A night on the town accompanied by a locally curated soundtrack certainly makes for a good time. If your ideal evening itinerary includes the likes of local bands, a symphonic concert, karaoke or an all-vinyl DJ set, this option is for you.
Pre-Game
Get the night started with a little dose of karaoke at Old Kress Live. Here you’ll find just about any song you can think of loaded into the karaoke machine, ready for you to put on the performance of a lifetime. Plus, the craft cocktails (an ample selection) are all made with top-tier spirits and fresh ingredients. Pro tip: If you go on the first Friday or Saturday of the month, you can join in on sing-along piano performances!
Main Event
For a well-rounded live music experience, attending a Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra concert is a must. Maestro Hector Guzman conducts world-class musicians at the Performing Arts Center. The 2024-2025 season, which kicks off later this month on Sept. 21, includes a concert celebrating Beethoven, symphonic renditions of Selena Quintanilla’s music and the iconic opera, Carmen. Individual concert tickets and season subscriptions are available.
Grab A Bite
After an inspiring symphony orchestra concert, you’ll probably be ready for a bite to eat. With a variety of live music venues with full kitchens in the downtown area, there are plenty of options, but we suggest stopping into House of Rock. From nationally touring bands to local acts, there isn’t a night of the week you won’t find live music here. Share a pizza, dance around and get ready for the final stop.
Live Music + Dinner
Executive Surf Club – 306 N. Chaparral St.
The Exchange – 224 N. Mesquite St.
Brewster Street Icehouse – Downtown – 1724 N. Tancahua St.
Rockit’s Whiskey Bar & Saloon – 709 N. Chaparral St.
El Camino Comida & Bar – 314 N. Chaparral St.
Closing Set
You might not be quite ready to head home once you’ve refueled. If that’s the case, stroll down to OK HI-FI for a nightcap accompanied by an all-vinyl DJ set. The local soundbar features live DJs Tuesday through Saturday until 1 a.m., ranging from funky jazz and R&B to house and hip-hop.
Mark Your Calendars for Upcoming Shows:
Sept. 04
Grateful Dub: A Reggae-Infused Tribute to The Grateful Dead @ House of Rock
Sept. 07
Mark Willis Live @ Brewster Street Ice House – Downtown
Sept. 08
Charley Crockett: $10 Cowboy Tour @ Selena Auditorium
Sept. 14
DJ Sue Problema’s All-Vinyl Set @ OK HI-FI
Sept. 21
Corpus Christi Symphony Opening Night: Featuring Alessio Bax, Pianist @ Performing Art Center at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Sept. 21
Ivan Cornejo – Mirada Tour @ American Bank Center
Sept. 28
Ramon Ayala: El Principio de un Final Tour 2024 @ Selena Auditorium
Oct. 02
The Supervillains @ House of Rock
