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About Fenix Underground
What began as a legendary Seattle music spot, the Fenix Underground has a storied past that shaped the city’s live music scene. After evolving through relocations and name changes, the space is now part of Showbox SoDo, a premier multi-venue venue complex at 1700 1st Ave S in Seattle. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time concertgoer, we’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth night out.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Original site: Fenix Underground began at 323 2nd Avenue S (Pioneer Square) following the closure of the Hollywood Underground.
- First major relocation: In 2003 the Fenix reopened at 109 S Washington St with a multi-room complex (Fenix, Fenix Underground, Fenix Cafe) and about 1,000 capacity.
- Earthquake impact and revival: After the 2001 Nisqually earthquake, the club was rebuilt and reopened in 2003 at 109 S Washington St (Seattle Post-Intelligencer notes 1,000-capacity).
- Second relocation and capacity: In 2006 the venue moved into the Premier nightclub space at 1700 1st Ave S, a ~1,750-capacity venue.
- Bankruptcy and rename: The space was relaunched as Showbox Sodo in 2007 (later Showbox SoDo) under Showbox Presents; capacity is listed around 1,800 for Showbox SoDo.
- Current status: The Fenix Underground brand effectively ended in 2007; the venue space became part of Showbox SoDo, which operates as Showbox SoDo today.
- Notable events: Early era featured acts like the Duffy Bishop Band; Northwest Death Fest 2005; touring acts including Hot Tuna, Maceo Parker, Slipknot, and others over the years.
- Transit and parking: Showbox SoDo (1700 1st Ave S) has no on-site parking; street parking and nearby paid lots are common; accessible via Link Light Rail with Stadium Station within walking distance.
- Nearby hotels: Pioneer Square lodging options include Populus Seattle (100 S King St) and several nearby hotels listed by Visit Pioneer Square (e.g., Courtyard Seattle Downtown – Pioneer Square, Best Western Plus Pioneer Square, Embassy Suites, etc.).