<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3kc3X5_0vi36WDd00" style="display:none" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3kc3X5_0vi36WDd00" width="1000" height="563" > Hear that? It’s the scintillating sound of Winston-Salem’s live music venues beckoning you to a performance you’ll never forget. The concert scene is truly unmatched in our area — from The Ramkat to Reynolds Auditorium, there’s a stage for any type of tune. To get to know them all, you must do three things: put your hands in the air, wave ‘em like you just don’t care, then lay your eyes (and ears) on our guide. <h3 id="arenas-stadiums"> Arenas/Stadiums </h3><a class="Link" href="https://stadium.ljvm.com/venue-info/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Allegacy Stadium </a> , 475 Deacon Blvd. Capacity: 31,500 Big names like Billy Joel, Guns ‘n’ Roses, and Paul McCartney have wowed crowds at the home of Demon Deacons football. The last major renovation happened in 2007 when McCreary Tower was built. <nbtemplate data-id="AdPlaceholder" data-content="JTdCJTdE"></nbtemplate> <a class="Link" href="https://www.cityofws.org/623/Arena" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Fairgrounds Arena </a> , 414 Deacon Blvd. Capacity: 4,000 You might still hear locals refer to this multipurpose venue as “the Annex.” It hosts intimate events like the Indoor Concert Series and is where the Carolina Thunderbirds take the ice. Bob Dylan performed in the arena twice. <figure class="Figure"><a class="AnchorLink" id="image-c80000" name="image-c80000"></a><source height="563" type="image/webp" width="1000"><source height="563" width="1000"><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=05kU4G_0vi36WDd00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=05kU4G_0vi36WDd00" width="1000" height="563" ><figcaption class="Figure-caption"> Combined with the Fairgrounds Event Center, more than 500,000 people visit the Fairgrounds Arena each year. </figcaption> Photo courtesy of Winston-Salem Fairgrounds </figure><a class="Link" href="https://events.wfu.edu/ljvm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum </a> , 2825 University Pkwy. Capacity: 14,665 Owned by Wake Forest University, the coliseum is frequently referred to as “LJVM” or “The Joel.” Big-name performers it’s hosted include George Jones, The Beach Boys, Cyndi Lauper, and Winston-Salem native Ben Folds. <h3 id="restaurants-bars-cafes"> Restaurants/Bars/Cafes </h3><a class="Link" href="https://www.muddycreekcafeandmusichall.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Muddy Creek Cafe and Listening Room </a> , 626 S. Main St. Capacity: N/A The cafe located in Old Salem’s T-Bagge Merchant building serves lunch + ice cream. It also welcomes performers of varying genres for afternoon and evening jam sessions. <a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/monstercade_bar/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Monstercade </a> , 204 W. Acadia Ave. Capacity: 75 Located in the historic Washington Park neighborhood, the venue calls itself the strangest bar in North Carolina. It frequently hosts theme nights with musicians and open-mic comedy nights. <figure class="Figure"><a class="AnchorLink" id="image-a60000" name="image-a60000"></a><source height="563" type="image/webp" width="1000"><source height="563" width="1000"><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3NN4XX_0vi36WDd00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3NN4XX_0vi36WDd00" width="1000" height="563" ><figcaption class="Figure-caption"> Monstercade is a 21 and older venue. </figcaption> Photo by WStoday </figure><a class="Link" href="https://www.theramkat.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> The Ramkat + Gas Hill Drinking Room </a> , 170 W. 9th St. Capacity: 1,000 The two-level spot in Industry Hill hosts up-and-coming artists and seasoned musicians alike. You can expect to catch multiple shows a week at the venue. Gas Hill is a cocktail lounge where more intimate performances are held. <a class="Link" href="https://hootsbeerco.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Hoots Beer Company </a> , 840 Mill Works St., Ste. 110 Capacity: N/A After a decade of making beer, the brewery transitioned into a bar and live music space in 2023. When big acts aren’t taking the stage, you can also participate in occasional trivia nights and karaoke. <h3 id="outdoor-settings"> Outdoor settings </h3><a class="Link" href="https://www.stimmelpa.com/portfolio/the-coal-pit-at-bailey-power-plant/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> The Coal Pit </a> , 486 N. Patterson Ave. Capacity: 300 The outdoor patio space at Bailey Power Plant transforms into a performance venue during concerts for the <a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/coalpitlive/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Coalpit Live </a> concert series. With nearby restaurants and bars, the renovated space fuels entertainment and brings an energy to Innovation Quarter. <figure class="Figure"><a class="AnchorLink" id="image-4a0000" name="image-4a0000"></a><source height="563" type="image/webp" width="1000"><source height="563" width="1000"><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4HlQN8_0vi36WDd00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4HlQN8_0vi36WDd00" width="1000" height="563" ><figcaption class="Figure-caption"> Coalpit Live is working on its first “Live from the Coalpit” video or recorded performances. </figcaption> Photo courtesy of <a class="Link" href="https://www.instagram.com/coalpitlive/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> @coalpitlive </a></figure><h3 id="concert-halls"> Concert halls </h3><a class="Link" href="https://www.uncsa.edu/performances/stevens-center/index.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Stevens Center </a> , 405 W. 4th St. ( temporarily closed ) Capacity: 1,364 UNC School of the Arts owns the historic performing arts theater that draws visitors and dignitaries to the city for special events and performances. When <a class="Link" href="https://wstoday.6amcity.com/stevens-center-renovations" rel="nofollow"> renovations </a> are complete, patrons will experience upgraded amenities and UNCSA students will be able to work with state-of-the-art industry technology. <a class="Link" href="https://www.cityofws.org/DocumentCenter/View/4030/03---RJ-Reynolds-High-PDF" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Reynolds Auditorium </a> , 301 N. Hawthorne Rd. Capacity: 1,900 A century after its construction, the venue on the campus of RJ Reynolds High School continues to hosts musical performances for the public. Katharine Smith Reynolds, who championed art, music, and culture, donated the land for the auditorium. <figure class="Figure"><a class="AnchorLink" id="image-ac0000" name="image-ac0000"></a><source height="563" type="image/webp" width="1000"><source height="563" width="1000"><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0j2fPd_0vi36WDd00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0j2fPd_0vi36WDd00" width="1000" height="563" ><figcaption class="Figure-caption"> There’s a lot more happening at Reynolds Auditorium than just student performances. </figcaption> Photo via Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools </figure><a class="Link" href="https://www.uncsa.edu/performances/venues/watson-hall.aspx" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Watson Hall </a> , 200 Waughtown St. (within the UNCSA School of Music) Capacity: 300 The space on the campus of UNC School of the Arts is where you can see students, faculty, and guest artists perform. Two Hamburg Steinway grand pianos and a D. Jacque Way French double manual harpsichord are permanent fixtures. </div></body>

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Rock the night away at one of Winston-Salem’s live music venues. Our guide to the top music spots around town features stadiums, amphitheaters, concert halls, and more. Discover where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy incredible live music and dancing.