Webster Hall

Knowing Webster Hall’s venue policies ahead of time ensures a smoother, stress-free experience on event day. From entry requirements to prohibited items, being prepared means you can focus on enjoying the show instead of worrying about the details.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: No re-entry is allowed. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted.
• Payment Options: Most purchases are cashless. Guests can use credit/debit cards or mobile pay options.
• Prohibited Items: No outside food or drinks, umbrellas, full face coverings, noise-making devices, laser pointers, or signs larger than 11”x 17”. Audio and video recording equipment, professional cameras, tripods, and selfie sticks are prohibited.
• Age Restrictions: Weekly club nights, as well as many events, are for over-19s. Check the event page for exceptions.

Always check the official Webster Hall’s policies before your event for the most up-to-date information, including bag policies.

The East Village and nearby neighborhoods are a cultural hotspot, bustling with live music venues, arts spaces, and late-night energy. Whether you’re heading to Webster Hall or exploring the scene beyond, there’s always another great show just a short walk or subway ride away.

• Brooklyn Steel: A stylish 1,800‑capacity industrial‑chic venue in Brooklyn’s Williamsburg, Brooklyn Steel is known for high-energy rock and indie shows. It features a main floor, mezzanine, and three full-service bars.⁶
• The Rooftop at Pier 17: Known as one of New York’s most scenic stages, this outdoor rooftop venue hosts a variety of musical guests against the backdrop of the Brooklyn Bridge and the iconic NYC skyline.¹⁴
• Terminal 5: Situated at 610 West 56th Street, Manhattan, this multi-level club-style venue holds up to 3,000 fans and hosts large-scale concerts and lively DJ nights.⁷

Planning ahead for a hassle-free evening at Webster Hall? Parking options are limited right around the venue, but several nearby garages offer secure, affordable access within walking distance to 125 E 11th St, Manhattan.

Public Transportation: Webster Hall is easily accessible via the MTA subway. Take the L train to 3rd Avenue or the 4/5/6 trains to 14th St–Union Square. Multiple MTA bus lines stop within a block or two. The nearest bus stop, at 3rd Avenue and East 11th Street, is about 0.3 miles from the venue. Ideal for avoiding traffic.

Driving: If you’re driving, navigate to 125 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003.

Nearby parking garages:

• Public Parking at 200 E 15th St.
• Metropolis Parking Garage at 20 W 13th St.

Webster Hall makes it easy to keep the energy up while enjoying a show. The venue features multiple bars offering beer, wine, and cocktails for guests 21 and over, so you can sip your favorite drink without stepping far from the stage. Standard concessions and light snacks are available during most events, perfect for a quick bite between sets.

While Webster Hall doesn’t have an in-house restaurant or gourmet food stands, its prime East Village location puts you within steps of an array of dining options, from casual bites to late-night eats.

Webster Hall was constructed in 1886, designed by Charles Rentz, Jr., in a richly detailed Queen Anne style with a mansard roof, and later expanded in Renaissance Revival fashion in 1892.^9,10,11 From its earliest days, it became a hub for the labor rallies, masquerade balls, and political activism that shaped Lower Manhattan’s social landscape.¹⁰

In the 1950s and ’60s, Webster Hall served as RCA’s East Coast recording studio — legendary artists like Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Julie Andrews, Tony Bennett, and a young Bob Dylan all recorded iconic works on its Grand Ballroom stage.^4,11 Reborn in 1980 as The Ritz, it hosted U2’s first U.S. performance, along with icons like Tina Turner, Prince, Eric Clapton, and Guns N’ Roses.^4,11

To keep pace with modern entertainment standards and elevate guest experiences, Webster Hall underwent significant renovations, which were completed in 2019. These updates included the installation of the venue’s first elevator, additional stairwells, restroom upgrades, air conditioning, and, of course, improved acoustics.¹¹