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About The Camel

Welcome to The Camel, an intimate live music venue and on-site kitchen located at 1621 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220. Known for hosting a diverse range of acts—from emerging artists to seasoned performers—The Camel has been a staple of Richmond's music scene for years. With flexible layouts and a capacity that varies by configuration, it’s a great spot to catch an up-close performance in a welcoming, no-fuss setting. Booking is handled through thecamel.org, and we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and enjoy the night.

Whether you’re coming for a show, a bite to eat, or both, plan ahead for parking and transit. The Camel sits in a convenient neighborhood with several parking decks nearby, easy access to GRTC Pulse stops, and a handful of great hotels and dining options within a short drive. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you find comfortable stays and great pre- or post-show meals. Remember, seating capacity can vary by layout, with reported figures around 130 to 215 depending on configuration, so check the seating options when you secure your tickets. For a complete event experience, explore the venue’s seating chart on major ticketing sites like TicketSmarter or Box Office Ticket Sales, and bookmark 1621 W Broad St for easy navigation on event night.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1621 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23220.
  • Venue type: intimate live-music venue and restaurant (operated with on-site kitchen; booking handled via thecamel.org).
  • Capacity: reported as 130 (TicketSmarter), about 160 (per fire marshal context in RVA Mag), and some listings cite 215; capacity varies by layout.
  • Seating chart: seating/layout information available on major ticketing sites (e.g., TicketSmarter and Box Office Ticket Sales).
  • Parking: street parking plus paid decks nearby (VCU decks HB/HH/BB, West Broad St. deck, One Monument Ave Garage); park on the first level of some structures per official notes.
  • Transit: nearby GRTC Pulse stops and common rideshare access; plan ahead for parking and transit when attending events.
  • Nearby hotels: Graduate Richmond, Quirk Hotel, Linden Row Inn.
  • Notable events hosted: historically hosted a wide range of acts (e.g., Future Islands; Ben Kweller; James McCartney); NYT referenced as a premier venue for emerging artists; open-mic and diverse genres are common.
  • Renamed/demolished: The Camel remains operating under the same name; ownership changed to Matt Hansen in 2024 but no renaming or demolition reported.