You found one treasure after another in Clarksville’s welcoming and walkable downtown. You topped that off with dinner and a sunset stroll along the Cumberland Riverwalk. Now it’s evening, and your energy shows no signs of waning…and neither does Clarksville’s!
Clarksville is much more than Nashville’s little sister, musically speaking. This vibrant river city has an incredibly creative, supportive live music scene. And while you’ll hear some twang, you’ll find much more than country music in Clarksville. Every genre is represented!
Revel House | 140 University Avenue
There’s one place and time, 8 P.M. on Tuesdays at Revel House, where you can hear live, original music across many genres in a single evening! It’s like a buffet of Clarksville’s sizable musical talent. You’ll hear three songs each from balladeers, full bands, and everything in between. Have a few songs you’d like to perform? Great! Come at 7 P.M. on Tuesday to sign up for your spot.
If you’re lucky enough to be in Clarksville on a Tuesday, Revel House is the place to be. But live music abounds, especially on weekends.
Downtown Commons | 215 Legion Street
Free, public concerts are often offered at the Downtown Commons, an urban park in the heart of downtown Clarksville. Nashville’s Fisk Jubilee singers have performed there, as well as The Wildflowers, a Tom Petty tribute band. Call 931-245-3366 or see downtowncommons.org for details.
F&M Bank Arena | 101 Main Street
Facing the Downtown Commons is F&M Bank Arena, a new sports and concert venue that also boasts a community ice rink. To see what concerts are on the calendar for the 5,500-seat arena, call 931-343-3622 or visit myfmbankarena.com.
Austin Peay State University Mabry Concert Hall | 780 Marion Street | PC: Gateway Chamber Orchestra
Many evenings you can find live music at Austin Peay State University, from individual student performances to huge concerts in the gorgeous Mabry Concert Hall. Find details at apsu.edu/music.
Roxy Regional Theatre | 100 Franklin Street
If you’re interested in theater and music, the Roxy Regional Theatre is your destination! Although you won’t often see them onstage, musicians are making music –and money– performing live during every musical that hits the stage. Recorded music would be cheaper… but that’s not the Roxy’s style! Supporting the Roxy supports local musicians, as well as artists and actors. Call 931-645-7699 or see roxyregionaltheatre.org.
If you’re looking to get your boots broken in on the dance floor, Electric Cowboy, 690 N. Riverside Dr., is the place to be. It’s a big, loud dance venue, the perfect place to get free dance lessons, and then show off your new moves! 931-802-6777, electriccowboy.com/clarksville.
If you’re in the mood for something more intimate, you’re in luck. Many of Clarksville’s restaurants and bars offer live music on weekends and select weekdays. Call them to find out who is onstage next!
AJ’s Bar - 244 Dover Road, 931-494-8549
Mike’s Bar & Grill - 2207 Lowes Drive, 931-551-9395, mikes-bar-and-grill.hub.biz
The Pea Patch - 535 Franklin Street, 931-552-0153
Rookie’s All American Pub & Grill - 931-648-4531, rookiespub.com
Scooter’s Place - 2458 US 41-A Bypass, 931-905-7099
Tippers Neighborhood Pub - 1481 Tiny Town Road, 931-647-9923, facebook.com/MrTippers
