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Intimate Folk Listening Room in Cambridge, MA

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About Club Passim

Club Passim is a historic nonprofit listening-room venue in Cambridge, MA, known for intimate performances and a longstanding commitment to folk and roots music. Founded as Club 47 in 1958 and renamed Passim in 1969, the venue has hosted legends and rising stars alike, maintaining a warm, attentive atmosphere for fans in the heart of Harvard Square.

Today, Passim seats about 100 guests, offering a mix of reserved tables and general admission (GA) seating. The configuration is designed for an intimate listening experience, with a focus on artists’ storytelling and subtle, precise performances. Accessibility is limited, so plan accordingly when selecting your seats.

Whether you’re planning an evening of discovery or chasing a favorite songwriter in a close setting, Club Passim provides a welcoming space where the music comes first.

Venue details — Club Passim is located at 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, in the basement of a brick carriage house near Church Street. The box office offers a yellow transportation coupon for parking validation at the University Place Garage (45 University Rd). The garage charges a flat rate of the best available price after 4pm on weekdays and all day on weekends, making it a convenient option for evening shows.

Getting there — The closest MBTA stop is Harvard Square on the Red Line. From Harvard Square, walking east toward Palmer Street is common, with Church Street as a familiar landmark on the route to the venue door.

Nearby hotels and dining — For visitors looking to extend their trip, consider The Charles Hotel (1 Bennett St) and Harvard Square Hotel (110 Mount Auburn St). Le Meridien Cambridge (20 Sidney St) also offers a central option within easy reach. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and nearby dining to simplify planning while you shop tickets.

What to expect — Passim hosts hundreds of shows per year and is widely regarded as a premier listening room. Regular events include Tuesday open-mic nights, the annual Oktoberfest in Harvard Square, and the Mayfair festival. Past performers include Joan Baez and Bob Dylan early in their careers, underscoring the venue’s place in folk history.

Ticketing notes — When you purchase, you’ll see the seating chart with reserved tables and GA options. Choose the seating that best fits your preference for an intimate experience. If you need accessibility accommodations, please contact the box office in advance to discuss current options.

Secure your seats — We’ve got you covered. As your connection in the business, we’ll help you find the best available seats for an intimate Passim performance and guide you through the process without any fuss.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: about 100 seats today; historical capacity was around 125 before fire-code changes reduced it to about 101–102.
  • Address: 47 Palmer Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 (basement of a brick carriage house; near Church St).
  • Venue type: a nonprofit listening-room / folk venue with a long history of intimate performances.
  • Seating chart: viewable online when purchasing tickets; seating configurations include reserved tables and GA seating; accessibility is limited (not fully ADA accessible).
  • Parking: $8 flat rate at University Place Garage, 45 University Rd (box office provides a yellow coupon); valid after 4pm weekdays and all day on weekends.
  • Transit: closest MBTA access is Harvard Square on the Red Line; directions via Church St to Palmer St; walking from Harvard Square is common.
  • Nearby hotels: The Charles Hotel (1 Bennett St) and Harvard Square Hotel (110 Mount Auburn St); additional Cambridge options include Le Meridien Cambridge (20 Sidney St).
  • Notable events: Passim hosts hundreds of shows annually (often called a premier listening room); annual events include Oktoberfest in Harvard Square and the Mayfair festival; the venue has hosted legends like Joan Baez and Bob Dylan early in their careers; there are regular Tuesday open-mic nights.
  • Renaming/history: founded as Club 47 (1958); renamed Passim in 1969 and has operated as Club Passim since the 1990s/1994 era.