Oscura Concerts

Over time, Oscura has become a second home for many people in Manatee County! The staff are incredibly kind, the food and drinks are spectacular and the different events that get put on are always a hit. Personally, I've made many friends just by coming to Oscura and interacting at events and I'm always so proud to show off this establishment to other people. I could go on and on about how much I love this place, but I think you should just go for yourself to see! For first timers, I recommend going to the Friendly City Flea which takes place once a month on Sundays at Oscura. Great time to try out the venue while seeing and shopping from amazing local artists. 10/10. Will continue to recommend again and again.

Sarasota and Manatee have a serious lack of small venues for local and traveling bands, artists, etc. I am so thrilled to have Oscura exists. They constantly have great shows and events, including those for local residents to perform with open mics and poetry reading. Also, the drink menu is carefully and thoughtfully curated. The coffee is fantastic. The cocktails are fun and delicious. The non-alcoholic options are more extensive than anywhere I’ve been in our area. I absolutely love checking out shows here. In my hometown up north, there was a local or traveling bands playing original music somewhere nearly every night of the week and I’m from a town of 100k. Oscura brings me back to those days and the vibes are immaculate.

My first time to Oscura was awesome! Invited by one of the playwrights for a special event…”A Nightmarrish Barroom Brouhaha”…and was very happy!! Drinks were delicious. Special menu in play with Hummus plate (fantastic!), Martini chips( awesome), Cuban sandwich, and Roast Beef Sandwich were all good portions and yummy. Prices were fair (see pic). Atmosphere is really cool. Spooky decorations were hung for the event but love the standard decor too. Classic photos and historical items like a Les Paul collage of the original studio and history about it. Also gig photos and record wall were really neat. Some high top tables and couches were available for alternative seating options. Bar area is comfy with under bar hooks for your bag and ample USB plug stations at the bar(Thank You!)

A true hidden gem! I've passed this place several times and have always been intrigued, and I finally had the opportunity to stop in. The natural lighting the building has is beautiful and offers a great place to sit back, enjoy coffee, and read. There is also a stage for bands to perform. I am hoping to come back and enjoy one of the performances soon.

My favorite morning stop for coffee! Love the Lavender Latte…. Leo is an awesome Barista! And, at night, Oscura becomes a trendy music hotspot - excellent drinks, dinners and music!