Moe’s Alley
Soquel: https://goo.gl/maps/y9mcvsPY7GnF7iP38 Schedule: https://moesalley.com/calendar/Eclectic mix of bands in fun, intimate setting. Nice outdoor patio.
Felton Music Hall
Felton: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hg2csnbuUk1tpf9x7?g_st=ic Schedule: https://www.feltonmusichall.com/eventsIn nearby Felton, indie acts across multiple genres. Intimate setting.
The Catalyst
Downtown: https://goo.gl/maps/bDn9RJqJZSdh6Hvp9 Schedule: https://catalystclub.comClassic rock/club venue. Leans more into the punk/hardcore scene, but has some good electronic acts as well as other larger acts. Often sells out.
Kuumbwa Jazz Center
Downtown: https://goo.gl/maps/ygKKuucyaRJ184aEA Schedule: https://www.kuumbwajazz.org/calendarVarious jazz offerings in an intimate setting. Some amazing international artists come through here.
Abbott Square Market (free)
Downtown: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kqzcoraRWwniNbrs5?g_st=ic Schedule: https://www.abbottsquaremarket.com/eventsOutdoor spot next to food hall with a ton of options for eating and drinking. Live music almost every friday, saturday and sunday