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Flash Factory was a prominent live-music and nightlife venue located in the heart of Chelsea, NYC. Situated in The Caxton Building at 229 West 28th Street, the space offered roughly 525 capacity across a theater-like main area and a lounge featuring pew-style seating. While the venue is no longer active, the space remains a notable part of Chelsea’s cultural fabric and history, hosting landmark events such as Martinez Brothers inaugural performances and Jeremy Scott’s Fashion Week party in 2016.
Gold Coast Tickets provides this venue page to offer a clear overview of the space, its features, and practical details for researchers, event planners, and fans exploring Chelsea’s nightlife heritage. We’ve gathered reliable, location-specific information to help you understand the venue’s layout, transportation options, and nearby stays and dining that continue to serve visitors to the area.
Venue overview: Flash Factory was a 10,000 sq ft live-music and nightlife venue with a distinctive church-inspired décor, designed to host a range of electronic and indie acts. The main hall offered a theater-like experience, while the adjacent lounge provided a more intimate setting with pew-style seating. The space sits within The Caxton Building, a historic Chelsea address renowned for its architecture and city-center accessibility.
- Address: 229 West 28th Street, New York, NY 10001
- Capacity: Approximately 525
- Venue type: Live music and nightlife venue, with distinct seating areas in the lounge
- Current status: Out of business; space remains part of The Caxton Building
Getting there: Parking, transit, and nearby stays
Parking: Several nearby options serve the Chelsea area, including Chelsea 29/525 W 28th St and other public lots. ParkMe lists Chelsea 29 at 525 W 28th St as a nearby garage option for quick, in-and-out access to the venue area.
Transit: The closest subway stop is the 1 train at 28th Street (W 28th St & 7th Ave). For broader transit needs, Penn Station and the 34th Street corridor provide additional regional connections and access to multiple bus lines.
Nearby hotels and dining: Whether you’re in town for a show or a casual night out, Chelsea offers a range of accommodations and eateries within walking distance:
- Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Chelsea – 121 W 28th St
- TownePlace Suites New York Chelsea – 140 W 28th St
- Holiday Inn Chelsea NYC – 125 W 26th St
- Moxy Chelsea – 105 W 28th St
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As a venue with a storied past in New York’s live music scene, Flash Factory’s legacy continues to influence Chelsea’s nightlife landscape. While events no longer operate from this space, the surrounding area remains a hub for music lovers and urban explorers alike. If you’re securing tickets or planning a night out in Chelsea, we’re here to help you find current entertainment options and convenient arrangements for your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 229 West 28th Street, New York, NY 10001 (The Caxton Building).
- Capacity: Approximately 525 people.
- Venue type: 10,000 sq ft live-music and nightlife venue with church-inspired décor in Chelsea.
- Seating/chart: No published public seating chart; interior included a theater-like main area and a lounge with pew-style seating.
- Parking: Nearby parking options include Chelsea 29/525 W 28th St (garage) and other nearby lots; ParkMe lists Chelsea 29 as 525 W 28th St.
- Transit: Nearest subway is the 1 train at 28th Street (W 28th St & 7th Ave) Station; other options available via Penn Station/34th St area.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Chelsea (121 W 28th St); TownePlace Suites New York Chelsea (140 W 28th St); Holiday Inn Chelsea NYC (125 W 26th St); Moxy Chelsea (105 W 28th St).
- Notable events hosted: Martinez Brothers inaugural performances and other major electronic/indie acts; Jeremy Scott’s Fashion Week party in 2016.
- Status: Out of business (no active Flash Factory operations); space still part of The Caxton Building.