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9:30 Club

9:30 Club

Music Venue, Rock Club, and Bar
U-Street, Washington
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    This music venue is famous for their concerts. It's one of the most popular in the city!
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    Carolina E.
    "You really feel close to the stage and get an awesome experience."(10 Tips)
    Matt F.
    "My favorite music venue in DC."(4 Tips)
    Pearl A.
    "Get there early to get a good seat on the 2nd floor balcony!"(13 Tips)
    Kristen M.
    "Awesome and intimate concert venue."(4 Tips)
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  • EmmeGirls M.
    EmmeGirls ModelsMarch 22, 2011
    Arrive early and stand upstairs at the famed 930 Club. EmmeGirls Models performed with Sebastian Bach, Dave Navarro, Billy Morrison, Matt Sorum, Chris Chaney & Stevie Stevens at Camp Freddy DC Read more
  • Brian G.
    Brian GrunerJanuary 24, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    It's billboard's #1 club in america for a reason, folks. go there!
  • Jordan R.
    Jordan R.April 22, 2012
    When raining with long lines outside, wait and walk in at 815 totally dry and just push your way to the front.
  • Allison K.heart icon on user image
    Allison KasicOctober 9, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    The renovated bathrooms are swanky.
  • Jessica F.
    Jessica ForresterJuly 22, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Grab a spot on the balcony early- You'll have room to move AND be able to see.
  • Valerie S.heart icon on user image
    Valerie SNovember 2, 2015
    Great venue and bar
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BelloMarch 16, 2015
    Vegan chili with Brown rice!
  • Eric S.
    Eric SingletaryJune 22, 2010
    The best place to see a show. Goldfrapp was amazing my next show is Robyn with kelis .
  • Mike R.
    Mike RoxasFebruary 21, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Stop by to visit the venue. Best place to see live music! Run by some great people and staff! Read more
  • Russell B.
    Russell BoswellJune 3, 2013
    Great dc music and comedy spot
  • Bob D.heart icon on user image
    Bob DunFebruary 20, 2015
    Good sound and parking was easy.
  • Jordan R.
    Jordan R.April 22, 2012
    On a chilly night, it is recommended to have a sun burn to survive long lines outside.
  • Shyam N.
    Shyam NathanDecember 27, 2013
    Greatest place for sound. ..gonna be a good night!
  • Julia L.heart icon on user image
    Julia Lord NickleDecember 6, 2015
    Best venue in DC
  • Brad E.
    Brad E.December 14, 2011
    Get a VIP pass for special seating and great view of stage
  • Gina
    GinaAugust 7, 2010
    Best venue for die-hard fans - up close and personal. *Gogol Bordello* on the 1st weekend in January!
  • Kevin H.
    Kevin HarberNovember 24, 2009
    Been here 25+ times
    Get there early, hit the coffee bar upstairs and try one of the chocolate cupcakes ($3). Your mouth will thank you afterward.
  • Humberto M.
    Humberto MartinezJanuary 17, 2012
    The coat check downstairs is for dummies: there are two more upstairs
  • José R.heart icon on user image
    José RosalesAugust 3, 2015
    Concerts & dancing
  • Dan E.
    Dan EMarch 12, 2013
    It's always fun to let one rip when somebody is all on your back.
  • Felypeheart icon on user image
    FelypeMarch 9, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    The best venue in DC
  • Jeb G.
    Jeb GavinMarch 26, 2010
    Been here 50+ times
    After the show, the bar downstairs stays open. Good place to wait out the crowd. If only there was a tunnel from there to Ben's...
  • Dan S.
    Dan ShankDecember 1, 2011
    Liz won tickets thru #unitedsocialsports and I was her plus 1!!!!! For Robin Thicke
  • Hallie
    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.
  • Mary B.
    Mary BrunelleDecember 13, 2011
    It was a great place to be at the back bar before the show:>)...even a no show:>)
  • Brandon H.heart icon on user image
    Brandon HawkinsApril 14, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Head to the "hidden" bar downstairs for a quieter scene pre-show
  • Shannon Y.
    Shannon YazurloAugust 4, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Scope out the Barbie dolls on the bathroom doors! 👯
  • Ericu D.heart icon on user image
    Ericu DesuJune 19, 2016
    This place is nowhere else.
  • Ben L.
    Ben LaMasterOctober 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Stand in the middle of the horse shoe upstairs for the best view and sound
  • Brandieheart icon on user image
    BrandieSeptember 22, 2012
    Get here early
  • Derek D.
    Derek DyeSeptember 26, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Lenny Kravitz daughter? and Lily Allen. #YOLO or something like that
  • Bobby D.
    Bobby DigitalDecember 28, 2010
    For the love of all things holy go see The Roots here their show is incredible :)
  • Madeline D.
    Madeline Dell'AriaFebruary 16, 2013
    Nice venue. But worst Long Island iced tea I've ever had.
  • Joel P.
    Joel PhillipsJuly 21, 2012
    Bass really resonates upstairs in the balcony
  • Sue C.
    Sue CApril 19, 2013
    Remember photo ID....designated underage concert goer;)
  • Jack A.
    Jack AndryszakJune 30, 2011
    I love this venue. Was last there for Dark Star Orchestra. Great show. Jack
  • Leo H.heart icon on user image
    Leo HerreraOctober 17, 2016
    Space in the venue
  • Claireheart icon on user image
    ClaireNovember 15, 2011
    Tip the merch guys, they really appreciate it!
  • Chris H.
    Chris HendrixMay 8, 2011
    Watch out! I know people that been permanently-stacked here during awesome shows!
  • Michelle P.
    Michelle PrattDecember 12, 2011
    Great venue, parking is a little shady.
  • JB A.
    JB AAugust 5, 2012
    They have amazing cupcakes!
  • Pai J.
    Pai Jr.October 7, 2010
    Great spot for shows....get there early to get in front!
  • leshislove
    leshisloveMay 6, 2013
    Back bar tender Stacy is da bomb!
  • Ryan M.
    Ryan MalcolmDecember 5, 2011
    Dc kids can't handle a real pit, who does the pogo at a metal show? Long live RVA metal
  • cynthia c.
    cynthia caseMay 2, 2009
    rocking nightclub...used to drive up to see jason & the scorchers ...last yr saw michael franti there ..great crowd, good energy, easy parking next door
  • Ryan C.
    Ryan CheekMarch 18, 2016
    Music history
  • Sean S.
    Sean SebastianJanuary 20, 2013
    Stop. Look. Listen. Feel. Repeat.
  • Jordan R.
    Jordan R.April 22, 2012
    DO NOT DRINK SWEET TEA. according to overly zealous & serious DC police peeing in public is a fineable offense.
  • Jonathan B.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan BanksApril 13, 2016
    Music scene
  • Lance F.heart icon on user image
    Lance FiascoMay 26, 2013
    Frequently imitated, NEVER duplicated.
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