Town Ballroom

Category: Live music venue in Buffalo, New York

Address: 681 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA

Phone: +17168523900

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 12–5PM

Tuesday: 12–5PM

Wednesday: 12–5PM

Thursday: 12–5PM

Friday: 12–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Teresa B

Sep 15, 2022

I love that there is no bad spot to stand. No matter where you are, you have a great view.

Danielle Fox

Sep 11, 2022

This is my favorite venue for shows! If any of my favs are playing here you bet I will be there!

JCM

Sep 9, 2022

As you'll read in other reviews, security has a huge chip on their shoulder - very aggressive, very scary. I was accosted in the middle of a show, grabbed from behind on the shoulder and told to "stop vaping"...? I don't vape - I told him that and he had the creepiest most devious smile come across his face, like he was enjoying the fact I was escalating the situation (in his mind). I told him to search my pockets if he really wanted. He laughed and said "I'm not accusing you of anything - but if I see it out one more time you're out". Everyone I was with was all confused, none of us vape. Read the other reviews - you'll see people accosted in similar situations. Later in the show there was some people getting rowdy on the floor - 1 guy in particular was taking it too far - the same security guard came down and from behind grabbed THE WRONG guy on the shoulder and led him out. We were all trying to flag him down, but he was bee-lining this kid out fast (who had the most confused look on his face). I've been to 15+ shows here the overall attitude of the security has always been like this. It's never personally affected me, so I hadn't left a review until now.

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Questions & Answers

Is there seating for the disabled. It is tuff for me to stand more the 5 minutes, stroke survivor.

Kenneth Lorka | Sep 14, 2020
Sean Sharp | Sep 14, 2020

Just call ahead they will hook you up

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If the doors open at 7pm, how late can I get there for will call tickets?

Ianna Billings | Sep 15, 2018
David Gross | Sep 15, 2018

Yes booth is staffed the entire show

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Anyone know the current masking/capacity/social distancing/vaccination guidelines? Can't believe this is a question I'd ever have to ask, let alone over 18 months into this.

Joe K | Sep 14, 2021
Nancy Sakmar | Oct 19, 2021

Check the updated policy. Yes need vaccination card and ID...Happy about that!

What is the capacity of this venue?

Kyle Francis | Sep 14, 2020
Jason Hylkema (Hylkemania) | Sep 14, 2020

1000 I believe

What are the chances of getting tickets for Little Steven the night of the show?

Cheri Painter | Sep 15, 2019
Cathy Foley | Sep 15, 2019

Usually there are tickets left.....depends on how popular the band is. Buy early.

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If I get VIP tickets for New Years Day is there a place to sit? I won't be able to stand for the whole concert

Sandra G | Sep 15, 2019
Mike Kellar | Sep 15, 2019

If you're handicap, they have reserved seating

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I’m a Snarky Puppy addict, but I’m old and not into standing for a whole show. Is there any seating anywhere at the Town Ballroom?

Pat Fagan | Sep 15, 2019
Laurie Duchene | Sep 15, 2019

There isn't any seating except for a handicap area...unless they added some since a month ago...

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Visiting from Canada. Does this venue accept credit/debit for Merch items? Or is it cash only? Anyone know if the ATM inside will allow Canadian debit cards to withdraw money?

Ramin Kaviani | Sep 15, 2019
Domonique Nichols | Sep 15, 2019

Bands generally sell their own merch and it will depend on the band's acceptance of credit or not, not the Town Ballrooms.

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Is there a smoking area outside after entry?

Dawn Woodward | Sep 15, 2019
Fx Rodriguez | Sep 15, 2019

Yes.

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Can I come in today on lunch break and buy a ticket at the window??

Matthew Tremblay | Sep 15, 2018
Amy McCalister | Sep 15, 2018

I believe the box office opens at 12

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Can you smoke joints in the ball room?

TripleAAA’sMOM | Nov 18, 2021
Dave Steimer | Nov 18, 2021

If you know what youre doing, then yes you can

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we are going to a concert next month and both me and my husband are vaccinated. do we need to get a covid test before coming to the show

leslie edwards | Nov 18, 2021
Corynn McCowen | Nov 18, 2021

You need to be vaccinated OR have a negative covid test done within a few days of the event. Need a mask to get in as well. Was there a couple weeks ago for a show

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Isnt tech9 dead? How is a concert happening with him on 5/18/20 im confused.

Melissa Todaro | Sep 14, 2020
P Stansberry | Sep 14, 2020

A different rapper under the name of Tech 9 died. If you're thinking of techn9ne, he is alive and well.

Planning on attending 90s night, just curious about how parking works there?

Amanda H-F | Sep 14, 2020
Glen Kauffman | Sep 14, 2020

There is a pay parking lot behind the town on Washington

I want to purchase 2 tickets for a birthday present. can the tickets be e-mailed to me. I will not be attending the show

Audrey | Sep 14, 2020
rose duggan | Sep 14, 2020

It may depend on the show. Usually you can choose what option you want for tickets; if you choose e-tickets, then yes, they would be emailed to you.

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Do they serve Red Bull?

Melanie Horvath | Sep 14, 2020
Andrew Morton | Sep 14, 2020

Yes they do

Does the coat check cost money?

Robert Zil | Sep 14, 2020
Jamelia Thomas | Sep 14, 2020

Never check your coat anywhere! Nothing against them but if it's stolen it's your word against anyone's... I didn't see a coat check

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What time will the bar open for the 7pm show this Friday?

gary west | Sep 14, 2020
Town Ballroom | Sep 14, 2020

Door time for the Colt Ford show this Friday is 7PM. Bar will open at the same time.

Do you serve food?

Danielle Giordano | Sep 14, 2020
Jason Hylkema (Hylkemania) | Sep 14, 2020

Sometimes they have pizza brought in but they don't do a kitchen

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If I buy tickets from the will call window directly, will I be charged the ridiculous $8 service fee per ticket still?

D Sietek | Sep 14, 2020
Sean Sharp | Sep 14, 2020

Paid a dollar last time

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Can I bring unopened water bottle in?!?

Alex T | Sep 15, 2019
mark mioducki | Sep 15, 2019

Absolutely not; I believe it's $3.00 a bottle at the bar.

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Can i pick up my tickets before the concert date?

Tracy Marrano | Sep 15, 2019
Jason Milliman | Sep 15, 2019

Typically yes

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Can there be any children???

SportsRec | Sep 15, 2019
Allyn | Sep 15, 2019

No children under the age of 12. Some events have a higher age minimum.

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Is ID required to enter the venue? If so do they except school issued IDs?

skunknugz420 | Sep 15, 2019
Stevie Frankenberger | Sep 15, 2019

School issued ID is not accepted. It has to be government issued for the sole purpose of having your date of birth. In the past i have used a school ID combined with my birth certificate though. You can always call the venue and ask them personally in case their rules have changed.

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Is there an opening band for Get The Led Out?

Doug Eldridge | Sep 15, 2019
Mike Kellner | Sep 14, 2020

I've seen them 17 times at different venues...never an opening band

Is there seating for events

Ed Koester | Sep 15, 2019
Ryan | Sep 15, 2019

There is no seating at the town ballroom other than the VIP/Reserved section, which has some folding chairs.

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Any tickets left for the Headstones??? Just need 1.

Anthony Bueme | Sep 15, 2019
Town Ballroom | Sep 15, 2019

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If doors open at 8pm for San Holo tonight, what time should I get to the venue in order to be front row. Never been to town ballroom

Lauren C | Sep 15, 2019
mark steinkirchner | Sep 15, 2019

You have time. They have I believe 3 openers and to be honest, you can get up front at anytime. Its a decent sized floor and won't get "packed" until the last opener.

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Does town ballroom have a coat check?

Jessicalynn De Guzman | Sep 15, 2019
Carl Ross | Sep 15, 2019

Yes

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How do I change the name on a will call ticket?

Aziel McHargue | Sep 15, 2019
Rich Davignon | Sep 15, 2019

Id call them during box office hours.

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Can I get my will call tickets early? I won't t be able to go to the concert and want to give the tickets to a family member.

Arden Henry | Sep 15, 2018
Sammy Koch | Sep 15, 2018

Sometimes you can when in line but Usually they stay open until 5 on the day of the show then you just get them when you go inside...

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How much is parking at this venue?

richard mills | Sep 15, 2018
Rich Collignon | Sep 15, 2018

Or you can take the train and get off at theater st. If you ride underground though you'll need to pay whatever the NFTA charges now.. Enjoy the show!

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If the doors open at 7 tonight for the BRMC concert what time will Petes Int. Airport come on?

Tom Brau | Sep 15, 2018
Sarah Mathews | Sep 15, 2018

Probably 8.

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anyone know what time built to spill is scheduled to come on at?

Jay Boekestyn | Sep 15, 2018
Town Ballroom | Sep 15, 2018

Doors open to the public at 7PM. The Afghan Whigs are scheduled to go on around 8:30PM with Built to Spill expected to hit the stage some time after 10PM.

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If there is a concert and you need id to enter but you lose your ID can you use a birth certificate to enter

Robert Brott III | Sep 15, 2018
Chris Mathews | Sep 15, 2018

The id has to have a picture or you won't be able to get in

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The Town Ballroom has long been reportedly haunted. Allegedly the basement is a hotspot. Any stories youd like to share?

Philip Gibson | Sep 15, 2017
Kevin Carney | Sep 15, 2018

You may want to contact Santa, the Easter bunny, or The Flying Spaghetti Monster to get an answer for this one

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