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The National

The National

Music Venue, Concert Hall, and Rock Club
Capitol District, Richmond
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  • Vesper A.heart icon on user image
    Vesper AOctober 9, 2017
    Concert venue. If you go upstairs there is a really chill bar that serves (limited) food. I got a slice of pizza and was surprised with how filling it was! Easy access to the highway too for travelers
  • Thomas N.heart icon on user image
    Thomas NelsonAugust 15, 2013
    They have like 2 bars, a restaurant and a kick-ass music scene that always comes to this place. Great sound system too. What more could you ask for from a good venue?
  • SMG D.heart icon on user image
    SMG DesignJanuary 5, 2016
    Great place to see a show but the sound isn't all that good. You have to get in front of the mixing board if you want to hear it good.
    Upvoted Oct 13
  • Brian B.
    Brian BassettJuly 10, 2013
    One of the cities best live music venues. During training camp the National will host various acts like The Dropkick Murphys, Steve Earle & The Dukes and "Uncle Ted" -- the one and only Ted Nugent.
  • THINK PINK FLOYD B.
    THINK PINK FLOYD BILLYOctober 12, 2016
    Think Pink Floyd USA would like the opportunity to perform for you during the 2017/18 season. watch the band https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L20EDNSw93E THANK YOU (THE BAND) WWW.THINKPINKFLOYD.COM
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    HollieMay 10, 2015
    Beautiful venue, unfortunately it was so damn hot. They also had a small smoking area outside, and it just poured smoke in. They should have just let them smoke inside.
  • Feedback
    FeedbackAugust 3, 2011
    We're so fortunate to have a such a great venue like this in our hometown! It seems like every act that plays here comes back again... some of the best performances we've seen!
  • *Sabrinaheart icon on user image
    *SabrinaAugust 3, 2013
    Dear Jesse Hasek of 10 Years, we love you and your beautiful music. Never stop doing what drives you. Fans til the end, Raven and *Sabrina
  • Dustin M.heart icon on user image
    Dustin MatthewsJanuary 30, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    Among the best venues in America. Great sound, great staff, and great partners to XL102. @xl102richmond
  • Eddie L.
    Eddie LambJuly 13, 2013
    Cool venue. Really easy to find off of 95. Parking in back!!
  • Brad Z.heart icon on user image
    Brad ZickafooseOctober 23, 2014
    Another great music venue in Virginia. If you like The NorVa in Norfolk, you'll love this place.
  • gungho guides g.
    If the bars downstairs are too crowded, make your way upstairs. There's another bar on the right-hand side. You can also order food from the late night menu!
  • Brian B.
    Brian BassettAugust 10, 2018
    One of the cities best live music venues. Franz Ferdinand plays on Aug 11th!
  • Mrs T.heart icon on user image
    Mrs ThomasNovember 19, 2016
    Nice venue. Warning uou are standing, leave the cute heels at home!
  • Liz
    LizApril 8, 2013
    Awesome venue! You can get right up against the stage, very cozy!
  • Phillip V.heart icon on user image
    Phillip VaughanJune 14, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Really great acts come here all the time!
  • Genette J.heart icon on user image
    Genette JonesSeptember 11, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    I've seen a lot of phenomenal shows here. Just wish people would STFU during performances. Why pay good money to get drunk and chat it up with your buddies the whole time?
  • Chad B.
    Chad BrownAugust 20, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Most of the balcony upstairs is open to the public and offers a great view of the stage.
  • Peter P.heart icon on user image
    Peter PateMarch 10, 2017
    Great music venue, cold beer.
  • The Flats a.
    So much fun a the national. Check out the web sight for the next show!
  • RVA Badge
    RVA BadgeJanuary 31, 2012
    Richmond's Premiere 1500 person venue is general admission and offers VIP sections and two private bars upstairs.
  • The Flats a.
    Great music spot in Richmond!
  • Chris
    ChrisMarch 21, 2010
    Amazing old theater with great architectural details and history, but face it, we're really all just here to see the show!
  • The Flats a.
    Time to go see a show! Check out the schedule on the National's web page.
  • Mark
    MarkNovember 30, 2013
    Concerts start on time, so get your ass there early!
  • Alyssa A.heart icon on user image
    Alyssa AndersonSeptember 13, 2015
    Great artists that preform!
  • Justin B.heart icon on user image
    Justin BOctober 29, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Tip for The National. While inbetween bands, don't play songs from the band that's playing tonight.
  • Peter M.
    Peter MantsouraniMay 28, 2011
    Great venue. Great sound system. Great schedules.
  • Mike F.
    Mike FerriJuly 28, 2011
    Borrow an electric beard trimmer from Tom Falcone so you don't look like a homeless person... Also enjoy an ice cold Dr. Pepper.
  • Rena
    RenaAugust 19, 2010
    Great place to see concerts. Awesome in Summer since they have AC.
  • Chad W.heart icon on user image
    Chad WilliamsJanuary 27, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    1500 person venue pulling in National to Local actshttp://www.thenationalva.com
  • Donna D.
    Donna DuschekDecember 30, 2013
    Awesome sound system!
  • Nona
    NonaMay 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Great handicap seating.
  • Photo F.
    Photo FinishFebruary 6, 2012
    Check out The Downtown Fiction w/ Mayday Parade, We The Kings and Anarbor on 3/06!!! Read more
  • Justin B.heart icon on user image
    Justin BOctober 29, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Tip for The National. While inbetween bands, don't play songs of the band that's playing tonight.
  • Jack's Mannequin On Tour
    Come back and see Jack's Mannequin Live on July 8th, 2011. More info here: http://jacksmannequin.com/tour
  • Eddie I.
    Eddie IdelNovember 8, 2012
    AWESOME!!!
  • Chad W.heart icon on user image
    Chad WilliamsOctober 17, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Best music spot in RVA.
  • Douglas H.heart icon on user image
    Douglas HaleApril 3, 2016
    Rock Concerts
  • Maria J.
    Maria JonesOctober 14, 2011
    often, good bands perform here :)
  • Rainy Day Fix
    Rainy Day FixJune 26, 2011
    This theatre was saved from demolition by Historic Richmond Foundation.
  • Chino N.heart icon on user image
    Chino NadalFebruary 24, 2013
    AWSOME place To go
  • Chris
    ChrisSeptember 3, 2010
    Get there early, and expect old women to judge you for dancing (like they did w/ my friends and me at Adam Lambert)
  • Ashley B.
    Ashley BuffeyMay 22, 2011
    Go on Sunday at 10am for Commonwealth Chapel.
  • Ryan S.
    Ryan StanikkAugust 10, 2011
    Check out NEW RIOT who supported Reel Big Fish and Streetlight Manifesto!
  • Heather M.
    Heather MorrisJune 10, 2013
    Pretty sure it is illegal for a guy to frisk a girl upon entering. Shame on you national for not having a woman working.
  • Dustin H.
    Dustin HaddenhamOctober 29, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Check out the scary room in the vip area...
  • Mary P.
    Mary PJune 4, 2013
    Way better than the norva
  • Melissa E.
    Melissa EppsNovember 8, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    If the play black balloon....look out cuz im crowd surfin...
  • Groom T.
    Groom TaxiMarch 3, 2012
    If you really want to Rock. Roll with the National
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