Welcome to Sweetwater Music Hall, a nonprofit arts venue in Mill Valley celebrating live music in a warm, intimate setting. With a standing-room configuration that supports a maximum capacity of approximately 300, the hall offers an engaging atmosphere where legendary performers have taken the stage alongside contemporary favorites. The venue operates in conjunction with its on-site cafe and restaurant, The Rock & Rye, for a complete night out. Whether you’re seeking a casual evening of music or a special midweek show, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticket access and reliable information.

Parking is ample in downtown Mill Valley, with city lots and street parking nearby. Sunnyside Lot offers validation, making evening outings more convenient. For those traveling from the city or other parts of the Bay Area, Marin Transit bus #17 serves Mill Valley, and Golden Gate Transit Route 114 connects to San Francisco. We often recommend rideshare for late-evening performances to keep things simple and stress-free.

Sweetwater Music Hall has a storied history, reopening in 2012 after the Sweetwater Saloon era. It’s hosted icons like John Lee Hooker, Mavis Staples, Jerry Garcia, and Bob Weir, continuing a tradition of intimate, high-caliber performances in a venue that feels like a friendly corner of the music world.

Plan your visit with our simple, no-fuss approach to tickets. We’ll guide you to secure your seats, whether you’re leaning toward standing room for a more immersive show or ADA accommodations by request. After you’ve enjoyed the music, explore nearby lodging options such as Acqua Hotel or Muir Woods Lodge in Mill Valley, or Marin Suites in Corte Madera, to keep the night seamless. For a complete night out, pair your show with pre- or post-event dining at local favorites, including the on-site Rock & Rye, which pairs perfectly with a night of live music.

We’ve got you covered with dependable information on venue details, transport options, and local partners so you can focus on the performance and the moment. If you need help finding the right show or securing tickets, think of us as your friend in the business—reliable, straightforward, and always ready to help.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 19 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
Capacity: approximately 300 (standing room only; general admission with limited ADA seating)
Venue type: nonprofit arts organization operating Sweetwater Music Hall with an on-site cafe and restaurant (The Rock & Rye)
Seating chart: generally standing-room configuration; no formal seating chart published; ADA seating available by request
Parking: ample downtown Mill Valley parking in city lots and street parking; Sunnyside Lot has validation available
Transit: Marin Transit bus #17 serves Mill Valley; Golden Gate Transit Route 114 connects to San Francisco; rideshare recommended for evenings
Nearby hotels: Acqua Hotel (Mill Valley); Muir Woods Lodge (Mill Valley); Marin Suites (Corte Madera)
Notable events hosted: legends such as John Lee Hooker, Mavis Staples, Jerry Garcia, and Bob Weir have performed there; venue reopened in 2012 after the Sweetwater Saloon era