Tunes with a View
Blue Pointe Bar and Grill, Tequesta
The scene: waterfront restaurant/bar with spectacular views of the Intracoastal; Adirondack chairs along the water under palm trees; pool for splashing or lounging
The music: live music daily including pop, rock, blues, country, steel drums, acoustic, tropical, alternative, Americana
Good to know: The restaurant is a little hard to find for first timers, as you can’t see it from the parking lot. Park in the lot right off Federal Highway and either walk behind the building toward the marina or hop on one of the roaming golf carts that will take you there for free.
Upcoming Shows*
Jan. 5: Cover Up
Jan. 13: The Latitudes
Jan. 20: Sierra Band
Jan. 26: Vintage Radio
Jan. 27: Relentless
Jam Band Central
Terra Fermata, Stuart
The scene: open-air venue with some seating; bar serving craft beer and wine; chill vibe; unique vendors on-site; solid crowd of regulars and free spirits; dogs welcome at most shows
The music: Jam bands like Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers cover bands reign supreme here, but acts run the gamut from rap to reggae to rock
Good to know: Sometimes there are food trucks on-site, but Terra itself doesn’t serve food—so don’t come hungry!
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Chili Poppers: Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute Band
Jan. 19: The Kyle Smit Unmanageable Tour
Jan. 20: Adam Deitch Super Jam Featuring Eric “Benny” Bloom, Bigyuki, and Brad Adam Miller
Feb. 16: Foo Fighters Tribute Show
Tropical Oasis
Guanabanas, Jupiter
The scene: laid-back waterfront venue with an uber-tropical island atmosphere; popular spot for locals and tourists alike
The music: Everything from rock to reggae rolls through Guanas, both local and national acts
Good to know: Get here early if you want to snag a first-come, first-serve high-top table close to the stage
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Tru Phonic
Jan. 12: Ajeva
Jan. 13: J.P. Soars
Jan. 20: Moon Hooch
Jan. 24: Easy Honey
Spotlight: Tori Lee
Singer/songwriter Tori Lee first picked up a guitar in middle school—reluctantly. “My dad dragged me into a music store and bought me a guitar, and I was so upset!” recalls the 25-year-old Stuart native. Her father saw her musical talent early, and now she’s well on her way to a successful career. In 2020, she moved to Nashville, where she cultivated her country sound and made connections with other musicians at songwriting events. Now back home for a bit, she released her first single, “My Own Time,” last year. It’s just one of the many tunes she has written over
the years, filling 25 notebooks with thoughtful lyrics, and she plans to return to Nashville to record more of them soon. Catch her while you can at local venues like Harry and the Natives in Hobe Sound (January 6 at 1 p.m.).
Intimate Action
Maxi’s Lineup, Jupiter
The scene: small, 37-seat bar area adjacent to Food Shack with creative eats, craft beer, wine, and palpable positive vibes
The music: mix of country, rock, folk, pop; many solo/duo and acoustic acts given the intimate space
Good to know: If you can’t get a table for dinner at Food Shack, enjoy a meal at the Maxi’s bar before the show
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Girlfriend Material
Jan. 13: Crazy Fingers
Jan. 20: Bryce Allyn Band
Jan. 27: The Kinected
Feb. 2: Spred the Dub
Blues Bar
Double Roads, Jupiter
The scene: country vibe; stylish, music-themed decor like instruments and vintage album covers; full bar; solid Southern-style barbecue on the menu
The music: Motown, Southern rock, classic rock, jazz, indie rock, and blues; open jams on Mondays
Good to know: An on-site record store carries a great selection of vinyl
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 12: The Shareholders
Jan. 13: SteelHouse
Jan. 19: GoodBread
Jan. 26: The Klik
Jan. 27: Eddiefest: Tribute to Eddie Van Halen, with Completely Unchained, Disbarred, and Big Vince & the Phat Cats
Fun and Funky
Das Beer Garden, Jupiter
The scene: gastropub with German-inspired food and more than 70 craft beers; lots of special events like ’80s Prom Night; popular place to watch the World Cup; outdoor seating to get out of the crowd for a bit or hang with your dog
The music: upbeat mix of pop, indie rock, and rock; tribute bands; nostalgia music
Good to know: Across the street from Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium, it can get busy here on game nights—but it’s always a blast!
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 5: The Happiness Club Band
Jan. 19: Bombshell
Jan. 27: Sierra Band
Feb. 9: 56 Ace
Feb. 10: Revelry
Fan Favorite
Abacoa Amphitheater, Jupiter
The scene: outdoor arena where lawn chairs and blankets, kids, and dogs are welcome; some events have on-site food trucks and vendors
The music: variety of local and national acts; every third Saturday features tribute bands covering favorites like The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and ELO
Good to know: Bring your own (small) cooler and food, lawn chairs or a blanket, and enjoy a (cheap) date night!
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 19: Bad Fish
Jan. 20: The Expanding Man
(Steely Dan Tribute Band)
Feb. 17: Charles Calello Band (Four Seasons Tribute Band)
Beach Vibes
Tiki 52, Tequesta
The scene: tiki bar overlooking the Intracoastal with fresh seafood and a super laid-back vibe
The music: everything from reggae to rock to pop; country artist Ricky Young plays every Thursday and Saturday
Good to know: This place can draw a big crowd (especially on Ricky Young nights), so come early for dinner and grab a prime table near the stage
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Ricky Young
Jan. 12: Kellie & Steve
Jan. 19: Killbillies
Jan. 26: Latitudes
Feb. 4: Matt Hilton
Spotlight: Girlfriend Material
“We cover everything from The Beatles to Outkast,” says Bryan Smith, lead singer of the band Girlfriend Material. “We read the crowd and play what they like.” And that’s exactly what fans love about them. You never know what to expect from the irreverent band, who cover tunes in a unique, unexpected way and always bring the energy. The band—founded by Dreyfoos School of the Arts alumni Smith and Michael McCleary a decade ago—also includes Harley Galeano and Jupiter resident Tom Coughter. The multitalented bunch jump around on instruments and never come into a show with a set list. “Mike can play the drums and trombone at the same time,” says Smith. Catch them at Maxi’s Lineup in Jupiter January 6 starting at 9 p.m.
Family Fun
Riverwalk, Stuart
The scene: outdoor venue in downtown Stuart along the St. Lucie River with lawn and bleacher seating; vendors and shops nearby; very family friendly; pets welcome
The music: Rock‘n Riverwalk series runs every Sunday from 1-4 p.m., featuring local musicians and tribute bands
Good to know: A free shuttle runs to the site from Osceola, Sailfish, and Kiwanis Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 7: Jupiter Rock Farm
Jan. 14: Live Bait
Jan. 21: The Andrew Morris Band
Jan. 28: The Rockabilly Boogie Band
Feb. 4: Dark Side of Sol
Spotlight: Michael Begleiter, Night Owl Entertainment
Booking a gig at one of the venues on these pages isn’t as easy as picking up the phone and asking if you can play. There’s a lot of talent here, which means a lot of competition. Palm Beach Gardens resident Michael Begleiter, who founded the talent agency Night Owl Entertainment in 2015 to help local venues book music, offers helpful tips for bands looking for gigs. “Don’t just reach out and send a link to audio,” he says. “You need a professional press kit with bios, high-resolution photos, reviews, and press. An active, engaging online presence is also important.” A musician himself, Begleiter suggests newer bands keep an eye out for open jams or “new band nights” at local venues like Swampgrass Willy’s.
Crowd Pleaser
Swampgrass Willy’s, Palm Beach Gardens
The scene: casual sports bar with TVs, pool, darts, burgers, beer, booze, and solid live music; lively late-night crowd
The music: up-and-coming artists playing rock, pop, country, punk, indie rock, and more
Good to know: Their happy hour goes until 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, so enjoy discounted drinks before the show
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Courage
Jan. 13: 46 & Tool
Jan. 20: The Hot Seat
Jan. 27: Florida Rock Zone
Vintage Vibe
Harry and the Natives, Hobe Sound
The scene: Old Florida atmosphere; family-owned for more than 55 years; unique and quirky vibe; down-home cooking
The music: acoustic and solo acts, Americana, Southern rock
Good to know: The family business has been around since 1941, and current owner/chef Harry MacArthur grew up in the restaurant. Spend some time checking out all the vintage Florida memorabilia and quirky signs around the venue
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Jupiter Narrows
Jan. 12: The Old Hippies
Jan. 13: Trailer Trash
Jan. 19: Acoustic Soul
Jan. 20: Collective Soul
Ultimate Chill
Square Grouper, Jupiter
The scene: popular tiki bar on the water overlooking the Jupiter Lighthouse with a casual, laid-back vacation vibe; boat docks on-site for those arriving by water; burgers and sandwiches on the menu
The music: a little bit of everything— country, pop, top 40, classic rock, funk, reggae, bluegrass
Good to know: The video for Alan Jackson’s hit “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere” featuring Jimmy Buffett was shot here
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 6: Riverdown
Jan. 12: Stacy’s Soul
Jan. 13: The Happiness Club
Jan. 20: Axcents
Jan. 26: Miss Dempsey’s Class
Suds & Sounds
Tequesta Brewing Co., Tequesta
The scene: friendly neighborhood microbrewery with a wide selection of craft beers on tap; special weekly events; dog-friendly
The music: country, pop, indie rock, reggae, soul, hip-hop—anything goes
Good to know: They serve a ton of tasty craft beers but no liquor. If you like the beer you’re drinking, ask to take a growler home with you
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 5: Joey Calderaio Band
Jan. 13: Anniversary Block Party
Jan. 19: Alex Z Duo
Jan. 26: Antares Band
Feb. 17: The Kinected
All That Jazz
Side Door Jazz Club, Stuart
The scene: upscale jazz club with a 1920s speakeasy feel; classic cocktails, wide selection of bourbon, bar bites
The music: national and local jazz artists such as the Billy Cofrances Jazz Quartet, the Mickey Freeman Quartet, and Maurice Frank
Good to know: It’s only open on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and it can take a minute to find the “side door”—the club is located in the East Ocean Pub behind Walgreens, off SE Monterey Road
Upcoming Shows
Jan. 4 & 18: Billy Cofrances Jazz Quartet
Jan. 11 & 25: Mickey Freeman Jazz Quartet
Spotlight: Killbillies
A regular on the local music scene since 2010, the Killbillies have a unique sound inspired by Celtic/Irish music infused with bits of Americana, punk, and rock. The trio—Ben Childs of Tequesta, and Palm Beach Gardens residents Hector Diaz and James Galiano—play a multitude of instruments including guitar, drums, banjo, saxophone, and upright bass and put on some of the most high-energy shows around. The band released their fourth album, Back to Basics, in 2022 and just came off a tour of the Southeast. Later this year, they’ll hit the road again, but in the meantime, you can catch a show at Tiki 52 in Tequesta on January 19 starting at 6:30 p.m.. Childs and Diaz also host the 561 Music podcast featuring different artists and venue owners every week (on January 4, they will be podcasting live from Double Roads in Jupiter). Says Childs: “I made almost all my friends through the local music scene. It’s a big musical family here.”
*All show listings current at press time and reflect night shows only. Many acts are booked closer to show date so check venue websites for updated schedules (and daytime acts).
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