Where to go out in Murfreesboro: live music at Happy's and Boro Bourbon and Brews, The Velvet Room speakeasy, wine and cocktail bars, Hop Springs and theater.

Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. Addresses, hours and rules come from each venue’s own website or its listing in Main Street Murfreesboro’s directory. We list venues, not specific gigs; check each venue’s calendar for who is playing.

Murfreesboro’s nightlife is centered on the downtown Square, where a handful of bars, a speakeasy, a wine bar and a cocktail bar sit within a few blocks of each other along Main, Maple and Church streets. For bigger shows, Hop Springs Beer Park east of town runs concerts on its 83 acres.

Getting home safely

  • Downtown parking: no time limit on street spaces in the evenings or on weekends; city garages at 223 N. Maple St. and 111 W. Vine St.
  • Police non-emergency: 615-893-1311; emergencies, 911

Downtown bars and live music

Venue Address What it is Hours (as listed)
Happy’s Sports Lounge 302 W. Main St. Sports bar with live music, DJs, duckpin lanes and golf simulators Fri. and Sat. 11 a.m. to midnight; see site for other days
Boro Bourbon and Brews 124 N. Maple St. Bar and restaurant with live music Mon. 3 to 11 p.m.; Tue.-Thu. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Velvet Room 112 S. Maple St. Speakeasy, 21 and up, dress code See site
1 of 19 Cocktails and Raw Bar 103 N. Maple St. Craft cocktails and small plates Wed.-Sat. 4 to 11 p.m.
Hemispheres Wine Bar 208 W. Main St. Wine bar with a quarterly featured region Tue.-Thu. 5 to 9 p.m.; Fri. 3 to 10 p.m.
Five on Black Kitchen and Spirit House 215 N. Church St. Restaurant and spirits bar Fri. and Sat. 5 p.m. to midnight
  • Happy’s Sports Lounge has more than 40 TVs, duckpin bowling, Trackman golf simulators, a VIP lounge and a live music and events calendar. Call 615-956-6541.
  • Boro Bourbon and Brews runs happy hour every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m. Call 615-624-7144.
  • The Velvet Room, in the Hoffman Brothers Building, requires guests to be 21 or older with valid ID and has a dress code. Call 615-624-7438.
  • Hemispheres Wine Bar recommends reservations for Friday and Saturday evenings, 48 hours ahead: 615-624-7141.
  • Five on Black pours from a spirits list and serves dinner until late on weekends. Call 615-396-8700.

Concerts and shows

  • Hop Springs Beer Park, 6790 John Bragg Highway: an 83-acre beer park that books concerts, festivals and events, with tickets sold through TicketWeb from its events list. For shows, it allows small bags, sells food from trucks and a full bar, bans outside food and drink, and asks guests to leave pets at home.
  • Friday Night Live: Main Street Murfreesboro’s free concerts on the courthouse Square, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. In 2026 they ran June 5, July 3, Sept. 25 and Oct. 16; the 2027 dates are not out yet.

Theater

  • The Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St.: downtown’s community theater and gallery, with a main-stage season of plays and musicals. Box office: 615-904-2787 (904-ARTS). It also runs monthly programs, including Page to Stage for families on the second Saturday at 10 a.m. and the Art and Story workshop for adults.
  • Murfreesboro Little Theatre: community theater; see its upcoming events page.

After-dark tours

Haunted Murfreesboro runs evening ghost walks around the Square, and on Thursdays a Haunted Spirits Cocktail Tour for guests 21 and up that starts at Milano’s II, stops at The Velvet Room and ends at Five on Black.

What this means for you

  • A night downtown: dinner on the Square, a drink at 1 of 19 or Hemispheres, then live music at Happy’s or Boro Bourbon and Brews.
  • Bring ID: The Velvet Room admits only guests 21 and up.
  • Plan a ride home: have a sober driver or book a ride before your last round.

More guides: date night, downtown Murfreesboro and things to do this weekend.

Frequently asked questions

Where is there live music in Murfreesboro?

Downtown, Happy’s Sports Lounge (302 W. Main St.) and Boro Bourbon and Brews (124 N. Maple St.) both list live music. Hop Springs Beer Park, 6790 John Bragg Highway, holds ticketed concerts, and Main Street’s free Friday Night Live concerts play on the Square in summer and fall.

Is there a speakeasy in Murfreesboro?

Yes. The Velvet Room is a speakeasy at 112 S. Maple St. in the Hoffman Brothers Building. Guests must be 21 or older with valid ID, and there is a dress code.

Where can I see a play in Murfreesboro?

The Center for the Arts, 110 W. College St., stages plays and musicals downtown; the box office is 615-904-2787. Murfreesboro Little Theatre also stages community productions.

Is Hop Springs in Murfreesboro?

Hop Springs Beer Park is at 6790 John Bragg Highway, on 83 acres east of the city. It sells concert tickets through TicketWeb and asks guests to leave pets at home for shows.