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Where to Hear Live Music Near Starved Rock This Weekend (October 16-18)

October 15, 2026

Wondering what is happening in La Salle, IL? 9th Street Pub at 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301 keeps the calendar full: bands on the weekend, specials every weeknight, and a kitchen that runs late.

This Weekend's Lineup

  • Friday, October 16: Utica Witches Walk (16:00-21:00) – At the pub, everyone welcome.
  • Friday, October 16: Randy Noy (20:00-23:00) – Come early, eat first, stay for the set.
  • Saturday, October 17: Cut Throat (22:00-01:00) – Come early, eat first, stay for the set.
  • Sunday, October 18: Smilin Todd (17:00-20:00) – Live at the pub, cold beer and loud amps.

The Starved Rock Connection

The park gate towns fill up fast on summer weekends. La Salle is the local's alternative: 10 miles from Starved Rock, no wait for a table, and a bar that pours until 2am. More in our guide to restaurants near Starved Rock State Park.

Weekly Food and Drink Specials

  • Monday: Free Pool + $1.50 Sliders + $1.50 Busch or Busch Light
  • Tuesday: $1.50 P.B.R. + Taco Tuesday: 3 Tacos $3.50
  • Wednesday: $3 White Claw + $1.50 Sliders
  • Thursday: $3 Rail Mixers + 3 Tacos $3.50
  • Friday: Friday Walleye Fish Fry
  • Saturday: Karaoke Night

Specials are dine-in at the pub, 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301. See the daily specials menu for everything else in the kitchen.

Plan Your Visit

9th Street Pub, 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301 · (815) 223-8960 · Open 8am to 2am, seven days a week · Breakfast from 8am · Kitchen until 8pm Mon-Thu, 9pm Fri-Sun · Bar until 2am · About 10 miles (17 minutes) from Starved Rock State Park · Pool table, video gaming, jukebox · Full food menu · Gaming · Events calendar

Frequently Asked Questions

What food and drink specials does 9th Street Pub run?

Weekly staples include $1.50 sliders and free pool on Mondays, $3.50 taco deals on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and rotating beer and seltzer specials through the week. The events calendar lists what is on each day.

Is 9th Street Pub open on Sundays?

Yes, 9th Street Pub is open 8am to 2am seven days a week, and Sunday afternoons often feature live acoustic sets from 5 to 8pm.

Does 9th Street Pub serve breakfast?

Yes, breakfast is served from 8am daily. It is a popular first stop for people heading to Starved Rock State Park, which is about 17 minutes away.

How far is 9th Street Pub from Starved Rock State Park?

About 10 miles, roughly a 17-minute drive via IL-351 and IL-71. That makes the pub one of the closest full bars to Starved Rock that is open until 2am. See our Starved Rock guide.

Where can I hear live bands near Starved Rock State Park?

9th Street Pub in La Salle, about 10 miles from the park, books live music most weekends and is open until 2am, later than anything at the park gate. The events calendar shows every upcoming act.

Can I get food late at night in La Salle, IL?

9th Street Pub serves food until 8pm Monday to Thursday and until 9pm Friday to Sunday, later than most kitchens in the Illinois Valley, and the bar itself stays open until 2am every night.

The live music calendar always has the latest lineup, and the photo gallery shows you exactly what kind of night to expect. 253 9th St, La Salle, IL 61301, open 8am to 2am daily.