Discover all there is to do and see in Orlando while your favorite artists are in town.

Traveling to Orlando for your next must-see concert? You’re not alone — especially given that we are a major live show destination that hosts hundreds of concerts annually. Studies show that gig tripping is up in 2024, with top fans traveling all over the globe to see their favorite artists perform. If you’re heading to Orlando for your next show, check out our list of top things to do and places to stay near your concert venue, plus more rocking ways to transform your trip into a full-blown vacation. Let’s hit it!

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• Music Venue Area Guides
• More Ways to Play

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Explore With Orlando Music Venue Area Guides

From award-winning concert halls to intimate live music venues, Orlando has dynamic stages for your latest musical obsession. Many of our largest stages are in downtown Orlando and the surrounding areas, and you’ll find even more to enjoy in our neighborhoods and entertainment districts. Discover what sets our biggest venues apart, then explore the best places to eat, stay and play near your next show.

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Downtown Orlando Music Venues

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

Part of downtown Orlando’s bustling City District, Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts hosts Grammy Award-winning artists, touring Broadway productions, special anniversary shows and up-and-coming local talent. With four unique stages, including an intimate lounge and one of the most acoustically remarkable spaces in the world, Dr. Phillips Center has something for you.

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Kia Center

Kia Center is a massive indoor arena in the Parramore District, steps from downtown Orlando dining and nightlife. They’ve hosted some of the biggest names in music, including modern hitmakers like Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish and Sabrina Carpenter. The arena is also home to the Orlando Magic, Orlando Solar Bears and Orlando Predators for a variety of thrills year-round.

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Camping World Stadium

Just a mile or so from Kia Center is Camping World Stadium, home to massive rock concerts, NFL and NCAA bowl games and seasonal spectaculars like EDC Orlando. The stadium has hosted everyone from The Rolling Stones to Elton John, with more jaw-dropping acts on the way. It’s located east of downtown Orlando in the West Lakes Market Street District.

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Stay and Play Near Downtown Orlando Music Venues

Stay: Check in and rock out at AC Hotel by Marriott Orlando Downtown for sky-high views and a rooftop bar, or head to Grand Bohemian Orlando for modern luxury with an art-inspired vibe. Discover more downtown hotels just north of the City District, located within convenient walking distance to smaller music joints.

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Play: From themed bars and speakeasies to galleries and nightclubs, you’ll find plenty of ways to play before and after the big show. Amway Center even has its own rooftop bar, where you can continue the party with jaw-dropping views over downtown Orlando.

Music Venues in Orlando’s Tourism & Entertainment Districts

Hard Rock Live Orlando

Catch an unforgettable show at Orlando’s own “Coliseum of Rock,” Hard Rock Live Orlando. The one-of-a-kind space can fit up to 3,000 fans for a relatively intimate show, with live music, comedy and more on deck. It’s part of Universal CityWalk at Universal Orlando Resort.

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Stay: Create your own afterparty at Hard Rock Hotel® at Universal Orlando Resort with rockstar-worthy digs and all the music memorabilia you can handle. You can even rent your own guitar for a mini, in-room jam session if you’re feeling inspired.

Play: Explore nightlife and dining at Universal CityWalk or hit the theme parks for a fun day out at Universal Orlando Resort. If you’re staying at Hard Rock Hotel, find even more chart-topping dinner hits at The Kitchen or groove to live music during monthly Velvet Sessions.

House of Blues

House of Blues at Disney Springs® is built for rocking out, with a multi-level bar and floor tickets only for most shows. Catch comedians, singers, bands, themed parties and more, plus local live music in the restaurant and outdoor bar.

Stay: Enjoy spectacular savings, amenities and theme park access at Disney Springs area hotels like the Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando and Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista. Or, check into one of 30+ official Walt Disney World® resort hotels.

Play: Discover live entertainment, music, shopping, dining and more at Disney Springs, including ticketed performances from Cirque du Soleil.

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Extend Your Trip

You’ve seen the big show, sung along and snapped up all the collectible merch you can carry. Now stick around and discover the other incredible things to do while you’re in Orlando.

Discover even more hits from up-and-coming talent at smaller venues throughout Orlando. In the downtown area, check out Timucua Arts Foundation, The Beacham, The Social, Will’s Pub and more. Or if you’re staying closer to International Drive and the theme parks, hit up Ole Red or Tin Roof at ICON Park®.

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Continue the Party With Themed Events

In Orlando, we don’t just host concerts. If you’re traveling for a major show, we usually have themed events and more ways to play before and after the main event. Find official EDC afterparties, Chappell Roan bingo, Swiftie sing-alongs and more fun things to do on our events calendar throughout the year.

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Discover Award-Winning Dining

Feast like rock royalty with MICHELIN Guide dining, intimate omakase concepts and restaurants helmed by celebrity chefs. Orlando’s dining scene is innovative and ever-changing, with international flavors and a collaborative culinary spirit that hit all the right notes. Throw in dynamic dinner shows, character dining and themed restaurants, and you’ll discover a delicious symphony of flavors in Orlando.

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For delicious eats in musically inspired digs, try Hard Rock Cafe, House of Blues, Jazz Tastings, Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville, JoJo’s ShakeBAR at Pointe Orlando, Judson’s Live at Dr. Phillips Center, Rock & Brews and more.

Escape to the Great Outdoors

Let nature provide the soundtrack for outdoor adventures throughout Orlando. Take a moment to unwind with serene nature trails, kayaks and sun-kissed springs, or answer the call of the wild with exhilarating airboat tours, zip line adventures, hang gliding and more.

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Search for Vintage Band Tees

Search for buried treasure, including band tees, records, and more music memorabilia, at Orlando’s many vintage shops and resale boutiques. We’ve rounded up a few local favorites throughout the area to help kick-start your search.

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You can also amp up your look at Orlando’s neighborhood boutiques, upscale malls and value-packed outlets.

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Hit the High Notes at Orlando Theme Parks & Attractions

Laugh, scream and play your way through Orlando’s world-class theme parks, water parks and attractions. From coasters and 3-D rides to stage shows and escape rooms, you’ll find plenty of fun for a vacation full of hits.

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