9:30 Club, Music venue in U Street Corridor, Washington D.C., United States
The 9:30 Club is a music venue in the U Street Corridor of Washington D.C. that hosts performances in a three-level room with standing tiers and an open dance floor. The movable stage runs on rails while side balconies create additional viewing angles.
The venue opened in 1980 on F Street as a small room and moved to V Street in 1996, where a larger building could accommodate more visitors. The relocation coincided with the revival of the U Street Corridor after decades of decline.
Artists perform here in a setting that mixes major acts with rising names while maintaining closeness between stage and audience. The house draws fans willing to line up early to secure spots near the front rows.
Entry is through steps from the sidewalk, though a wheelchair-accessible entrance is available at the side and leads directly to the main level. Early arrival allows better positioning since most areas have no fixed seating.
Every performing musician receives homemade chocolate cupcakes bearing the house logo, a gesture that has continued for over a decade. The kitchen bakes these treats fresh for each performance, whether it's a debut appearance or an established tour.
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