Discover Live Folk or Indie Music at a Cultural Hub

Turin boasts a legendary indie and underground music scene. This activity brings you to a historic, atmospheric cinema-turned-cultural-bar right in the city's heart, offering an intimate setting to sip craft drinks, eat local snacks, and hear live folk and indie tunes.

Overview

Experience Torino's underground heart at Blah Blah, an iconic venue located on the historic Via Po. Once an early 20th-century family cinema, this creative space has evolved into a beloved cultural hub. It seamlessly blends a retro, cinematic aesthetic with a bustling bar, kitchen, and a stage dedicated to live acoustic acts, folk, indie, and alternative rock. It is the perfect spot to rub shoulders with local artists, enjoy a classic Turinese apericena, and discover emerging talent.

Step-by-step Plan

Late Afternoon Stroll (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM): Begin with a walk down the grand, arched porticoes of Via Po, heading from Piazza Castello toward the river. Take in the historic bookstore stalls and royal-era vibe.
Aperitivo & Dinner (7:30 PM - 9:00 PM): Arrive at Blah Blah (Via Po 21). Grab a table surrounded by vintage cinema posters and order a classic Turinese cocktail (like a Negroni or a local vermouth-based drink) paired with their signature evening buffet/apericena.
Find your Stage Spot (9:00 PM - 9:30 PM): Shift over to the performance area. Depending on the night's gig, it might be a seated acoustic setup or an intimate standing-room crowd.
The Live Show (9:30 PM - 11:30 PM): Immerse yourself in the set. Shows typically feature everything from solo folk singer-songwriters and acoustic pop duos to atmospheric psych-rock bands.
Post-Show Wind Down (11:30 PM - 12:30 AM): Enjoy a late-night craft beer, chat with the performers or locals, and soak in the post-gig hum before heading back.

Reservations & Hours

Hours: Blah Blah is open Tuesday through Sunday from late afternoon (often 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM depending on the day) until late (around 1:00 AM or 3:00 AM on weekends). Closed on Mondays.
Reservations: No reservations are needed to enter the bar or restaurant, but for popular ticketed concerts, it is highly recommended to buy presale tickets via their website or partner links (e.g., PayPal/Dice) to guarantee entry. Free-entry nights are common for mid-week acoustic sets.

What to Bring

Cash or card for the bar and concert entry.
A light jacket (the stone arches of Via Po can get breezy at night).
Your phone or a small camera to capture the retro cinema-bar aesthetic.

Budget

Gig Entry: Free to €15 depending on the artist.
Drinks: €5–€8 for beers or cocktails.
Food / Apericena: €10–€15 for drinks paired with food options.
Total Estimated Budget: €20–€35 per person.

Tips & Accessibility

Getting There: Highly accessible via public transport. Take tram 13, 15, or bus 55/56 and get off at the "Po" or "Sant'Ottavio" stops, just a short walk from the venue.
Accessibility: The main bar area is ground level and accessible, but the inner performance room can occasionally get crowded or narrow. Reach out to the venue in advance if you have specific seating or mobility needs.
Local Vibe: Don't hesitate to order a vermouth (the classic fortified wine invented in Turin) to start your night off like a true local.

Backup Plan

If Blah Blah is unexpectedly sold out, head to Off Topic (Via Giorgio Pallavicino 35), another phenomenal multidisciplinary cultural hub and bistro in North Turin that hosts regular live music, indie acts, and cultural events. Alternatively, for larger, dedicated alternative/indie concert lineups, check the schedule at sPAZIO211 (Via Francesco Cigna 211).