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About CBGB - New York

CBGB, located at 315 Bowery, New York, NY 10003, is a cornerstone of American punk and new wave history. Though the original club closed in 2006 and the space now houses a John Varvatos store, the legacy lives on in stories of iconic early performances by the Ramones, Talking Heads, Blondie, Patti Smith, and many more. For visitors researching the site, we share practical details about the building’s location, access, nearby lodging, dining, and transportation. This page treats CBGB as a historic reference point and provides context for fans and tourists exploring the Bowery and Lower East Side.

While the original venue no longer hosts live music, fans can still explore the neighborhood’s culture, plan visits around events like the 2025 CBGB: The Festival in Brooklyn, and use reliable transit links to reach the Bowery area. Secure your plans with trusted partners for hotels and meals nearby, and consider this page a friendly guide to the CBGB story—a place that helped shape generations of music. We’ve got you covered for a smooth, no-fuss visit to one of New York’s most enduring music legends.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location and capacity: CBGB was at 315 Bowery, New York, NY 10003, with a capacity of about 350 people.
  • Venue type and history: A legendary small music club known as CBGB & OMFUG (Country, Blue Grass, Blues, and Other Music For Uplifting Gourmandizers) that became a birthplace for punk and new wave (Ramones, Talking Heads, Blondie, Patti Smith, etc.).
  • Status and closure: The club closed on October 15, 2006; Patti Smith performed the final show.
  • Current status: The former CBGB space became a John Varvatos store (opened 2008); the site remains a retail space, not a live music venue.
  • Notable events hosted: Early iconic performances by Ramones, Television, Patti Smith Group, Blondie, Talking Heads, and other punk/alt acts; final show by Patti Smith in 2006.
  • Transit and access: The Bowery/Lower East Side area is served by multiple subway lines (e.g., Bleecker St, Broadway-Lafayette St, Prince St) within walking distance.
  • Nearby hotels: The Bowery Hotel (335 Bowery) is a nearby lodging option for visitors.
  • Recent revival: In 2025, CBGB: The Festival was announced and held in Brooklyn (Under the K Bridge Park) as a one-day homage to the CBGB legacy.