Starland Ballroom

Understanding Starland Ballroom’s policies can help you arrive prepared and enjoy a smoother event experience.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: No re-entry. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited.
• Payment Options: Most purchases are cashless. Guests can use credit/debit cards or mobile pay options.
• Prohibited Items: No outside food or drinks, selfie sticks, professional cameras, glowsticks, laser pointers, signs or banners, or noise-making devices.
• Age Restrictions: Most events are all ages. Exceptions will be noted on the AXS event page.

For the most up-to-date information on venue rules and bag policies, check the official Starland Ballroom’s policies and the venue’s FAQ page.

Starland Ballroom sits in central New Jersey, a region known for its lively music culture and easy access to both local and touring acts.

• Prudential Center: This multi-purpose arena in Newark is home to the NHL's New Jersey Devils and Seton Hall University Men's Basketball. Prudential Center hosts major concerts, family events, and professional sports, welcoming up to 18,000 guests.⁵
• Webster Hall: A historic New York City venue known for its influential role in live music, hosting everything from indie acts to global touring artists. Webster Hall caters to intimate groups and larger events of up to 1,350 guests across multiple rooms.⁶
• Terminal 5: Situated in Manhattan’s Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, this multi-level venue can accommodate up to 3,000 guests.⁷ Terminal 5 has a reputation for high-energy concerts and a diverse range of contemporary touring performers.

The venue is easily accessible from major highways in central New Jersey. Starland Ballroom offers on-site parking, offering convenience for guests arriving by car.

Public Transportation: NJ Transit bus routes serving Sayreville and neighboring towns provide access to the area, though riders may need to arrange a short rideshare or taxi connection to reach the venue.

Driving: The venue is located at 570 Jernee Mill Rd, Sayreville, NJ. For guests who prefer off-site options, nearby parking includes:

• Sayreville Park & Ride at 2900 Route 9, Old Bridge, NJ
• South River Public Library Parking Lot #1 at Obert St, South River, NJ

Starland Ballroom serves fresh pizza at every event, available throughout the night, alongside standard quick-service concessions. For patrons of legal drinking age, the venue offers full-service alcoholic beverage options. Other snack and non-alcoholic beverage choices may also be available, depending on the event.⁴

Starland Ballroom has deep roots in New Jersey’s live music culture. Originally operating as other businesses since its construction in the 1960s, the venue underwent major renovations before opening as Starland Ballroom in 2003.¹ Its redesign created an intimate, fan-forward layout that has since become a hallmark of the experience.

After sustaining significant damage during Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the venue completed extensive repairs and upgrades before reopening in 2013, further enhancing its sound and production capabilities while preserving its storied character.¹

Sources:

1. Venue Info - Starland Ballroom
2. Taking Back Sunday MCR Unite for Tsunami Benefit Even the Bouncers Sing Along - MTV News
3. Coheed, Dashboard Offer Katrina Aid - The Rider News
4. Venue FAQ - Starland Ballroom
5. Prudential Center - VisitNJ.org
6. Webster Hall - Venue Rental New York, NY - AEG Special Event Venues
7. Terminal 5 - Venue Rental New York, NY- AEG Special Event Venues
8. Starland Ballroom - Venue Rental - Sayreville, NJ - AEG Special Event Venues