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About Mojoe's of Joliet

Welcome to Mojoe's of Joliet, now operating as The Forge, a beloved downtown Joliet live music venue with a two-story layout, balcony seating, reserved sections, and ADA-accessible floor seating. Located at 22 W Cass St, Joliet, IL 60432, The Forge continues the city’s rich rock-and-roll tradition with a steady lineup of 30–80+ shows annually. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the scene, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your night—from seating options to parking, transit, and nearby places to stay and eat.

Our goal is to provide straightforward, trustworthy information so you can focus on enjoying the show. If you’re looking for a reliable way to grab tickets nearby, think of us as your connection in the business—no fuss, just good seats and good times.

Venue details: The Forge operates as a modern, two-story venue with balcony seating along the ledge, reserved sections, and main floor space. ADA seating is available on the floor. The venue has hosted a variety of acts since its Mojoes days, including notable performances by Testament/Exodus and Avatar in past years, and remains active with a full calendar of events in 2025–2026.

Parking: Downtown Joliet offers convenient options such as the Ottawa Street Deck and Scott Street Deck, plus multiple city lots. Two-hour free parking zones exist on weekdays in Zones A and B, making it easier to plan a short visit for a show.

Transit: The Joliet Gateway Center (90 E Jefferson St) serves Amtrak and Metra, with Pace bus connections nearby for flexible travel to and from the venue. If you’re driving, a quick ride-share pickup zone is commonly available around the venue perimeter on show nights.

Nearby hotels and dining: For lodging, Harrah’s Joliet Casino & Hotel (151 N Joliet St) provides a convenient stay with gaming, dining, and entertainment. For meals before or after the show, Joliet offers a range of restaurants within walking distance or a short drive from The Forge. We highlight affiliate partner options for reliable booking and dining recommendations to help you secure accommodations and meals with ease.

Planning your visit is simple with our straightforward booking approach. We’re here to help you secure your seats, find easy parking, navigate transit, and make the most of Joliet’s dining and lodging options—without the guesswork.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 22 W Cass St, Joliet, IL 60432
  • Current status: Open as The Forge; formerly Mojoes, then The Tree (renamed around 2015–2017).
  • Capacity: Mojoes historically listed at 500 capacity; reports of up to 950 in some periods were cited in city discussions; The Forge operates with a modern two-story layout (seating includes balcony, reserved sections, and floor space).
  • Seating/chart: The Forge has balcony seating and reserved areas; ADA seating exists on the floor; example seating details appear in 2025 show descriptions (e.g., reserved seating along the balcony ledge).
  • Parking: Downtown Joliet parking with options like Ottawa Street Deck and Scott Street Deck, plus other city lots; two-hour free parking zones exist on weekdays in Zones A/B.
  • Transit: Joliet Gateway Center (90 E Jefferson St) serves Amtrak and Metra; Pace bus connections are available nearby.
  • Nearby hotels: Harrah’s Joliet Casino & Hotel (151 N Joliet St) is a prominent nearby lodging option.
  • Notable events: Mojoes hosted acts like Testament/Exodus (oversold in 2015); Avatar performed there in 2015; The Forge hosts ongoing shows (30–80+ events yearly) and appears active in 2025–2026.