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The Bowery Presents

Bowery Ballroom

Rock Club
Lower East Side, New York
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    Cody W.
    "Direct view of the stage and no one standing in front of you."(16 Tips)
    sam s.
    "Best place in town to catch an intimate show!!"(19 Tips)
    Ryan J.
    "Great sound, and I especially like the view from the balcony."(27 Tips)
    The Bowery Presents
    "balcony right behind the soundboard."(6 Tips)
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  • Gothamist
    GothamistAugust 1, 2014
    The Bowery Ballroom has been one of the city's premiere rock venues since opening on the Lower East Side in 1997, hosting hip bands by the boatload in its intimate, 550-person space. Read more
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  • Rebecca B.
    Rebecca BalnisSeptember 8, 2017
    When I'm in California I'm at the Casbah, and when I'm in New York this is where you'll find me.
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    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • Jason S.heart icon on user image
    Jason SchulweisDecember 29, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Similar set up and size to Music Hall of Williamsburg: solid acts and it allows fans to head upstairs to escape the the crowd and snag a few beers. Great spot for shows (and close to subways!)
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    Upvoted Oct 2
  • Peter W.heart icon on user image
    Peter WuAugust 7, 2014
    My favorite concert venue in NY. Great acoustics, w/ an intimate feel. They do a great job of booking indie bands that complement the space. Don't forget to check out the balcony!
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  • Javier R.heart icon on user image
    Javier RamosMay 28, 2015
    It is a great venue. I came here to see Kiasmos and Beacon, and the atmosphere downstairs was very intimate. Upstairs, everything was definitely amazing.
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  • Emily W.heart icon on user image
    Emily WilsonFebruary 11, 2016
    An awesome, intimate venue. A sold out show will never be overcrowded. The downstairs bar is cool, too.
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  • Chris R.heart icon on user image
    Chris RaghoobarDecember 3, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Any venue I rate, I say they're a great place to see live music. But Bowery Ballroom is by & far one of the greatest. Whether your on the floor or up in the balcony, you're sure to have a great time.
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  • Rachel I.heart icon on user image
    Rachel IvyJanuary 31, 2016
    Great bands come through this venue, and the balcony section is pretty great (don't worry it has a bar!)
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  • ben m.heart icon on user image
    ben mAugust 28, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Head to the balcony, the views and sound are great from up there, you can avoid the crowds on the floor (if you want to) and you can get a drink quick from the bar up there.
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  • New York Habitat
    New York HabitatJuly 10, 2012
    Converted into a music venue in 1997, the Bowery Ballroom features artists from all genres. It's very spacious and the balcony is a great place to take it all in!
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  • Melissa R.heart icon on user image
    Melissa RosenthalSeptember 22, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Hands down the best venue to see live music in the city. I've been coming here over 10 years and can't imagine the music scene without it.
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  • The Bowery Presents
    Get there early to grab a spot on the balcony right behind the soundboard. You’ll have the perfect view and nobody will knock into your drink.
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  • Ranu R.heart icon on user image
    Ranu RajkarnikarMarch 16, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    My favorite venue in NYC. Never crowded even when sold out, amazing stage views and little to no wait for drinks. What's not to like?
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  • Valerie L.
    Valerie LaiFebruary 6, 2013
    Favorite mid-size music venue in New York. Consistently draws in the best indie bands. If the show you want is sold out, try Music Hall of Williamsburg (they usually play there too).
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  • Robbert v.heart icon on user image
    Robbert van BatenburgOctober 17, 2021
    Intimate small concert venue in the heart of the Lower East Side that has a variety of craft beers on tap
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  • Jeff P.heart icon on user image
    Jeff PetrielloSeptember 18, 2013
    I've been coming here for over a decade now, and it's still one of the best places to see a show that I've ever been to.
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  • Anna A.
    Anna AloisioOctober 4, 2012
    Walk a few blocks over to the corner of Kenmare and Mulberry and check out Toby's Public House. They have the best brick-oven pizza and wood-fired specialties, great drinks and an awesome atmosphere!
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  • Mike M.
    Mike McBryanApril 6, 2015
    Such a great venue! Can't tell you how much I appreciate a good show AND being able to get to the bar / bathroom without trampling / shoving people. Makes the experience 10x better.
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  • Connie C.heart icon on user image
    Connie ChiuJanuary 15, 2018
    Came here for an event and loved the space. Downstairs room for lounging around and upstairs for dancing (lots of room). A lot of women’s bathroom too 🙌🏽
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  • Ken W.heart icon on user image
    Ken WestApril 14, 2016
    Much respect for Vanessa behind the bar - a pro - one of the (amazingly) few bartenders in NYC that knows how to make a vodka gimlet the right way
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  • Ryan A.
    Ryan AmbsSeptember 13, 2014
    Great place to catch a band before they get famous. Small, intimate venue. Seats along the balcony if you get early enough but you really want to be down on the floor.
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  • Carl G.heart icon on user image
    Carl GriffinDecember 25, 2015
    Really intimate venue. You will feel almost as if you are part of the band.
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  • The Wild Honey Pie
    The Wild Honey PieOctober 17, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Did you know that the beautiful Bowery Ballroom was first constructed as a high end retail store in 1929?
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  • Ear Candy Go: Music
    Ear Candy Go: MusicJanuary 4, 2012
    Snag a table upstairs and pretend you're a VIP or grab a drink in the basement to take a break from the noise. Fantastic sound and great sightlines make this a downtown favorite. Read more
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  • Christy C.heart icon on user image
    Christy CampbellJanuary 8, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    I think this has the best sound out of all the Bowery Presents venues. It is a nice, semi-big space where great bands play.
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  • H B.
    H BombzApril 9, 2012
    The best sound around Front left to avoid b smart &don't push the ladies dudes. If the chick behind you is teeny tiny be nice & let her in front of your 6'6" badass self she'll be super greatful!
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  • Diego R.
    Diego RufoApril 5, 2011
    One of the best music venues in NY. It books great bands, both well known and up-and-coming. If you’re curious about an artist, this is where you seem them. And it does not oversell the space!! Read more
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  • AKWheart icon on user image
    AKWDecember 20, 2012
    This place is very spacious. Downstairs is where you can get a drink and listen to music and upstairs you are up close and personal to the stage and crowd.
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  • RCRD LBL
    RCRD LBLFebruary 28, 2011
    This New York mainstay is a must for any indie music fan. Don't leave too soon after the show because you can usually catch the talent having a drink at the end of the night in the downstairs bar.
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  • Will O.heart icon on user image
    Will OliverAugust 23, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    My favorite place to see a concert in NYC. Great sound, great staff, good atmosphere. Love it
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  • Robin J.heart icon on user image
    Robin JohannsenMarch 16, 2015
    This is a wonderful venue for seeing artists. The show will be excellent but you'll still feel close to the band.
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  • Guest of a Guest
    Guest of a GuestOctober 12, 2011
    “I try to go to shows as much as possible, and this is, hands down, my favorite venue in the city. It has the best acoustics, and the roster of bands is always interesting.” Read more
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  • Afi Y.heart icon on user image
    Afi Yellow-DukeNovember 21, 2015
    great, chill space for going to shows. the acoustics are great, and most of the fellow concertgoers are rad!
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  • Tom C.
    Tom CryptoSeptember 1, 2017
    My favorite small/medium size venue in NYC. Definitely see a show here if you have the chance!
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  • Louis M.heart icon on user image
    Louis MattaMay 2, 2018
    One of the remaining classic NYC style venues. Has a cool bar area in the lower floor.
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  • Gabriel H.heart icon on user image
    Gabriel HayesSeptember 16, 2015
    Awesome music venue in SoHo. Gets very good acts but has a more intimate atmosphere with the performers.
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  • Janice T.
    Janice TaylorNovember 6, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Get here when doors open or you will be stuck waaay in the back.
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  • CMJ
    CMJAugust 29, 2012
    Who would have thought that an old department store would turn into one of the city's best music venues? Established in 1997, the Bowery Ballroom quickly become a mecca for indie-rock fans.
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  • StageBuddy
    StageBuddyApril 19, 2013
    The Bowery Ballroom can be tricky, because of its layout. First you go downstairs, then head for the back left corner of the bar area for the stairwell to the venue. Don't go other ways! Read more
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  • Ashley R.heart icon on user image
    Ashley RoseApril 6, 2015
    My new favorite spot for shoes. It's set up similarly to Terminal 5 with the second level but much more intimate.
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  • Mischaheart icon on user image
    MischaSeptember 17, 2015
    This is a classic among music venues in NYC, one small ones have to say, but with a lot of magic within its walls.
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  • Lindsey R.
    Lindsey RhoadesJuly 24, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    This venue is the perfect size and has several nice bars with quick service. Catch your favorite up-and-coming indie band here before they get too popular to play such an intimate club.
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  • Marthaheart icon on user image
    MarthaJuly 10, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    excellent venue. great sound, intimate setting.
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  • Mike N.heart icon on user image
    Mike NickersonJanuary 29, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    One of my favorite music venues in the city! Go to the bar downstairs before the show
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  • Ryan T.heart icon on user image
    Ryan ThomasApril 1, 2015
    Great small venue, not bad seat in the house go see great bands. Saw Rainer Maria on NYE and it was excellent
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  • Gabriel H.heart icon on user image
    Gabriel HayesSeptember 16, 2015
    For a good view of the show, watch from the balcony near the soundboard. Can get up there with general admission.
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  • Alex F.
    Alex FishMarch 3, 2015
    One of the last intimate ballrooms in NYC to see some up and coming acts
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  • Julian M.heart icon on user image
    Julian ModestoMarch 30, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    GET A VIEW FROM THE BALCONY AND NAB A TABLE
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  • Michael Dylan F.heart icon on user image
    Great venue. Decent drink options that won't cost you an arm and a leg.
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  • Brian M.
    Brian McFaddenMarch 1, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    If you absolutely need a crappy sound system for your show, play here. That said, I like the place overall for reasons mentioned by others.
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