Host Concerts in 2025

Host Live Concerts in Your Space

Turn your space into a live music venue! Whether you're a café owner, a homeowner with a great backyard, or part of a community organization, Side Door makes it easy to host live shows and connect with local music lovers. Choose the option that best describes you and see how Side Door can help you host unforgettable events.

Which Best Describes You?

Discover Event Spaces

Host concerts in unexpected places! Explore cozy cafés, hidden backyards, vibrant galleries, and more. See how others are transforming their spaces into unforgettable music venues.

Library

Library

Backyard

Backyard

Shipping Container

Shipping Container

Club

Club

Bar

Bar

Art Gallery

Art Gallery

How Side Door Simplifies Hosting Live Events

  • Our FREE booking tool connects you with artists touring through your area or helps you find talent for specific dates.

  • Side Door streamlines bookings, ticketing, marketing, and payouts, saving you time and hassle with our all-in-one platform and expert support.

  • Host live performances that create memorable experiences and foster deeper engagement, all while growing your audience.

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What Our Hosts Are Saying

  • Theatre Testimonial Host Concerts

    "Everything was so smooth! It was easy to connect with the artist and really nice to have a platform that handles the backend admin (SOCAN, artist payout, etc.)"

    The Park Place Theatre

  • House Concert Host

    "We like that it is artist owned, and the fees are very reasonable. The website is easy to use and build an event in collaboration with the artist. The real perk is the ticketing, and the fact that we don't have to handle cash. "

    Dead Horse Canyon

  • House Concert Host Review

    "We have continuously been amazed by the incredible talent and skill that has graced our living room stage. It's been one of the most rewarding endeavors of my life."

    The Brockton

  • House Concert Testimonial

    "It is an incredible feeling to have contributed in a small way to the journey of a growing number of artists."

    The.Victoria.House

Features You’ll Love

Gig Booking Platform Concert Host

  • Discover and connect with thousands of artists looking to perform in unique spaces like yours. Whether you want to host intimate acoustic sessions or lively bands, Side Door helps you find the perfect match.

  • Easily manage ticket sales, refunds, guest check-ins, and email communications—all from a single dashboard. Hosting a concert has never been so organized and efficient.

  • We handle the payouts for you. You and the artist will be paid automatically within 72 hours of the event’s conclusion—no headaches, no paperwork.

Watch Our Hosts' Stories

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Transform your space into a live music haven. Join hundreds of others already hosting concerts in their spaces.

Learn More Based on Your Space Type

Residential Hosts

For homeowners: Whether you have a backyard, living room, or another private space, Side Door makes it easy to host intimate concerts. Invite friends, family, or neighbors for a unique live music experience. Our platform streamlines everything from booking artists to managing ticket sales and payments.

Benefits for Residential Hosts:

  • Host memorable concerts in your own space.

  • Discover and book talented artists easily.

  • Manage ticketing, marketing, and payouts effortlessly.

  • Create a personalized, intimate concert experience.

Commercial Hosts

For cafés, bars, restaurants, or art galleries: Hosting live music can transform your venue into a destination, increase foot traffic, and create memorable experiences for your patrons. Side Door’s platform makes it easy to book artists, manage ticketing, and handle promotions effortlessly.

Benefits for Commercial Hosts:

  • Attract new customers with live performances.

  • Promote and manage events with a simple dashboard.

  • Handle ticketing, promotions, and payouts in one place.

  • Connect with artists looking to perform in unique venues like yours.

Community Hosts

For community organizations, churches, or cultural centers: Side Door makes it easy to host concerts that bring your community together. Create events that foster connection through live music while we handle the logistics.

Benefits for Community Hosts:

  • Bring your community together through live music.

  • Manage bookings, ticket sales, and promotions in one place.

  • Create meaningful, shared experiences through music.

  • Handle logistics, from ticketing to artist payouts.

 FAQs

  • At Side Door, we make it possible for anyone to host a concert—whether you run a business, own a home, manage a community space, or are an established venue. Our all-in-one platform makes it easy to connect with artists, handle logistics, and host events that foster community engagement—for free.

  • With Side Door, you can browse thousands of artists looking for unique spaces to perform. Our search tool (Show Call) helps you find performers based on location, genre, and availability, making booking artists easier than ever.

  • Side Door offers dedicated support for hosts to ensure a smooth experience. From help with booking artists to promoting events and managing logistics, our team is here to assist you every step of the way.

  • It’s free! There are no upfront fees. You get all the benefits of organizing and managing your event with ease.

    Learn how Side Door makes money on our pricing page.

  • Side Door makes ticketing easy by allowing you to set your own ticket prices or opt for pay-what-you-can (PWYC) pricing. Our platform handles all sales and refunds, and guests receive e-tickets to present at the door. You can track ticket sales and revenue in real-time from your dashboard.

  • It's completely up to you! If you're thinking of hosting a small, acoustic show, you won't need any technical equipment. For bigger shows, some artists might bring their own sound gear, while others may need you to provide basic equipment like microphones and speakers. You can let artists know about your equipment on your profile. In any case, Side Door can help connect you with artists that match your space's capabilities.

  • Yes! Side Door allows you to host both public and private events. If you want to host a more intimate, invite-only concert, your show will only be visible by a direct link, which you can share with a select group of people (your newsletter, etc.).

  • You and the artist decide the revenue split when booking the show. Once it's set, your share from ticket sales will show up in the event dashboard. Payouts are automatic, and you'll get paid within 72 hours after the show wraps up.