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About Blackthorn 51

Blackthorn 51 was a mid-sized live music club in Elmhurst, Queens, known for its heavy rock and metal showcases. Located at 80-12 51st Ave, the venue drew fans from across New York City and beyond, hosting prominent metal acts and underground favorites. While the venue has permanently closed since 2020, the site remains a reference point for fans exploring the neighborhood’s music scene and for understanding the layout of nearby transit, parking, and stay options that serve similar venues today.

For fans and concert-goers planning a night out in Elmhurst, we’ve gathered practical details on getting there, parking, nearby hotels and dining, and other context that helps you plan a rock-focused evening in Queens.

Getting to the area is convenient via the Grand Ave–Newtown subway station, served by the E, M, and R lines, which is a short ride to the Elmhurst neighborhood. If you’re driving, local garages and street parking are options; platforms like SpotHero list Roosevelt Ave garages and nearby lots. After a show, consider nearby hotels such as LaGuardia Plaza Hotel and Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport in East Elmhurst for a comfortable overnight stay. While Blackthorn 51 itself is no longer hosting events, the Elmhurst/Queens music scene continues to thrive with venues that mirror its rock and metal focus.

For a seamless night out, secure tickets at affiliated partners when planning future concerts in similar venues, and explore local dining and lodging options to fit a rock-loving itinerary.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 80-12 51st Ave, Elmhurst, NY 11373 (Elmhurst, Queens).
  • Venue type: mid-sized live music club specializing in rock/metal and related genres.
  • Capacity: commonly cited around 200 (some shows) to 400+ (per 2020 reports).
  • Transit: near Grand Ave–Newtown station (E, M, R lines).
  • Parking: nearby garages and street parking; SpotHero shows local options (e.g., Roosevelt Ave garages).
  • Nearby hotels: LaGuardia Plaza Hotel (104-04 Ditmars Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369) and Aloft New York LaGuardia Airport (100-15 Ditmars Blvd, East Elmhurst, NY 11369).
  • Notable events: Cro-Mags 30th Anniversary show (March 23, 2019) and other metal acts (e.g., Sick of It All / Agnostic Front in 2019).
  • Status: permanently closed as of 2020; no confirmed reopening or relocation at a new site.