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About Bootlegger's Saloon & Dance Hall at NC Music Factory
Welcome to The Underground at NC Music Factory, the mid-size live music space formerly known as Bootlegger's Saloon & Dance Hall. Located in Charlotte, NC, this versatile venue caters to a broad range of acts—from national tours to special events. With flexible seating and robust standing room, The Underground is designed to deliver an engaging concert experience without the fuss of a larger arena.
Whether you’re here for a headline show, a special event, or a night of curated performances, we’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, seating, and nearby hotels and restaurants to help you plan an easy, stress-free outing.
The Underground sits within the AvidXchange Music Factory complex, adjacent to The Fillmore Charlotte. It’s a 600–700 person standing capacity space, with seating configurations that can accommodate around 120 seats depending on the event. On-site parking decks and garages offer paid parking for most events, typically the best available price, and you can reserve spots in advance via apps like SpotHero. The venue is well-served by public transit, including the CityLYNX Gold Line and multiple bus routes. A short 15–20 minute walk from certain Gold Line stops will bring you to the venue. For visitors planning an overnight stay, Uptown Charlotte offers several convenient hotel options within about a mile of The Underground, including DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte, Grand Bohemian, The Dunhill, The Ivey’s Hotel, and Charlotte Marriott City Center.
Booking and attendance are supported through affiliate hotel and dining partners to help you secure reliable accommodations and great meals near the show. If you’re looking to secure your seats for a night of mid-size live music, reach out—we’ve got you covered with up-to-date listings and easy purchase options.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Bootlegger's space was rebranded as The Underground in 2016 after Live Nation took over the space next to The Fillmore Charlotte.
- The Underground capacity is commonly cited as about 600–700 standing; seating configurations can accommodate around 120 seats (varies by event).
- Address: The Underground, 820 Hamilton Street, Charlotte, NC 28206 (within the AvidXchange Music Factory).
- Venue type: mid‑size Live Nation entertainment venue within the Music Factory complex; adjacent to The Fillmore Charlotte.
- Parking: on‑site parking decks/garages with paid event parking (typical ranges ~$10–$20; bookable via apps like SpotHero).
- Transit: near CityLYNX Gold Line and multiple bus routes; some venues require a 15–20 minute walk from Gold Line stops.
- Nearby hotels: Multiple Uptown options within a mile (e.g., DoubleTree by Hilton Charlotte, Grand Bohemian, The Dunhill, The Ivey’s Hotel, Charlotte Marriott City Center).
- Notable events hosted: since opening, The Underground has hosted national tours and acts; the space was created from Bootlegger’s and is marketed for mid‑size live music and special events.