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Blue Lamp is a small, intimate live music venue and bar in Midtown Sacramento with a laid-back, dive-bar vibe. With a capacity of 160, it offers up-close performances from a diverse lineup of artists. While seating is limited and primarily standing, there’s still a few spots for sit-down comfort. The venue originally operated at 1400 Alhambra Blvd, and the brand continues at its relocated Cafe Colonial location while preserving its intimate spirit. Whether you’re downtown for a show or stopping by for a casual night out, we've got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address (original venue): 1400 Alhambra Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95816
- Capacity: 160 people
- Venue type: small indoor live-music venue/bar (Midtown Sacramento; known as a dive-bar vibe)
- Seating chart: no publicly published seating chart; primarily standing room with limited seating
- Parking: street parking; no dedicated on-site lot
- Transit: accessible by near-by Sacramento public transit (bus stops near Alhambra Blvd); closest light-rail connections a short walk away
- Nearby hotels: Kimpton Sawyer Hotel (500 J Street), The Citizen Hotel (926 J Street)
- Notable events: hosted acts such as Trainwreck Revival, Richard March, Dave Gleason, Black Lips, Nef the Pharaoh, Souls of Mischief, Hobo Johnson
- Renamed/demolished: Blue Lamp at 1400 Alhambra Blvd closed in 2019; owners relocated/expanded to Cafe Colonial (3520 Stockton Blvd) and continued the Blue Lamp brand there