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About Symposium Nightclub

Welcome to Symposium Nightclub, a tight-knit, LGBTQ+-focused event space located inside Studio West 117 at 1384 Hird Ave in Lakewood, OH. Formerly part of the Phantasy Entertainment Complex on 11794 Detroit Ave, the venue now operates within the Studio West 117 development. This intimate setting hosts a variety of community-driven programs, including Dark Wave Dance Cave events, Drag Bingo, and other LGBTQ+ cultural programming. We’ve got you covered with practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining to help you plan your visit with ease.

Note: Seating configurations are event-dependent and may vary. For current seating and accessibility details, check the event page or contact us directly. Parking is limited, with occasional VIP parking options in nearby lots during select events. Transit options include RTA Red Line and local buses serving Detroit Ave and Hird Ave corridors.

When planning your trip, consider nearby accommodations such as Courtyard by Marriott Lakewood, conveniently located at 1384 Hird Ave, for a comfortable stay close to the venue. For meals and refreshments before or after events, explore recommended local partners. We prioritize affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you secure reliable options while supporting the community. If you’re visiting from out of town, reach out to your friendly helper at Gold Coast Tickets—we’ve got you covered for a straightforward, trustworthy ticketing experience and can point you toward ongoing event schedules at Symposium Nightclub.

Venue accessibility and details: Symposium Nightclub is housed within Studio West 117, a modern event space designed to host a range of community programming in Lakewood. Specific seating is not publicly published and varies by event. Public parking is limited; VIP parking has been noted in the past for select events, and nearby surface lots may be available depending on the show. The site is accessible via the RTA Red Line and surrounding bus routes servicing the Detroit Ave/Hird Ave area. Always verify parking and accessibility with the event organizer prior to arrival.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current location/name: The Symposium is now a small event space inside Studio West 117, 1384 Hird Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107.
  • Original site/rename: Previously operated at 11794 Detroit Ave; Phantasy Entertainment Complex redeveloped into Studio West 117.
  • Venue type and capacity: Compact LGBTQ+-oriented venue; formal seating/capacity figures are not publicly published.
  • Parking: Limited street parking; VIP parking has been offered for events (e.g., Taste of Lakewood) in a nearby lot; parking availability varies by event.
  • Transit: Accessible via RTA Red Line and local buses around Detroit/Hird Ave; guidance references Detroit Ave and Hird Ave area.
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard by Marriott Lakewood is nearby at 1384 Hird Ave.
  • Notable events hosted: Dark Wave Dance Cave events and other LGBTQ+ community events; Taste of Lakewood relocated to Studio West 117; Drag Bingo and other community programming.