Where Savannah goes out: District Live, the Lucas Theatre, Johnny Mercer Theatre, rooftop bars on the river and the Savannah Music Festival, April 2-17, 2027.

Last checked Oct. 6, 2026. Every venue below links its own website. We list venues, not specific gigs; check each venue’s calendar for what is on.

Savannah’s live music runs from the river to the theaters. Plant Riverside District has a concert hall and two rooftop bars on River Street, the Lucas Theatre and the Johnny Mercer Theatre host touring shows, and the Savannah Music Festival returns April 2-17, 2027.

Venues at a glance

Venue Address What
District Live 400 W. River St. Concert hall
Electric Moon Skytop Lounge Plant Riverside District Rooftop bar, DJs
Myrtle and Rose Rooftop Bar Plant Riverside District Rooftop cocktails
Lucas Theatre for the Arts 32 Abercorn St. Historic theater
Johnny Mercer Theatre 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave. Broadway, ballet
Congress Street Social Club 411 W. Congress St. Outdoor stage, late-night grill

Plant Riverside District

Plant Riverside District, 400 W. River St., at the west end of River Street, says it has live music every day on several stages, from blues and jazz to rock and country. Call (912) 373-9100.

  • District Live is the district’s concert hall for ticketed shows. Its lobby displays guitars and memorabilia from Gretsch. The venue says there are no age restrictions.
  • Electric Moon Skytop Lounge is a rooftop bar with DJs and events; it runs music bingo every Wednesday at 7 p.m.
  • Myrtle and Rose Rooftop Bar serves cocktails with views over the Savannah River.

The district lists its bars and restaurants on its restaurants and bars page.

Theaters

  • Lucas Theatre for the Arts, 32 Abercorn St., is a historic nonprofit theater. Tickets are sold through the SCAD Box Office, online, by phone at (912) 525-5050 or at the window at 216 E. Broughton St., 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. The theater and box office are cashless. The Savannah Philharmonic is among the groups that perform there.
  • Johnny Mercer Theatre, inside the Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., hosts touring Broadway shows and ballet. Its calendar and box office are on the Civic Center’s site.

Bars with live music

Congress Street Social Club, 411 W. Congress St., has a spacious outdoor area with live music, late-night grill food and a dog-friendly patio.

We add bars and clubs to this page when they publish their address and a regular music schedule on their own website. Send yours through our contact page.

Festivals

  • Savannah Music Festival: the 2027 festival runs April 2-17, 2027. Its 2026 season closed April 5. The festival’s office is at 216 E. Broughton St.
  • Savannah’s Waterfront lists free riverfront events on its calendar, including the Christmas on the River performances on Dec. 11-12.

Getting home

  • The free DOT shuttle runs until 7 p.m. weekdays and 6 p.m. weekends, and the free Savannah Belles Ferry until 10 p.m., according to Chatham Area Transit. Plan a ride for later nights.
  • The garages at Plant Riverside, 500 W. River St., and Eastern Wharf are open 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I hear live music in Savannah? District Live and the rooftop bars at Plant Riverside District, Congress Street Social Club, and touring shows at the Lucas and Johnny Mercer theaters.

When is the Savannah Music Festival 2027? April 2-17, 2027.

Are there rooftop bars in Savannah? Yes: Myrtle and Rose and Electric Moon Skytop Lounge at Plant Riverside District.

Where is the Johnny Mercer Theatre? In the Savannah Civic Center, 301 W. Oglethorpe Ave.

What this means for you

  • Buy Lucas Theatre tickets online or at the SCAD Box Office, and bring a card: no cash.
  • The DOT and the ferry stop before most shows end, so plan your ride home.

Related: date night in Savannah, a guide to the Historic District and things to do this weekend.