Live Music Bars in Cardiff

Live music is back in Cardiff this summer, and The Coal Exchange hotel is pairing it with afternoon tea. Get stuck into three tiers of sandwiches, snacks and sweet treats, washed down with fine fizz and some tasty hot teas.

How does live music, pocket-friendly sharing plates and creative cocktails sound? Good? Yep we thought so. Yard Bar and Kitchen is offering all this and more, with a regular rotation of live bands and local musicians providing the sweet sounds.

Whether you came for the music, the beer or the sport, we can guarantee that you'll be staying for a little bit of it all, as this lively brewhouse gives you a seamless blend of cracking drinks offers, deals on food and a roster of energetic and talented artists.

Move over Will Schuester, this Glee Club isn't messing around. Nestled in Cardiff Bay, this quirky spot is a haven for comedy acts and live music from far and wide. It's even friendly on the purse strings, so you can have a night as cheap as it is cheerful.

The Cricketers is one of the city's most popular watering holes and we can see exactly why. Think Welsh ales, mouth-watering wines and seasonal dishes. With two beer gardens and a buzzing atmosphere, the live music events are just the tip of the iceberg.

Named after the famous Welsh leader who fought against the English, this venue is rooted firmly in rebellion. Spread over three floors, Clwb Ifor Bach is an important part of Cardiff's live music scene, with bands and alternative nights taking centre stage.

If you're after something a little more fiesty, head to this vivacious bar and restaurant. Transporting you all the way to Havana, there's Latin-inspired food, cocktails and Cuban parties with regular live bands. Get your dancing shoes ready, the fiesta starts here.

A haven for dog lovers and music aficionados alike, it's just as much about the live bands as it is the ice cold beers when this Cardiff's local amateur musicians take to the stage Pen & Wig's monthly open mic night.

With a weekly open mic night, Tuesday showcase and Friday nights dedicated to jazz, Porter's is a top choice for live music in Glasgow. Grab some mates or bring a date and impress away with an evening of smooth sounds and classy musicians.