Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has a live music scene that punches well above what you might expect from an island city. On any given week, you can catch jazz jam sessions in the old town, rock bands in converted industrial spaces, and singer-songwriters in intimate bars near the beach. The scene is driven by a mix of local musicians, Latin American artists who have settled on the island, and touring acts passing through the Canaries. This guide covers five venues that consistently program live music and are worth knowing about.
Live Music Venues in Las Palmas
Talleres Palermo
Address: C. República Dominicana, 18, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Talleres Palermo is a former carpentry workshop that has been converted into a multi-level bar and event space. The industrial bones of the building are still visible -- high ceilings, exposed beams, and raw surfaces -- which gives the place a character that purpose-built bars rarely achieve. The space is large enough to host concerts, DJ sets, exhibitions, and private events across its different floors. It also doubles as a vintage furniture showroom during the day, which adds to the atmosphere. Live music events here tend toward the eclectic side, with programming that ranges from local bands to DJ nights and cultural events. Open Wednesday through Sunday.
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Sala Faro
Sala Faro is a self-managed cultural space on the third floor of Club Hespérides, with views out toward Las Canteras beach. The venue has carved out a niche as a home for local artists to share their work with the community, and the programming reflects that grassroots spirit. You will find jazz, blues, flamenco, and singer-songwriters here, along with DJ sets and themed nights. A regular fixture is the Wednesday jam session ("La Jam del Faro"), where local musicians come to play and improvise in a relaxed, open format. The space also serves food and drinks at reasonable prices, with vegetarian options available. The atmosphere is warm, alternative, and unpretentious -- the kind of place where conversations with strangers happen easily. If you are looking for something more intimate and community-driven than a typical concert venue, Sala Faro is worth the visit.
Imaginario Drinks & Music
Address: C. Secretario Artiles, 35, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Imaginario is a rock and blues bar near the Santa Catalina area that programs live music Wednesday through Saturday. The venue leans toward rock, blues, and heavier acts, and regularly books touring bands alongside local musicians. Wednesdays often feature karaoke nights. Behind the bar, their mixologist Gianluca brings over 30 years of experience crafting cocktails with homemade syrups and fresh ingredients, and the craft beer selection is solid too. The atmosphere is cozy and social -- it draws a mix of locals and internationals. If you only have one evening and want to hear live music, this is a safe bet.
Motown Bar
Address: C. Dr. Grau Bassas, 36, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Motown Bar sits on one of the streets running back from Las Canteras beach, making it easy to combine with a stroll along the promenade. The venue has built a reputation for its live music evenings during the week and its lively karaoke sessions on Sunday nights starting at 21:00. During the rest of the week, expect live performances that lean toward soul, funk, and pop. The bar also serves food, so you can settle in for the evening without needing to eat elsewhere first. The crowd is friendly and mixed, and the atmosphere is unpretentious.
Buenos Aires Jazz Café
Address: C. Mendizábal, 37, 35001 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Tucked into a street in Vegueta, the historic old town of Las Palmas, Buenos Aires Jazz Café is the city's dedicated jazz venue. Opened in 2023, it brings together Argentine and Canarian culinary traditions with a serious live music program. The café hosts regular concerts and jam sessions where local musicians come to play and improvise. The décor draws on Buenos Aires jazz culture and the food menu features both Argentine and Canarian dishes. If you are into jazz, blues, or simply enjoy intimate performances in a venue where the music is the main event, this is the place. The Vegueta setting -- cobblestone streets, colonial architecture -- makes the walk there part of the experience.
Canarias en Vivo
Address: C. Matagalpa, 6, 35010 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Canarias en Vivo is a purpose-built concert hall that has established itself as the main dedicated live music venue in Las Palmas. Located in the Díaz Casanova industrial area, the space is designed for sound quality and has professional lighting and acoustics. The programming is diverse: rock, jazz, pop, Latin music, and urban genres all feature regularly. Over 200 local bands and solo artists have played here, and the venue also hosts touring acts. Unlike the bar-with-music format of other venues on this list, Canarias en Vivo is a proper concert room where the performance is the focus. Check their schedule for upcoming shows, as events are ticketed and can sell out.
What to Expect
Timing. Live music in Las Palmas starts late. Most gigs begin at 21:00 or 22:00, with some concerts at Canarias en Vivo starting later. Arrive early if you want a good spot, especially at the smaller venues.
Cover charges. Policies vary. Bars like Imaginario and Motown typically have free entry, with the expectation that you buy drinks. Buenos Aires Jazz Café may charge for special concerts. Canarias en Vivo operates on a ticket model -- check prices and availability online beforehand.
Finding what is on. The live music scene in Las Palmas is active but not always well-advertised. Venues announce shows on their Instagram accounts, and many events appear on EventosGC where you can filter by music events.
Find Live Music Events on EventosGC
For up-to-date listings of concerts, jam sessions, and live music nights across the island, check EventosGC. The platform aggregates events from these venues and others, so you can see what is happening on any given night without having to check five different Instagram accounts.
Venues and their programming can change. The information in this guide reflects the scene as of early 2026. Check EventosGC or each venue's social media for current schedules before heading out.