company · 526 E College St, Florence, AL
    Drinks event at Singin' River Brewing Company. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM Back Alley String BandChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Bryson Bishop & Chandler BrewerSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 10:00 PM Karaoke and Dance Music with DJ ScooterFloBama Music Hall
    Karaoke and dance music with DJ Scooter.
  • Friday Late-Night Karaoke at FloBama! 🎤FloBama Downtown · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Music at FloBama Downtown. Check the venue for details.
  • Live musicRay's at the Bank
    Friday nights feature live music. For reservations call 256-275-7716.

Saturday

November 14
  • 2:00 PM Shrek KIDS!The Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Matinee of the kids' Shrek musical at the Ritz Theatre in Sheffield.
  • 6:00 PM MayhemRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Live music at the Rattlesnake Saloon.
  • 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM 🎶 Southern Breeze Dinner Show at FloBama! 🎶FloBama Music Hall · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Southern Breeze performs at FloBama on Saturday evening.
  • 6:30 PM Jeff Wright at Flobama
    The artist will be back at Flobama and will have shirts available for sale. The announcement invites attendees to stop by.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli HannonSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 10:00 PM Dixie MafiaFloBama Music Hall
    Country-rock band with Chad Bradford performs late-night at FloBama Music Hall.

Sunday

November 15
  • Headliner 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Thanksgiving In The ParkWilson Park, Downtown Florence
    An afternoon in the park with food, music and family-friendly activities. Free and open to the community.
  • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Clarinet Ensemble and Studio RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    A clarinet ensemble and studio recital presented by the UNA Department of Music.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live music with Trey NicholsThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Brett CarlisleSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.

Monday

November 16
  • Headliner 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Celebrate the birthday of W.C. Handythe museum
    Birthday celebration for the Father of the Blues with a musical performance, refreshments, and free museum admission.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Ellis Tyree, saxophone – Senior RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Saxophone senior recital presented by the University of North Alabama Department of Music.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Trey NicholsSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.
  • Clare Dunn at FloBama DowntownFloBama Downtown
    Catch her at FloBama Downtown on 11/16.

Tuesday

November 17
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Kristen ShoresSwampers Bar & Grille
    Music at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Will & JanetSwampers Bar & Grille
    Music at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM Fifth Annual Muscle Shoals to Main StreetFranklin Theatre
    The Muscle Shoals Allstars, featuring Gary Nichols and Angela Hacker, perform in this annual Franklin Theatre concert.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM The Slaw DogsFloBama Music Hall
    Music at FloBama Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Muscle Shoals Allstar BandMuscle Shoals to Main Street
    Music at Muscle Shoals to Main Street. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Preston WattsSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Wednesday

November 18
  • Headliner 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM SSO Solo Artist Finals – Shoals Symphony OrchestraUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    Solo artist finals presented by the UNA Department of Music.
  • Headliner 7:00 PM CST Randy FestThe 58 - Eastside Bowl
    Performances by Jason Michael Carroll, Allie Colleen, and Lucie Tiger beginning at 7 PM CST.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Karaoke Night at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Midweek karaoke with pizza, pasta and craft cocktails.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Live Music at Champy'sChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at SwampersSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Guest Artist Recital: Dr. Ryan Gardner, trumpetUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    The UNA Department of Music presents a guest trumpet recital by Dr. Ryan Gardner that is autism-friendly and neurodiversity-inclusive.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Christian TurnerSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.
  • Music Trivia & KaraokeThe Rising Crust
    An evening of music trivia followed by karaoke for music fans.

Thursday

November 19
  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Terrific 2'sFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library · 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    A short program of music, poems, stories and crafts designed for two-year-olds with a caregiver.
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Justin Holder & FriendsSwampers Bar & Grille
    An evening performance of live music.
  • 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Christopher Plaza, voice – Junior RecitalUniversity of North Alabama · 1 Harrison Plaza, Florence, AL
    A junior voice recital presented by the University of North Alabama Department of Music.
  • 6:00 PM Karaoke at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Sing under the rock overhang at the Shoals' famous cave saloon on Seven Springs Lodge land. Burgers and cold beer; open Thursday–Saturday through November.
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Music Bingo and KaraokeThe Fizz in the Clarion Inn · 4900 Hatch Blvd., Sheffield, AL
    Evening music bingo and karaoke every Thursday at The Fizz.
  • 6:00 PM Karaoke w/ ColeRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Sing under the rock overhang at the Shoals' famous cave saloon on Seven Springs Lodge land. Burgers and cold beer; open Thursday–Saturday through November.
  • 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Three Wheel DriveFloBama Music Hall
    Music at FloBama Music Hall. Check the venue for details.
  • Headliner 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM A Birthday Evening with Penn & OldhamThe Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Muscle Shoals songwriting legends Dan Penn and Spooner Oldham play their classics at the Ritz Theatre.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Barry BillingsSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.
  • Live performances by local artistsSwampers Bar & Grille
    Evening live performances by local artists at Swampers Bar & Grille. Nightly music in a venue with Muscle Shoals recording history.
  • Dawson ThigpenThe Rising Crust
    Solo acoustic performance from singer-songwriter Dawson Thigpen. Expect an intimate, small-venue set.
  • TENTH AVENUE NORTHNorton Auditorium
    Tenth Avenue North brings the Broken People Fall Tour 2026 to Norton Auditorium on November 19. Tickets are on sale now.
  • Dan Penn and Spooner Oldham at the Ritz TheatreRitz Theatre
    Hear Dan Penn and Spooner Oldham live at the Ritz Theatre on November 19. The event is sponsored by Visit The Shoals.

Friday

November 20
  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Babies Love the LibraryFlorence-Lauderdale Public Library · 350 N Wood Ave, Florence, AL
    A lap-sit program for infants and caregivers featuring music, motion, poetry, finger plays, and book exploration.
  • 5:00 PM Sheffield Senior Center live dance bandSheffield Senior Center · 303 2nd street, Sheffield, AL
    A live dance band performs Friday evenings beginning at 5pm at the Sheffield Senior Center.
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Country and Muscle Shoals rock on the outdoor stage of a saloon built into a cave. Get there early on Saturdays; it fills up. Season ends in November.
  • 6:30 PM – close Live Music at FloBamaFloBama Music Hall · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    A live band on the Court Street music-hall stage early, then late-night karaoke from 10 until close.
  • 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM KGB For Dinner at FloBama311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    High-energy KGB Band show with a dynamic stage presence that encourages dancing and sing-alongs.
  • 7:00 PM Great Christmas Cookie Bake Off!Shoals Community Theatre · 123 N Seminary St, Florence, AL
    Festive, family-friendly musical full of Christmas cheer, competition and plenty of cookies.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Live Music at Champy'sChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • 8:00 PM The Dirty Rain Revelers (BAND!) + Blair Hill - Live at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Music at Lava Room. Check the venue for details.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Laura LaneSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 8:00 PM Swamper's - Florence, AL - Martin LaneSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • Live performances by local artistsSwampers Bar & Grille
    Live performances by local artists every evening at Swampers Bar & Grille.

Saturday

November 21
  • 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at Rattlesnake SaloonRattlesnake Saloon · 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL
    Country and Muscle Shoals rock on the outdoor stage of a saloon built into a cave. Get there early on Saturdays; it fills up. Season ends in November.
  • 6:30 PM Shoal Nuff Band LIVE at FloBama!FloBama Downtown · 311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Music at FloBama Downtown. Check the venue for details.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Matt PraterSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    Late weekend sets at Swampers, the hotel bar named for the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Local players, no cover.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Band VictoriaThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 8:00 PM Shoals After Dark Florence, AL
    Get Sideways returns to historic downtown Florence to perform after the game for Shoals After Dark.
  • 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 9:00 PM Moon Tree and Royal Pardon @ Lava Room 11/21Lava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Music at Lava Room. Check the venue for details.
  • 10:00 PM 🎶 Handshake Promise Band - Late Night Live at FloBama! 🎶311 N Court St, Florence, AL
    Music at 311 N Court St. Check the venue for details.
  • Shoals After Dark — Get SidewaysMobile Plaza · Downtown Florence
    Free concert series after UNA home football games; this season’s final band is Get Sideways.
  • Live performances by local artistsSwampers Bar & Grille
    Live performances by local artists every evening with drinks available.

Sunday

November 22
  • 2:00 PM Great Christmas Cookie Bake Off!Shoals Community Theatre · 123 N Seminary St, Florence, AL
    A family-friendly holiday musical directed by Ashley and Johnathan Grimes, featuring seasonal cheer, baking rivalry and live music.
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Live Music at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Local bands four nights a week over pizza and craft cocktails: rock, blues and Shoals soul (Tu Blu Cats, The Midnighters, Tim Cannon, Trey Nichols).
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Tim CannonSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • Live performances by local artistsSwampers Bar & Grille
    Every evening features live performances by local artists at Swampers Bar & Grille. Expect a rotating lineup and a relaxed bar atmosphere.
  • Trey NicholsThe Rising Crust
    Live set by Trey Nichols at The Rising Crust. Expect an evening of live music in a casual restaurant setting.

Monday

November 23
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Bailey WhiteSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Tuesday

November 24
  • 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Lucie TigerSwampers Bar & Grille
    Music at Swampers Bar & Grille. Check the venue for details.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Bay SimpsonSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Wednesday

November 25
  • 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Karaoke Night at The Rising CrustThe Rising Crust
    Midweek karaoke with pizza, pasta and craft cocktails.
  • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Live Music at Champy'sChampy's Shoals · 120 2nd St, Muscle Shoals, AL
    Blues and string bands on the patio at the Muscle Shoals fried-chicken joint, from touring harp players to local pickers.
  • Headliner 7:30 PM Stage Door Sessions with Doc Dailey & Magnolia Devil at the Shoals TheatreShoals Theatre · 123 N Seminary St, Florence, AL
    An intimate on-stage listening room concert featuring Doc Dailey & Magnolia Devil.
  • 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Mitch MannSwampers Bar & Grille · 800 Cox Creek Pkwy S, Florence, AL
    The Shoals' every-night music bar, inside the Renaissance Shoals Resort and lined with Muscle Shoals recording history. A different local singer-songwriter takes the stage each night.
  • 8:00 PM Karaoke Night at Lava RoomLava Room · 116 W Mobile St, Florence, AL
    Downtown Florence karaoke four nights a week at the Lava Room's dining and entertainment space.

Friday

November 27
  • 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Harlem Nights Thanksgiving CabaretPickett on Court · 218 North Court St., Florence, AL
    Live music with Michael Hardnett and Deon Orr, DJ Doc, line dancing, games, door prizes and a Best Dressed contest. Tickets available; call or text 256-810-8426.

Friday

December 11
  • Headliner 7:00 PM A Taste of the NutcrackerThe Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    A condensed Nutcracker ballet with live music at the Ritz Theatre in Sheffield.

Saturday

December 12
  • 2:00 PM A Taste of the NutcrackerThe Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    A condensed Nutcracker ballet with live music at the Ritz Theatre. Also at 7 PM.

Sunday

December 13
  • 2:00 PM A Taste of the NutcrackerThe Ritz Theatre · 111 Third St, Sheffield, AL
    Closing matinee of the condensed Nutcracker ballet with live music at the Ritz Theatre.

Saturday

January 9

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