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Highline Ballroom

Highline Ballroom, Music venue in Chelsea, Manhattan, United States

Description

Highline Ballroom was a music venue in Chelsea with capacity for around 700 attendees. The space featured a central stage equipped with advanced lighting technology and professional audio systems for live performances.

History

The venue operated at 431 West 16th Street until February 2019, when it closed after a final performance by The Roots. The location was later reopened as Racket NYC, continuing its role in Manhattan's music scene.

Culture

The space hosted performers from many musical styles including alternative, electronic, folk, hip-hop, indie, pop, rock, and world music. Visitors encountered a wide range of sounds and artistic directions in a single location.

Practical

The venue was wheelchair accessible via ramps and elevators, making it easy for all visitors to enter the space. Regular hours extended into the evening on weekdays, with extended times available on weekends for event scheduling.

Did you know?

After closing, the space was transformed into Racket NYC, maintaining the location's ongoing connection to Manhattan's music culture. This change shows how the building continued to support artistic performances and local creative activity.

Location
Opening Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00-23:00; Saturday 11:00-24:00; Sunday 00:00-04:00,11:00-23:00
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GPS coordinates
40.74300,-74.00589
Latest update
December 9, 2025 18:41

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