The Broadberry Events, Tickets and Concert Guide

Concerts at The Broadberry span indie rock, metal, jam, country, hip-hop and dance nights, with practical planning details below.

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Minnesota - 'Exit/Reality' - Richmond, VA - 04/02

8:00 PM, Thu, 2 Apr 2020

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The Broadberry

Richmond

Events and Programming

The Broadberry is an active, independently operated Richmond concert venue presenting touring artists, local showcases, tribute bands, dance parties and occasional comedy, podcast, film and private events. Its calendar is particularly strong in indie and alternative rock, jam bands, Americana, punk, metal, electronic music and roots-oriented country. Most weeks contain several events, although the exact pace changes with touring seasons.

Recent programming demonstrates the range. Shows from 2021 through 2025 included Beach Bunny, TV Girl, Beach Fossils, Wild Nothing, Every Time I Die, American Aquarium, The Regrettes, The Budos Band, As I Lay Dying, Better Lovers, Roosevelt, Butcher Brown, Mersiv, Victor Wooten, The Lemonheads, Joywave, Mannequin Pussy, Swans, Born of Osiris, of Montreal, Cults, Nation of Language, Pokey LaFarge, Hot Water Music and Too Many Zooz. Community favorites and recurring concepts have included No BS! Brass Band, Kendall Street Company’s Turkey Jam, Fear of Music, J. Roddy Walston’s holiday shows and era-themed dance parties.

The 2026 program continues that mixture with indie, alt-country, doom and metal, singer-songwriters, jam music, nostalgia parties and electronic events. Announced performers include American Aquarium, Elder, S.G. Goodman, Built to Spill, AJJ, Deer Tick, Hiss Golden Messenger, The Lemon Twigs, King Buffalo and Kendall Street Company. The published schedule also extends into 2027, indicating that the venue remains open and actively booking under The Broadberry name.

Third-party concert records logged 40 concerts during the pandemic-affected 2021 season, followed by 99 in 2022, 90 in 2023, 120 in 2024 and 106 in 2025. Those figures may omit private events and unreported performances, but they show the venue’s return to a busy, year-round schedule.

Tickets and Booking

Buy advance tickets through the venue’s official event listings or from its designated in-person box office in Carytown. The Broadberry’s own box office operates only while concerts are taking place. Online sales normally close one hour before doors, after which remaining tickets may be sold at the venue. Sold-out tickets are not held for walk-up customers, so advance purchase is the safest approach.

Most shows use general admission, with optional reserved tables or a limited VIP area offered separately for selected events. Buying a general admission ticket does not automatically provide a chair. For popular indie, metal, jam or hometown shows, purchase when the public sale begins rather than relying on door availability. Recent published examples suggest roughly $20 to $40 before fees for many standard concerts, while premium tables, special productions and multi-act events can cost more.

Door times are commonly around 6:00, 6:30 or 7:00 p.m., while dance parties may start later. Treat the stated door time and performance time as different: an opening artist often begins 30 to 60 minutes after entry starts.

About The Broadberry

The Broadberry stands at 2729 West Broad Street, near Arthur Ashe Boulevard, the Science Museum of Virginia and the southern edge of Scott’s Addition. It opened on April 17, 2014, after a restoration converted the former nightclub’s runway-style setup into a concert-oriented room while retaining high ceilings and industrial character. The approximately 8,000-square-foot property was introduced with a 60-foot bar, chandeliers, lounge elements, a kitchen, patio and upgraded production systems.

Published capacity figures depend on configuration. Current concert references commonly describe a room of about 500, while event-planning information specifies approximately 400 standing guests, 270 with partial seating or 150 fully seated. The original opening capacity was publicized as 350. Visitors should therefore view “500 capacity” as an approximate concert figure rather than a guarantee for every setup.

The venue fills an important gap between Richmond’s small clubs and its larger theaters. Its operator has grown into a regional independent promotion and production company responsible for hundreds of events across Virginia and neighboring markets, while The Broadberry remains its headquarters and flagship club.

Seating and Layout

The Broadberry is primarily a standing-room venue. The stage is at one end of a long, relatively narrow room, with the 60-foot bar running along one side. Limited stools and tables are first come, first served unless a reserved table or VIP upgrade is specifically purchased. Reserved seating is generally toward the side or rear rather than directly against the stage.

For energy and artist interaction, arrive early and stand front-center. The most balanced audio is usually near the room’s center and front-of-house mixing position. The rear offers easier access to the bar and more personal space, but the performance feels less immediate. Shorter visitors may prefer a reserved table or an early position near the front.

A structural pillar near the stage is the room’s most frequently mentioned sightline problem. It has become a piece of local lore, but it can obstruct the view if you stand directly behind it. Sold-out concerts also make movement between the bar, restrooms and front floor more difficult, so choose a position before the headliner starts.

Getting There and Parking

The exact address is 2729 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220. Drivers will find a small primary lot along the west side of the building. Spaces belonging to The Broadberry are marked because the lot is shared; additional shared spaces become available after 8:00 p.m. Street parking can be found behind the venue, but restrictions, signs, driveways and no-parking zones must be checked carefully. No parking charge is advertised for the venue’s marked spaces.

The lot fills quickly, especially for sold-out shows. Arriving 45 minutes before doors improves the chance of securing a nearby legal space. Do not assume that museum or private-business parking across Broad Street is authorized for concert patrons.

Public transportation is practical. The Pulse bus rapid transit line stops at Science Museum station, a short walk east along Broad Street, and local Route 50 serves Broad Street with a stop near Arthur Ashe Boulevard. Richmond’s regular bus network operates approximately 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. daily and remained zero-fare in 2026.

For rideshare pickup, use a legal curb space or nearby side street rather than stopping in a bus lane or active Broad Street travel lane. Confirm the exact pickup point before leaving the building, particularly after late dance events when several vehicles may arrive simultaneously.

Inside the Venue

Entry normally involves ticket scanning, identification checks and bag inspection. Mobile tickets are accepted, but the venue asks guests to display the original ticket file rather than a screenshot and to increase screen brightness. Government-issued photo identification is required for age verification, ticketing issues and alcohol purchases. There is generally no re-entry.

The Broadberry has a full bar, and its kitchen operates during venue hours. Published food categories include snacks, appetizers, burgers, pizza and other entrees, making it possible to eat after entering rather than scheduling a separate dinner. An enclosed outdoor patio provides the designated smoking and vaping area; smoking and vaping are prohibited indoors.

Recent attendees describe merchandise tables near the entrance or back of the room, although placement changes with production needs. Restrooms are generally accessed from the right side of the concert space near the stage and reserved-table side. No regular coat-check service is advertised, so avoid bringing bulky outerwear or valuables.

The atmosphere is casual, dark and intimate. Reviews frequently praise the close artist-audience relationship, staff and sound, while recurring criticisms concern parking, the narrow floor and obstructed views around the pillar.

Production and Technical Capabilities

The working stage is approximately 18 feet wide, 13.5 to 17 feet deep and three feet high, with a 7.5-foot trim beneath the lowest light. A stage-right ramp supports equipment loading, and two green-room or storage areas serve performers. The front-of-house system uses a Midas M32 console, six Martin Torus tops, four Martin subwoofers and Martin amplification. A separate Midas monitor system feeds JBL and Electro-Voice wedges.

Lighting is controlled with a Chamsys MagicQ Pro Wing, with a guest-lighting connection running from front of house to the stage truss. The venue also maintains wired and wireless microphones, direct boxes, stage lighting, high-definition projection and optional screens. These systems support full-band concerts, DJs, presentations, screenings and livestream production.

Nearby Amenities

Sabai, immediately next door, is convenient for Thai food and cocktails. Fanboy offers a moodier listening-bar environment nearby, while En Su Boca, Lunch and Supper, Fat Dragon and the restaurants, breweries and bars of Scott’s Addition are within a short walk or ride. Reservations are sensible on Friday and Saturday evenings because pre-show demand can fill the closest dining rooms.

Nearby accommodations include The Boulevard Inn in the Fan, Museum District bed-and-breakfast options and a larger hotel on West Broad Street in Scott’s Addition. Downtown properties around Franklin and Broad streets are farther away but connect conveniently to the venue area by the Pulse.

What Makes The Broadberry Special

The address was associated with Richmond music long before The Broadberry opened. Earlier venues in the building included Much More, The Cellar Door, Nations and Nu. During the 1980s, the site hosted performers including The Ramones, Pat Benatar, Berlin and John Prine. The 2014 restoration preserved that entertainment lineage while replacing the dance-club arrangement with a professional concert stage.

The opening celebrations centered Richmond artists such as No BS! Brass Band, Black Girls, Goldrush, The Silo Effect and Former Champions. Subsequent milestones included Lucy Dacus launching her debut-album tour here, major local block parties and the venue’s tenth-anniversary celebration in 2024. During pandemic shutdowns, the room became a soundstage for livestreams and video productions, including a multi-day Lamb of God broadcast.

Even the name is local: it combines nearby Broad Street and Mulberry Street. Staff also hide seasonally dressed skeleton figures around the building, giving repeat visitors an informal scavenger-hunt tradition. More substantially, the venue gives developing regional artists a stage alongside established touring acts, generates regular work for musicians and production staff, and draws audiences into the surrounding Fan, Museum District and Scott’s Addition businesses.

Visitor Tips and Information

Shows are all ages unless the event is specifically marked 18+ or 21+. There is no formal fashion requirement, but faces must remain identifiable for security and identification checks. Removable costume masks may be permitted when staff can match the wearer to an ID; costume weapons, props, spikes and chains are prohibited.

Do not bring outside food or drink, reusable water bottles, backpacks, oversized bags, weapons, illegal drugs or mobile performance toys such as hoops and LED balls. All bags are subject to search. Photography and recording permissions can change with the artist, so use a phone discreetly and follow instructions given on the night.

The venue is at ground level and is described as wheelchair accessible, smoke-free and air-conditioned. Guests requiring a clear viewing position or another accommodation should arrange it before the event rather than waiting until the floor fills. Earplugs are recommended: the room is intimate, and amplified rock, metal and electronic performances can be extremely loud.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Broadberry’s capacity?

Capacity changes with the room setup. Concert references commonly describe approximately 500 people, while event-planning material lists about 400 standing, 270 with partial seating and 150 fully seated. The original 2014 opening figure was 350. Treat capacity as event-specific, particularly when reserved tables, production equipment or private-event furniture reduce the open floor.

Is The Broadberry an indoor or outdoor venue?

The main concert room is indoors, air-conditioned and protected from ordinary weather. An enclosed outdoor patio is attached to the building and remains useful for smoking, vaping or stepping away from the crowd. Outdoor block parties have occasionally taken place around the venue, but standard Broadberry concerts use the indoor stage unless the event description explicitly identifies another arrangement.

Are all shows general admission?

Most concerts are sold as general admission and standing room only. Selected events add a limited VIP section or reserved tables that must be purchased or upgraded separately. Ordinary seating along the bar and at any unreserved tables is first come, first served. Never assume that a standard ticket includes a chair, table or unobstructed elevated view.

Where is the best place to stand?

Front-center provides the closest and most energetic experience. The central floor near the sound position usually provides a balanced mix, while the rear offers easier bar access and slightly more breathing room. Avoid settling directly behind the structural pillar near the stage. Shorter guests should arrive early, stand toward the front or consider a reserved-table option when available.

Can I buy tickets at the door?

Yes, when the event has not sold out. Advance online sales generally stop one hour before doors, after which remaining inventory may be offered at the venue box office. The Broadberry does not hold door tickets for sold-out concerts. For high-demand touring artists, hometown performances and anniversary events, advance purchase is considerably safer than arriving without a ticket.

Does The Broadberry have its own parking lot?

There is a small shared lot on the west side of the building. Use only spaces marked for The Broadberry until 8:00 p.m., when additional shared spaces may become available. The lot can fill before doors at popular shows. Legal street parking exists behind the venue, but visitors must inspect posted restrictions rather than relying on where other concertgoers have parked.

What is the closest public transit stop?

Science Museum station on the Pulse rapid bus line is a short walk east of The Broadberry. Local Route 50 also follows Broad Street and stops near Arthur Ashe Boulevard. GRTC buses remained fare-free in 2026, and standard service generally operates from approximately 5:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m., making transit useful for most evening concerts.

How early should I arrive?

Arrive 30 to 45 minutes before doors if you need nearby parking, want an unreserved stool or hope to stand close to the stage. For a sold-out general admission show, arriving at the stated door time is preferable to waiting for the headliner. Guests with reserved tables can usually be less aggressive, although early arrival still makes entry and food ordering easier.

Can children attend concerts?

Most shows are all ages unless the listing and ticket state otherwise. Some dance parties, late-night events and special productions are restricted to ages 18 or 21 and older. Parents should consider volume, crowd density, adult language and late finishing times even at all-ages events. Proper hearing protection is strongly recommended for children attending amplified performances.

What bags are allowed?

Backpacks and oversized bags are prohibited, and all permitted bags may be thoroughly searched. The venue does not publish a universal small-bag measurement, so the safest choice is a compact purse, belt bag or pocket-sized carrier containing only essentials. Leave reusable bottles, weapons, pocketknives, mace, costume props and unnecessary valuables at home or securely stored elsewhere.

Can I leave and come back inside?

No re-entry is the normal policy unless an event specifically states otherwise. Guests who need to smoke or vape can use the enclosed patio accessible from inside the venue, avoiding the need to exit through the front door. Bring everything required for the evening when entering, and resolve transportation, medication or clothing needs before your ticket is scanned.

Does The Broadberry serve food?

Yes. The on-site kitchen is advertised as operating whenever the venue is open, with options traditionally including snacks, appetizers, burgers, pizza and entrees. Food availability and individual dishes can change between events. Ordering before the headliner is easier because the bar area and movement lanes become busier once the room fills. Outside food and beverages are prohibited.

Is The Broadberry wheelchair accessible?

The venue is at ground level and identifies itself as wheelchair accessible. Because most shows are standing-room general admission, guests who require a clear viewing location should request accommodation before arrival. The nearby transit system uses low-floor accessible buses. Published venue information does not provide detailed measurements for every doorway, restroom or viewing area, so advance arrangements remain advisable.

Can I reserve a table without buying a concert ticket?

Reserved tables and VIP upgrades are normally additions to admission, not replacements for a show ticket. Purchase the required event admission first and then select the table or upgrade offered for that performance. Availability varies, and some shows have no reserved option. Bar stools and ordinary unreserved tables cannot be held and are allocated on a first-come basis.

Can The Broadberry be rented for a private event?

Yes. The room can be arranged for standing receptions, theater-style seating, dining tables or hybrid layouts. Private-event resources include the stage, sound and lighting systems, projectors, bar, patio and optional kitchen access. Published planning capacity reaches 400 standing guests, while fully seated events accommodate approximately 150. Rental pricing depends on the day, staffing, production and food-and-beverage requirements.

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