Where to Find Nightlife and Live Music in Naples Florida

The nightlife and live music in Naples Florida may not be what the hardcore club set is looking for, but life here at night is far from staid.

There’s actually a lot happening in Naples if you enjoy good live music, well-crafted cocktails, or more premium spirits in a chic and sexy cigar bar.

Or perhaps a good craft beer and some light-hearted axe-throwing is more your speed (we have that too)!

When it comes to fun and exciting things to do in Naples when the sun goes down, the nightlife and live music Naples FL has to offer will keep you entertained into the night.

Here are the best places for after dark options, live music, and ongoing music events to highlight dinner and dancing downtown.

Cheers!

Live Music in Naples Florida: North & Central Naples

South Street

1410 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples

Reservations: (239)435-9333

You may be surprised at the urban vibe of South Street — the nondescript exterior you see from the corner of Pine Ridge and Goodlette-Frank roads belies the fun and happening nightspot it turns into throughout the week.

Occasionally, national recording artists and other musicians make an appearance, and they have karaoke on Tuesdays or open music mic nights every Thursday.

THE BAY HOUSE

799 Walkerbilt Drive, Naples

Reservations: (239)591-3837

Still somewhat of a hidden gem among visitors, the Bay House is known for their seafood and raw bar, and may have one of the prettiest waterfront settings in Naples right on the Cocohatchee River.

Have dinner inside or out and stay for live music in the Tavern, every night from 6-9 p.m.

Live Music in Naples Florida: Mercato

Burn by Rocky Patel

9110 Strada Pl #6160, Naples

Reservations: (239)653-9013

Internationally known in the cigar-making world, local Naples resident Rocky Patel established his very first signature cigar and fine spirits lounge right here at Mercato.

If you’re an afficionado of cigars and premium spirits, Burn is your place.

Nightly live music from talented musicians and top local DJs make this hip and sexy late-night spot a favorite.

Blue Martini

9114 Strada Place #12105, Naples

Nightlife in Naples Florida may not rival South Beach but Blue Martini in Mercato is the closest you might come — the ultimate stylish Martini bar offering a global tapas menu and live music.

With bars both inside and out, it’s a lively scene that fills up nearly every night.

Live bands typically play from 7:30 to 11 p.m. followed by the house DJ spinning hits until close.

Cavo Lounge

9108 Strada Pl #14120, Naples

Reservations: (239)431-8706

Cavo Lounge is the place to be in Mercato, a lively gastrolounge serving handcrafted cocktails and craft beer, and featuring live DJs spinning on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays til 2am.

VIP reservations are available.

Live Music in Naples FL: Downtown

Tommy Bahama

1220 Third St. S., Naples

Reservations: (239) 643-6889

This popular hotspot on Third Street South is the original Tommy Bahama restaurant and sits at the center of action.

It’s a go-to spot for island-style cocktails and apps and has live music every night of the week.

Sea Salt

1186 3rd St S, Naples

Reservations: (239)434-7258

Sea Salt is known as one of the best restaurants in Naples, but you’ll also enjoy an entertaining array of nightly performers and live music, every night from 7 p.m. to closing.

With genres ranging from Oldies to Top 40 and electronica, there’s a little something for everyone.

The French

365 Fifth Ave. S., Naples

Reservations: (239) 315-4019

This acclaimed Naples restaurant is a great place for dinner on Fifth Avenue but on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings during season (7-10 p.m.), the mainstream jazz Dan Heck Trio performs on the patio.

On Sundays they’re back for brunch at The French—a perfect way to celebrate the weekend Naples-style.

Ridgway Bar & Grill

1300 Third St. S., Naples

Reservations: (239) 262-5500

Third Street South is a happening spot in season and out, and the Ridgway Bar & Grill is a beloved Naples favorite especially on weekends.

Their open-air garden and covered courtyard terrace are the perfect place to enjoy weekend brunch or dinner and live music, playing every Friday and Saturday evening at 6 p.m. in the Courtyard.

The Continental

1205 Third St. S., Naples

Reservations: (239) 659-0007

This upscale steakhouse is a Third Street South mainstay during the week but cuts loose on Friday and Saturday nights with live music and dancing.

A great way to cap off dinner downtown and start the weekend with some fun.

Vergina Naples

700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples

Reservations: (239) 659-7008

With a choice 5th Avenue South location, Vergina is the best in Naples Florida nightlife, a good place to be for a lively bar scene with live music every night starting around 8:30 p.m.

Live Music Away from Downtown

The Real Macaw

3275 Bayshore Dr, Naples

Reservations: (239)732-1188

When it’s a Key West-style vibe with an outdoor courtyard in the tropics you’re seeking, it has to be The Real Macaw, one of Naples’ longest-operating restaurants.

Tucked away in the quiet Bayshore neighborhood not far from Tin City, this French-Caribbean eatery is casually elegant.

Whether you go for a special occasion or tropical drinks at the Bamboo Bar, The Real Macaw is the perfect place to catch live music Thursday through Sunday.

Whiskey Park

3380 Mercantile Ave, Naples

Reservations: (239)263-6777

What could be better than a friendly bar that highlights axe-throwing as its favorite pastime?

Touting themselves as The First Bar to Bring Mobile Axe Throwing to Naples, Florida, it’s worth a visit just to see what you’ve been missing.

Located in a shopping plaza away from the tourist zone, Whiskey Park delivers a laid-back speakeasy restaurant with a New Orleans vibe.

They feature a wide selection of draft beers and southern-style fare.

Three nights a week there’s live music, a DJ and karaoke or Open Mic nights.

Live Music in Bonita Springs

The Stage Restaurant & Bar

9144 Bonita Beach Road SE Bonita Springs Florida 34135

Reservations: (239) 405-8566

The Stage Restaurant & Bar In Bonita Springs is all about the music, a place to enjoy dinner and dancing.

But the tribute bands they feature take center stage — playing the music of legends from the Eagles and the Bee Gees to James Taylor and the Rat Pack.

Live Music, Naples Florida: Marco Island and Goodland

Little Bar

205 Harbor Drive, Goodland

More Info: (239)394 5663

If you like your nightlife with a tropical Lost in Paradise twist, you’ll love the Little Bar Restaurant in Goodland, a good place to go for a day or night party.

Many visitors arrive by boat during the for lunch on some good Everglades eats. When the sun goes down, there’s live music and drinking on the bayside porch or indoors.

Open 7 days a week, Little Bar is open until at least midnight, or when everyone goes home.

Little Bar closes for the summer after the annual Spammy Jammy party in late June.

CJ’s on the Bay

740 N Collier Blvd #105, Marco Island

Reservations: (239)389-4511

CJ’s on the Bay is a staple of nightlife on Marco Island.

This island eatery with a fabulous waterfront location has Happy Hour daily and a large outdoor gazebo bar — perfect for catching a Florida sunset.

There’s live music in the gazebo every Thursday evening until 9pm additional live entertainment inside on Thursday, Friday and Saturday until 11:30pm.

The Snook Inn

1215 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island

Reservations: (239)394-3313

The open-air Snook Inn boasts a robust entertainment schedule with live music daily and nightly every day of the week.

You’ll see local singer/songwriters and talented guest performers singing tropical tunes, to cover bands singing pop and rock faves.

The Snook Inn’s chickee bar is the largest on Marco Island, which lends to the fun atmosphere of this longtime fixture in Olde Marco.

Stan’s Idle Hour

221 Harbor Place N, Goodland

Reservations: (239) 394-3041

Continuing Goodland’s reputation for outrageous fun, Stan’s unique blend of local restaurant and Florida beach bar has been attracting fun-loving partiers for years.

There’s live music every Tuesday through Sunday, and the waterfront bar hosts music daily and after dark on Friday and Saturday nights.

Expect country tunes and music with a sense of humor.

But Stan’s is perhaps most famous for its Sunday afternoon Buzzard Lope dancing (Goodland’s answer to the chicken dance).

Comedy Clubs

Off the Hook Comedy Club

2500 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #1100, Naples

Reservations: (239) 389-6901

If the comedy circuit is what you’re looking for in a great night out, Off-The-Hook has what you want, with national talent on stage and wannabe comedians getting their chance in the spotlight on the weekly Open Mic nights.

Ongoing Live Music Events in Naples

First Thursdays at Mercato

9132 Strada Place, Suite 215 Naples

When: First Thursdays of the month

More Info: (239) 254-1080

In addition to the live music to enjoy at several Mercato restaurants and bars, Mercato hosts their ongoing First Thursdays monthly music series with live music from 6-9 p.m. in the evenings.

A variety of genres represent from country and bluegrass to alternative and pop.

Third Thursdays on Third

Third Street South, Naples

More Info: (239) 649-6707

Historic Third Street South hosts ongoing live music to add even more charm to a downtown stroll.

Every Third Thursday of the month from 6-9 p.m. you can enjoy live music and entertainment in the Fleischmann Courtyard and along Third Street.

Come early for some music before dinner or after your sunset stroll on the Naples Pier just two blocks away.

Music in the Garden

4820 Bayshore Drive, Naples

When: Select Saturdays, Monthly October-June

More Info: (239)643-7275

Music is the perfect way to enjoy a long visit to the Naples Botanical Garden during season. Bring your own chair or blanket, and sit back and relax in your favorite tropical setting while listening to the musical stylings of our local talent!

Music included with garden admission (free for members.)

Evenings on Fifth

Fifth Avenue South, Naples

When: Second Thursday of the month

More Info: (239)692-8436

The sidewalks of Fifth Avenue South are a great place to be every second Thursday of the month from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Listen to live music as you stroll on your way to dinner.

Tip: Osteria Tulia is one of the prime spots to enjoy it — make reservations to dine on the patio and enjoy the music while you dine.

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.

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