The 13 Concerts & Shows in the USA That Earn Their Price

1.Key West Sunset Sail with Open Bar, Live Music and Hors D’oeuvres

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,559 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79Our pick

Spend about two hours sailing from Key West with local musicians, a full liquor bar, champagne, wine, sangria, beer, soft drinks, and hearty hors d’oeuvres. You’ll pass Mallory Square, Fort Zachary Taylor, and Sunset Key before returning to the harbor.

“The staff was excellent as well as the entertainment! They made sure you had a great time and the appetizers were perfect. The captain was skilled and made sure everyone was safe and comfortable.”

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2.Key West Sunset Cruise: Dinner, Live Music & Drinks Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,707 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $92

Board a 65-foot yacht at Key West’s historic seaport for a two-hour sunset cruise with crew-served Caribbean buffet, unlimited well drinks, beer, wine, soft drinks, and live music. You’ll pass Mallory Square and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary before returning to the harbor.

“Was very relaxing. If you wanted to be alone by yourself, you could. if you wanted to party with others you could. Good mix.”

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3.Harlem Hallelujah! Gospel Wednesday Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,638 reviews · from $25Best value

Spend an uplifting Wednesday at Harlem’s Convent Avenue Baptist Church with Music Director Anthony Evans and the Harlem Praise Singers. This one-hour concert blends traditional and contemporary gospel with African-American spirituals. You can sing, clap, and join a musical fellowship without attending a full church service.

“I would have liked that they would say more about Gods Word and His will.The songs go's on and on and on..with the same words..”

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4.Harlem Gospel Live Music Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,479 reviews · from $28

Spend an uplifting Saturday morning at Mount Olivet Baptist Church for a one-hour Harlem gospel concert artistically directed by Craig Harris. Expect powerful choir singing, band-led rhythms, clapping, movement, and audience interaction. The church is wheelchair accessible, and doors open at 10:00 AM.

“Must-do if you visit New York. A lot of enthusiasm and energy. What an incredible venue and choir. Absolutely worth the visit!”

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5.Gourmet Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,074 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

Spend three hours aboard the Louisa of the Seas, leaving Pier 36 for a plated dinner, live music, and close views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan at night. Choose regular or VIP seating, and tell the kitchen about dietary needs ahead of time.

“We took the night boat tour and it was an incredible experience! Seeing the Statue of Liberty beautifully lit up at night was truly magical: an unforgettable moment of our trip 🌃🗽 A special thank you to Victoria and Bryan for their outstanding service: they were so kind, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this tour 🚤✨”

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6.Key West Sunset Sail with Live Music, Drinks and Appetizers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 952 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend two hours aboard Fury’s 65-foot catamaran with live local music, unlimited beer, wine, champagne, margaritas, soda, and seasonal appetizers. Sail past Mallory Square and possibly Fort Zachary Taylor as the sun sets. Arrive 45 minutes early, bring photo ID, and expect a lively, family-friendly party boat.

“Great time well organized fun way to see sunset… good music with Killer Dudes excellent service very fun”

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7.Harlem Gospel Holiday Celebration Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 828 reviews · 1 day · from $38

Meet at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church on Lenox Avenue for a one-hour Harlem holiday gospel concert filled with hand-clapping, foot-stomping music and Christmas songs in gospel arrangements. Arrive early for a better seat, then pair the concert with a walk through the Mount Morris Park Historic District.

“Fantastic gig, great way to spend Christmas Day, they really sang up a storm!”

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8.Frenchmen Street VIP Live Music Pub Crawl in New Orleans

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 613 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $52

Spend three hours with a local host such as Pandi, Andre, or Angelique, moving among Frenchmen Street music clubs with VIP wristbands, live jazz and funk, one Louisiana cocktail, music stories, and time at the Frenchmen Art Bazaar.

“Pandi was a lot of fun and well organized. She gave us info about each band before we went in. Really enjoyed it.”

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9.Charleston Harbor Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 607 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100

Board the vintage Spirit of Carolina at Patriots Point for a 2.5-hour dinner cruise past Fort Sumter, the Battery, and under the Ravenel Bridge. You’ll share a table for four to six, enjoy a made-to-order three-course meal, and hear live music while Charleston slips by outside.

“Honestly, this was not worth the money. There was no live music as advertised. The meal was very underwhelming. Our dinner entree was forgotten and served cold.”

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10.Legends in Concert Myrtle Beach Admission

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 558 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47

Spend about two hours at Legends in Concert in Broadway at the Beach, where five tribute artists perform hits by stars such as Elvis, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Tina Turner, or Celine Dion. The cast changes four times a year, with a live band, dancers, and free photos and autographs after the show.

“The talent for this show was amazing! It was really a nice bonus to be able to meet some of the performers after the show. Loved the Legends theater. Very nice and easy to get to.”

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11.Legends in Concert Branson Missouri

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 506 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52

Spend about two hours at Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater watching tribute performers portray stars such as Elvis, the Blues Brothers, Adele, Lady Gaga, Johnny Cash, and Reba McEntire. The cast changes four times a year, so check the current lineup before booking. Tickets cost $52.99 per person.

“All were extremely great but I truly loved the Judds and the Blues Brothers!! Would recommend this show to everyone. Will have to come back each season to see all my favorites!!❤️”

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12.Austin Live Music Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 485 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99Top rated

Join Austin Detours for a three-hour night of local music, city stories, and venue hopping in a Mercedes Sprinter. Guides such as Ike, Joey, Kelty, and Evan may take you to three contrasting clubs, with entry included. You will meet at the Driskill Hotel at 7:45 pm.

“Joey is as so awesome, personable, thoughtful, interesting, funny, knowledgeable and kind. He remembered everyone’s name on the tour and where they were from. The driver David was also great! We did an icebreaker of the last memorable concert we went to and they made a point of playing that music during our drives. The venues we went to were so fun that we even stayed at the last one to finish listening to the bands set. Hands down our favorite part of our Austin weekend trip.”

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13.New York City Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 377 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $149

Spend about three hours aboard a dinner boat from Pier 36, with a five-course plated meal, live music, one beer or wine ticket, and views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline, Ellis Island, and Statue of Liberty. You return to the same pier around 10 p.m.

“Great food, awesome service. Enjoyed the entire trip. Definitely would recommend the experience. Loved it.”

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