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About South on Main

South on Main was a cornerstone of Little Rock’s intimate music scene, located at 1304 S Main St in the SoMa (South on Main) area. The venue historically offered a mix of general admission, reserved, and premium seating for intimate performances, with notable hosts like the Oxford American concert series and jazz programs. After closing in December 2022, the space reopened as GiGi’s Lounge in 2024, continuing the tradition of live entertainment in a warm, brewery-like atmosphere. Whether you’re catching a thoughtful jazz set or a singer-songwriter afternoon, this downtown venue remains a friend you can rely on for great shows close to your hotel and dining options.

Below you’ll find practical details to help you secure your seats, plan parking, and navigate transit, plus nearby lodging and dining to make a night of it in Little Rock’s downtown core.

Seating at the former South on Main noted around great seats seats, with public seating charts historically showing general admission areas alongside reserved and premium options for select events. While the space has transitioned to GiGi’s Lounge, the site remains a focal point for intimate performances in downtown Little Rock. If you’re planning a trip to a show, we’ve got you covered with practical parking guidance, transit routes, and nearby hotels and restaurants to keep your evening seamless. Secure your seats through trusted ticket sources, and enjoy the close-up experience that this venue has long offered.

Contact information and performance calendars are subject to change; check the GiGi’s Lounge page and our listings for the latest show details and access options. We’re here to help you find the performance you want with straightforward, no-nonsense steps to purchase and attend.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and venue type: 1304 S Main St, Little Rock, AR 72202; a small live-music venue integrated with a restaurant/bar (SoMa).
  • Status/rename: South on Main closed in December 2022; space later reopened as GiGi’s Lounge in 2024 (GiGi’s Lounge listed at the same address).
  • Capacity: reported around 200 seats (sources vary; commonly cited as ~200, with some listings noting ~220).
  • Seating/chart: historical references describe GA, Reserved and Premium seating options for certain shows; public seating charts existed for ticketed events (e.g., 2019 Oxford American shows).
  • Notable events hosted: Oxford American concert series and other intimate jazz programs; Sounds of the South (2019) noted for 200-seat capacity; Joan Shelley performance noted in LR culture coverage.
  • Parking: metered street parking after 6 p.m. and on weekends; side-street parking often free; nearby venues note bus parking at ESSE Purse Museum and South on Main.
  • Transit: located in downtown Little Rock with access to bus routes and proximity to the Blue Line streetcar; nearby stops include Main St & 11th St.
  • Nearby hotels: multiple downtown options within a short walk (e.g., Little Rock Marriott, Empress of Little Rock, West Capitol hotels, etc.).