Concerts, karaoke, songwriter nights, and dance parties every single night on Forest Ave.
On Forest Ave in East Nashville, The 5 Spot has carved out something genuinely rare: a neighborhood bar where the music never stops and the crowd actually shows up for it. Seven nights a week, the stage comes alive with a rotating lineup of local acts, touring bands, tribute shows, and themed dance parties that keep regulars coming back and first-timers texting their friends to get over here.
The vibe is unpretentious and real. This is not a tourist trap or a velvet-rope situation. People from all walks of East Nashville life pack in together, and the energy that results is exactly what a live music bar should feel like. The bar staff earns genuine loyalty from regulars, and the drink selection leans into what Tennessee does well.
With a 4.4-star rating across more than 770 reviews, The 5 Spot has proven that consistency matters. Same address, same commitment to live music, same open-door energy night after night. Whether you land on a songwriter open mic or a full-on dance party, you will leave having actually experienced something.
The 5 Spot hosts nightly concerts featuring both touring acts and local Nashville talent, giving the stage real range from one evening to the next. Themed dance parties and tribute shows bring a different energy to the room on a rotating basis, so even regulars rarely see the same show twice.
Karaoke nights give the mic to the crowd, and songwriter open mic events put the spotlight on the writers behind the songs, a fitting touch for a city built on that tradition. Bands and solo artists looking to perform can explore booking opportunities for both local residencies and touring slots.
Doors open at 5 PM every night of the week, with Sunday starting even earlier at 2 PM. The room stays open until 3 AM Monday through Saturday, making this one of the few spots in East Nashville where the night can genuinely go late.
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“Nice selection of TN local on tap. Wide variety of people enjoying the Monday night band and then downtown videos. Great dance space. Casual fun.”
— Candace W
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Live music and events run every night of the week. The 5 Spot hosts concerts, karaoke, songwriter open mics, and themed dance parties on a rotating nightly schedule.
Monday through Saturday, doors open at 5 PM and the venue stays open until 3 AM. On Sunday, doors open earlier at 2 PM and close at midnight.
The 5 Spot is at 1006 Forest Ave in East Nashville, TN 37206. It sits in East Nashville neighborhood, distinct from the downtown honky-tonk strip.
Yes. The 5 Spot offers booking opportunities for both local Nashville acts and touring bands. Check their website at the5spotnashville.com for booking details.
Absolutely. The crowd is mixed and welcoming, the room has real energy, and the nightly lineup means there is always something happening. It gives you a side of Nashville music culture that goes well beyond Broadway.
The 5 Spot is an event venue in addition to a live music bar. Contact them through their website at the5spotnashville.com for information about private event possibilities.
Beyond nightly concerts, The 5 Spot hosts karaoke nights, songwriter open mic events, themed dance parties, and tribute shows. The lineup rotates regularly, so there is always a reason to come back.
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