Live music in Blue Springs, MO

At Iron Horse Bar & Grill in Lee's Summit, karaoke takes center stage with a weekly night hosted by Martell Love. The atmosphere is upbeat and welcoming, inviting both first-timers and seasoned singers to share the mic and enjoy plenty of laughs. A happy hour with drink specials is offered before the performances, adding to the festive mood. Expect a lively crowd, spirited singalongs, and an easygoing evening of music and memorable moments.

The V hosts the Bluzboyz Thursday Night Jam, where musicians fill the spacious hall with jazz and rock favorites. There is plenty of room to relax and listen or step onto the dance floor. The post lounge, open to the public, serves a variety of beverages with daily drink specials, and the kitchen offers dinner specials during the jam. While there, guests can check the schedule for other upcoming events. VFW Post 5789 welcomes the public and is a go-to spot for live music in Lee's Summit.

Put your music knowledge to the test with Music Bingo at Nirvana Coffee & Games presented by Crit & Ale. Numbers are replaced by familiar tracks that range from old school hits to current favorites, and you mark your card as the songs play. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, you can enjoy a drink while you play, and sharp ears could earn prizes.

At Nirvana Coffee & Games, Critical Hits Music Bingo puts playlist obsession to good use with three rounds of hit-filled gameplay, lighthearted rivalry and prizes. As tracks play, participants mark matching songs on their bingo cards, then verify before calling bingo. No trivia background or singing ability is required, though off-key singalongs are fair game. Prizes are awarded each round, and quick mini-games between rounds can grant advantages for the next round or even the following week’s game. Open to all ages and generations, it offers a welcoming way to put music knowledge to work.

Iron Horse Bar and Grill in Lees Summit features an acoustic performance by Brandon and Sean, a duo from the Kansas City area. Their intertwined vocals and understated guitar shape an easygoing atmosphere, delivering a heartfelt, harmony-forward set with a welcoming feel.

A no-cover double feature at Nirvana pairs a five-round trivia game with karaoke, hosted by Crit & Ale. The trivia portion stays fresh from week to week, opening with categories suggested by the prior crowd, then moving to a classic general-knowledge round, a visual round, an experimental luck-based round, and a final round focused on music. Teams and solo players are both welcome, and prizes are awarded to the top three teams. When the questions wrap, karaoke takes over until close, with a full bar, signature drinks, and a crowd there for a good time.

After Hours Club performs live at Captain's Sports Lounge Grain Valley to kick off Labor Day weekend. There is no cover charge.

Crooked Path Revival performs live at East Forty Brewing, delivering a blend of country roots, rock energy, and blues soul. The atmosphere leans toward easygoing fun and positive vibes throughout the show.

Serving as the finale on the Santa Cali Gon Community Stage (B-Stage), this appearance carries a heartfelt homecoming spirit, returning to a stage described as the place where it all began for those involved.

At Erins Pub in Independence, MO, karaoke pairs with a DJ. Guests can enjoy food and drinks and step up to the mic to sing, with music by Smoov and Hot Mics Entertainment involved.

Dogzilla performs live at Stuey McBrew's with a high-energy show made for rocking along.

The Santa-Cali-Gon Main Stage features a two-part tribute experience. Goddesses of Rock spotlights iconic female rock artists, and the Original Silver Bullet delivers the music of Bob Seger. Additional bands will be performing, and a variety of vendors will be set up around the venue.

Free live music is featured at this event. Enjoy the tunes at no cost.

Jack Ray's VFW in Lee's Summit offers a spacious dance floor suited for a lively time. Dancing boots are recommended to make the most of it.

Haley, Matt, and Jon perform live music at Konrad's Kitchen and Tap House.

The Full Moon Band performs a live set of classic rock, showcasing the genre’s signature sound.

Acoustic cover band One-Two-Trio brings a nostalgic, feel-good set to Iron Horse Bar and Grill in Lees Summit. Look for tight harmonies and acoustic takes on classics and contemporary favorites, spanning the 70s, 80s, 90s and more. The music leans into sing-along moments and toe-tapping energy from start to finish. The venue also presents live music on Wednesday and Saturday nights.

At the annual Santa-Cali-Gon festival, Arena Rock Giants present a salute to the greatest of all time. There will also be other bands and vendors spread throughout the festival.