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9:30 Club

Music Venue, Rock Club, and Bar

U-Street, Washington

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9:30 Club

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Ranked #2 for music venues in Washington
This music venue is famous for their concerts. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"You really feel close to the stage and get an awesome experience."(10 Tips)
"My favorite music venue in DC."(4 Tips)
"Get there early to get a good seat on the 2nd floor balcony!"(13 Tips)
"Awesome and intimate concert venue."(4 Tips)

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Jonathan BanksApril 13, 2016
Music scene
Sue CApril 19, 2013
Remember photo ID....designated underage concert goer;)
Lance FiascoMay 26, 2013
Frequently imitated, NEVER duplicated.
ArararaApril 4, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Arrive early and hang out at the backbar!
James RogersJanuary 20, 2013
Yall have the best cupcakes
HallieMarch 26, 2011
When they say "doors open at 8" they mean "headliner takes the stage at 11." ugh. Make sure your smart phone is charged.
Sean SebastianJanuary 20, 2013
Stop. Look. Listen. Feel. Repeat.
SKEET ChevaliaSeptember 6, 2014
What's good here?
Andrew WhiteMarch 17, 2012
Boring tip: best music venue in DC
shaun quigleyNovember 25, 2010
Best concert venue on east coast
WILSONJuly 31, 2014
Get weird w/ WILSON from Detroit, MI! Read more
Bethany WillardJune 7, 2011
a great place to see a show!
Michael GulbronsonDecember 30, 2010
The best place in DC! Love it!
Shelly NuessleFebruary 24, 2011
Love standing at the rail upstairs!
Chris HendrixMay 8, 2011
Watch out! I know people that been permanently-stacked here during awesome shows!
Jordan R.April 22, 2012
DO NOT DRINK SWEET TEA. according to overly zealous & serious DC police peeing in public is a fineable offense.
Oranu VictorMarch 6, 2021
I'm strong
Shannon MillerJuly 30, 2009
Been here 5+ times
Arrive with an appetite and order the Nachos of Ulysses. Best nachos ever!
Jessie HwangJune 11, 2014
They don't take American express
Benjamin HaskellJanuary 24, 2011
Upstairs coat check for the win.
Lauren :DDecember 11, 2009
by FAR the best place to see a show in DC.
Jordan R.April 22, 2012
Not sure why its called the 9:30 club, the doors opened at 8pm, I am thoroughly disgusted at the false advertising.
Detroit On TapDecember 9, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Make sure to hit up basement bar after show
MAJIK THE ENTERTAINERApril 6, 2011
up close and in your face...i love this place
Dani WeymouthNovember 27, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Be sure to ask for Pam's hot coco tonight!!!
Eric BlessingFebruary 17, 2010
Check a show out, crawl in a bag, and head to Ben's Chili Bowl after the show.
Peter HutchinsOctober 2, 2014
Been here 100+ times
Afghan Wigs
Jerome WilliamsAugust 3, 2010
If you are coming for a concert be sure to bring hearing protection.
Detroit On TapNovember 23, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Half odd drinks in basement bar after shows
C. SOctober 21, 2009
Good place to catch shows. Take comfortable shoes, though; basically no seats. Read more
Lozano PucheOctober 19, 2009
Bajo Fondo Tango Club. Awesome venue, unbelievable band!
nick violiMarch 22, 2009
Been here 10+ times
see the opening band. drink a dogfish head raison d'etre
DJ PattersonApril 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Definitely need to change the soap. It smells like vomit. Reminds me of elementary school.
Audrey SchaeferDecember 8, 2009
Don't forget the 9:30 Club cupcakes. Yum! Read more
Carey MillerMarch 11, 2010
Catch a live show - check out the upstairs bar/VIP.
Megan BishoffAugust 3, 2010
Dan Black was incredible. I'm in love
Stephanie McCuskeyJuly 25, 2010
If you're over 21 hit up the basement bar.
Matthew KuzavaSeptember 9, 2010
Best. Venue. Ever.
BC 😎🎶March 24, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Great venue.
Sean StevensonDecember 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Do not check your coat
Rose BakerOctober 22, 2009
Catch US Air Guitar competition. Guaranteed a night you will never forget.
Krista ChesterJune 15, 2010
You up front yet? Get wigglin!
Mario 😎September 27, 2011
Been here 50+ times
stop pushing!!!
Jim TricaricoOctober 26, 2010
They axriaully puta liquieor inn thrkir dronks.
shaan golaMarch 28, 2011
see you der....
Daniel DeeJanuary 20, 2010
Been here 5+ times
See a concert, maybe try a cupcake? Read more
Susan OstrowskiJune 6, 2010
Great veggie burgers!
scott douglassJanuary 16, 2011
Been here 10+ times
the bathrooms taste like mint.
Cissey YeMarch 5, 2010
Cupcakes are amazing !!!!
Chris HendrixMay 8, 2011
Permanently-stack = stanked

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