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About Necto
Welcome to Necto, a staple of downtown Ann Arbor’s nightlife. Housed at 516 E Liberty St, this multi-floor venue features a dynamic Main Room with up to 800 capacity, an intimate Red Room, multiple bars, VIP areas, and an inviting outdoor patio. Whether you’re catching a top DJ or attending one of the venue’s signature weekly nights like Factory Monday, Mix Thursdays, Pride Fridays, and Frequency Saturdays, Necto blends a club atmosphere with approachable service. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth night out.
About the space: The Main Room accommodates 200–800 concert-style or dance configurations, while the Red Room seats 50–180 for more intimate sets. Total capacity varies by setup, and private events can utilize multiple spaces for tailored experiences. Necto was originally opened as Nectarine Ballroom, later renamed The Necto in 2001, and remains a central hub for live DJs and performances in Ann Arbor.
Parking is available in nearby paid structures on Maynard Street and Liberty Square, with limited street parking. For the latest parking details and directions, refer to Necto’s official site. The venue is well-connected by TheRide (Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority), with Blake Transit Center serving as the downtown hub for routes to the venue. Park & Ride options provide flexible commuting choices. Downtown Ann Arbor offers a range of hotels within walking distance, including Graduate Ann Arbor and Bell Tower Hotel, making a nightly outing or a multi-night stay convenient. Nearby dining options complement late-night events, offering a variety of cuisines just steps from the venue. For performers and events, Necto regularly hosts major artists alongside its weekly specialties, making it a trusted stop for memorable nights in Michigan’s college town.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location/address: 516 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 (downtown Ann Arbor).
- Venue type & layout: multi-floor nightclub with a Main Room (up to 800 capacity), Red Room (50–180 capacity), multiple bars, VIP areas, and an outdoor patio.
- Capacity: Main Room 200–800; Red Room 50–180; total capacity varies by configuration; independent sources list up to ~800 standing overall; private events can use multiple spaces.
- Parking & directions: paid structures nearby (Maynard Street and Liberty Square); street parking limited; parking details and directions available from Necto’s site.
- Transit: served by TheRide (Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority); Blake Transit Center is the downtown hub with routes connecting to the venue; Park & Ride options exist.
- Nearby hotels: several downtown options within walking distance (Graduate Ann Arbor, Bell Tower Hotel, etc.).
- Notable events hosted: regular weekly nights (Factory Monday, Mix Thursdays, Pride Fridays, Frequency Saturdays) and performances by major artists (e.g., Zedd, Paul van Dyk); private events also common.
- History/renaming: originally opened as Nectarine Ballroom; renamed The Necto in 2001; venue remains active under the Necto name.