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[The Spot Website](https://thespotmadras.com/) The Spot Phone: [+1 541-615-1077](tel:+15416151077) Search events... - [Events in Madras, Oregon](https://www.ticketfairy.com/events-in-madras) - [Hotels near The Spot](https://www.ticketfairy.com/events-in-madras/the-spot/hotels) [![With a Touch of Burlesque Live at The Spot, Madras, OR flyer](https://www.ticketfairy.com/uploaded/thumbnails/db_file_img_148265_300xauto.jpg)](https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/with-a-touch-of-burlesque-live-at-the-spot-madras-or-20aug2026) ### [With a Touch of Burlesque Live at The Spot, Madras, OR](https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/with-a-touch-of-burlesque-live-at-the-spot-madras-or-20aug2026) 7:00 PM, Thu, 20 Aug Aug 20 The Spot Madras [![A Girls’ Night Out @ The Spot, Madras, OR flyer](https://www.ticketfairy.com/uploaded/thumbnails/db_file_img_140542_300xauto.jpg)](https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/a-girls-night-out-the-spot-madras-or-1apr2026) ### [A Girls’ Night Out @ The Spot, Madras, OR](https://www.ticketfairy.com/event/a-girls-night-out-the-spot-madras-or-1apr2026) 7:00 PM, Wed, 1 Apr Apr 01 The Spot Madras ### ### Important Location Clarification Extensive research found no publicly documented entertainment venue called The Spot in Madras, Texas. Madras, Texas is a small unincorporated community in Red River County, about five miles northeast of Clarksville, but current venue, event and business records consistently place The Spot at 225 SW Fifth Street in Madras, Oregon. To avoid publishing incorrect directions or invented visitor information, this guide covers that verified Oregon venue. If “The Spot in Madras, Texas” refers to a private hall or an unlisted local business, there is not enough reliable public information to provide its capacity, calendar, policies or visitor facilities. The Oregon venue remains open and trading as The Spot as of August 13, 2026. ### About The Spot The Spot is a two-story taproom, restaurant, food-cart pod and community event destination in downtown Madras, Oregon. The principal building measures approximately 3,130 to 3,150 square feet, depending on the project record consulted. It includes indoor seating, a two-level bar, a covered upper deck, an outdoor plaza, food-cart spaces, patio seating and firepits. The design deliberately connects the building with its outdoor gathering areas rather than treating them as separate facilities. The project’s roots go back to the 2021 purchase of property formerly associated with Wild Bleu. The Spot Madras business entity was active by 2023, construction was underway in early 2024, and the completed venue opened in November 2024. Early reports described an approximately $2 million development spanning two combined properties with roughly 15,000 square feet of total site area. Public redevelopment financing helped move the project forward. Owner Andre Jackson conceived The Spot as a place where different parts of the Madras community could feel comfortable together. The name refers to the idea of a familiar neighborhood “spot,” recalling the kind of informal gathering places remembered from the 1950s. In 2025, public meeting records reported that the development had received a statewide Retail Development of the Year award. No verified maximum occupancy has been published for the taproom itself. A separate John Brown Event Center was originally announced as a roughly 3,300-square-foot, 300-person space. That figure should be treated as the project-era planned capacity, not a guaranteed limit for every current configuration, because no final public capacity chart or fire-code occupancy sheet has been released. ### Events and Programming The Spot did not operate from 2021 through most of 2024, so there are no legitimate venue performances from those years. Since opening in November 2024, its programming has favored approachable community entertainment rather than a conventional touring-concert schedule. Regular formats include live music, Tuesday trivia, bingo, karaoke, music bingo, sports viewing parties and performances involving local middle- and high-school students. Its 2025 calendar demonstrated the venue’s flexibility. Publicly documented gatherings included an adult book fair, a downtown association meet-and-greet, a regional youth-workforce organization’s anniversary reunion and a historical forum about Black homesteaders in Oregon. The venue has also hosted birthdays, class reunions, company gatherings, fundraisers and other private community functions. Programming in 2026 expanded to include recurring trivia, music bingo, a touring girls’ night production, comedy, post-race food and music for a regional mountain-bike event, and a late-night rock festival after-party featuring musicians from tribute acts. These bookings show that The Spot can move between casual weeknight participation, community partnerships and occasional ticketed entertainment. As of August 13, 2026, no dependable public announcement was found for programming in 2027 or beyond. The venue’s own event page promotes its recurring mix of live music, karaoke, bingo and trivia but does not maintain a complete searchable archive. Visitors should therefore regard the venue primarily as a regularly active community taproom with selected special events, not as a theater publishing a full season months in advance. ### Tickets and Booking Many recurring activities are free or organized around normal food-and-drink purchases. Selected comedy, touring entertainment and specialty evenings require advance admission. A documented 2026 touring comedy show was priced at $20 in advance, while the rock festival after-party was free and restricted to guests aged 21 and older. There is no stable venue-wide ticket range because prices are set event by event. The Spot publishes online purchase options when an event is ticketed, but it does not advertise permanent box-office hours, standardized presales or season subscriptions. For a limited-capacity production, buying soon after tickets become available is safer than relying on admission at the door. Confirm whether a ticket covers seating, standing admission or only entry, since no standard seating plan is used across all programs. ### Seating and Layout The venue combines downstairs and upstairs bar seating, indoor tables, a covered second-story deck, patio seating and firepit areas. Large glazed garage-style doors can open the interior toward the patio, creating a more continuous indoor-outdoor room during suitable weather. Warm wood finishes and clean contemporary detailing prevent the building from feeling like a bare food hall. There is no published seating chart, row numbering, VIP map or list of obstructed-view positions. For social events, the patio and firepit areas provide the most relaxed experience. The covered upper deck offers a broader view of the complex, while indoor seating is the practical choice when amplified sound, cold weather or wind makes the outdoor areas less comfortable. These are layout-based recommendations rather than formally designated seating categories. Special performances may use a standing, table-seated or mixed arrangement. The proposed event-center capacity of 300 does not mean 300 fixed theater seats exist. Anyone who needs a chair, an unobstructed seated view or space for a mobility device should confirm the setup for that particular event before purchasing admission. ### Getting There and Parking The verified address is 225 SW Fifth Street, Madras, Oregon 97741. The property is in downtown Madras, just off US Highway 97, making it straightforward to reach from Redmond, Bend, Warm Springs and other Central Oregon communities. Be careful with event listings that print “SE Fifth” or omit the directional prefix; the venue consistently gives its address as SW Fifth Street. Public business listings indicate that parking is available, but no authoritative parking map, space count, event rate or overflow arrangement has been published. Drivers attending a busy special event should allow extra time and observe downtown signs rather than assuming a reserved venue space will be available. No formal rideshare pickup lane has been documented. Regional public transportation includes community connector routes linking Madras with Warm Springs and Redmond, plus demand-response service within Madras. Connections through Redmond can extend toward Bend and other Central Oregon destinations. A specific stop immediately outside The Spot has not been confirmed, and visitors should not assume regional buses will operate after a late-night show. ### Inside the Venue The Spot has its own full-service kitchen alongside outdoor food carts. The in-house menu includes appetizers, burgers, salads, breakfast dishes and desserts. Recently published prices ranged from about $5 for a snack mix to approximately $22 for the signature burger, with many appetizers and casual meals falling between $8 and $16. Prices and food-cart operators may change. The outdoor food court has featured Fusion City Grill, serving gyros, burgers and cheesesteak-style sandwiches, and Fridaa’s Boat, specializing in seafood such as fish, shrimp and calamari. The bar offers local craft beer, Oregon wine, spirits, specialty cocktails and nonalcoholic drinks. Wide-screen televisions support game-day viewing, and the property also advertises a separate lottery gaming room. The venue was built with high-performance audio and internet infrastructure to support live entertainment, but no public technical rider identifies speaker models, mixing consoles, microphones, stage dimensions, lighting fixtures, electrical tie-ins or backline equipment. Touring performers and private-event organizers should not assume that a complete concert production package is included. No consistent public policy has been issued for bags, outside food, professional cameras, re-entry, coat check, smoking areas or merchandise sales. Entry procedures and security are likely to vary with the organizer and audience size. The standard restaurant atmosphere is casual, while ticketed entertainment may use separate age, identification and admission rules. ### Nearby Amenities Because The Spot combines a kitchen, food carts and a full bar, visitors do not need to arrange a separate pre-show meal. Its downtown position also places it within the compact Fifth Street business area, where additional dining and shopping can be reached on foot. The venue’s indoor-outdoor layout makes arriving 45 to 60 minutes early worthwhile when food is part of the plan. Madras has roadside lodging along the Highway 97 corridor, but no hotel has been verified as an especially short or fully pedestrian-friendly walk from the venue. Visitors staying overnight should plan transportation in both directions, particularly after a 21-and-over event, rather than relying on late-night transit or an informal roadside walk. ### What Makes The Spot Special The Spot is notable less for celebrity concert history than for how quickly it became a community living room. The glazed garage doors, upper deck, heated patio, firepits and food-cart plaza create several distinct gathering zones within a relatively compact site. Its architecture can adapt to bright daytime dining, winter social events and amplified evening entertainment. The planned John Brown Event Center honors John A. Brown, one of the earliest Black homesteaders in Jefferson County. That connection gained added meaning when The Spot hosted a 2025 presentation about Black homesteaders in Oregon, including Brown’s settlement near what is now John Brown Canyon. The historical name therefore relates directly to regional history rather than functioning as a generic branding device. The economic goal was equally deliberate. Madras officials had identified substantial dining-related spending leaving the community for larger cities, and The Spot was intended to retain more visitors, increase downtown foot traffic and support surrounding businesses. Its public-private development model, statewide recognition and platform for student performers have made it both a hospitality business and a local revitalization project. ### Visitor Tips and Information The Spot promotes an inclusive, family-friendly daytime environment, but individual entertainment may be restricted to adults. Check the stated age rule for the event rather than assuming the entire property is always all-ages or always 21 and older. Guests purchasing alcohol should carry valid government-issued identification. No detailed accessibility guide has been published. The modern, recently completed ground-level restaurant and outdoor plaza were developed with city building oversight, but public information does not confirm elevator access to the upper deck, accessible viewing positions, restroom layouts, hearing assistance or sensory accommodations. Guests with specific requirements should confirm the exact event configuration in advance. Dress is casual, and layers are useful because an evening may move between the heated patio, open-air plaza and indoor bar. Avoid bringing large bags or professional recording equipment unless the event rules expressly allow them. Most importantly, do not navigate to Madras, Texas: the documented venue is more than 1,500 miles away in Central Oregon. ### Frequently Asked Questions #### Is The Spot located in Madras, Texas? No publicly documented venue matching that description was found in Madras, Texas. The verified restaurant, taproom and event venue is in Madras, Oregon. Madras, Texas is a small unincorporated Red River County community, while the venue’s official address, project records, events and visitor reviews all point to downtown Madras, Oregon. #### Is The Spot still open? Yes. The Spot continues to describe itself as open, and current business and event records show activity through 2026. It began operating in November 2024. Published hours are not fully consistent: the venue generally states an 11 a.m. opening and variable closing, while directory listings provide different weekend and weekday times. #### What is the exact address for The Spot? The verified address is 225 SW Fifth Street, Madras, Oregon 97741. It is in downtown Madras near US Highway 97. Some third-party event notices have incorrectly used “S Fifth” or “SE Fifth,” so entering the full SW address is the safest way to avoid being directed to the wrong block. #### What is The Spot’s capacity? No confirmed occupancy has been published for the restaurant and taproom. The main building is approximately 3,130 to 3,150 square feet. Early plans described an adjoining 3,300-square-foot John Brown Event Center for about 300 people, but that was a project-stage figure and should not be treated as the guaranteed capacity for every present-day event. #### Is The Spot an indoor or outdoor venue? It is both. Visitors can use the two-story restaurant and bar, covered upper deck, outdoor food-cart plaza, heated patio and firepit seating. Glass garage-style doors can open the indoor area toward the patio. Event organizers may concentrate activity indoors, outdoors or across several zones depending on weather, audience size and production needs. #### Are events seated or general admission? There is no universal format. Routine trivia, bingo and karaoke take place within the taproom’s normal table-and-bar layout. Comedy or live music may use standing room, tables or a combination. Because there is no public seating chart, guests who require a chair or a particular viewing position should verify the configuration for their specific event. #### Can I buy event admission at the door? Door sales have not been established as a venue-wide policy. Many recurring community activities are free, while selected touring shows use advance tickets. If an event has limited capacity, purchasing admission in advance is the safer approach. A ticket should not be assumed to include reserved seating unless the event description explicitly assigns a table or section. #### How much do tickets usually cost? There is no standard range. Trivia, karaoke, bingo and festival after-parties may be free, while a documented touring comedy performance charged $20 in advance. Private rentals and specialty productions use their own pricing. Food and drinks are normally additional unless an event package specifically states that refreshments are included. #### Is parking free at The Spot? Public listings indicate that parking is available, but no authoritative fee schedule, lot map or number of spaces has been released. Free parking may be available during ordinary restaurant hours, but visitors should not assume every space is venue-controlled during a major event. Arrive early and follow posted restrictions in the surrounding downtown blocks. #### Can I reach The Spot by public transportation? Madras is served by regional connector buses to Warm Springs and Redmond, along with local demand-response transportation. Redmond provides onward connections toward Bend and other communities. A stop directly at The Spot has not been verified, and regional service may not match late entertainment hours, so check both the outbound and return schedule before depending on transit. #### Does The Spot serve food during events? The venue has an in-house kitchen and outdoor food carts, although operating hours may differ during private or late-night events. The kitchen serves casual American food, including burgers, appetizers, salads, breakfast items and desserts. Recent menu examples ranged from approximately $5 to $22, with most snacks and entrees priced between those points. #### Does The Spot have a full bar? Yes. The taproom advertises local craft beer, Oregon wine, spirits, specialty cocktails and nonalcoholic options. Its martinis are a particular focus of the beverage program. Alcohol service remains subject to age verification and event rules, and a 21-and-over designation may apply to certain late-night performances even when daytime restaurant service welcomes families. #### Are children allowed at The Spot? The restaurant is presented as a family-friendly gathering place and has published children’s menu options. However, not every event is all-ages. Late-night programs, alcohol-centered entertainment and certain after-parties may be restricted to guests aged 21 and older. Families should rely on the individual event notice rather than the venue’s ordinary restaurant policy. #### What is The Spot’s bag policy? No standard bag-size rule has been published. Ordinary restaurant visits are unlikely to use arena-style screening, but larger ticketed events may introduce additional security procedures. Bringing a small personal bag is the lowest-risk option. Avoid large backpacks, outside beverages, weapons and professional recording equipment unless the organizer has clearly stated that those items are permitted. #### Is The Spot wheelchair accessible? No detailed accessibility statement was found. The restaurant and outdoor plaza are part of a recently completed, city-reviewed development, but that does not confirm access to every level or viewing area. Elevator availability, accessible event seating, restroom details and hearing assistance are not publicly documented. Confirm requirements before attending, especially if the event uses the upper deck. #### What happens if the weather is bad? The Spot was designed for year-round use, with indoor areas, a covered deck, heated patio and firepits. Glass doors allow the venue to close off or open its main gathering areas. An outdoor-focused program may still change configuration during wind, cold, smoke or precipitation, so dress in layers and watch for event-specific instructions. #### Can The Spot be rented for a private event? Yes. The venue has hosted birthday celebrations, high-school reunions, corporate gatherings and fundraisers, and its private-event plans include wedding parties, sports teams and community organizations. Public rental rates, deposits, catering minimums, cancellation terms and included equipment are not posted, so each booking requires an event-specific proposal rather than a standard published package. #### Has The Spot announced events for 2027 or later? No verified 2027-or-later program was found as of August 13, 2026. The venue tends to announce individual activities and recurring weekly entertainment rather than publishing a long annual season. 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