Bowery Ballroom

The Bowery Ballroom is a concert hall in Manhattan, United States, spanning several floors and used primarily as a performance space for live music. The basement hosts a lounge area, while the middle floor offers a raised balcony that overlooks the stage.

The building was completed in 1929 as a commercial property and originally served different purposes before being redesigned in the late 1990s. In 1998, the space was transformed into a music hall, giving the site its current function.

The building takes its name from the old Bowery street and serves today as a gathering point for music fans from across the city. Bands and audiences appreciate the clear acoustics and manageable size of the room, which allows close proximity to the stage.

The main hall offers standing space for a manageable number of visitors, allowing most concerts to start in the evening. Entry tickets can be reserved online or purchased directly on site, depending on availability.

Patti Smith chose this location for a series of New Year's Eve performances that became a tradition spanning more than a decade. These recurring shows turned the end of the year into a special event for her followers.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1998

Official opening: 1998

Website: http://boweryballroom.com

GPS coordinates: 40.72060,-73.99390

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25